Narrowing it down ... need suggestions

B&C03

Honda as an EX 2WD or Forester 2XE (entry level) - both about the same price

https://automobiles.honda.com/tools/build-price/trims.aspx?ModelID=&ModelName=CR-V&ModelYear=2010

 

https://www.subaru.com/vehicles/forester/25x/build.html

 

both about the same price, CR-V would have privacy glass in the back- not Subaru.

jarbatz

I am a Honda girl all the way although the Subarus are very highly rated.   But just from looks standpoint, the CR-V is way cuter, IMO!  And Hondas last FOREVER!

 

busybea

jarbatz:

I am a Honda girl all the way although the Subarus are very highly rated.   But just from looks standpoint, the CR-V is way cuter, IMO!  And Hondas last FOREVER!

I agree, I've owned 3 different Hondas and have LOVED every one of them.  They are extremely reliable and if there ever is a major problem, they fix it right away.   I don't know much about Subaru's so I can't comment, sorry... 

carladillon

I LOVE my CR-V!  We have a CR-V and a Civic.  I've had the CR-V since Nov 2002 and have never had any problems with it (80k+ miles).  I love driving it and I love how spacious it is without being a boat.  When it's time to replace this one, I'll get another CR-V without a doubt.

NewMrs07

Definitely the Honda... good luck!

Piranha54

OK, I am completely a subaru gal so think the forester is a no brainer.  But a question, since we are now going through this, how do car seats, especially convertible ones, fit in each of the two vehicles?!

carladillon

We have the infant car seat in the CR-V, and it fits fine in the middle of the back seat.

We have a convertable in the Civic...not so good.  When we take the Civic, DH has to drive because there isn't enough leg room for him in the passenger seat.  I am 5' 6.5"

B&C03

Thanks for your opinions! I am going with the Honda CR-V b/c of more cargo space and more features for the money I haggled down to.