Honda CR-V vs Honda ZR-V

The Honda CR-V starts from $37,000 before on-road costs, while the Honda ZR-V opens at $34,300. That makes the Honda ZR-V the more affordable entry point by $2,700.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. Estimated driveaway prices sit around $46,900 for the Honda CR-V and $37,900 for the Honda ZR-V.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the Honda CR-V and Honda ZR-V hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Honda CR-V and 79% for the Honda ZR-V.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Honda ZR-V packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Honda CR-V.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 11 in the Honda CR-V and 7 in the Honda ZR-V.

The Honda CR-V features a 9-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Honda ZR-V gets a 9-inch display and 10.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Honda CR-V stands out with Apple CarPlay that you will not find on the Honda ZR-V. The Honda ZR-V counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Honda CR-V gets leather upholstery while the Honda ZR-V offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Honda CR-V and 1-zone in the Honda ZR-V.

The Honda CR-V uses a Petrol producing 140kW and 240Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.2 seconds.

The Honda ZR-V responds with a Petrol making 131kW and 240Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8 seconds.

The Honda CR-V has the clear power advantage at 140kW vs 131kW. In the real-world sprint, the Honda ZR-V is 0.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Honda CR-V measures 4,704mm long on a 2,701mm wheelbase, 136mm longer than the Honda ZR-V at 4,568mm (2,655mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Honda CR-V generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 561L in the Honda CR-V and 380L in the Honda ZR-V, giving the Honda CR-V a 181L advantage.

For towing, the Honda ZR-V leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,024/year for the Honda CR-V and $2,109/year for the Honda ZR-V. That is a $85 annual difference in favour of the Honda CR-V.

Estimated annual total: $2,024 (Honda CR-V) vs $2,109 (Honda ZR-V). The Honda CR-V saves you roughly $85 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Honda CR-V) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Honda ZR-V). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Honda CR-V) / 5yr (Honda ZR-V).