2022 Honda CR-V Overview

Known for its functionality and impressive fuel efficiency, the Honda CR-V is popular for a reason. Whether you’re shuttling your kids around the city or going on weekend adventures with friends, chances are you’ll find something to love about the latest version of the iconic crossover. We gathered the facts on Honda’s latest lineup of CR-V models to help you determine if it’s the right fit for your lifestyle. Read on for Performance Honda’s guide to the 2022 Honda CR-V.

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Trim Levels

The latest Honda CR-V lineup features five configurations across different price ranges. Each level includes unique features and capabilities, and the top three trim levels offer hybrid iterations. Here are the trims available this year:

• LX: Gas engine only.
• Special Edition: Gas engine only.
• EX: Gas engine or hybrid.
• EX-L: Gas engine or hybrid.
• Touring: Gas engine or hybrid.

Exterior

The CR-V is Honda’s beloved compact crossover, and the newest edition of this family-friendly and versatile vehicle features the same rounded corners and lean body as previous generations. Exterior features on the base trim, the LX, include halogen headlights, a shutter grille, and power mirrors. Top trims get a power tailgate, heated mirrors, LED headlights, and privacy glass in the back seat. The LX and Special Edition come with 17-inch wheels, while the EX and EX-L models have 18-inch wheels. The top-of-the-line Touring trim sits the highest on 19-inch wheels.

Here are the available paint colors for the Honda CR-V:

• Aegean Blue Metallic.
• Crystal Black Pearl.
• Sonic Gray Pearl.
• Lunar Silver Metallic.
• Platinum White Pearl.
• Radiant Red Metallic.
• Modern Steel Metallic.
• Obsidian Blue Pearl

Engine & Power

All trims come equipped with a 2.0-liter in-line 4-cylinder turbocharged engine except for the hybrid models, which come with a hybrid version rather than a turbocharged one. Traditional gasoline-fueled models deliver 190 horsepower and 179 pound-feet of torque, while the hybrid models offer 181 horsepower and 232 pound-feet of torque. Lightweight and peppy as it may be, the Honda CR-V can tow modest loads of heavy machinery or cargo. Its maximum towing capacity is 1,500 pounds.

Fuel Efficiency

Even the least-efficient Honda CR-V is plenty more efficient than some of its competitors. If you’re hoping to find an SUV that can save you money on gas, it’s hard to go wrong with any of the 2022 trim levels. When equipped with two-wheel drive and a continuously variable transmission, the non-hybrid models deliver an impressive 28 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway, and 30 mpg combined. Two-wheel drive is available on all trims except for the Touring.

All-wheel drive brings the figures down slightly to 27 mpg in the city, 32 mpg on the highway, and 29 mpg combined. Maximize your fuel efficiency with a hybrid model, which delivers 40 mpg in the city, 35 mpg on the highway, and 38 mpg combined. All tanks can hold 14 gallons of regular unleaded gasoline.

Safety

The Honda CR-V is complete with a suite of smart safety features to grant you peace of mind on the road. All models come standard with Honda’s set of safety tools, which include collision-mitigating brakes, technology that keeps you from veering off the road, warnings if you drift out of your lane without signaling, and adaptive cruise control. Top trims add driver assistance solutions like blind-spot monitoring and automatic high beam lights. Other standard safety features on all models include:

• Rear camera.
• Anti-lock brakes.
• Brake assist.
• Tire pressure monitoring.
• Child-proof rear locks.
• Traction control.
• Seatbelt reminders.

Interior Features

With plenty of room and high-quality materials, even on the base trim, the Honda CR-V prioritizes comfort. For additional style and luxury, consider the Touring trim, which boasts satin details and wood-inspired accents. Noise-cancelling technology makes for a quiet, peaceful ride in the CR-V’s cabin. For an even quieter driving experience, opt for a hybrid engine. Automatic climate control comes standard on all trims. Upper trims add special luxuries like dual-zone automatic climate control, illuminated vanity mirrors, and a one-touch moonroof. The top trims, the Touring and EX-L Hybrid, add ambient lighting and a heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Seating & Storage

The 2022 Honda CR-V seats five people. All trims except the base come with heated front seats, and leather trim is standard on the ELX and Touring models. Traditional models offer 75.8 cubic feet of cargo space with the seats down, while hybrids have 68.7 cubic feet. The two most basic models offer passengers a total of 105.9 cubic feet of space, which lowers slightly to 102.9 cubic feet on the top three trims. All models have 60/40 folding seats so you can adapt each ride to your needs, whether it’s extra space for cargo or more seating.

Entertainment and Technology

A 5-inch radio screen and Bluetooth capability are standard on the LX, the CR-V’s base trim, but if you want a full infotainment system, consider upgrading to one of the four higher trims. All other models come with a 7-inch color touch screen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and satellite radio. The LX has a four-speaker audio system, while middle trims come with six speakers. The EX Hybrid and EX-L both have eight speakers, and the Touring has nine.

The Touring also features a built-in navigation system. The top three trims have charging ports, but wireless charging comes standard only on Touring models. Many of the top features are also available as optional upgrades on lower trims, so you can customize your CR-V to your liking.

Growing families and busy singles alike appreciate the Honda CR-V as a versatile vehicle fit for a variety of lifestyles style with its adaptability and fuel efficiency. If you’re ready to test drive a 2022 Honda CR-V in the Fairfield, OH area, schedule a visit to Performance Honda. If the CR-V isn’t quite right for you, we have plenty of other modern SUVs you can test drive instead. With a large and ever-changing inventory, a team of helpful associates, and expert technicians, we’re dedicated to helping Southwest Ohio residents find the perfect Honda and keep it in prime condition.