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Comparing Honda SUVs for Saskatchewan Drivers

HR-V, CR-V, Passport, and Pilot -- side-by-side specs, pricing, real-world use cases, and honest recommendations from the team at Moose Jaw Honda. Built for Saskatchewan winters, gravel highways, and family life.

The short answer

Honda sells four SUVs in Canada -- HR-V (subcompact, 5 seats, from ~$32K), CR-V (compact, 5 seats, from ~$36K, hybrid available), Passport (mid-size 5-seat off-road/rural, from ~$48K), and Pilot (mid-size 8-seat family, from ~$54K). For most Moose Jaw and southern Saskatchewan buyers the CR-V is the default best fit -- Canada's top-selling SUV, real AWD, good winter feature package, and strong resale. Choose HR-V for a smaller/cheaper daily driver; Passport if you drive gravel or need real off-pavement capability; Pilot if you need three rows for kids, hockey gear, and long highway trips. Full comparison below.

Honda SUV lineup at a glance

HR-V CR-V Passport Pilot
Class Subcompact SUV Compact SUV Mid-size SUV (2-row) Mid-size SUV (3-row)
Seating 5 5 5 7 or 8
Starting MSRP (2026, Canada) ~$32,000 ~$36,000 (Hybrid from ~$44,000) ~$48,000 ~$54,000
Engine 2.0L 4-cyl (158 hp) 1.5L turbo (190 hp) / 2.0L hybrid (204 hp combined) 3.5L V6 (285 hp) 3.5L V6 (285 hp)
Drivetrain FWD standard / AWD available AWD standard on most trims i-VTM4 AWD standard i-VTM4 AWD available
Fuel economy (combined) 7.8 L/100 km 8.4 L/100 km (Hybrid: 6.4 L/100 km) 11.7 L/100 km 10.9 L/100 km
Cargo (behind 2nd row) 691 L 1,113 L 1,430 L 524 L (behind 3rd row) / 1,583 L (behind 2nd)
Tow rating Not rated 1,500 lb 5,000 lb 5,000 lb
Ground clearance 187 mm 198 mm 209 mm 187 mm
Honda Sensing (safety suite) Standard Standard Standard Standard
Heated seats + steering wheel Standard on Sport + Standard on Sport + Standard Standard on Sport +
Remote start Available Standard on most trims Standard Standard on most trims
Block heater Standard (Canada) Standard (Canada) Standard (Canada) Standard (Canada)

Specifications reflect Honda Canada 2026 model-year configurations at time of publication. Pricing rounded; confirm current MSRP with our sales team.

Honda HR-V -- the affordable everyday SUV

Who it's for: First-time SUV buyers, singles and couples, empty-nesters downsizing from a bigger vehicle, and drivers who want SUV visibility and cargo without SUV pricing. HR-V is our entry point to the Honda SUV lineup.

What you get: 2.0L four-cylinder (158 hp), FWD standard or AWD available, standard Honda Sensing safety suite, standard block heater, 691 L of cargo behind the second row, Honda's Magic Seat second-row folding system, and combined fuel economy around 7.8 L/100 km.

Saskatchewan fit: Solid. AWD versions handle Moose Jaw winters well -- the CVT and 2.0L engine aren't turbocharged, so cold-start behaviour is predictable. Not as capable in deep snow or on rough gravel as the CR-V or Passport, but for city driving and paved-highway commuting between Moose Jaw and Regina it's plenty of vehicle.

Where it falls short: Not rated for towing. Less cargo than CR-V. Smaller engine feels stretched with a full load on the Trans-Canada. Second-row space is tight for tall passengers.

Best for

  • Daily-driver commuters
  • First-time SUV buyers
  • Singles / couples / empty-nesters
  • Buyers on a $30-38K budget

Honda CR-V -- the default choice for southern Saskatchewan

Who it's for: The largest single group of Honda SUV buyers in Canada. Small families, couples with active weekend lives, retirees who want space and comfort, professionals who commute daily and haul kids or gear on weekends. If you're not sure which Honda SUV to pick, start with the CR-V.

What you get: 1.5L turbo (190 hp) or 2.0L hybrid (204 hp combined), AWD standard on most trims (Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control), Honda Sensing, standard block heater, remote start standard on Sport trims and up, heated seats standard on Sport, 1,113 L of cargo behind the second row, 1,500 lb tow rating. Hybrid variant delivers ~6.4 L/100 km combined -- best-in-class for a non-plug-in AWD compact SUV.

