Priced from $30,920* to a top-end $42,250*, the 2026 Honda CR-V is available in seven different trims. Each one has seating for five. For power you have a choice of two powertrains. When you’re ready for a closer look, visit Freeway Honda in Santa Ana. A 190 hp 1.5L turbo four is what you will find in the LX, EX and EX-L, while the four hybrid trims are equipped with a 2.0L hybrid that delivers 204 hp. The best combined rating, 40 mpg, comes from the Sport Hybrid and Sport-L Hybrid with front-wheel drive. There is also the TrailSport Hybrid as a new offering for the year.
On the equipment side, a larger touchscreen is standard, as is wireless charging and compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You will find further particulars below, including EPA ratings for each configuration, plus dimensions, towing capacity and the standard safety suite.
2026 Honda CR-V Quick Facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Powertrain options | 1.5L turbocharged 4-cylinder, 2.0L hybrid |
| Horsepower | 190 hp (1.5L turbo), 204 hp (2.0L hybrid) |
| Torque | 179 lb-ft (1.5L turbo), 247 lb-ft (2.0L hybrid) |
| EPA MPG | 29 to 30 combined (1.5L turbo), 35 to 40 combined (2.0L hybrid) |
| Seating | 5 |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lb (LX, EX, EX-L), 1,000 lb (hybrid trims) |
| Drivetrain options | FWD or AWD on LX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid; AWD on TrailSport Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid |
| Standard driver-assist suite | Honda Sensing (the manufacturer does not publish a version designation) |
| Starting MSRP | $30,920* |
*MSRP excludes the manufacturer’s destination and handling charge, which varies by model. It also excludes the $85 dealer doc fee, taxes, title, license and other applicable fees. Contact dealer for total price.
EPA figures above come from the EPA Fuel-Economy Ratings for the 2026 CR-V.
What is the Honda CR-V?
Positioned in the Honda stable between the diminutive HR-V and the three-row Pilot, the CR-V is a compact crossover SUV for five. As a two-row unibody model, it is more in line with the Toyota RAV4 or Mazda CX-5 than the body-on-frame sort of off-roader. The present-day CR-V comes in two flavors: a hybrid and a turbocharged gas variant designed to be the most affordable way in. The hybrid accounts for the bulk of the lineup by trim, four out of seven in fact. In terms of cargo room behind the back seats, you get 39.3 cubic feet with the gas trims, while the hybrids have 36.3 (34.7 on the Sport Touring Hybrid). It has earned its share of accolades too. Kelley Blue Book named it a Best Resale Value in the compact segment and Car and Driver put it on their 10Best list for 2026 in the Truck/SUV class.
2026 Honda CR-V Trims and Starting MSRP
| Trim | Powertrain | Drivetrain | Starting MSRP | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 1.5L turbo gas | FWD (AWD avail.) | $30,920* | Lowest entry price in the lineup |
| EX | 1.5L turbo gas | FWD (AWD avail.) | $33,150* | Gas trim with added equipment |
| EX-L | 1.5L turbo gas | FWD (AWD avail.) | $35,400* | Top gas trim |
| Sport Hybrid | 2.0L hybrid | FWD (AWD avail.) | $35,630* | Best combined MPG at the lowest hybrid price |
| Sport-L Hybrid | 2.0L hybrid | FWD (AWD avail.) | $38,725* | 40 mpg combined with added equipment |
| TrailSport Hybrid | 2.0L hybrid | AWD | $38,800* | New for 2026, rugged-look hybrid AWD |
| Sport Touring Hybrid | 2.0L hybrid | AWD | $42,250* | Top of the lineup |
*MSRP excludes the manufacturer’s destination and handling charge, which varies by model. It also excludes the $85 dealer doc fee, taxes, title, license and other applicable fees. Contact dealer for total price.
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2026 Honda CR-V Powertrains
Both powertrain families and every figure below are published in the Official Honda Specifications.
1.5L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder: 190 hp, up to 30 MPG Combined
The 1.5-liter turbo four-cylinder in the gas CR-V is responsible for 190 hp and 179 lb-ft of torque. That powertrain is what you get with the LX, EX and EX-L, and you can have it in front-wheel or all-wheel drive. With front-wheel drive, the EPA rates them at a combined 30 mpg (28 city/33 highway). With all-wheel drive the rating is 29 combined (27 city/31 highway). As for towing a small utility trailer, these are the trims to consider, and the 1,500-lb figure is the highest in the range.
2.0L Hybrid: 204 hp, up to 40 MPG Combined
With its 2.0-liter engine mated to an electric drive, the hybrid puts out 204 hp and 247 lb-ft of torque. That is 68 lb-ft more than the gas engine produces.
