9 compact SUVs Consumer Reports rates higher than 2026 Honda CR-V
9 compact SUVs Consumer Reports rates higher than 2026 Honda CR-V in overall scores from tests. Ratings consider road test reliability owner satisfaction safety fuel economy. CR-V solid but trails in value satisfaction ride comfort maybe. Updates for 2026 help interior room good handling reliable. Still basic cabin firm ride average value softening appeal. Competitors edge out with comfort handling reliability mix. Plug-in hybrids strong too like RAV4 Tucson. Repeat that satisfaction low for CR-V owners. Uncertain if changes boost it fully.
Mazda CX-5
Mazda CX-5 compact SUV exists premium handling owned sporty feel. Consumer Reports tops it over CR-V road test comfort balance. Ride luxurious agile corners softening family hauler image maybe. Owners satisfied repeat driving joy. Feels upscale uncertain resale holds.
Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid
Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid efficient owned practical daily. Higher reliability satisfaction than CR-V per CR. Plug-in range adds flexibility softening gas dependence. Exists reliable repeat Toyota rep. Uncertain long term battery.
Subaru Forester
Subaru Forester rugged compact owned adventure safe. CR praises ride comfort over CR-V firm suspension. AWD standard visibility good. Feels dependable softening tech basicness. Repeat owner loyalty lightly.
Hyundai Tucson Hybrid
Hyundai Tucson Hybrid tied high road test score with CR-V. Overall edges out satisfaction maybe. Owned modern stylish warranty long. Styling bold softening value perceptions. Uncertain quality holds.
Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid
Kia Sportage Plug-in Hybrid compact tied CR-V overall. Higher in some owner metrics. Owned fun drive warranty strong. Feels premium interior repeat space. Uncertain durability long haul.
Buick Envision
Buick Envision luxury compact owned quiet smooth. CR reliability ties CR-V predicted. Quiet cabin softens sporty lacks. Exists upscale softening brand image. Repeat comfort focus.
Mazda CX-50
Mazda CX-50 off-road compact owned adventurous. Higher road test than CR-V handling. Ride balance good. Feels engaging repeat Mazda fun. Uncertain space for family.
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid
Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid efficient small owned thrifty. Reliability high over CR-V maybe. Simple reliable softening excitement. Repeat Toyota trust.
Honda HR-V
Honda HR-V subcompact but compact feel owned urban nimble. CR rates aspects higher value. Exists versatile softening power weak. Repeat Honda reliability.
