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2017-2022 Honda CR-V MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 27–38 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2022. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2017-2022 Honda CR-V at a glance
The 2017-2022 Honda CR-V covers 6 model years in the EPA database (21 configurations in all), rated 27–38 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2022, costs about $1,710 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Hybrid 2.0L 4-cyl AWD (38 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. The best combined rating in the generation, 38 MPG, was reached in 2020, 2021 and 2022.
2017-2022 Honda CR-V by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Gas, Hybrid | 29–38 MPG | $1,710–$2,250 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Gas, Hybrid | 29–38 MPG | $1,710–$2,250 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas, Hybrid | 29–38 MPG | $1,710–$2,250 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas | 27–30 MPG | $2,150–$2,420 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas | 27–30 MPG | $2,150–$2,420 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas | 27–30 MPG | $2,150–$2,420 | First year |
What the 2022 CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$182
$2,180 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$3.63
Per 100 miles
$14.53
Five years
$10,900
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$550less a year
Class median $2,730 a year, MY2022
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2022 Honda CR-V MPG
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 38 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,710.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 28 | 34 | 30 | $2,180 |
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27 | 32 | 29 | $2,250 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 40 | 35 | 38 | $1,710 |
2021 Honda CR-V MPG
29–38 MPG · $1,710–$2,250/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration stays at 38 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,710.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 28 | 34 | 30 | $2,180 |
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27 | 32 | 29 | $2,250 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 40 | 35 | 38 | $1,710 |
2020 Honda CR-V MPG
29–38 MPG · $1,710–$2,250/yr
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration moves from 30 to 38 MPG, up 8. Its annual cost goes from $2,150 to $1,710, $440 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 28 | 34 | 30 | $2,180 |
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27 | 32 | 29 | $2,250 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 40 | 35 | 38 | $1,710 |
2019 Honda CR-V MPG
27–30 MPG · $2,150–$2,420/yr
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration stays at 30 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,150.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 28 | 34 | 30 | $2,150 |
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27 | 33 | 29 | $2,220 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,310 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,420 |
2018 Honda CR-V MPG
27–30 MPG · $2,150–$2,420/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 30 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,150.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 28 | 34 | 30 | $2,150 |
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27 | 33 | 29 | $2,220 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,310 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,420 |
2017 Honda CR-V MPG
27–30 MPG · $2,150–$2,420/yr
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD (Most efficient) | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 28 | 34 | 30 | $2,150 |
| CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 27 | 33 | 29 | $2,220 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl FWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | FWD | 26 | 32 | 28 | $2,310 |
| CR-V 2.4L 4-cyl AWD | 2.4L 4-cyl | AWD | 25 | 31 | 27 | $2,420 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $2,960 in California and $1,900 in Texas, a $1,060 difference.
- California $2,960
- Washington $2,740
- New York $2,180
- Florida $2,060
- Texas $1,900
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2022 small 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 2017-2022 Honda CR-V get?
EPA rates the 2017-2022 Honda CR-V at 27–38 MPG combined across 21 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2022 Hybrid 2.0L 4-cyl AWD, is rated 38 MPG (40 city, 35 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 27–30 MPG; Hybrid: 38 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2017-2022 Honda CR-V?
The Hybrid 2.0L 4-cyl AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 38 MPG, in 2020, 2021 and 2022. The lowest top rating, 30 MPG, was in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2017-2022 Honda CR-V?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022.
How does the 2017-2022 Honda CR-V compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2012-2016 Honda CR-V) is rated 25–29 MPG combined and costs $2,250–$2,630 a year to fuel; the 2017-2022 model is rated 27–38 MPG and costs $1,710–$2,420 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 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 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,180 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $1,710–$2,250 a year. That is a $540 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2022 Honda CR-V 100 miles?
About $14.53 per 100 miles for the CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $11.40 and $15.00 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2022 Honda CR-V compare with other small SUV configurations?
The CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $2,180 a year to fuel, $550 less than the class median of $2,730, and less than 8 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 287 rated small SUV configurations for MY2022, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2022 Honda CR-V hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (Hybrid 2.0L 4-cyl AWD) is rated 38 MPG against 30 MPG for the best gas version (CR-V 1.5L 4-cyl turbo FWD), 8 MPG more. At regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $1,710 versus $2,180 a year, a saving of $470.
Is the 2022 Honda CR-V different from the 2021 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 38 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,710. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2022 against 3 configurations for 2021. See the 2021 Honda CR-V for that year.