For most people, the best 2027 Honda CR-V is the Sport Hybrid at $36,030. It costs only $230 more than the gas EX-L, over five years it costs about the same as the gas EX, it makes more power (204 hp against 190), and it tops our value score. Want gas and a real spare tire? Choose the EX, or the EX-L for leather and a power tailgate. Want the hybrid with those comfort features? Look at the Sport-L Hybrid.
Key takeaways
- The Sport Hybrid at $36,030 is the best-value 2027 Honda CR-V and costs about the same as the gas EX over five years.
- With all-wheel drive the hybrid gets 37 mpg combined against 29 for gas, about $2,250 less fuel over five years.
- Every hybrid CR-V has a tire repair kit instead of a spare and tows just 1,000 lb; the gas trims tow 1,500 lb.
- Blind spot information is missing on the LX; it starts at the EX.
- NHTSA gives the CR-V five stars, but the IIHS rated it Poor in the updated moderate overlap test, so there is no award.
Side by side
| Gas (LX, EX, EX-L) | Hybrid (Sport, TrailSport, Sport-L, Sport Touring) | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L turbo 4-cylinder | 2.0L 4-cylinder hybrid |
| Power | 190 hp | 204 hp |
| EPA combined mpg | 30 FWD, 29 AWD | 40 FWD, 37 AWD (TrailSport 35) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) | $2,150 FWD, $2,200 AWD | $1,600 FWD, $1,750 AWD (TrailSport $1,850) |
| Cargo behind rear seat | 39.3 cu ft | 36.3 cu ft (Sport Touring 34.7) |
| Max towing | 1,500 lb | 1,000 lb |
| Spare tire | compact spare | tire repair kit |
| Starting MSRP | $31,520 (LX) | $36,030 (Sport Hybrid) |
Prices are 2027 MSRP from Honda, checked in October 2026, without the $1,550 destination charge, taxes or dealer fees.
Prices by trim
The 2027 CR-V comes in seven trims: three gas (LX, EX, EX-L) and four hybrid (Sport, TrailSport, Sport-L and Sport Touring).
| Trim | Engine | MSRP (FWD) | MSRP (AWD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX | gas | $31,520 | $33,020 |
| EX | gas | $33,550 | $35,050 |
| EX-L | gas | $35,800 | $37,300 |
| Sport Hybrid | hybrid | $36,030 | $37,530 |
| TrailSport Hybrid | hybrid | AWD only | $39,200 |
| Sport-L Hybrid | hybrid | $39,125 | $40,625 |
| Sport Touring Hybrid | hybrid | AWD only | $42,950 |
All-wheel drive adds $1,500 and comes standard on the TrailSport and Sport Touring. The top trim costs about $11,400 more than the LX. If your winters mean a snowy commute, all-wheel drive is worth paying for.
Gas or hybrid?
This is the big choice. With all-wheel drive the EPA rates the gas CR-V at 29 mpg combined and the hybrid at 37, which is about $2,200 a year in fuel for the gas model against $1,750 for the hybrid. Over five years the hybrid saves about $2,250, which covers most of its higher price over a gas EX. The TrailSport, on its all-terrain tires, gets 35 mpg.
Size, cargo and the spare tire
The CR-V is 184.8 inches long, almost four inches longer than a Toyota RAV4, with 8.2 inches of ground clearance with all-wheel drive. Behind the rear seat the gas trims hold 39.3 cubic feet, the hybrids 36.3 and the Sport Touring the least at 34.7.
Here is the catch. Every hybrid CR-V comes with a tire repair kit, not a spare tire, while the gas trims get a compact spare. The hybrids also tow just 1,000 lb against 1,500 lb for the gas trims. If you drive long rural roads or pull a small trailer, that matters.
Cabin and technology
Every CR-V has a 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a wireless phone charger. The EX-L, TrailSport, Sport-L and Sport Touring add a larger 10.2-inch digital gauge display. Rear legroom is 41 inches, about three inches more than the RAV4, so teenagers and tall adults fit well. The seats are cloth on most trims and leather-trimmed on the EX-L, Sport-L and Sport Touring. On the downside, the 9-inch screen is small next to some rivals, and Honda does not list ventilated seats or a 360-degree camera on any trim.
Safety, recalls and warranty
Every CR-V has Honda Sensing with automatic emergency braking, lane keeping and adaptive cruise control. Blind spot information with rear cross traffic monitor starts on the EX, so only the LX goes without it. NHTSA gives the 2027 CR-V five stars overall. The IIHS rates it Good in the small overlap and side tests and Good for headlights on every trim, but Poor in the updated moderate overlap test, mainly for the rear passenger, so there is no Top Safety Pick award.
The 2027 model has no recalls or complaints so far. Earlier CR-Vs from this generation had a few recalls, including one for steering and two for the hybrid's tire repair kit, so if you buy used, ask for proof the work is done. Honda covers the whole car for 3 years or 36,000 miles and the powertrain for 5 years or 60,000 miles, and the hybrid battery for at least 8 years (8 years or 100,000 miles, and 10 years or 150,000 miles in California-emission states).
