2026 Honda CR-V MPG
29–40 mpg combined across 6 EPA-rated versions. Best: CR-V FWD (FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 43 city / 36 hwy / 40 combined; lowest: CR-V AWD (1.5L 4-cyl, CVT) at 29.
Every version
| Version | Engine | Trans. | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V FWD (Hybrid) | 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 43 | 36 | 40 | $1,700 |
| CR-V e-FCEV (eFCV) | Electric | A1 | FWD | 36 | 43 | 39 | – |
| CR-V AWD (Hybrid) | 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD | 40 | 34 | 37 | $1,800 |
| CR-V AWD TrailSport (Hybrid) | 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD | 38 | 33 | 35 | $1,900 |
| CR-V FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 28 | 33 | 30 | $2,250 |
| CR-V AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD | 27 | 31 | 29 | $2,300 |
How it compares
- 2026 Midsize Station Wagons: class average 27.8 mpg over 8 versions; best CR-V +12.2 (#1).
- 2025: 40 mpg best (no change).
- 2027: 40 mpg best.
- Fuel cost spread: $1,700–$2,300 a year ($600 difference).
- Available as FWD, AWD.
- 2027 model: 40 mpg best (no change).
Safety
157 owner complaints: Unknown Or Other 36, Electrical System 30, Visibility/Wiper 25, Forward Collision Avoidance 23. Crashes 12, fires 4, injuries 6.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 36 | 23% |
| Electrical System | 30 | 19% |
| Visibility/Wiper | 25 | 16% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 23 | 15% |
| Power Train | 21 | 13% |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 9% |
| Steering | 13 | 8% |
| Engine | 11 | 7% |
Recent owner reports: Unknown Or Other
“The vehicle's infotainment/display and wireless smartphone projection system is malfunctioning. Specifically, wireless Apple CarPlay can suddenly disconnect while I am driving and the system does not reliably recover or re-establish the connection. When this occurs, Apple CarPlay functions including navigation, maps and audio become unavailable, sometimes for the remainder of the drive.”
“I am requesting immediate assistance with an ongoing safety issue involving my 2026 Honda CR-V EX AWD, VIN [XXX], which I purchased in July 2025. Each time it rains, multiple warning lights come on in my vehicle. The warning message shown includes: “Electric power steering system problem. Steering assist reduced.”
“Emission system Check engine light. The dealer said there is water in it & it’s not covered under the warranty. There’s multiple people online claiming the same problem. Multiple forums with people saying Honda won’t cover the problem.”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns are listed for 2026.