Honda HR-V vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Which Should You Buy?

A side-by-side comparison of price, depreciation, specifications and known issues to help you decide between the Honda HR-V and the Toyota Corolla Cross in the South African market.

Honda HR-V

7.8
Strong Buy
VS

Toyota Corolla Cross

8.2
Strong Buy
Honda HR-V is the more affordable option to buy used.
Toyota Corolla Cross holds its value better over 5 years.
Honda HR-VToyota Corolla Cross
Est. Retail PriceR345kR385k
Est. Trade PriceR315kR335k
Annual Sales (SA)~2,800~4,200
5yr Depreciation42%38%
RideReport Score7.88.2
Engine1.8L i-VTEC petrol, naturally aspirated1.8L Atkinson-cycle petrol + electric motor hybrid
Power136 kW @ 6,500 rpm103 kW petrol + 53 kW motor (combined ~120 kW)
TransmissionCVT automatic, 2WDCVT (continuously variable) with 8-speed simulation
Fuel consumption6.2–6.8 L/100 km (combined, real-world SA driving)4.8–5.2 L/100 km official / real-world 5.0–5.5 L/100 km urban
Known issues33

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