The 2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid AWD 2.0L 4-cylinder gets 38 MPG combined, a great number in the compact SUV class. It’s designed for families and those who value reliability, safety, and good gas mileage in a practical vehicle. It’s a vehicle for those who need cargo space and all-weather capability without using too much gas.

City and highway performance

The EPA estimates for city and highway driving show the CR-V Hybrid’s strengths, it works best in cities. Its 40 MPG city rating shows how well the hybrid system’s regenerative braking and electric motor help in stop-and-go traffic. The 35 MPG highway rating is good, but it shows how hybrids tend to be less efficient at higher speeds, where the engine does most of the work.

Annual fuel cost

The EPA estimates the annual fuel cost for the 2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid AWD is $1,150. This assumes 15,000 miles driven per year, using the national average fuel price. Individual fuel costs will change depending on driving habits and local gas prices, but this gives a standard comparison point. The CR-V Hybrid uses regular unleaded fuel, which helps keep costs down.

Real-world expectations

The real-world MPG you get depends on how and where you drive. Expect numbers close to the EPA estimates, especially with mixed driving. Quick acceleration and frequent high-speed driving will lower your fuel economy. Driving gently and maximizing regenerative braking will help you meet or beat the EPA’s 40 MPG city rating. Owners often report numbers within a few MPG of the official estimates, showing that the CR-V Hybrid’s efficiency is achievable.

How it compares

The CR-V Hybrid’s fuel economy compares well to other cars in its class. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, a top competitor, gets an EPA-estimated 40 MPG combined. The Ford Escape Hybrid gets a similar 41 MPG combined. The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, in its Blue trim, also matches the RAV4 Hybrid’s 38 MPG combined. The CR-V’s market position depends on what features, reliability, and value consumers prefer, but all options are competitive. For buyers who want space and Honda’s reputation for dependability, accepting the CR-V’s MPG (compared to the Escape) is a tradeoff, and checking CR V MPG across all years would be smart. Those numbers are only achievable with the hybrid trims; fuel economy is much lower on the non-hybrid trims.

Tips to maximize efficiency

Whenever you can, use the CR-V Hybrid’s EV mode for slow driving and short trips. This lets you drive only on electric power, saving gas and emissions when it makes sense.

Accelerate and brake gently to save gas. Avoid quick starts and stops, which waste energy. Instead, accelerate smoothly, and brake slowly to allow the regenerative braking system to capture energy and recharge the battery.

Correct tire inflation can improve fuel mileage a lot. Check your tire pressure often, and keep them inflated to the recommended levels, found on a sticker on the driver’s side doorjamb. Low tires create more resistance, which lowers fuel economy.

Remove extra weight from the car: carrying unneeded cargo increases fuel use. Even small weight reductions can give you better MPG over time.

Use cruise control on the highway to keep a consistent speed to help avoid wasted acceleration and deceleration, improving gas mileage. Remember to watch traffic and adjust your speed as things change.