Discover the best compact SUVs of 2025

Discover the best compact SUVs of 2025
Front view of 2025 Honda CR-V on a city street

The number of sport utility vehicles (SUVs) on the road is vast, and to find the best compact SUV of 2025, it's essential to compare them. Known for their standard size and versatility, differences exist among them that should be highlighted for an informed choice.

2025 Honda CR-V

2025 Honda CR-V front view on a mountain road

Always among the leading compact SUVs, the 2025 Honda CR-V is a benchmark in the SUV market. Starting at $38,732, it is spacious, comfortable, and technologically advanced. Available in hybrid or gasoline modes, the CR-V 2025 offers power and performance. Its hybrid engine, for example, delivers 204 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque. It has a combined fuel consumption of just 6.4 L/100 km. Its towing capacity is 1,500 lb, while its cargo volume ranges from 1,113 to 2,166 litres.

If you're looking for a compact SUV, the CR-V dominates its category. The technical sheet of the 2025 Honda CR-V is very comprehensive and full of innovative features.

2025 Toyota RAV4

2025 Toyota RAV4 parked on a street in a residential neighborhood

A good spacious and comfortable SUV, the hybrid RAV4, for example, produces 219 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque. Its towing capacity is 1,750 lb, slightly higher than the Honda CR-V, but its cargo volume is smaller (1,977 litres compared to 2,166 litres). The Woodland trim also has a combined consumption of 6.4 L/100 km. Offered at an initial price of $36,506, the RAV4 is also available as a plug-in hybrid.

2025 Hyundai Tucson

2025 Hyundai Tucson side view parked on a street in a residential neighborhood

Priced from $43,487, the Hyundai Tucson is more expensive than the Honda CR-V, and its combined fuel consumption in the PHEV model is higher than many other SUVs in its category (6.7 L/100 km). Its towing capacity is set at 2,000 lb, and its cargo volume extends up to 2,274 litres. Finally, if you want a plug-in hybrid version, be prepared for limited stock and long wait times.

2025 Kia Sportage

2025 Kia Sportage side view parked on a gravel driveway in front of a modern building.

While the front-wheel-drive version is offered at $33,630, be aware that you'll need to spend much more, nearly $47,000 for the gasoline model and over $53,000 for the plug-in hybrid model. Additionally, if its interior is spacious, driving a Sportage may feel uninspired. The base engine is also not very appealing (187 horsepower). In short, the Kia Sportage SUV is available in several trims. Its towing capacity reaches 2,500 lb, and its cargo volume up to 2,098 litres, which is less than the CR-V.

2025 GMC Terrain

2025 GMC Terrain side view parked on a gravel road in front of a wooden slat building.

Among the top compact SUVs, the GMC Terrain offers little power (175 horsepower), and its towing capacity is either 800 or 1,500 lb. It features only one engine option and is not available as a hybrid. In 2025, the Terrain is available starting at $38,225. Honda CR-V and RAV4 offer more for this price.

Other SUVs in the race

Our compact SUV chart cannot be complete, as there are others in the race. Consider the following SUVs:

  • Volkswagen Tiguan
  • Ford Escape
  • Mazda CX-5
  • Mazda CX-50
  • Nissan Rogue
  • And more

Discover our complete range of SUVs

The Honda dealer in Laval has introduced you to its compact CR-V SUV, but the list of SUVs at Honda is long:

  • Honda HR-V - A reliable and spacious subcompact SUV
  • Honda Passport - A versatile and high-performance midsize SUV
  • Honda Pilot - An extremely spacious midsize SUV with an efficient engine
  • Honda Prologue - An electric midsize SUV with a 452 km range

In closing, come discover the entire range of Honda SUVs at Honda de Laval. Take advantage of Honda financing benefits as well as ongoing offers and promotions.

Let's review the characteristics of the best compact SUVs of 2025 in the following table:

Characteristics Honda CR-V Toyota RAV4 Hyundai Tucson Kia Sportage GMC Terrain
Starting Price $38,732 $36,506 $43,487 $33,630 $38,225
Cargo Volume Up to 2,166 L Up to 1,977 L Up to 2,274 L Up to 2,098 L Up to 1,798 L
Combined Consumption 6.4 L/100 km (hybrid) 6.4 L/100 km (hybrid) 6.4 L/100 km (hybrid) / 6.7 L/100 km (PHEV) 6.2 L/100 km (hybrid) / 6.7 L/100 km (PHEV) 8.8 L/100 km (gasoline)
Towing Capacity 1,500 lb 1,750 lb 2,000 lb 2,500 lb 800 to 1,500 lb
2025 Honda CR-V rear view driving on a road in a forest