2017 Honda CR-V MPG
27–30 mpg combined across 4 EPA-rated versions. Best: CR-V FWD (FWD, 1.5L 4-cyl) at 28 city / 34 hwy / 30 combined; lowest: CR-V AWD (2.4L 4-cyl, CVT) at 27.
Every version
| Version | Engine | Trans. | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 28 | 34 | 30 | $2,250 |
| CR-V AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD | 27 | 33 | 29 | $2,300 |
| CR-V FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,400 |
| CR-V AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,500 |
How it compares
- 2017 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD: class average 24.6 mpg over 85 versions; best CR-V +5.4 (#3).
- 2016: 29 mpg best (+1 for 2017).
- 2018: 30 mpg best.
- Fuel cost spread: $2,250–$2,500 a year ($250 difference).
- Available as FWD, AWD.
- 2027 model: 40 mpg best (+10).
Safety
| Crash test | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CR-V SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ · 16.2% risk |
| Honda CR-V SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ · 16.3% risk |
1,774 owner complaints: Engine 531, Electrical System 401, Fuel/Propulsion System 348, Forward Collision Avoidance 282. Crashes 42, fires 4, injuries 36.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 531 | 30% |
| Electrical System | 401 | 23% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 348 | 20% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 282 | 16% |
| Unknown Or Other | 267 | 15% |
| Service Brakes | 174 | 10% |
| Power Train | 144 | 8% |
| Steering | 65 | 4% |
Recent owner reports: Engine
“On Aug 10, 2026 every dashboard warning light came on and stayed on Took to the shop and they did some repair work. Then on August 18 while driving, I have been getting stuttering and jerking motion like pauses. Then, a whirling noise would start and every single dashboard warning light would come on. I’ve had my turbocharger assembly replaced twice.”
“While sitting with engine running all warning messages start to scroll through including warning dash lights. This occurs periodically may stop randomly a day or two later. No codes display when checked. Noticed multiple incidents of this have been reported with no specific solution. Individuals seem to have spent thousands trying to fix without a specific solution. Less than 95k miles always serviced at dealers.”
“The contact's daughter owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while his daughter was sitting at a red light and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle bucked and sputtered and failed to accelerate as intended, before losing power. The check engine, air bag, power train, and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and restarted.”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
7 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).
| Date | Component | Campaign |
|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | Air Bags › sensor › occupant Classification › front Passenger | 26V332000 |
| Dec 18, 2023 | Fuel System, Gasoline › delivery › fuel Pump | 23V858000 |
| Jul 27, 2023 | Equipment › other › labels | 23V524000 |
| Mar 9, 2023 | Seat Belts › front › buckle Assembly | 23V158000 |
| Sep 27, 2018 | Steering › electric Power Assist System | 18V663000 |
| Jul 13, 2017 | Fuel System, Gasoline › delivery › hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 17V442000 |
| Apr 18, 2017 | Equipment › other › labels | 17V256000 |