Saskatchewan fit: Excellent. This is the default winter SUV for southern Saskatchewan. The Real Time AWD system engages predictively when it senses wheel slip, and the CR-V's ride height, mass, and traction package handle Moose Jaw winters and southern SK gravel with confidence. Hybrid version is even better in slippery conditions -- the electric motor delivers instant, smooth torque without wheel spin.

Where it falls short: Not built for serious off-road or heavy towing (get a Passport or Pilot). Pricing on higher trims (Touring Hybrid) approaches Passport territory.

Best for

  • Most Saskatchewan buyers
  • Small families (1-3 kids)
  • All-weather commuters
  • Buyers on a $36-52K budget
  • Hybrid buyers wanting AWD + efficiency

Honda Passport -- built for rural Saskatchewan

Who it's for: Rural drivers, farm and ranch owners, weekend adventurers, buyers who tow a trailer regularly, and anyone who spends real time on gravel roads. The Passport is the most off-road-capable Honda SUV.

What you get: 3.5L V6 (285 hp) with 10-speed automatic, standard i-VTM4 AWD (torque-vectoring rear differential -- smarter than most compact-SUV AWD systems), 209 mm of ground clearance, 5,000 lb tow rating, standard Honda Sensing, standard heated seats and steering wheel, standard remote start, 1,430 L of cargo behind the second row (biggest of any 2-row Honda SUV). The 2026 Passport TrailSport trim adds skid plates, all-terrain tires, and off-road-tuned suspension.

Saskatchewan fit: The right pick if you drive rural gravel daily, tow a trailer or camper, or need to move through deep snow on side roads. i-VTM4 sends up to 70% of engine torque to the rear axle and can split that torque 100% to either rear wheel -- real capability, not marketing. The V6 handles the Trans-Canada with authority.

Where it falls short: Only 2 rows / 5 seats -- not a family hauler if you need to move 6+ people. Fuel economy is 11.7 L/100 km combined vs 8.4 for CR-V -- meaningful over 25,000 km/year. Higher starting price than CR-V.

Best for

  • Rural / farm / ranch drivers
  • Regular trailer towing (up to 5,000 lb)
  • Gravel-road daily commutes
  • Weekend outdoor / camping use
  • Buyers on a $48-58K budget

Honda Pilot -- the three-row family SUV

Who it's for: Larger families (3+ kids), families with kids' sports gear that fills a vehicle (hockey bags, box lacrosse gear, wakeboards), families who take long highway road trips, and blended families or grandparents who need to move seven people at once.

What you get: 3.5L V6 (285 hp) with 10-speed automatic, i-VTM4 AWD available, 7 or 8 seats depending on trim (second-row captain's chairs available on higher trims), 5,000 lb tow rating, standard Honda Sensing, standard heated seats and steering wheel on Sport +, standard remote start on most trims. Cargo behind 3rd row is 524 L; behind 2nd row 1,583 L; behind 1st row 3,092 L. TrailSport trim adds off-road capability.

Saskatchewan fit: Excellent for families. Winter capability is strong with i-VTM4 AWD. Three-row layout means you're not making trade-offs when you need to move kids and friends. Long-distance comfort on the Trans-Canada is genuinely good -- Pilot is one of the more comfortable non-luxury family SUVs on the market.

Where it falls short: Big vehicle for tight parking (Moose Jaw downtown / Regina Cornwall Centre lots). Fuel economy at 10.9 L/100 km combined is the price of a V6. Higher starting price than CR-V -- for a small family, Pilot is more vehicle than you need.

Best for

  • Families with 3+ kids
  • Sports families with lots of gear
  • Frequent long-distance travellers
  • Trailer towing (up to 5,000 lb)
  • Buyers on a $54-64K budget

Match the Honda SUV to your life

Your situation Recommended Honda SUV Why
Single or couple, daily commuter, tight budget HR-V Right-sized, low fuel cost, cheapest entry point to the Honda SUV lineup.
Small family, 1-2 kids, urban / suburban Moose Jaw CR-V Enough cargo, AWD standard, Honda Sensing, right size for daycare / school runs and weekend outings.
Small family, wants best fuel economy without giving up AWD CR-V Hybrid ~6.4 L/100 km combined with AWD -- best-in-class efficiency for a non-plug-in compact SUV.
Rural, farm, or ranch driver -- gravel roads daily Passport Real off-road capability, 209 mm ground clearance, i-VTM4 AWD, 5,000 lb towing.
Regular trailer or camper towing Passport or Pilot Both rated 5,000 lb. Choose Passport for solo / couple use, Pilot for family towing.
Family with 3+ kids or hockey / box lacrosse team gear Pilot Third row + 1,583 L behind 2nd row = the only Honda that solves the "kids and gear" problem.
Long-distance highway commuter (Moose Jaw ↔ Regina, or further) CR-V or Pilot CR-V for solo commutes; Pilot if you regularly haul family on the same route.
First-time SUV buyer moving up from a sedan HR-V or CR-V Both are approachable in size; CR-V gives more room to grow into.

