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2023 Honda CR-V

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Used Car Price Range
$27,988 - $36,000
$27,988 $36,000
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2023 LX 4dr Front-Wheel Drive
most popular
Price:   -  From $28,410
2023 LX 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $29,910
2023 EX w/o Blind Spot Information System 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $31,060
2023 EX 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $31,610
2023 EX w/o Blind Spot Information System 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $32,560
2023 EX 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $33,110
2023 EX-L w/o Blind Spot Information System 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $33,710
2023 EX-L 4dr Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $34,260
2023 EX-L w/o Blind Spot Information System 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $35,210
2023 EX-L 4dr All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $35,760
Expert Rating
3.3 (Good)

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Overview

What's New

Honda has introduced a fully redesigned CR-V for the 2023 model year. The fifth-gen CR-V ran from 2017 to 2022, making it one of the older compact SUVs in the segment. Honda’s full redesign for the 2023 model year, which kicks off the sixth generation of the SUV, comes at the perfect time and results in a far more competitive option.

Choosing Your Honda CR-V

The 2023 CR-V’s lineup has been trimmed down to just two options: EX and EX-L. The previous Honda CR-V LX trim was discontinued with the model's redesign, resulting in a significant price increase. Prices range from $32,355 to $35,005 (with destination). Honda will also be offering the CR-V Hybrid, though we cover that model separately.

Engine Choices

Every 2023 Honda CR-V comes with a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine. Performance is rated at 190 horsepower and 179 pound-feet of torque. The engine is paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) that routes power to the front wheels as standard. All-wheel drive is available for $1,500.

Fuel economy for the CR-V is rated at up to 30 mpg combined with FWD and 29 mpg combined with AWD.

Passenger and Cargo Capacity

The CR-V is a five-passenger compact SUV. Compared to last year, the CR-V offers 0.6 inches more of rear legroom.

When it comes to cargo capacity, the SUV offers up to 36 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats. The available EX-L trim has a lowered rear load floor that has 39.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats. Folding the rear seats expands cargo capacity to 76.5 cubic feet of cargo space.

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Safety Features

Every CR-V now comes with Honda Sensing as standard. Standard features on the SUV include pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, traffic sign recognition, and adaptive cruise control. Blind spot monitoring, automatic high-beam assist, and rear cross-traffic alert are also standard.

The EX-L trim comes with parking sensors, traffic jam assist, low-speed braking control, and a driver attention monitor.

Connectivity

The 2023 CR-V comes standard with a 7-inch touchscreen, a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and USB ports. The automaker’s HondaLink apps are also included as standard.

The EX-L comes with a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wireless charging pad, an HD Radio, satellite radio, and an eight-speaker audio system.

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2023 Honda CR-V EX – MSRP From $32,355

Standard exterior features on the EX include automatic LED headlights, keyless entry, heated exterior mirrors, and 18-inch wheels. Interior features include a moonroof, a tilt-and-telescoping steering column, push-button start, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, and cloth upholstery.

The CR-V isn’t available with any major packages except for dealer-installed ones. The available HPD Package adds a tailgate spoiler, HDP badges, HPD decals, special front bumper trim, fender flares, and accents on the lower portion of the doors. It costs $1,745.

The Utility Package is priced at $1,780 and includes roof rails, crossbars, running boards, a trailer hitch, and seat back protector.

2023 Honda CR-V EX-L – MSRP From $35,005

Moving up to the EX-L trim brings a power liftgate, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, memory settings for the driver’s seat, leather upholstery, and a power-adjustable passenger’s seat. These features are in addition to the larger touchscreen and extra tech features.

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The 2023 Honda CR-V gains a lot more standard features than the outgoing model. Because of that, we think most shoppers to stick with the base EX trim. While the CR-V isn’t the sportiest compact SUV, it’s roomy, practical, and packed with safety features.

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Expert Review

Pros
  • Conservative, but stylish
  • Roomier than before
  • Available wireless connectivity
  • Standard Honda Sensing suite

Cons
  • Engine goes unchanged
  • Not exciting to drive
  • Isn’t as luxurious as rivals
  • Only two available trims
Expert Rating
3.3 (Good)

Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

You can interpret our ratings in the following way:

: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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A Modest Redesign. The Honda CR-V has been a leader in the compact SUV segment since its introduction in 1997. For the CR-V’s full redesign in 2023, Honda didn’t have to rewrite the compact handbook to continue to have a best-seller on its hands. That explains why the CR-V’s full redesign for 2023 could be mistaken for a refresh or a hefty update.

We think Honda played it a little too safe with the CR-V’s redesign from a design standpoint, but there's no denying that the SUV is more stylish than before. The exterior of the 2023 CR-V sports a look that’s similar to the current Civic, but with larger proportions. The square grille, slim headlights, and blunt front end are dramatically different from last year’s CR-V. The rear end of the CR-V hasn’t changed that much for 2023, but the taillights have been updated and the liftgate has a more prominent body line.

