CR-V has a slight advantage, but Land Cruiser Prado remains highly competitive.
Key Differences At A Glance
Performance
Equal
Efficiency
CR-V
+9 pts
Safety
Land Cruiser Prado
+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 Prado
Performance
17/20
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 comprehensive safety features
Best For:Fuel EfficiencyFamily Usage
Land Cruiser Prado
Pros
Stronger safety package
Cons
Lower fuel efficiency
Less practical in daily usage
Best For:General Use
Who Should Buy Which?
CR-V
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Land Cruiser Prado
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Full Specification Comparison
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser Prado
Ground Clearance
200
220
Wheelbase
2700
2790
Length
4690
4840
Width
1860
1885
Height
1690
1890
Kerb Weight
1750
2250
Gross Vehicle Weight
2250
2990
Seating Capacity
5
7
Boot Space
497
120
Towing Capacity
1500
3000
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser Prado
Engine
2.0L Hybrid Petrol
2.8L Turbo Diesel
Engine Type
Inline 4 Cylinder Atkinson Cycle with Dual Electric Motors
Inline 4 Cylinder Turbocharged
Displacement
1993
2755
Cylinders
4
4
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Power
204
150
Torque
335
500
Fuel System
Direct Injection + Electric Motor Assist
Common Rail Direct Injection
Top Speed
195
175
0-100 km/h
8.5
9.8
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser Prado
Transmission
eCVT Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drive Type
AWD
4x4
Drivetrain Layout
All Wheel Drive
Ladder Frame
LSD Available
Electronic AWD Control
Electronic
Transfer Case
Automatic Torque Distribution
Low Range with Crawl Control
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser Prado
Claimed Mileage
20
12.3
City Mileage
17
9
Highway Mileage
19
12
Fuel Tank Capacity
57
87
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 5
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser Prado
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 Prado
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 Prado
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 Prado
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 Prado
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 Prado
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 Prado
Approach Angle
20
31
Departure Angle
22
25
Wading Depth
450
700
Terrain Modes
EV Eco Sport Snow
Mud Sand Rock Snow
Locking Differential
Electronic AWD Lock
Rear and Center Locking Differential
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser Prado
Tyre Size
235/55 R19
265/60 R19
Wheel Type
Alloy
Premium Alloy
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser Prado
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 Prado
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 Prado
Warranty Years
3
3
Warranty Kilometers
100000
100000
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Specification
CR-V
Land Cruiser Prado
CO2 Emissions
110
215
Start Stop System
Standard
Standard
Hybrid System Type
Self-Charging Hybrid
None
Final Verdict
🏆Honda CR-V
wins with 77 pts
vs 66 pts for Land Cruiser Prado
In structured scoring, CR-V emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Land Cruiser Prado may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Based on structured category scoring, CR-V performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.
CR-V scores 16 while Land Cruiser Prado scores 7 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.
In safety scoring, CR-V scores 18 and Land Cruiser Prado scores 20. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.
CR-V scores 12 versus Land Cruiser Prado scoring 12. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.
Practicality scoring gives CR-V 14 and Land Cruiser Prado 10, reflecting cabin space and usability.
Performance category shows CR-V scoring 17 compared to Land Cruiser Prado scoring 17, indicating stronger overtaking capability.
While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest CR-V may hold stronger long-term value.
Off-road suitability depends on drivetrain and ground clearance. Refer to the full specification comparison for detailed technical differences.
Efficiency and ownership categories influence running costs. CR-V performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.
Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives CR-V the overall advantage.
Detailed Comparison Analysis
The comparison between CR-V and Land Cruiser Prado in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: CR-V scores 17 vs 17.
Efficiency: CR-V scores 16 vs 7.
Safety: CR-V scores 18 vs 20.
Practicality: CR-V scores 14 vs 10.
Ownership: CR-V scores 12 vs 12.
Final structured scoring gives CR-V
the advantage in this comparison.
