The 2026 Honda CR-V gets 29 to 40 miles per gallon combined, depending on the version. The best is the 2026 CR-V FWD (Hybrid) at 40 mpg; the best regular gas version is the 2026 CR-V FWD (Gas) (4-cyl 1.5 L) at 30 mpg. The hydrogen fuel-cell version is rated 39 MPGe.
In the Midsize Station Wagons class for 2026, the CR-V ranks 1st of 7 for combined mileage (40 mpg), 1st of 6 for yearly fuel cost ($1,550 for its cheapest version, cheapest first) and 2nd of 7 for tailpipe CO2 (223 grams per mile for its lowest version, lowest first). The middle model of the class gets 24 mpg, costs $3,150 a year and puts out 358 grams per mile.
Among the electric and fuel-cell models in the Midsize Station Wagons class for 2026, its fuel-cell version ranks 2nd of 2 for combined mileage (39 MPGe). The middle model of the class gets 66 MPGe.
Across all 235 2026 models in the file that burn fuel, the middle best-version figure is 24 mpg and the highest is 57 mpg (Toyota Prius). Of the 234 other models, 15 get more miles per gallon than the 2026 CR-V's best version, 2 other models get the same and 217 get less. The 2026 CR-V's cheapest version costs $1,550 a year to fuel by the agency's figure; of the 225 other models with a cost figure, 14 cost less, none the same and 211 more.
Open the best-mileage list of this class for 2026. Cost and CO2 in the table are each model's lowest figure over its versions; plug-in hybrid and fuel-cell versions have no fuel cost and are left out of the cost column.
| Place | Model | Best version | mpg | Fuel a year, cheapest version | CO2 g/mi, lowest version |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026 Honda CR-VThis car | 2026 CR-V FWD (Hybrid) | 40 | $1,550 | 223 |
| 2 | 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 2026 E450 4matic All-Terrain (wagon) | 25 | $3,100 | 127 |
| 2 | 2026 Volvo V90 | 2026 V90CC B6 AWD | 25 | $3,100 | 358 |
| 4 | 2026 Audi A6 | 2026 A6 Allroad quattro | 24 | $3,200 | 365 |
Pick a 2026 version, then set your miles and fuel price. Fuel price as of 2026-11-14, U.S. Department of Energy / EPA. The price box starts at the dated price of the fuel the picked version burns (regular, midgrade or premium gasoline, diesel, E85 or electricity) and sets the price of that fuel. Miles are limited to 1,000 to 60,000 a year and the price to $0.01 to $20.00; a value outside that is worked out at the nearest limit.
2026 CR-V FWD (Gas), 4-cyl 1.5 L: 28 mpg city, 33 highway, 30 combined. The agency's own estimate for the 2026 CR-V version is $2,100 a year (15,000 miles, the agency's fuel prices).
The 3 nearest rivals in the Midsize Station Wagons class for 2026, picked by closest combined mileage; only versions with a fuel-cost figure are listed. Same miles as on the left. The price box on the left is the price of the fuel of the version you picked: a rival that burns the same fuel uses that price, a rival that burns another fuel keeps the dated price of its own fuel. The 5-year line is 5 times the yearly gap.
The CR-V costs $684 less to fuel each year.
Over 5 years the CR-V costs $3,420 less to fuel than the E-Class (5 times the yearly difference, at these miles and these prices).
Dollar gaps use each car's best-mileage version.
| Rival in 2026 | Best version | Combined | Fuel a year, agency (15,000 miles) | Against the CR-V (mileage) | Agency yearly fuel cost against the CR-V | Side by side |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 2026 E450 4matic All-Terrain (wagon) | 25 mpg | $3,100 | 15 lower | $1,550 more a year | - |
| 2026 Volvo V90 | 2026 V90CC B6 AWD | 25 mpg | $3,100 | 15 lower | $1,550 more a year | - |
| 2026 Audi A6 | 2026 A6 Allroad quattro | 24 mpg | $3,200 | 16 lower | $1,650 more a year | - |
EPA test figures for 2026; the last column is the yearly fuel cost against the cheapest version. The EPA file gives no fuel-cost estimate for hydrogen cars.
