2026 Honda CR-V
2026 Honda CR-V — The Honda CR-V is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda since 1995.
Trim: Sport Hybrid
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 Honda CR-V snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Honda CR-V typically asks about $29,900 versus a $31,800 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2026 Honda CR-V in our refresh, though owners have filed 109 complaints — check the component breakdown below. Versus 2025, our catalog shows no material spec or trim changes — the older CR-V is often the better used buy unless you need a 2026-only fix.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$29,900
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$31,800
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
109
Top: Unknown Or Other
- NHTSA overall
NHTSA overall
5/5
Crash-test overall
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 CR-V?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 109 complaints — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
109 complaints · 8 crash-related · 3 fire-related · 2 injuries reported. Top components:
- Unknown Or Other20
- Visibility/Wiper19
- Power Train18
- Electrical System17
- Steering7
- Service Brakes6
- Lane Departure5
- Vehicle Speed Control4
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Usually no — our catalog shows no material spec or trim lineup changes vs the 2025 CR-V. For used shopping, the older year is often the better value unless you need a specific fix or feature from 2026.
How much does a used 2026 CR-V cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $29,900 in typical used asking against a $31,800 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $31,800
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $29,900
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$1,900 below MSRP
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How does the CR-V compare to rivals?
Side-by-side used-buyer numbers — MSRP vs asking, recalls, and running costs — for popular matchups.
- RAV4 vs CR-V — RAV4 or CR-V — which used compact SUV is the better buy?
What should a used buyer know about the 2026 CR-V?
The 2026 Honda CR-V is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 Honda CR-V continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Honda CR-V is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda since 1995. Initial models of the CR-V were built using the same platform as the Civic. NHTSA safety ratings for a representative 2026 configuration (2026 HONDA CR-V SUV N/A AWD) include an overall score of 5/5, front crash 4/5, side crash 5/5, and rollover 4/5. Rated configurations include: 2026 HONDA CR-V SUV N/A AWD; 2026 HONDA CR-V SUV N/A FWD.
- NHTSA overall safety 5/5
- Front crash 4/5
- Side crash 5/5
- Rollover 4/5
- 2 NHTSA-rated configurations
- EPA combined 39 mpg
- About 184.6 × 73.6 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 204 hp, 40 mpg combined, 245 mi. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
204 hp
Combined MPG
40 mpg
EV range
245 mi
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (40 mpg combined (hybrid)). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,050
5-year energy
$5,250
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Based on
- 40 mpg combined (hybrid)
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.0L Hybrid
- Aspiration
- Hybrid
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electrification
- Hybrid
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 184.6 in
- Width
- 73.6 in
- Height
- 66.1 in
- Wheelbase
- 106.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3635.4 lb
- Seating
- 5
- Cargo (seats up)
- 39.3 cu ft
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 36
- Highway MPG
- 43
- Combined MPG
- 40
- Electric range
- 245 mi
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
What are the NHTSA crash ratings?
Overall and category scores when NHTSA published them for a representative config.
- Overall
- 5 / 5
- Front crash
- 4 / 5
- Side crash
- 5 / 5
- Rollover
- 4 / 5
- Rated configuration
- 2026 HONDA CR-V SUV N/A AWD
Safety from NHTSA; dimensions from vPIC where available.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | Sport Hybrid | Sport-L Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 204 hp | 204 hp |
| Combined MPG | 40 | 40 |
| Engine | 2.0L Hybrid | 2.0L Hybrid |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Cargo | 39.3 cu ft | — |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 204 | — | — | 40 | AWD | |
| 204 | — | — | 40 | AWD |