2026 Subaru Forester vs 2026 Honda CR-V
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 Subaru Forester
$38,0405-year total · $634/moPrice: $39,329 · 29 MPG
Depreciation: $16,339 · Fuel: $7,241
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500
2026 Honda CR-V
$35,0865-year total · $585/moPrice: $38,754 · 30 MPG
Depreciation: $13,661 · Fuel: $7,000
Insurance: $8,500 · Maintenance: $3,500
Most of the gap comes from depreciation ($2,678 higher for the Subaru Forester) and fuel/energy ($241 higher for the Subaru Forester).
After 5 years, the Subaru Forester keeps about 58% of its value and the Honda CR-V about 65%.
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