How each Honda SUV handles Saskatchewan winter

All four Honda SUVs share the same core winter package -- standard block heater, standard Honda Sensing (which includes adaptive cruise, collision mitigation, and lane-keeping that work in snow within reason), and available or standard heated seats and steering wheel. Where they differ meaningfully is AWD system, ground clearance, and weight.

  • HR-V (AWD trim): Basic AWD system -- engages when wheel slip is detected. Fine for city snow, less reassuring in deep snow on rural roads.
  • CR-V: Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control -- engages predictively before slip. Snow Mode on Hybrid trims. Best all-around winter compact SUV.
  • Passport: i-VTM4 AWD (torque-vectoring rear differential) + 209 mm ground clearance = the winter and off-pavement pick. Snow Mode standard.
  • Pilot: i-VTM4 AWD available + weight of a mid-size vehicle = stable and confident in winter. Snow Mode on most trims.

Bottom line: for on-pavement Moose Jaw / Regina / Trans-Canada winter driving, CR-V is more than enough. For rural gravel and deep-snow side roads, Passport pulls ahead. Full winter feature breakdown is in our Best SUVs for Winter Driving in Saskatchewan guide.

What our customers actually say

CR-V -- small-family owner (Moose Jaw):

"We test-drove three brands. The CR-V won because of how it drove on Highway 1 with a kid in the back -- quiet, comfortable, and the Honda Sensing stuff genuinely helped on the drive back to Regina. Winter's been a non-issue."

Passport -- farmer / gravel commuter:

"I drive 40 km of gravel every day to the section. The Passport handles it -- the AWD is real, not marketing. I tow a stock trailer to Weyburn most weekends. It's the truck replacement I didn't know I wanted."

HR-V -- first-time SUV buyer:

"Wanted more space than a Civic but couldn't justify CR-V money. HR-V is right-sized -- I park it downtown, it fits my dog's crate, and it gets me to my folks' place in Assiniboia without complaint."

Pilot -- three-kid family:

"We had a CR-V before. It was great for two kids and average gear. Third kid changed everything -- hockey bags, three car seats, weekend gear. Pilot solved every problem the CR-V couldn't. Wish we'd bought it a year sooner."

Excerpts from customer conversations and post-purchase feedback at Moose Jaw Honda. Names withheld for privacy; representative of the feedback patterns we hear regularly.

Ownership costs across the lineup

HR-V CR-V (Gas) CR-V (Hybrid) Passport Pilot
Est. annual fuel (20,000 km, $1.55/L) $2,420 $2,600 $1,980 $3,625 $3,380
Est. annual maintenance (year 3-7) $500-900 $600-1,000 $600-1,000 $800-1,300 (timing belt at 100-150K) $800-1,300 (timing belt at 100-150K)
Insurance (SGI approx annual, MJ/Regina) $1,400-1,700 $1,500-1,900 $1,600-2,000 $1,700-2,100 $1,700-2,200
3-year residual (% of MSRP) 60-65% 65-70% 65-70% 60-65% 60-65%

Fuel and insurance estimates are averages for Moose Jaw / Regina driving conditions. Actual insurance rates vary with driver profile -- get an SGI quote for your specific situation. Residual estimates based on 2026 Saskatchewan used market observations.

