Honda CR-V MPG, gas tank, tires, and towing

The 2026 Honda CR-V gets 30 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 29 mpg with all-wheel drive, and the CR-V Hybrid gets 35 to 40 mpg, according to the EPA. A 2023 CR-V with the 1.5-liter turbo has a 14-gallon tank, so a front-drive model can go roughly 420 miles on a full tank. Older CR-Vs with the 2.4-liter engine are rated lower: 23 to 29 mpg combined for 2010–2016.

Published November 13, 2026 · Sources · Share

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CR-V generations at a glance

  • 2008–2011 (3rd generation): 2.4-liter four-cylinder with a 5-speed automatic, front-wheel drive or Real Time 4WD, 15.3-gallon tank.
  • 2012–2016 (4th generation): the same size engine and tank. For 2015 Honda switched to a direct-injected 2.4 and a CVT, which raised the EPA rating by about 3 mpg.
  • 2017–2022 (5th generation): a 1.5-liter turbo with a CVT on most trims, a 2.4-liter on the 2017–2019 LX, and a 14-gallon tank. The CR-V Hybrid arrived for 2020.
  • 2023 and later (6th generation): the 1.5-liter turbo on LX and EX, the two-motor hybrid on the rest. The 2026 lineup includes a TrailSport hybrid, rated 35 mpg.

CR-V gas mileage by year

Open a model year to see each EPA version. All-wheel drive usually costs 1 to 3 mpg. The hybrid gains most in town, where it runs on its electric motor more of the time.

202629–40 mpg combined · 5 versions
2026 Honda CR-V: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
CR-V AWD2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD, hybrid374034
CR-V AWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD292731
CR-V AWD TrailSport2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD, hybrid353833
CR-V FWD2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD, hybrid404336
CR-V FWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD302833
202528–40 mpg combined · 4 versions
2025 Honda CR-V: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
CR-V AWD2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD, hybrid374034
CR-V AWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD282631
CR-V FWD2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD, hybrid404336
CR-V FWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD302834
202429–40 mpg combined · 4 versions
2024 Honda CR-V: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
CR-V AWD2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD, hybrid374034
CR-V AWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD292732
CR-V FWD2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD, hybrid404336
CR-V FWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD302834
202329–40 mpg combined · 4 versions
2023 Honda CR-V: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
CR-V AWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD292732
CR-V FWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD302834
CR-V Hybrid AWD2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD, hybrid374034
CR-V Hybrid FWD2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD, hybrid404336
202229–38 mpg combined · 3 versions
2022 Honda CR-V: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
CR-V AWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD292732
CR-V FWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD302834
CR-V Hybrid AWD2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD, hybrid384035
202129–38 mpg combined · 3 versions
2021 Honda CR-V: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
CR-V AWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD292732
CR-V FWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD302834
CR-V Hybrid AWD2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD, hybrid384035
202029–38 mpg combined · 3 versions
2020 Honda CR-V: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
CR-V AWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD292732
CR-V FWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD302834
CR-V Hybrid AWD2.0L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD, hybrid384035
201927–30 mpg combined · 4 versions
2019 Honda CR-V: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
CR-V AWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD292733
CR-V AWD2.4L 4-cyl, CVT, AWD272531
CR-V FWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD302834
CR-V FWD2.4L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD282632
2010–2018ranges by year · details on fueleconomy.gov
Honda CR-V, 2010–2018: EPA MPG range across versions
YearCombinedCityHighwayVersions
201827–3025–2831–344
201727–3025–2831–344
201627–2925–2631–322
201528–2926–2732–332
201425–2622–2329–302
201325–2622–2329–302
201225–2622–2329–302
201123–242127–282
201023–242127–282

EPA estimates for new vehicles from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. EPA and U.S. DOE), data retrieved November 12, 2026. Your mileage will vary with how and where you drive. EPA data on this site starts with the 2010 model year.

Gas tank size and range

Range below is the tank size times the EPA combined rating, so treat it as a best case. Winter, short trips, and highway speeds above 70 mph all cut it. Honda’s fuel gauge shows empty well before the tank is dry, so plan to refuel before the low fuel light. To cost out a drive, use the trip gas cost calculator.

Honda CR-V: fuel tank and estimated range (tank × EPA combined MPG)
YearsEngineFuel tankEPA combinedRange on a full tank
20231.5L turbo 4-cylinder14 gal1029–30 mpgabout 410–420 miles
2024–20261.5L turbo 4-cylinderCheck your owner’s manual28–30 mpgCheck your owner’s manual
2023–20262.0L 4-cylinder hybridCheck your owner’s manual35–40 mpgCheck your owner’s manual
2017–20221.5L turbo 4-cylinder14 gal729–30 mpgabout 410–420 miles
2017–20192.4L 4-cylinder14 gal727–28 mpgabout 380–390 miles
2020–20222.0L 4-cylinder hybrid14 gal938 mpgabout 530 miles
2012–20142.4L 4-cylinder15.3 gal525–26 mpgabout 380–400 miles
2015–20162.4L 4-cylinder15.3 gal627–29 mpgabout 410–440 miles
20082.4L 4-cylinder15.3 gal1Before EPA data hereCheck your owner’s manual
20092.4L 4-cylinder15.3 gal1Before EPA data hereCheck your owner’s manual
2010–20112.4L 4-cylinder15.3 gal223–24 mpgabout 350–370 miles

CR-V tire size and pressure

On the CR-V, the cold pressure depends on the wheel size, and on most generations the rear is lower than the front. A 2017–2022 CR-V on 18-inch wheels, for example, takes 33 psi front and 30 psi rear. Check cold, before driving, and use the tire and loading information label on the driver’s door jamb if your wheels differ from the table. If the warning light comes on, see tire pressure light.

