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-V | Toyota Corolla Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| Est. Retail Price | R345k | R385k |
| Est. Trade Price | R315k | R335k |
| Annual Sales (SA) | ~2,800 | ~4,200 |
| 5yr Depreciation | 42% | 38% |
| RideReport Score | 7.8 | 8.2 |
| Engine | 1.8L i-VTEC petrol, naturally aspirated | 1.8L Atkinson-cycle petrol + electric motor hybrid |
| Power | 136 kW @ 6,500 rpm | 103 kW petrol + 53 kW motor (combined ~120 kW) |
| Transmission | CVT automatic, 2WD | CVT (continuously variable) with 8-speed simulation |
| Fuel consumption | 6.2–6.8 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 issues | 3 | 3 |
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