Ford Escape SE vs Honda CR-V LX

Ford Escape SE

Suv · Gasoline

Honda CR-V LX

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

Ford Escape SE

Efficient for its class with strong safety emphasis and generous cargo room, the Escape SE suits growing families seeking good value in its segment. Skip it if you want performance thrills or a premium cabin.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety7.2 L/100km

Car B

Honda CR-V LX

The Honda CR-V LX prioritizes family practicality and dependability with balanced performance and sensible efficiency. At around 29,000, it offers good value in its segment for growing families and cargo-heavy routines.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety190 hp

Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar price

Usage fit

Family 87 / 88

City 49 / 48

Budget / value 66 / 67

Road trip 63 / 64

Performance 26 / 28

Cargo 64 / 66

Practical 63 / 65

Premium 24 / 24

Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Ford Escape SE · Orange = Honda CR-V LX

Specs side-by-side

Spec Ford Escape SE Honda CR-V LX

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Ford Escape SE

Efficient for its class (7.2 L/100 km) to keep running costs down.
Signals place safety as a strength.
1000 L cargo capacity handles family gear and bulk shopping.
Good value in its segment at about $28,000.
Not aimed at performance driving despite 180 hp and 8.0 s 0–100 km/h.
Lacks a premium positioning or upscale trimmings.
Seats five only—no third row for larger families.
Gasoline powertrain won’t suit buyers seeking an electrified option.

Honda CR-V LX

Large 1033-liter cargo area suits strollers, gear, and bulk shopping
Signals emphasize reliability and safety for family duty
190 hp and 0–100 km/h in 9 s deliver confident everyday performance
Priced around 29,000, presenting good value in its segment
Not aimed at performance driving; 0–100 km/h in 9 s is only moderate
Those seeking a premium-feel cabin and features may be disappointed
Five seats only; no third row for larger families
7.5 L/100 km may not satisfy drivers chasing ultra-low fuel use

Verdict

Pick Ford Escape SE if…

Best fuel economy

Ford Escape SE uses 7.2 L/100km vs 7.5 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Honda CR-V LX if…

More power

Honda CR-V LX puts out 190 hp vs 180 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Ford Escape SE

Honda CR-V LX

Verdict

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