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Honda CR-V vs Pontiac Aztek

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

Vehicles

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2026 Honda CR-V

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2005 Pontiac Aztek

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Overview

SpecHonda CR-VLXPontiac AztekBase
Selected trimLXBase
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262005

Pricing & market

SpecHonda CR-VLXPontiac AztekBase
MSRP$30,920$21,530 (best)
Lowest listing price$7,995 (best)—
Median listing price$28,500 (best)—
Highest listing price$38,985 (best)—
For sale now189 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda CR-VLXPontiac AztekBase
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)19 MPG
City MPG28 MPG (best)17 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)24 MPG
Fuel tank14 gal18 gal (best)

Performance

SpecHonda CR-VLXPontiac AztekBase
Horsepower190 hp (best)185 hp
Torque179 lb-ft210 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.5 L3.4 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecHonda CR-VLXPontiac AztekBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume76.5 cu ft93.5 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs3,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,472 lbs (best)3,779 lbs
Ground clearance7.8 in (best)7.2 in
Wheelbase106.3 in108.3 in (best)
Length184.8 in (best)182.1 in
Width73.5 in73.7 in (best)
Height66.2 in66.7 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda CR-VLXPontiac AztekBase
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 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-VPontiac Aztek
1

LX

$30,920 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$21,530 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LX

$32,420 MSRP

Base

$24,445 MSRP

3

EX

$33,150 MSRP

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4

EX

$34,650 MSRP

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5

EX-L

$35,400 MSRP

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6

EX-L

$36,900 MSRP

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7

Sport Hybrid

$35,630 MSRP

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8

Sport Hybrid

$37,130 MSRP

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9

Sport-L Hybrid

$38,725 MSRP

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10

Sport-L Hybrid

$40,225 MSRP

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11

TrailSport Hybrid

$38,800 MSRP

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12

Sport Touring Hybrid

$42,250 MSRP

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13

CR-V e:FCEV SUV

$50,000 MSRP

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Honda CR-V vs Pontiac Aztek FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2005 Pontiac Aztek?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda CR-V vs 2005 Pontiac Aztek on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2005 Pontiac Aztek?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 Pontiac Aztek starts lower at $21,530. Live Honda CR-V listings start at $7,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2005 Pontiac Aztek?
The 2005 Pontiac Aztek leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,530).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2005 Pontiac Aztek?
The 2026 Honda CR-V leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (40).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2005 Pontiac Aztek?
The 2026 Honda CR-V leads on horsepower in this comparison (204).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Honda CR-V or 2005 Pontiac Aztek?
The 2005 Pontiac Aztek leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda CR-V vs 2005 Pontiac Aztek?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda CR-V (5/5 NHTSA overall).