A 2022 Honda CR-V on a city road

What is the difference between Honda SUVs and Honda crossovers?

Honda Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) vs Honda crossovers 

What is the difference between Honda SUVs and Honda crossovers? Honda SUVs (Sport Utility Vehicles) are similar to Honda crossovers, also known as crossover SUVs. Sometimes the terms are used interchangeably, but there is a key difference in the platform of these vehicles, which you can learn about below. Crossovers and SUVs are both available here at Steele Honda of St. John’s, NL. 


What is the main difference between a Honda SUV and a crossover SUV? 

The main difference between an SUV and a crossover is the platform on which the vehicles drive. SUVs are truck-based vehicles with a body-on-frame design, while crossover vehicles are often on sedan platforms or unibody platforms. SUVs are thus better for hauling and towing in general. 

Which are larger: Honda SUVs or crossover SUVs? 

Both SUVs and crossovers come in a wide range of sizes, so you’d be better off comparing two particular vehicles instead of the broader categories. However, we can say that in general, SUVs will be larger. They usually range from mid-size to full-size. Crossovers range from subcompact to full-size, which gives you more variety. 

The rear of a 2021 Honda CR-V beside a house
Dashboard of the 2021 Honda CR-V

What Honda vehicles are SUVs or crossovers? 

Honda crossover SUVs include the Honda HR-V, Honda Passport, Honda CR-V, and Honda Pilot. People often classify these vehicles as Honda SUVs as well. The Honda HR-V is in the subcompact crossover SUV category. The Honda CR-V is a compact crossover SUV. The Honda Pilot and Honda Passport are midsize crossover SUVs. While they can all fall into the crossover category, they offer a variety of sizes and performance capacities, which means that we can find something for everyone here in St. John’s, NL. We’d love to help you find your next Honda vehicle.