Honda CR-V: tire size and pressure (cold) by trim
YearsTrimTire sizeFrontRear
202317-inch wheels235/65R171033 psi32 psi
202318-inch wheels235/60R181035 psi32 psi
2017–202217-inch wheels235/65R17732 psi30 psi
2017–202218-inch wheels235/60R18733 psi30 psi
2020–202219-inch wheels235/55R19833 psi33 psi
2012–201416-inch wheels215/70R16532 psi32 psi
2013–201417-inch wheels225/65R17530 psi30 psi
2015–201616-inch wheels215/70R16632 psi32 psi
2015–201617-inch wheels225/65R17633 psi33 psi
2015–201618-inch wheelsP225/60R18632 psi30 psi
2008–2011All trims225/65R17130 psi30 psi

CR-V oil at a glance

Every CR-V since 2010 takes 0W-20; the 2008 manual lists 5W-20. The capacity changed with each engine: 3.7 quarts on the 1.5-liter turbo and 4.2 to 4.7 quarts on the 2.4-liter, depending on the year. The CR-V oil page has every year, the oil spec, and how often to change it.

Honda CR-V oil at a glance
YearsEngineOilCapacity
20231.5L turbo 4-cylinder0W-20103.7 qt (3.5 L) with filter
2024–20261.5L turbo 4-cylinderCheck your owner’s manualCheck your owner’s manual
2023–20262.0L 4-cylinder hybridCheck your owner’s manualCheck your owner’s manual
2017–20221.5L turbo 4-cylinder0W-2073.7 qt (3.5 L) with filter
2017–20192.4L 4-cylinder0W-2074.7 qt (4.4 L) with filter
2020–20222.0L 4-cylinder hybridCheck your owner’s manualCheck your owner’s manual
2012–20142.4L 4-cylinder0W-2054.2 qt (4.0 L) with filter
2015–20162.4L 4-cylinder0W-2064.6 qt (4.4 L) with filter
20082.4L 4-cylinder5W-2014.4 qt (4.2 L) with filter
20092.4L 4-cylinderCheck your owner’s manualCheck your owner’s manual
2010–20112.4L 4-cylinder0W-2024.4 qt (4.2 L) with filter

CR-V towing capacity

The CR-V is rated to tow up to 1,500 lb in every gas manual on this page, from 2008 to 2023. Honda counts the trailer and everything loaded in it toward that limit, and the tongue weight counts against the CR-V’s own load capacity. For the hybrid, check the hybrid owner’s manual: it was not in the documents we could check.

  • 6th generation (2023–2026): up to 1,500 lb10
  • 5th generation (2017–2022): up to 1,500 lb7
  • 4th generation (2012–2016): up to 1,500 lb5
  • 3rd generation (2008–2011): up to 1,500 lb1

Recalls: check by VIN

Recalls depend on the exact vehicle, not just the year. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls on your CR-V. The VIN is on the lower driver’s-side corner of the windshield and on your registration. A Honda dealer does recall repairs for free.

What to record in your log

The CR-V’s Maintenance Minder tells you when service is due, but it forgets everything when it is reset. A few notes keep the history:

  • Each fill-up: date, odometer, and gallons. Two full fill-ups in a row give your real MPG; the MPG calculator does the math.
  • Each service: date, odometer, and the Maintenance Minder code, such as B1 or A12.
  • On the 1.5-liter turbo, the oil level on the dipstick every few fill-ups. A level that drops, or rises, between changes is worth showing a dealer, and dated notes make that conversation short.
  • Brake fluid date, since Honda wants it every 3 years whatever the display says.

A car maintenance log keeps this in one place.

FAQ

What is the gas mileage of a Honda CR-V?

The EPA rates the 2026 CR-V at 30 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 29 mpg with all-wheel drive. The CR-V Hybrid is rated 35 to 40 mpg. A 2016 CR-V is rated 29 mpg with front-wheel drive and 27 mpg with all-wheel drive.

How big is the Honda CR-V gas tank?

14 gallons on 2017–2023 CR-Vs and 15.3 gallons on 2008–2016 models, according to Honda’s owner’s manuals.

What tire pressure does a Honda CR-V take?

It depends on the year and wheel size: 30 psi on 2008–2011, 32 psi on 16-inch wheels for 2012–2016, and 32 to 33 psi front with 30 psi rear on 17- and 18-inch wheels for 2017–2022. The label on the driver’s door jamb has the numbers for your CR-V.

How much can a Honda CR-V tow?

Up to 1,500 lb for the gas CR-V, according to Honda’s 2008–2023 manuals. Check the hybrid manual for the CR-V Hybrid.

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Sources

  1. 2008 Honda CR-V Owner’s Manual, Service Information Summary and towing (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  2. 2010 Honda CR-V Owner’s Manual, Service Information Summary (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  3. 2011 Honda CR-V Owner’s Manual, Service Information Summary (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  4. 2013 Honda CR-V Owner’s Manual, Specifications (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  5. 2014 Honda CR-V Owner’s Manual, Specifications and towing (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  6. 2016 Honda CR-V Owner’s Manual, Specifications and towing (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  7. 2017 Honda CR-V Owner’s Manual, Specifications and towing (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  8. 2020 Honda CR-V Owner’s Manual, Specifications (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  9. 2020–22 Honda CR-V Hybrid Emergency Response Guide, fuel tank (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  10. 2023 Honda CR-V Owner’s Manual, Specifications and towing (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  11. 2012 Honda CR-V Owner’s Manual, Specifications (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  12. 2022 Honda CR-V Owner’s Manual, Specifications (archived copy of techinfo.honda.com) (checked November 12, 2026)
  13. U.S. EPA and U.S. DOE, fueleconomy.gov vehicle data (MPG; retrieved November 12, 2026)