| Version | Engine | Gearbox | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Fuel a year | CO2 g/mi | Fuel vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 CR-V FWD (Hybrid) | 4-cyl 2.0 L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-wheel | 43 | 36 | 40 | $1,550 | 223 | cheapest |
| 2026 CR-V e-FCEVFuel cell | Fuel cell | Automatic (A1) | Front-wheel | 36 | 43 | 39 MPGe | not given | - | - |
| 2026 CR-V AWD (Hybrid) | 4-cyl 2.0 L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-wheel | 40 | 34 | 37 | $1,700 | 237 | +$150 |
| 2026 CR-V AWD TrailSportHybrid | 4-cyl 2.0 L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-wheel | 38 | 33 | 35 | $1,800 | 252 | +$250 |
| 2026 CR-V FWD (Gas) | 4-cyl 1.5 L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-wheel | 28 | 33 | 30 | $2,100 | 296 | +$550 |
| 2026 CR-V AWD (Gas) | 4-cyl 1.5 L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-wheel | 27 | 31 | 29 | $2,150 | 310 | +$600 |
The cheapest-to-run hybrid, the 2026 CR-V FWD (Hybrid) (40 mpg, $1,550 a year), costs $550 a year less in fuel than the cheapest-to-run gas version, the 2026 CR-V FWD (Gas) (30 mpg, $2,100 a year).
Enter the price difference you were quoted for the 2026 CR-V; this page has no prices. Miles come from the calculator. The fuel price box there sets the price of the fuel of the version picked there; a version here that burns another fuel keeps the dated price of its own fuel. Versions with no fuel-cost figure are not listed.
Type the price difference you were quoted to see the payback.
Tailpipe CO2: the 2026 CR-V FWD (Hybrid) puts out 223 grams per mile; across the 6 tested versions the figure runs from 0 to 310.
EPA scores (1 to 10, 10 best) for the 2026 CR-V FWD (Hybrid): fuel economy score 7 (6 to 9 across versions), greenhouse gas score 7 (6 to 10 across versions).
Best combined figure of the CR-V gas version, hybrid and fuel-cell version each model year since 2016, set against the 2026 model.
| Model year | Best gas version | Best hybrid | Best fuel-cell (MPGe) | Versions tested | Against 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 29 mpg | none | none | 2 | 11 mpg lower than 2026 | |
| 2017 | 30 mpg | none | none | 4 | 10 mpg lower than 2026 | |
| 2018 | 30 mpg | none | none | 4 | 10 mpg lower than 2026 | |
| 2019 | 30 mpg | none | none | 4 | 10 mpg lower than 2026 | |
| 2020 | 30 mpg | 38 mpg | none | 3 | 2 mpg lower than 2026 | |
| 2021 | 30 mpg | 38 mpg | none | 3 | 2 mpg lower than 2026 | |
| 2022 | 30 mpg | 38 mpg | none | 3 | 2 mpg lower than 2026 | |
| 2023 | 30 mpg | 40 mpg | none | 4 | same as 2026 | |
| 2024 | 30 mpg | 40 mpg | none | 4 | same as 2026 | |
| 2025 | 30 mpg | 40 mpg | 39 MPGe | 5 | same as 2026 | |
| 2026This page | 30 mpg | 40 mpg | 39 MPGe | 6 | this page |
Compared with the 2025 model: 5 versions were tested then and 6 now; the best figure went from 40 to 40 mpg (no change).
| Version in 2026 | 2026 | 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 CR-V FWD (Hybrid), 4-cyl 2.0 L | 40 mpg | 40 mpg | no change |
| 2026 CR-V e-FCEV, Fuel cell | 39 MPGe | 39 MPGe | no change |
| 2026 CR-V AWD (Hybrid), 4-cyl 2.0 L | 37 mpg | 37 mpg | no change |
| 2026 CR-V AWD TrailSport, 4-cyl 2.0 L | 35 mpg | 37 mpg (listed in 2025 as CR-V AWD (Hybrid)) | -2 mpg |
| 2026 CR-V FWD (Gas), 4-cyl 1.5 L | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | no change |
| 2026 CR-V AWD (Gas), 4-cyl 1.5 L | 29 mpg | 28 mpg | +1 mpg |
Crash-test stars from the U.S. safety agency's 5-Star Safety Ratings, checked 2026-11-14. 5 is the best.
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 HONDA CR-V SUV N/A AWD | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| 2026 HONDA CR-V FCEV SUV FCV FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
The agency lists 5 variants; the first 2 are shown.