Every trim, one by one
LX: $31,520
The entry CR-V has Honda Sensing, the 9-inch touchscreen, a wireless charger and a compact spare tire. It has no blind spot information, heated seats, power seat, remote start or dual-zone climate, and just four speakers. For about $2,000 more the EX adds things you will use every day, so we would skip the LX.
EX: $33,550
About $2,000 more than the LX, it adds blind spot information, heated front seats, a 10-way power driver's seat, a moonroof, keyless entry with remote start, dual-zone climate and rear USB-C ports. If you want gas at a good price, this is the one.
EX-L: $35,800
For $2,250 more than the EX it adds leather-trimmed seats, a power tailgate, front and rear parking sensors with low-speed braking, a memory seat, the larger digital gauges and eight speakers. It is the most comfortable gas CR-V, and it keeps the spare tire.
Sport Hybrid: $36,030
Only $230 more than the EX-L, it adds the 204-hp hybrid, 40 mpg combined with front-wheel drive, and a sporty look with black wheels and black roof rails. It keeps the EX's heated seats, power seat and moonroof. You give up leather, the power tailgate, the parking sensors and the spare tire. For most buyers, that is a trade worth making.
TrailSport Hybrid: $39,200
The rugged-looking one, with all-wheel drive standard. It adds all-terrain tires, a heated steering wheel, a power tailgate, the larger digital gauges and eight speakers. It does not sit any higher than other all-wheel-drive CR-Vs, and its tires cost some fuel (35 mpg). Buy it for the look and the tougher tires.
Sport-L Hybrid: $39,125
About $3,100 more than the Sport Hybrid, it brings the EX-L's comfort: leather-trimmed seats, a power tailgate, parking sensors, a memory seat, a power passenger seat and the larger gauges. Hybrid plus comfort, in one trim.
Sport Touring Hybrid: $42,950
The top trim, with all-wheel drive standard, has a 12-speaker Bose sound system, a hands-free power tailgate, a heated steering wheel, Google built-in, 19-inch black wheels, rain-sensing wipers and acoustic glass. It costs the most and has the smallest cargo area of any CR-V.
Our value score
We give points for the features that differ between trims (three for things you use every day, two for often, one for nice to have) and divide by how much more each trim costs than the LX over five years, counting price, destination and EPA fuel cost. We compared the all-wheel-drive versions so every trim is on equal footing. The best value scores 100. Our method is on the How we research page.
| Trim (AWD) | 5-year cost | Value score |
|---|---|---|
| LX | $45,570 | reference |
| EX | $47,600 | 98 |
| EX-L | $49,850 | 81 |
| Sport Hybrid | $47,830 | 100 |
| TrailSport Hybrid | $50,000 | 75 |
| Sport-L Hybrid | $50,925 | 67 |
| Sport Touring Hybrid | $53,250 | 59 |
The gas EX is right behind the Sport Hybrid, so this is close. You pay a lot for the extras on the upper trims. The weights are our judgment.
Which CR-V is right for you?
- Gas on a budget: EX.
- Lots of miles, or the best all-rounder: Sport Hybrid.
- Gas, comfort and a spare tire: EX-L.
- Hybrid with leather: Sport-L Hybrid.
- The rugged look: TrailSport Hybrid.
- Everything: Sport Touring Hybrid.
Before you sign, ask for the out-the-door price in writing, remove add-ons you did not ask for, and check the destination fee on the window sticker. If you are buying a used CR-V, ask for proof the recall work is done. Comparing it with a rival? See our Toyota RAV4 Hybrid vs Honda CR-V Hybrid comparison or our Honda CR-V vs Hyundai Tucson comparison. Watch the full trims video above and see all our car comparisons.
Sources
All figures checked in October 2026.
- 2027 Honda CR-V prices and EPA ratings: Honda news release
- 2027 Honda CR-V specs and features by trim: Honda trim comparison
- EPA fuel economy and fuel cost: gas FWD, gas AWD, hybrid FWD, hybrid AWD, TrailSport Hybrid (fueleconomy.gov)
- Crash tests, recalls and complaints: NHTSA · IIHS 2027 Honda CR-V
- Warranty: Honda compact SUV and hybrid pages (automobiles.honda.com)
Buy the 2027 Honda CR-V Sport Hybrid. It costs about the same as a gas EX over five years, it is more powerful, and it tops our value score. Go for the EX if you want gas and a spare tire, or the Sport-L Hybrid if you want the hybrid with leather and a power tailgate.
Common questions
Which Honda CR-V trim is the best value?
The Sport Hybrid at $36,030. It tops our value score, and over five years it costs about the same as the gas EX. The gas EX is a very close second.
Is the Honda CR-V Hybrid worth the extra money?
For most drivers, yes. With all-wheel drive the EPA rates the hybrid at 37 mpg combined against 29 for gas, which saves about $2,250 in fuel over five years and covers most of the price difference.
Does the Honda CR-V Hybrid have a spare tire?
No. Every hybrid CR-V comes with a tire repair kit. The gas LX, EX and EX-L have a compact spare tire.
How much can the Honda CR-V tow?
The gas trims tow up to 1,500 lb and the hybrids 1,000 lb.
Does the Honda CR-V have all-wheel drive?
Yes, for $1,500 more on most trims. It is standard on the TrailSport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid.