Secor Subaru In New London, CT Compares The Subaru Forester To The Honda CR-V

In many cases, a small SUV is ideal for getting around the Northeast. The market is full of options and there is a good chance that the award-winning Subaru Forester and new Honda CR-V are at the top of your list. But how do these two well-respected models compare to each other? We wondered the same thing so we put together the following comparison to see what the facts say. Take a look, and once you have a more detailed idea of what each model offers for the money, come experience the new Subaru Forester for yourself here at Secor Subaru serving Norwich, CT.

Secor Subaru In New London, CT Compares Design

Both Subaru and Honda are well known for their dependability and value and the Subaru Forester and Honda CR-V are great examples. There are some key design differences to be aware of though. You may notice that the Honda CR-V comes with a higher price tag at the entry level yet it provides significantly less room for you and your passengers. The new Honda CR-V is also longer so you will have that much more to look after in tight spaces. The new Subaru Forester is the latest example of the exceptional visibility Subaru vehicles have long been known for with large windows and roof pillars that have been both strengthened and reduced in size. You may notice a more significant blind spot in a Honda CR-V due to its larger rear pillars. Take a closer look at the brilliant Subaru Forester design with us at Secor Subaru where we proudly serve Norwich, CT.

Secor Subaru In New London, CT Compares Performance

It's no secret that our standard for vehicle performance is a bit higher here in the Northeast and that's a big part of what makes Subaru such a popular brand here. The Honda CR-V preforms well but there are some things to note. Perhaps the biggest difference between these 2 small SUV's is that the Subaru Forester comes standard with the legendary traction of Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Not only does the new Honda CR-V come with a higher price tag, it will cost you even more for Honda's version of all-wheel drive. When you consider that Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive regularly outperforms Honda all-wheel drive in independent tests, it's clear which model provides more for your money. Both models provide similar power and fuel economy but the slightly larger fuel tank in the new Subaru Forester allows for fewer stops at the pump. There is a lot more for us to tell you about the performance that comes with a new Subaru Forester but it would be better to show you during a test drive here at Secor Subaru south of Norwich, CT. Be sure to ask us about the Subaru Boxer engine while you're here.

Secor Subaru In New London, CT Compares Safety And Features

Our roadways today are full of surprises and hazards which are among the many reasons that your safety is a top priority when choosing your next small SUV. The Consumer Reports Top Pick Subaru Forester and the new Honda CR-V have each performed quite well in safety testing. However, the added safety of all-wheel drive, which comes standard in the more affordable Subaru Forester, will cost you even more in a new Honda CR-V. You also may find that the Honda all-wheel drive system to be less effective on slippery roads than the Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Though each of these current models score well in safety testing, the Subaru Forester has earned top safety scores from the IIHS for well over a decade. This is a proven record of top safety that the Honda CR-V simply doesn't have. Take the drive from Norwich, CT and have us show you more at Secor Subaru and be sure to ask us about the impressive Subaru Eye-Sight safety technology.