The agency's record for the first rated vehicle also lists 187 complaints, 0 recalls, 0 investigations.
Includes agency records filed under: CR-V, CR-V FCEV, CR-V HYBRID.
192 complaints for the 2026 Honda CR-V are on file (checked 2026-11-14). Complaints are reports that owners sent to the safety agency. They are not proven defects, and the counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold.
| Part named in the reports | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 47 | |
| Electrical System | 39 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 31 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 29 | |
| Power Train | 21 |
15 of the 192 reports say the car was in a crash, 4 mention a fire and 5 mention an injury. One report can name more than one part.
Includes agency records filed under: CR-V, CR-V FCEV, CR-V HYBRID.
2 recalls are on file for the 2026 Honda CR-V at the U.S. safety agency (checked 2026-11-14). A dealer does recall repairs free of charge.
Includes agency records filed under: CR-V, CR-V FCEV, CR-V HYBRID.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 26V366.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the tire repair kit nozzle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2026 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2025-2026 CR-V Fuel Cell EV vehicles. When using the tire repair kit, pressure may build within the sealant bottle, causing the bottle cap to detach.
Fix: Dealers will replace the tire repair kit nozzle or sealant bottle, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 27, 2026.
More Honda models that have a 2026 page here, with the class of each and its best combined figure.
The 2026 CR-V FWD (Hybrid) with 40 mpg combined (43 city, 36 highway). Among the regular gas versions it is the 2026 CR-V FWD (Gas) at 30 mpg.
The 2026 Honda CR-V costs between $1,550 and $2,150 to fuel by the agency's estimate, which assumes 15,000 miles a year. The cheapest is the 2026 CR-V FWD (Hybrid) at $1,550; the dearest is the 2026 CR-V AWD (Gas) at $2,150. The EPA file gives no fuel-cost estimate for hydrogen cars, so no yearly cost is shown for the hydrogen version. Use the calculator above for your own miles and fuel price.
2026 CR-V AWD (Hybrid): 37 mpg combined (40 city, 34 highway); 2026 CR-V AWD TrailSport: 35 mpg combined (38 city, 33 highway); 2026 CR-V AWD (Gas): 29 mpg combined (27 city, 31 highway).
In the agency's tests the best hybrid, the 2026 CR-V FWD (Hybrid), gets 40 mpg combined and the best non-hybrid, the 2026 CR-V FWD (Gas), gets 30 mpg: 10 mpg more for the hybrid.
The 2026 Honda CR-V is 1st of 7 for combined mileage. The top of the class is the 2026 Honda CR-V at 40 mpg, and the middle figure for the class is 24 mpg. In the list, the next one behind is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class at 25 mpg.
The 2025 model had 5 tested versions and the 2026 model has 6. The best figure went from 40 to 40 mpg (no change).
In the agency's 5-Star Safety Ratings (checked 2026-11-14; 5 is the best), the stars are 2026 HONDA CR-V SUV N/A AWD: overall 5 of 5, front 4, side 5, rollover 4; 2026 HONDA CR-V FCEV SUV FCV FWD: not rated. The agency lists 5 variants; the first 2 are shown.
192 complaints for the 2026 Honda CR-V are on file at the safety agency (checked 2026-11-14); the part named most often is Unknown Or Other (47 reports). Complaints are reports owners sent in, not proven defects.
The agency's database lists 2 recalls for the 2026 Honda CR-V (checked 2026-11-14). They are listed above with the repair the maker offers.
For the 2026 Honda CR-V: EPA file 2026-11-04; fuel price 2026-11-14; crash tests 2026-11-14; complaints 2026-11-14; recalls 2026-11-14. Not covered: purchase price, towing, reliability, repair and insurance costs.
Mileage and fuel cost for the 2026 Honda CR-V: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, fueleconomy.gov vehicle file (file dated 2026-11-04). Recalls for the 2026 Honda CR-V: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (checked 2026-11-14). Crash-test ratings for the 2026 Honda CR-V: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (checked 2026-11-14). Complaints for the 2026 Honda CR-V: NHTSA (checked 2026-11-14). Fuel prices: U.S. Department of Energy / EPA (2026-11-14). Your own mileage depends on how and where you drive. Where our numbers come from.