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2013 Honda CR-V MPG

25–26 mpg combined across 2 EPA-rated versions. Best: CR-V 2WD (FWD, 2.4L 4-cyl) at 23 city / 30 hwy / 26 combined; lowest: CR-V 4WD (2.4L 4-cyl, A5) at 25.

Every version

Abbreviations and method

How it compares

• 2013 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD: class average 23 mpg over 77 versions; best CR-V +3.0 (#6).
• 2012: 26 mpg best (no change).
• 2014: 26 mpg best.
• Fuel cost spread: $2,600–$2,700 a year ($100 difference).
• Available as FWD, AWD.
• 2027 model: 40 mpg best (+14).

Safety

382 owner complaints: Engine 97, Power Train 95, Unknown Or Other 48, Electrical System 38. Crashes 22, fires 0, injuries 13.

Recent owner reports: Engine

“While our 2013 Honda CR‑V was still drivable, we began experiencing a brief but loud rattle or grinding noise at cold start, especially after the vehicle had been sitting. Several years ago the dealer replaced the Variable Timing Control (VTC) actuator because of this cold‑start rattle.”

“My 2013 Honda CRV completely broke down in late August 2025, as I was backing out of my driveway. Our lives were at risk. This could have happened in traffic, causing a terrible collision. My local Honda dealership found the chain guides broken and the timing off, and recommended replacement of several parts (timing chain, guides, tensioner, exhaust cam, rockers, and ... VTC actuator).”

“Service Bulletin 16-012 was issued for 2013 CRV for the VTC actuator. This is obviously an issue that Honda is aware of but is refusing to fix. I’ve had to replace this part twice at the same interval of time. The first replacement was covered under my warranty however now that I am out of warranty this repair costs almost 3,000$. I contacted American Honda who refuses to provide good will even though they are aware”

Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.

Recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).

Nearby years

• 2010 · 24 mpg
• 2011 · 24 mpg
• 2012 · 26 mpg
• 2014 · 26 mpg
• 2015 · 29 mpg
• 2016 · 29 mpg

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