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Honda CR-V vs Nissan Xterra

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Honda CR-V

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2015 Nissan Xterra

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Overview

SpecHonda CR-VLXNissan XterraX
Selected trimLXX
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic5-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272015

Pricing & market

SpecHonda CR-VLXNissan XterraX
MSRP$31,520$23,660 (best)
Lowest listing price$7,899 (best)—
Median listing price$34,557 (best)—
Highest listing price$38,927 (best)—
For sale now24 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda CR-VLXNissan XterraX
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG28 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)22 MPG
Fuel tank14 gal21.1 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHonda CR-VLXNissan XterraX
Horsepower190 hp261 hp (best)
Torque179 lb-ft281 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.5 L4 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecHonda CR-VLXNissan XterraX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume76.5 cu ft (best)65.7 cu ft
Towing capacity1,500 lbs5,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,472 lbs (best)—
Ground clearance7.8 in8.2 in (best)
Wheelbase106.3 in106.3 in
Length184.8 in (best)178.7 in
Width73.5 in (best)72.8 in
Height66.2 in74.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda CR-VLXNissan XterraX
NHTSA overall—Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)—Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side crash (driver)—Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side pole—Not Rated
Rollover—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimHonda CR-VNissan Xterra
1

LX

$31,520 MSRP(Currently comparing)

X

$23,660 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LX

$33,020 MSRP

X

$25,710 MSRP

3

EX

$33,550 MSRP

S

$25,670 MSRP

4

EX

$35,050 MSRP

S

$26,670 MSRP

5

EX-L

$35,800 MSRP

S

$27,720 MSRP

6

EX-L

$37,300 MSRP

PRO-4X

$30,590 MSRP

7

Sport Hybrid

$36,030 MSRP

PRO-4X

$31,640 MSRP

8

Sport Hybrid

$37,530 MSRP

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9

Sport-L Hybrid

$39,125 MSRP

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10

Sport-L Hybrid

$40,625 MSRP

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11

TrailSport Hybrid

$39,200 MSRP

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12

Sport Touring Hybrid

$42,950 MSRP

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Honda CR-V vs Nissan Xterra FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Honda CR-V vs 2015 Nissan Xterra on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 Nissan Xterra starts lower at $23,660. Live Honda CR-V listings start at $7,899.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
The 2015 Nissan Xterra leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,660).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
The 2027 Honda CR-V leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (40).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
The 2015 Nissan Xterra leads on horsepower in this comparison (261).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Honda CR-V or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
The 2015 Nissan Xterra leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Honda CR-V vs 2015 Nissan Xterra?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Xterra (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).