EPA figures depend on trim and drivetrain: 43/36/40 city/highway/combined for the Sport Hybrid and Sport-L Hybrid with front-wheel drive, and 40/34/37 with all-wheel drive. The Sport Touring Hybrid is rated at 40/34/37 and the TrailSport at 38/33/35. In terms of drivetrains, front- or all-wheel drive is available with the Sport Hybrid and the Sport-L, while the TrailSport and Sport Touring are all-wheel. Towing is up to 1,000 lb.
EPA MPG by Configuration
| Configuration | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX, EX, EX-L (FWD) | 28 | 33 | 30 |
| LX, EX, EX-L (AWD) | 27 | 31 | 29 |
| Sport Hybrid (FWD) | 43 | 36 | 40 |
| Sport Hybrid (AWD) | 40 | 34 | 37 |
| Sport-L Hybrid (FWD) | 43 | 36 | 40 |
| Sport-L Hybrid (AWD) | 40 | 34 | 37 |
| Sport Touring Hybrid (AWD) | 40 | 34 | 37 |
| TrailSport Hybrid (AWD) | 38 | 33 | 35 |
2026 Honda CR-V Dimensions and Capacities
| Measurement | Figure |
|---|---|
| Length | 184.8 in |
| Width | 73.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
| Cargo volume behind rear seats (1.5L turbo trims) | 39.3 cu ft |
| Cargo volume behind rear seats (Sport, Sport-L, TrailSport Hybrid) | 36.3 cu ft |
| Cargo volume behind rear seats (Sport Touring Hybrid) | 34.7 cu ft |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Max towing (LX, EX, EX-L) | 1,500 lb |
| Max towing (hybrid trims) | 1,000 lb |
Every 2026 Honda CR-V includes Honda Sensing, the standard driver-assist safety suite across the lineup.
Quick Take: How the 2026 CR-V Stacks up Against Rivals
- On fuel economy the 2026 Toyota RAV4 is rated 38 to 43 mpg combined across its hybrid range, so its best figure is ahead of the CR-V’s. The 2026 Mazda CX-5 is gas only at 26 mpg combined. The CR-V hybrid sits between them, at 40 mpg combined on the front-drive Sport and Sport-L Hybrid and 37 with all-wheel drive.
- Price is another area where the CR-V holds its own. You will find an LX for $30,920* as a starting point, while the 2026 Toyota RAV4 LE starts at $31,900*.
- Then again there are trade-offs. The RAV4 has the towing advantage: a maximum of 3,500 lb is available on five trims out of nine (the SE AWD, Woodland, XLE Premium AWD, XSE and Limited), 2,000 lb more than the CR-V’s best. Even the non-hybrid CR-Vs are limited to 1,500 lb (hybrids to 1,000) and only the LX, EX and EX-L will get you there. Weigh that difference if you tow. If efficiency and running costs lead your list, the CR-V’s 40 mpg hybrid rating is the stronger card.
Driving the CR-V in Santa Ana
Located at 1505 Auto Mall Dr in Santa Ana (CA 92705), we sit just off the 55 and are not far from Orange, Garden Grove, Anaheim, Irvine, Fullerton or Costa Mesa. In these parts of Santa Ana a CR-V sees its share of stop-and-go miles. That means the surface-street grind, school drop-offs and a freeway commute that does not always flow.
The Sport and Sport-L Hybrid have the better figure at 43 mpg in the city with front-wheel drive, or 40 with all-wheel drive, and that is what counts when you are in traffic. On the weekend the priorities change. There may be five in the car and bags in the trunk for Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure. The gas version has 39.3 cubic feet behind the rear seats to accommodate it, and the hybrids give you at least 34.7 if you have some sandy equipment to stow after a day at the Huntington Beach Pier or a hike up at Crystal Cove State Park. You can make an easy half-day of it to Mission San Juan Capistrano from any point in the county. But if you have a small trailer to tow, the 1,500-lb rating of the gas trims is what you would want.
Why Buy Your CR-V from Us
- We would advise a review of our hours and directions prior to your visit.
- If you are in the market for a particular powertrain, be it gas or hybrid, tell us and we will have something from our stock ready for a test drive.
- You might also want to fill out the finance application at home as a way of making the most of your time once you are in.
- If the new CR-V is not to your liking, you can always review the pre-owned inventory.
- After the sale has been concluded, online is where you will find service scheduling.
- Our parts department is here to assist with any Honda parts or accessories required for your CR-V.
Schedule Your CR-V Test Drive
Put the gas EX and the Sport Hybrid next to one another and the numbers decide it: 30 mpg combined against 40, and 190 hp against 204. We can set up a test drive in both, so get in touch. For those with an eye on our new CR-V inventory, take a look at what is available. And if your own CR-V is due for some attention, make an appointment for service.
There is also the option to value a trade, see what we have in certified pre-owned or check on our service specials. The finance, parts, service and contact links above cover the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 2026 Honda CR-V cost in Santa Ana?