It’s a similar story on the inside where the 2023 CR-V moves to sharing an interior design with the Civic. It’s a straightforward look that’s far more user-friendly than the current SUV. Instead of having a center console that juts out of the dashboard in a V-shape, the new CR-V has a flat dashboard with a center console that sits flush with the dashboard. Having a similar design to the Civic works for the 2023 CR-V, as it’s a major upgrade over the current generation’s interior design.

More Interior Space. For 2023, the CR-V grows much larger, which results in a more spacious cabin. Compared to last year’s model, the new CR-V is 2.7 inches longer, while the wheelbase has grown by 1.5 inches. The compact SUV’s front and rear tracks have grown, as well. The result is more rear legroom and a more spacious cargo area.

In the back, passengers get 41 inches of rear legroom, which has gone up by 0.6 inches. That figure makes the CR-V the roomiest SUV in the compact segment. Of course, the SUV continues to have a generous amount of headroom, too, with 38.2 inches of rear headroom. Adults, even tall ones, will find the CR-V to be a roomy vehicle.

Thanks to a tiered cargo floor, CR-V owners can adjust the SUV’s cargo area for more cargo space. With the floor in its lowest position, the CR-V offers up to 39.3 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats in place. Folding the rear seats down opens cargo space to 76.5 cubic feet. This is one of the largest cargo areas in the class and almost matches some two-row midsize SUVs.

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Upgraded Tech Features. Compared to last year, the 2023 CR-V gets a major tech upgrade. The 2023 CR-V finally enters the modern era with larger touchscreens and a lengthy list of advanced safety features.

Not only does the new CR-V come with Honda’s latest infotainment system, which is a massive improvement compared to last year’s model, but it’s also running on larger touchscreens. The CR-V comes with a standard seven-inch touchscreen. Move up to the EX-L and Honda fits the CR-V with a nine-inch touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The other major tech upgrade comes in the form of standard Honda Sensing, which has been updated for 2023. The suite includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and traffic sign recognition. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are also standard. Honda Sensing has been updated with a new wide-view camera and radar system for improved performance.

Comfortable, But Boring. The CR-V has never been aimed at drivers who want to go out for a spirited drive and the 2023 model won’t light your hair on fire, either. While the CR-V’s design has changed and its list of tech features has been upgraded, Honda has retained the SUV’s turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine. It’s rated at the same 190 horsepower and 179 pound-feet of torque as before.

Without a boost in performance, the CR-V is perfectly adequate in a straight line, but fails to excite in the same way as rivals like the Mazda CX-5 or the Ford Bronco Sport. With retuned suspension, a stiffer subframe, a wider stance, and a longer wheelbase, the 2023 CR-V feels stable on the road and handles confidently, but not enthusiastically.

Final Thoughts. If sportiness is something you’re not looking for in a compact SUV, the 2023 Honda CR-V doubles down on everything that made the last-gen model so popular. It remains a comfortable, user-friendly SUV, but now has more interior space, more advanced tech features, and a more refined design. Drivers seeking more power and better fuel economy should explore the CR-V Hybrid, which we cover separately.

For consumers that enjoy driving, the Mazda CX-5 continues to be a standout choice. It has athletic handling and is available with a 250-horsepower engine. The CX-5 also has a luxurious cabin, a standard 10.3-inch display, and a gorgeous design.

The Hyundai Tucson is for drivers that prefer their SUVs to have a more daring design. It’s available with a 10.3-inch touchscreen, is offered with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, has a roomy cargo area, and comes with an extensive list of standard features.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.5L I-4 / 190 HP / 179 ft.lbs.
Transmission
1-spd CVT w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
28 / 34 / 31 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.5L I-4 / 190 HP / 179 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
28 / 34 / 31 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Compact Steel
Fuel Tank
14.0 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$53
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
76.5 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
106 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
184.8 "
Exterior Width
73.5 "
Exterior Height
66.2 "
Front Headroom
40.0 "
Rear Headroom
38.2 "
Front Legroom
41.3 "
Rear Legroom
41.0 "
Front Shoulder Room
57.9 "
Rear Shoulder Room
55.9 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,472 Lbs.
Wheel Base
106 "
Turning Radius
18.7 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
17.0 " Steel
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Pearlcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote
Bumpers
Front Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Black W/chrome Accents
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Armrests
6-way
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
60-40 Split-bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Siriusxm Am/fm, Seek-scan
Speakers
4
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Driver And Passenger
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver And Passenger
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Rear Side-impact Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Collision Mitigation Braking System (cmbs) + Forward Collision Warning (fcw) Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist System (lkas) W/road Departure Mitigation (rdm) Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Traffic Jam Assist Hands-on Steering Assist
Pedestrian Detection
Collision Mitigation Braking System (cmbs) Front Pedestrian Detection Prevention
Driver Attention Alert
Driver Attention
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
36 Months / 36,000 Miles

Used 2023 Honda CR-V for Sale

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LX
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$27,988

Mileage

6,924 mi

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EX
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$31,239

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EX-L
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Sport 4dr All-Wheel Drive
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