CR-V has a slight advantage, but Land Cruiser 76 remains highly competitive.
Key Differences At A Glance
Performance
Land Cruiser 76
+1 pts
Efficiency
CR-V
+9 pts
Safety
Land Cruiser 76
+2 pts
Practicality
CR-V
+4 pts
Ownership
Equal
Category Score Breakdown
🏆 Overall Winner
CR-V
Performance
17/20
Efficiency
16/20
Safety
18/20
Practicality
14/20
Ownership
12/20
Land Cruiser 76
Performance
18/20
Efficiency
7/20
Safety
20/20
Practicality
10/20
Ownership
12/20
Pros & Cons
🏆 Overall Winner
CR-V
Pros
Better fuel efficiency
More practical for daily use
Cons
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Best For:Fuel EfficiencyFamily Usage
Land Cruiser 76
Pros
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
Cons
Lower fuel efficiency
Less practical in daily usage
Best For:Highway Driving
Who Should Buy Which?
CR-V
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Land Cruiser 76
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Full Specification Comparison
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Ground Clearance
200
230
Wheelbase
2700
2850
Length
4690
4890
Width
1860
1885
Height
1690
1900
Kerb Weight
1750
2180
Gross Vehicle Weight
2250
3000
Seating Capacity
5
8
Boot Space
497
120
Towing Capacity
1500
3000
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Engine
2.0L Hybrid Petrol
4.0L V6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Type
Inline 4 Cylinder Atkinson Cycle with Dual Electric Motors
V6 1GR-FE
Displacement
1993
3956
Cylinders
4
6
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Power
204
202
Torque
335
381
Fuel System
Direct Injection + Electric Motor Assist
Common Rail Direct Injection
Top Speed
195
175
0-100 km/h
8.5
10.5
Power @ RPM
-
5600 rpm
Torque @ RPM
-
4400 rpm
Turbocharger
-
Not Available
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Transmission
eCVT Automatic
4-speed Automatic
Drive Type
AWD
4WD
Drivetrain Layout
All Wheel Drive
4x4 Part-Time
LSD Available
Electronic AWD Control
Electronic
Transfer Case
Automatic Torque Distribution
Low Range with Crawl Control
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Claimed Mileage
20
10.5
City Mileage
17
9
Highway Mileage
19
13
Fuel Tank Capacity
57
87
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 5
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Airbags
6
9
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Cruise Control
Adaptive
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Standard
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Seat Material
Premium Leather
Leather
Seat Adjustment
Driver and Passenger Electric
Power Adjustable with Memory
Heated Seats
Front and Rear
Front Heated
Ventilated Seats
Front
Front Ventilated
Steering Type
Electric Power Steering
Power Assisted
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Multi-Color Ambient
Premium Ambient Lighting
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Triple Zone Automatic
Power Windows
All Doors Auto
All Windows
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Smart Key
Push Button Start
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Standard
Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Hands-free Electric Tailgate
Hands Free Electric
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Premium Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Android Auto
Wireless
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
12 Premium
14
Navigation System
Built-in
Built-in GPS Navigation
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
LED Headlamps
LED Matrix
LED with Auto Leveling
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED DRL
Fog Lamps
LED
LED Front and Rear
Roof Rails
Standard
Silver Roof Rails
Alloy Wheel Design
19-inch Premium Alloy
19-inch Alloy
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Approach Angle
20
47
Departure Angle
22
32
Wading Depth
450
700
Terrain Modes
EV Eco Sport Snow
High/Low 4WD
Locking Differential
Electronic AWD Lock
Rear Diff Lock
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Tyre Size
235/55 R19
265/65 R17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Premium Alloy
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Ladder Frame Reinforced
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Service Interval
10000 km / 12 months
10000 km / 12 months
Approx Service Cost
Moderate
Premium
Battery Warranty
8 Years
2 Years
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
Warranty Years
3
3
Warranty Kilometers
100000
100000
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser 76
CO2 Emissions
110
295
Start Stop System
Standard
Standard
Hybrid System Type
Self-Charging Hybrid
None
Final Verdict
🏆Honda CR-V
wins with 77 pts
vs 67 pts for Land Cruiser 76
In structured scoring, CR-V emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Land Cruiser 76 may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.