The LX has an MSRP of $30,920*. At the other end of the spectrum is the Sport Touring Hybrid with a price of $42,250*. For those in the middle there is the EX ($33,150*), EX-L ($35,400*) and the two Sport Hybrids, one at $35,630* and the Sport-L at $38,725*, as well as the latest TrailSport Hybrid for $38,800*.
What is the MPG of the 2026 Honda CR-V?
With front-wheel drive, the 1.5L turbo trims rate 28 mpg city, 33 highway and 30 combined. With all-wheel drive they rate 27, 31 and 29. The Sport Hybrid and Sport-L Hybrid rate 43 city, 36 highway and 40 combined with FWD, and 40, 34 and 37 with AWD. The AWD-only Sport Touring Hybrid rates 40, 34 and 37. The TrailSport Hybrid rates 38, 33 and 35.
How much can a 2026 CR-V tow?
Maximum tow rating is 1,500 lb. That applies to the LX, EX and EX-L with the 1.5L turbocharged engine. Every hybrid trim, meaning the Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, TrailSport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid, is rated at 1,000 lb instead.
How many horsepower does the 2026 CR-V have?
The 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder makes 190 horsepower and 179 lb-ft of torque. The 2.0-liter hybrid makes 204 horsepower and 247 lb-ft. Moving to a hybrid trim gets you 14 more horsepower and 68 more lb-ft of torque.
What’s new on the 2026 Honda CR-V?
Two changes stand out for 2026. A TrailSport Hybrid trim joins the lineup at $38,800* with all-wheel drive and a 35 mpg combined rating. More technology is now standard, including a larger touchscreen, wireless charging, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Is the 2026 CR-V the same as the 2025?
Not quite. The 2026 lineup adds the new TrailSport Hybrid trim. It also makes a larger touchscreen, wireless charging, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard. The two powertrains are a 190-hp turbocharged gas engine and a 204-hp hybrid.
How many trims does the 2026 CR-V come in?
Seven trims make up the lineup: LX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, TrailSport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid. Three use the 1.5L turbocharged gas engine. Four are hybrids, so most of the 2026 lineup by trim count is electrified.
How many people does the 2026 CR-V seat?
Seating is five across every trim, in a two-row layout with no third-row option. That holds whether you choose the LX at $30,920* or the Sport Touring Hybrid at $42,250*. It holds for both the 1.5L turbocharged gas engine and the 2.0L hybrid.
How much cargo space does the 2026 CR-V have?
Cargo volume behind the rear seats measures 39.3 cubic feet on the LX, EX and EX-L. The Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid and TrailSport Hybrid measure 36.3 cubic feet, and the Sport Touring Hybrid measures 34.7. All figures are for the area behind the second row with the seats upright.
Which 2026 CR-V trims come with all-wheel drive?
All-wheel drive is standard on the TrailSport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid. The LX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid and Sport-L Hybrid come with front-wheel drive and offer all-wheel drive as an option. Every trim in the lineup is available with AWD.
What safety features are standard on the 2026 CR-V?
Honda Sensing is the standard driver-assist suite on every 2026 CR-V trim, from the LX up through the Sport Touring Hybrid.
Which 2026 CR-V gets the best fuel economy?
Best combined rating is 40 mpg, shared by the front-wheel-drive Sport Hybrid and Sport-L Hybrid at 43 city and 36 highway. The Sport Hybrid starts at $35,630* and the Sport-L Hybrid at $38,725*, so the Sport Hybrid is the cheaper route to that 40 mpg figure.
Which 2026 CR-V trim is the cheapest hybrid?
The least expensive hybrid is the Sport Hybrid at $35,630* Starting MSRP. That’s $230 above the EX-L, the top gas trim at $35,400*. It brings 204 horsepower, 247 lb-ft of torque and, with front-wheel drive, a 40 mpg combined rating in place of the gas engine’s 30.
What is the TrailSport Hybrid?
New for 2026, the TrailSport Hybrid starts at $38,800* with standard all-wheel drive and the 204-horsepower 2.0L hybrid powertrain. EPA rates it at 38 mpg city, 33 highway and 35 combined. It carries the same 1,000-lb tow rating as the rest of the hybrid trims.
How does the 2026 CR-V compare to the 2026 Toyota RAV4 on price?
Entry pricing favors the CR-V by $980. The LX starts at $30,920* against the RAV4 LE at $31,900*. At the top the RAV4 runs higher, to $43,300* for the Limited. The CR-V lineup tops out at $42,250* for the Sport Touring Hybrid.
Does the 2026 CR-V offer a plug-in hybrid?
The 2026 CR-V’s electrified option is the conventional two-motor hybrid. The lineup covers two powertrain families: a 190-horsepower 1.5L turbocharged gas engine and a 204-horsepower 2.0L hybrid. Four of the seven trims use the hybrid. It recharges itself as you drive rather than from an outlet.
Sources: EPA Fuel-Economy Ratings · Official Honda Specifications