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Honda HR-V vs Toyota Yaris Cross comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 130 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 23,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda HR-V or Toyota Yaris Cross?

Honda HR-V vs Toyota Yaris Cross: Key differences

Honda HR-V

4.3 (15 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Toyota Yaris Cross

4.3 (14 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

HR-V

City slicker meets the sensible all-rounder

The Honda HR-V and Toyota Yaris Cross arrive at the compact crossover party with very different dance moves: one plays the grown-up, quietly capable host while the other sashays in with urban energy and thrift on its mind. Neither is a showy supercar, but both pack personalities that read easily at the kerb. Think of this as a duel between everyday composure and city-savvy cleverness.

Yaris Cross

Understatement versus cheeky practicality

The HR-V feels reserved and mature — a buttoned-down type that values space, a poised ride and a sense of solidity when you drive. The Yaris Cross is cheekier, projecting nimbleness, tight-footprint convenience and a design that looks happiest darting through streets. One whispers reassurance, the other winks: you can feel the intention behind each exterior and cabin cue.

HR-V

How they live with your life

In daily life the HR-V leans toward flexibility, usable interior space and long-leg comfort that makes longer trips less taxing on the driver and passengers. The Yaris Cross is built for urban choreography — easy manoeuvres, economical running and interiors that maximise what’s needed for city routines. Both cope with family and work duties, but they tilt toward different daily rhythms.

Yaris Cross

Reasons to sign on the dotted line

Choose the HR-V if you want a calm, versatile companion that downplays flash and delivers fuss-free utility without drama. Pick the Yaris Cross if you prize clever packaging, low running fuss and a compact footprint that makes life in town simpler and cheaper. Each car tells a different story about how you want a crossover to fit into your week.

HR-V

Who the HR-V will please most

The HR-V suits the Pragmatist and the Comfort Seeker: people who prize practicality, a relaxed driving character and a cabin that behaves like a sensible, grown-up living room on wheels. Families who carry variable loads or drivers who do steady miles will appreciate its temperament and predictability. If you value calm, usable space over flash, the HR-V is speaking your language.

Yaris Cross

Who the Yaris Cross will charm

The Yaris Cross is for the Rational Decision-Maker and the Design & Brand-Oriented buyer who want a sensible purchase that still looks smart on the street — and who might poke gentle fun at the HR-V’s more subdued demeanour. It appeals to urban commuters, style-conscious small households and anyone who prizes low fuss and frugal running. Read on — the numbers and details below will sharpen the picture.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

HR-V

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Yaris Cross is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,700 £ , while the Honda HR-V costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,051 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Yaris Cross uses 4.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.9 L/100km.

Yaris Cross

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Honda HR-V offers barely more power – delivering 131 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 1 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Honda HR-V is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 10.6 s, while the Toyota Yaris Cross takes 10.7 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

HR-V

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Yaris Cross is noticeably lighter – 1,180 kg compared to 1,452 kg. The difference is around 272 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota Yaris Cross offers a bit more boot space – 397 L compared to 319 L. That’s a difference of about 78 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Yaris Cross carries a bit more – 510 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Yaris Cross is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £23,700
Yaris Cross

Toyota Yaris Cross

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Honda HR-V
Toyota Yaris Cross

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V is a compact crossover that blends practical versatility with a comfortable, refined cabin, making it a strong choice for daily driving and weekend trips. Its clever packaging and easy-to-use features give owners flexible cargo space and a confidence-inspiring driving experience without feeling fussy.

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Toyota Yaris Cross

The Toyota Yaris Cross blends the maneuverability of a small hatch with the higher driving position and practicality of a crossover, wrapped in Toyota's dependable build quality. It suits urban buyers who need easy parking, flexible cargo space and a comfortable, economical daily driver.

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Honda HR-V
Toyota Yaris Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,700 - 35,400 £
Price
23,700 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
122 g/km
co2
101 - 108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,452 kg
Curb weight
1,180 - 1,290 kg
Trunk capacity
319 L
Trunk capacity
320 - 397 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
-
Width
1,765 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
418 kg
Payload
485 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 HP
Power HP
116 - 130 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 11.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
253 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
85 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,490 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Honda
Brand
Toyota
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