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2026 Honda HR-V vs 2026 Subaru Crosstrek

Both are commonly cross-shopped against each other. Here’s how their real 5-year ownership costs actually compare, using real market pricing data rather than sticker price alone.

Pricing data refreshed monthly · last updated September 2026

2026 Honda HR-V

$32,9175-year total · $549/mo

Price: $31,649 · 29 MPG
Depreciation: $11,677 · Fuel: $7,241
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500

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2026 Subaru Crosstrek

$36,7275-year total · $612/mo

Price: $37,080 · 29 MPG
Depreciation: $15,161 · Fuel: $7,241
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500

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2026 Honda HR-V costs $3,810 less to own over 5 years in this comparison — a difference of $63/month.

Most of the gap comes from depreciation ($3,484 higher for the Subaru Crosstrek) and taxes and fees ($326 higher for the Subaru Crosstrek).

After 5 years, the Honda HR-V keeps about 63% of its value and the Subaru Crosstrek about 59%.

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