Frequently asked questions

HR-V is the subcompact SUV -- smallest, cheapest, best for singles and couples. CR-V is the compact SUV -- Canada's top-selling SUV, 5 seats, AWD standard on most trims, hybrid available, the default choice for most southern Saskatchewan families. Passport is the mid-size 2-row off-road-capable SUV -- real AWD (i-VTM4), 209 mm ground clearance, 5,000 lb tow rating, best for rural drivers and trailer towing. Pilot is the mid-size 3-row family SUV -- 7-8 seats, V6, 5,000 lb tow rating, the only Honda that solves the "kids and gear" problem for families with 3+ kids.
For most southern Saskatchewan drivers, the CR-V is the best all-around winter SUV -- Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control engages predictively before wheel slip, standard block heater, standard Honda Sensing safety suite, and available Snow Mode on Hybrid trims. If you drive rural gravel or deep-snow side roads regularly, Passport pulls ahead with i-VTM4 torque-vectoring AWD and 209 mm ground clearance. Pilot is a strong three-row winter option for larger families. HR-V AWD handles Moose Jaw city winter well but is less capable in deep snow. All four Honda SUVs come with block heater standard on Canadian-market vehicles.
2026 model-year starting MSRP in Canada: HR-V approximately $32,000; CR-V approximately $36,000 (Hybrid from approximately $44,000); Passport approximately $48,000; Pilot approximately $54,000. Higher trims and options can add $6,000-14,000 to each. Pricing rounded to approximate figures -- current MSRP and available promotions change month-to-month, so confirm actual pricing with our sales team at 306-693-5959.
CR-V for most people. Passport if you regularly drive gravel roads, tow a trailer (up to 5,000 lb), or need real off-road capability with i-VTM4 AWD and higher ground clearance. CR-V is $12,000 cheaper to start, gets significantly better fuel economy (8.4 vs 11.7 L/100 km combined), and is easier to park. Passport is more capable but overkill for a purely on-pavement Moose Jaw / Regina commuter. If you're a rural or farm buyer, or tow a trailer regularly, Passport is worth the premium.
CR-V for smaller families (1-2 kids) or anyone who doesn't need a third row. Pilot only if you need to seat 7-8 people regularly, or if you have 3+ kids with lots of gear (hockey bags, box lacrosse gear, wakeboards, camping equipment). Pilot is roughly $18,000 more to start, drinks more fuel (10.9 vs 8.4 L/100 km), and is a bigger vehicle to park. If you don't need the third row, don't pay for it. If you need it, the Pilot is one of the more comfortable non-luxury three-row family SUVs on the market.
For higher-mileage drivers (20,000+ km/year) and buyers who value smoother, more responsive acceleration, yes. The CR-V Hybrid returns roughly 6.4 L/100 km combined vs 8.4 for the gas CR-V -- approximately $600-700/year in fuel savings at 20,000 km. Payback on the hybrid premium (~$4,000-6,000 depending on trim) is 6-9 years on fuel alone; residual value on hybrids is holding up strongly, which shortens the effective payback further. In Saskatchewan winter, the hybrid's electric motor delivers smooth, instant torque without wheel spin -- a real winter advantage. Full breakdown in our Hybrid SUVs in Saskatchewan Winters guide.
CR-V Hybrid at approximately 6.4 L/100 km combined -- best fuel economy in the Honda SUV lineup by a wide margin. HR-V second at 7.8 L/100 km. Gas CR-V at 8.4 L/100 km. Pilot at 10.9 L/100 km. Passport at 11.7 L/100 km. Real-world Saskatchewan highway driving typically improves the combined number by 0.5-1.0 L/100 km on all models due to steady highway speeds.
Passport and Pilot are both rated 5,000 lb -- enough for most utility trailers, small campers, boats, and stock trailers. CR-V is rated at 1,500 lb -- fine for a small utility trailer but not for towing a boat or camper. HR-V is not rated for towing. For serious or frequent towing, choose Passport (2-row) or Pilot (3-row) based on how many passengers you need to move at the same time.
At Moose Jaw Honda -- 1768 Main Street North, Moose Jaw. We stock every Honda SUV in the current lineup (HR-V, CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Pilot) and welcome back-to-back test drives. Bring the car seats you actually use; take multiple SUVs on the same drive route so the comparison is real. We serve Moose Jaw, Regina, Swift Current, Weyburn, Assiniboia, Gravelbourg, Coronach, and everywhere in southern Saskatchewan. Call 306-693-5959 to arrange a comparison test drive.
CR-V is the strongest resale performer in the Honda SUV lineup -- 3-year residuals typically 65-70% of MSRP in the Saskatchewan used market. Pilot and Passport typically hold 60-65% at 3 years. HR-V typically 60-65%. All four are above segment average -- Hondas are consistently among the top brands for resale retention in Canada. For a deeper breakdown, see our Honda Models with the Best Resale Value guide.

Book back-to-back Honda SUV test drives

The best way to compare Honda SUVs is to drive them one after the other on the same route. We'll line them up -- HR-V, CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Pilot -- so you can feel the differences yourself. No pressure. Bring the car seats you actually use.

Moose Jaw Honda · 1768 Main Street North · 306-693-5959

Last updated: July 2026. Specifications, pricing, and warranty terms reflect Honda Canada 2026 model-year configurations at time of publication. MSRP figures rounded and subject to change; always confirm current pricing and promotions with our sales team at 306-693-5959.

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