Verified year comparison

What changed on the Honda CR-V?

Compare only the features our editors have verified. A blank cell does not prove the vehicle lacks a feature—it means the cited guide does not cover that year.

3 researched years11 verified guidesUpdated 2026-11-11
Official configuration changes

Powertrain and efficiency by researched year.

This table compares the complete EPA-tested configuration set for each researched year, independently of feature-guide coverage.

YearConfigurationsPowertrainsDriven wheelsCombined MPGCombined MPGeMaximum EV range
20255Gasoline, Hybrid, Electric / hydrogen fuel cellAWD, FWD28–40 MPG combined39–39 MPGe combined29 mi max EV range
20244Gasoline, HybridAWD, FWD29–40 MPG combinedNot listedNot listed
20234Gasoline, HybridAWD, FWD29–40 MPG combinedNot listedNot listed
Documentation matrix

Verified feature coverage

Scroll horizontally on a phone. Select two years above to highlight them and see the documented differences.

Feature and equipment note202520242023
Choose How Long the Headlights Stay OnLX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid Not covered by this guideCovered by this guideNot covered by this guide
Let Reverse Gear Trigger the Rear WiperLX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid Covered by this guideCovered by this guideNot covered by this guide
Link Each Driver's Seat Position to Their Key FobEX-L, Sport-L Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid Covered by this guideCovered by this guideNot covered by this guide
Make the CR-V Lock as You Walk AwayEX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid Covered by this guideCovered by this guideCovered by this guide
Open the Windows From the Key FobLX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid Covered by this guideCovered by this guideCovered by this guide
Preset the Lock Before Everyone Finishes Closing UpLX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid Covered by this guideCovered by this guideNot covered by this guide
Raise the Hidden Wipers Into Service PositionLX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid Covered by this guideCovered by this guideCovered by this guide
Remote-Start the CR-V and Add Another 10 MinutesEX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid Covered by this guideCovered by this guideNot covered by this guide
Set a Lower Power-Tailgate Opening HeightEX-L, Sport-L Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid Covered by this guideCovered by this guideCovered by this guide
Turn the Headlights On Automatically With the WipersLX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid Not covered by this guideCovered by this guideNot covered by this guide
Use the Hidden Mechanical Key When the Fob Is WeakLX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid, Sport Touring Hybrid Covered by this guideCovered by this guideNot covered by this guide

Important: this matrix compares published documentation coverage, not every factory option. The equipment/trim control filters the scope labels recorded on guides; it is not a factory build matrix. Confirm an individual vehicle in its window sticker, owner portal or dealer build record.