Honda CR-V vs Aston Martin DBX
What's the difference?

Honda CR-V

$41,900 - $64,400

2026 price

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Aston Martin DBX

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2022 price

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Summary

2026 Honda CR-V

2022 Aston Martin DBX

By Emily Agar

By Laura Berry

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Inline 4, 2.0L

Twin Turbo V8, 4.0L

Fuel Type

Unleaded Petrol/Electric

Premium Unleaded Petrol

Fuel Efficiency

5.7L/100km (combined)

12.4L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Styling reflects premium grade level
Comfortable all-rounder on-road
Can easily hold passenger and cargo

Stunning exterior syling
V8 engine is magnificent
Practical and spacious

Dislikes

Could do with more gear for the price
Technology needs refinement and upgrade
Can sound whiny under load

Busy, cluttered interior
Not as good to drive as the Lambo Urus
Shifting buttons almost out of reach

2026 Honda CR-V Summary

Honda has refreshed the CR-V, with more than half the line-up now featuring a hybrid powertrain. It’s a clear move to stay competitive against rivals like the Toyota RAV4, Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage.

After a week behind the wheel, the question is simple - does this hybrid deliver on the family-friendly practicality the CR-V is known for, while also meeting its efficiency claims?

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2022 Aston Martin DBX Summary

The world was ready for an Aston Martin SUV. Yes, by the time the Aston Martin DBX debuted Bentley had given birth to the Bentayga, Lamborghini had sired the Urus and even Rolls Royce had realised its Cullinan.

Still, the arrival of another ‘super SUV’ is always a bit exciting. Would it be a true Aston Martin, how would it compare to its rivals and is it even a good SUV?

Well, that's what I wanted to know about Aston Martin's DBX anyway, and I found out, along with everything else you should know: from its performance to practicality in this review.

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Deep dive comparison

2026 Honda CR-V 2022 Aston Martin DBX

Verdict

The Honda CR-V RS hybrid has plenty going for it. It’s a well-rounded package with good levels of comfort and practicality, and a driving experience that’s easy to live with day to day.

There are a few areas that hold it back from leading the segment. The multimedia system feels behind the curve for a flagship grade, and the engine can become vocal under load. Some rivals also edge ahead when it comes to outright equipment.

Even so, the CR-V still delivers where it counts. It’s efficient, spacious and comfortable.

Verdict

As with all Aston Martins the DBX is a seriously beautiful car with that high-end exotic but restrained exterior styling for which the brand is known. As with all Astons, too, the busy interior design may put some minimalism fans off and those high-placed shifting buttons pose a functionality problem.

As an SUV the DBX is spacious and practical. You could use this daily as a family car. I did and found it easy to adapt to.

The driving experience left me disappointed. I didn’t feel the same close connection with the DBX while driving that I have had with other super SUVs, such as the Lamborghini Urus and more affordable models offered by Porsche and Mercedes-AMG.

But then, you see those other cars everywhere, unlike the DBX which is a rare and beautiful creature, despite the flaws.

Honda CR-V vs Aston Martin DBX What's the difference?

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Honda CR-V vs Aston Martin DBX
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