The 2026 Honda CR-V window sticker reads 30 to 40 mpg combined depending on the engine: 40 for the 2L 4-cyl hybrid and 30 for the 1.5L 4-cyl. NHTSA gives the 2026 CR-V 5 stars overall, and a used 2026 asks about $38,348 today.
The Honda CR-V window sticker — build, options & years
The Honda CR-V ran from 1997–2026 across 6 generations (1997–2001, 2002–2006, 2007–2011, 2012–2016, 2017–2022, 2023–2026).
For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full Honda CR-V VIN decoder.
What the Honda CR-V sticker says about fuel
EPA figures for the 2026 CR-V, averaged across its 2 versions:
The label also prints an estimated $1,825 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles, and 347 g/mi of CO₂. In its EPA class (Small Sport Utility Vehicle, 2026) the best CR-V version ranks #5 of 57 on combined MPG (the class best is 43 mpg).
How the CR-V's sticker figure changed
Combined MPG by model year, 1997 to 2026:
Combined went from 21 mpg in 1997 to 35 in 2026. EPA revised its testing method in 2008, so stickers printed before and after that year are not directly comparable.
Safety ratings printed on the label
NHTSA results for the 2026 CR-V:
The weak spot is frontal crash: 4 stars against 5 overall. Against other models: safest cars ranking.
The CR-V sticker against its rivals
On combined MPG the CR-V (40 mpg, 2026) sits behind the Toyota RAV4.
| Model | EPA year | Best combined | NHTSA overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda CR-V | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Toyota RAV4 | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Jeep Wrangler | 2026 | — | |
| Mazda CX-5 | 2026 | 5★ |
What a used CR-V sells for now
Median asking price by model year, from 689 live US listings:
| Model year | Median asking price | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 35 listings | |
| 2025 | 23 listings | |
| 2024 | 47 listings | |
| 2023 | 21 listings | |
| 2022 | 31 listings | |
| 2021 | 38 listings | |
| 2020 | 36 listings | |
| 2019 | 59 listings | |
| 2018 | 91 listings | |
| 2017 | 77 listings | |
| 2016 | 115 listings | |
| 2015 | 116 listings |
A 2026 CR-V asks a median $38,348 today, a 2015 about $12,500. Full breakdown on the Honda CR-V value page.
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CR-V window sticker — every model year
ForCar has built 284 CR-V window stickers from VINs so far, opened 512 times. The most requested model years are 2026, 2027 and 2024.
Any CR-V from 1997–2026: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other Honda models: Honda window stickers.
Other Honda window stickers
| Model | Years covered | Class | Best EPA figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic | Subcompact Cars | 49 mpg | |
| Honda Accord | Midsize Cars | 48 mpg | |
| Honda Pilot | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 23 mpg | |
| Honda Odyssey | Minivan - 2WD | 22 mpg | |
| Honda Fit | Small Station Wagons | 118 mpg | |
| Honda Prelude | Subcompact Cars | 44 mpg |
Where to find the VIN on a Honda CR-V
- WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
- Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every CR-V, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
- DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a Honda CR-V all three must show the same number.
Window sticker — frequently asked
What MPG does the Honda CR-V window sticker show?
The 2026 label shows up to 40 mpg combined, #5 of 57 in its EPA class (Small Sport Utility Vehicle). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $1,825 a year.
What safety rating is on the Honda CR-V sticker?
5 stars overall from NHTSA for the 2026 model, by test: frontal crash 4, side crash 5, rollover 4.
Does the CR-V sticker show better MPG than the Toyota RAV4?
No: the most efficient 2026 CR-V reads 40 mpg combined, the 2026 Toyota RAV4 43.
Which Honda CR-V years do people look up most?
2026, with 82 of the 284 CR-V window stickers built on ForCar, followed by 2027 and 2024.
What is a used Honda CR-V worth now?
A 2026 asks a median $38,348 and a 2015 about $12,500, across 689 live listings. More on the Honda CR-V value page.
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