- Newest year: 2006
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- Same as 2005
2002-2006 Honda CR-V MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 21–23 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2006. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2002-2006 Honda CR-V at a glance
The 2002-2006 Honda CR-V covers 5 model years in the EPA database (15 configurations in all), rated 21–23 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2006, costs about $2,840 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (23 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2003 and 2005; 2004 and 2006 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 23 MPG, was reached in 2002, 2005 and 2006.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2002-2006 Honda CR-V by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,110 | Same EPA ratings as 2005 |
| 2005 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,110 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 21–22 MPG | $2,970–$3,110 | Same EPA ratings as 2003 |
| 2003 | Gas | 21–22 MPG | $2,970–$3,110 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 21–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,110 | First year |
What the 2006 CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$237
$2,840 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.73
Per 100 miles
$18.93
Five years
$14,200
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$1,240less a year
Class median $4,080 a year, MY2006
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Honda CR-V MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2006 Honda CR-V as for the 2005 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2005 section above.See 2005
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 26 | 23 | $2,840 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $2,970 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
2005 Honda CR-V MPG
21–23 MPG · $2,840–$3,110/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 23 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,970 to $2,840, $130 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 26 | 23 | $2,840 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 25 | 22 | $2,970 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
2004 Honda CR-V MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2003
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2004 Honda CR-V as for the 2003 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2003 section above.See 2003
2003 Honda CR-V MPG
21–22 MPG · $2,970–$3,110/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 22 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,840 to $2,970, $130 more.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 26 | 22 | $2,970 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,110 |
2002 Honda CR-V MPG
21–23 MPG · $2,840–$3,110/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 26 | 23 | $2,840 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD Automatic 4-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,110 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl 4WD Manual 5-spd | 2.4L 4-cyl | 4WD | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,110 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD: $3,860 in California and $2,480 in Texas, a $1,380 difference.
- California $3,860
- Washington $3,580
- New York $2,840
- Florida $2,680
- Texas $2,480
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2006 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2000-2001 (1st gen)
- 2002-2006 (2nd gen)
- 2007-2011 (RE7)
- 2012-2016 (4th gen)
- 2017-2022 (5th gen)
- 2023-2027* (6th gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2002-2006 Honda CR-V get?
EPA rates the 2002-2006 Honda CR-V at 21–23 MPG combined across 15 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2006 CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 23 MPG (20 city, 26 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2002-2006 Honda CR-V?
The CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 23 MPG, in 2002, 2005 and 2006. The lowest top rating, 22 MPG, was in 2003 and 2004.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2002-2006 Honda CR-V?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2003 and 2005. In 2004 and 2006 the values repeat the year before.
How does the 2002-2006 Honda CR-V compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000-2001 Honda CR-V) is rated 21 MPG combined and costs $3,110 a year to fuel; the 2002-2006 model is rated 21–23 MPG and costs $2,840–$3,110 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2006 Honda CR-V per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,840 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $2,840–$3,110 a year. That is a $270 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2006 Honda CR-V 100 miles?
About $18.93 per 100 miles for the CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $18.93 and $20.73 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2006 Honda CR-V more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD is rated 20 city and 26 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2006 Honda CR-V compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,840 a year to fuel, $1,240 less than the class median of $4,080, and less than 9 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 296 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2006, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2006 Honda CR-V different from the 2005 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2005 and 2006: 3 configurations rated 21–23 MPG combined. See the 2005 Honda CR-V for that year.