Honda · Updated June 2026
Honda CR-V (2026): price, specs & release date
Honda CR-V (2026), released 2026. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: fueleconomy.gov verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Honda CR-V (2026) is listed at $30920 on fueleconomy.gov as of 2026-06-27, #12 cheapest of 16 cars (median $29740); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 46/100 pay-blind standing, #8 of 16 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Roomy, practical interior with generous rear-seat legroom and cargo space; Pleasant, composed ride and connected road manners.
- Skip if Standard gas model is less peppy and efficient than the hybrid; both testers steer buyers to the hybrid is a dealbreaker.
Is the Honda CR-V (2026) a good buy?
At $30920, the Honda CR-V (2026) is #12 cheapest of the 16 cars we track, where the median is $29720. On the spec sheet, its horsepower of 190 is above the median of the 16, its mpg combined of 30 is at the median of the 15, and its seats of 5 is at the median of the 16. By release date, it is among the newer of the 16 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Outlets on record1 tested · 1 mention-only
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One independent lab measured this product across 1 physical metric — 0-60 mph. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 1 other outlet has it on record by mention only.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Honda CR-V (2026)
Two whitelisted testers (MotorTrend, Car and Driver) rate the 2026 CR-V a well-rounded, practical compact SUV with pleasant road manners and a roomy, tech-upgraded cabin, though styling is staid and the CVT drones. Both prefer the hybrid. MotorTrend measured 0-60 mph at 8.7 seconds on a 2026 CR-V AWD.
Based on 2 reviews · 1 lab-tested · 2026
Tested by MotorTrend, Car and Driver
Consistently praised
- Roomy, practical interior with generous rear-seat legroom and cargo space · 2 sources
- Pleasant, composed ride and connected road manners · 2 sources
- 2026 tech upgrades (9-inch touchscreen, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto) modernize the cabin · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Standard gas model is less peppy and efficient than the hybrid; both testers steer buyers to the hybrid · 2 sources
- All-wheel drive is not standard · 2 sources
- Continuously variable transmission is a letdown and drones under hard acceleration
- Staid, uninspired styling
Where reviewers disagree MotorTrend's own instrumented 2026 CR-V AWD test returned 0-60 mph in 8.7 sec. Car and Driver did not re-test the 2026 non-hybrid and carries forward its 2023 EX-L AWD run of 8.1 sec (163-ft 70-0 braking, 0.82 g skidpad) for the mechanically unchanged powertrain, leaving a roughly 0.6-second acceleration spread between the two testers.
The sources (2)
0-60 mph (MotorTrend-tested, CR-V AWD): 8.7 sec
Combining practicality, value, safety, and efficiency with good driving manners, the CR-V earns appeal with all sorts of drivers.
The CR-V excels in practicality.
Staid design
Agreeable ride, great rear-seat legroom, tech updates make its cabin more contemporary.
continuously variable transmission is a letdown
As a well-built and well-rounded compact crossover, the Honda CR-V is a household name for good reason.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $30920 US MSRP base 1.5L turbo FWD per fueleconomy.gov; full range $30,920–$38,725 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Released | 2026 |
| Body style | compact SUV |
| Mpg combined | 30 |
| Horsepower | 190 |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Seats | 5 |
| Cargo cuft | — |
| Powertrain | 1.5L inline-4 turbocharged, automatic CVT |
Source: fueleconomy.gov (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by consumerreports.org. EPA vehicle ID 49352 (2026 Honda CR-V FWD 1.5L turbo): 30 MPG combined (28 city/33 hwy), MSRP $30,920–$38,725, 1.5L 4-cyl turbo CVT. ConsumerReports confirms 190 hp (1.5L turbo), 5 seats (2+3), starting $30,920. Hybrid CR-V FWD (ID 49353) reaches 40 MPG. Cargo not accessible from unblocked sources; null entered.
Is the Honda CR-V (2026) worth it vs cheaper cars?
Honda CR-V (2026) against its closest cheaper and pricier cars on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 16 ranked
| Product | Price | Body style | Mpg combined | Horsepower | Drivetrain | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CR-V (2026) this | $30920 | compact SUV | 30 | 190 | FWD | 5 |
| Ford Escape (2026) | $30350 | compact SUV | 30 | 181 | FWD | 5 |
| Toyota RAV4 (2026) | $31900 | compact SUV | 43 | 226 | FWD | 5 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Honda CR-V (2026)?
Two whitelisted testers (MotorTrend, Car and Driver) rate the 2026 CR-V a well-rounded, practical compact SUV with pleasant road manners and a roomy, tech-upgraded cabin, though styling is staid and the CVT drones. Both prefer the hybrid. MotorTrend measured 0-60 mph at 8.7 seconds on a 2026 CR-V AWD. Praised: Roomy, practical interior with generous rear-seat legroom and cargo space; Pleasant, composed ride and connected road manners; 2026 tech upgrades (9-inch touchscreen, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto) modernize the cabin. Flagged: Standard gas model is less peppy and efficient than the hybrid; both testers steer buyers to the hybrid; All-wheel drive is not standard; Continuously variable transmission is a letdown and drones under hard acceleration; Staid, uninspired styling. (From 2 tester reviews, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Honda CR-V (2026) cost?
The Honda CR-V (2026) has a US price of $30920 (US MSRP base 1.5L turbo FWD per fueleconomy.gov; full range $30,920–$38,725), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Honda CR-V (2026) compare on price?
At $30920, the Honda CR-V (2026) is #12 cheapest of the 16 cars we track, where the median is $29720.
When was the Honda CR-V (2026) released?
The Honda CR-V (2026) was released 2026.
What are the Honda CR-V (2026)'s key specs?
Honda CR-V (2026) (Honda): body style compact SUV, mpg combined 30, horsepower 190, drivetrain FWD, seats 5. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $30920 at fueleconomy.gov, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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