2021 Honda CR-V

US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

The 2021 Honda CR-V is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (Hybrid)
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: Automatic
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

HYBRID

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

Not available

Transmission

AUTOMATIC

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (Hybrid)
Displacement	1.5 L to 2.0 L
Cylinders	4
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Hybrid	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Drivetrain	Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD

Not available from our sources: Gears.

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	38 mpg (6.2 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	40 mpg (5.9 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)
Highway	35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) to 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 15, 2026.

26V332000: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH,…
Reported May 21, 2026. View on NHTSA
24V064000: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these…
Reported February 1, 2024. View on NHTSA
23V858000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an…
Reported December 18, 2023. View on NHTSA
21V900000: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 Accord Sedan, Accord Hybrid, CR-V, Ridgeline, 2022 Insight and CR-V Hybrid vehicles. The automatic locking retractor on the second-row center seat belt assembly may deactivate improperly, which can result in an unsecured child restraint system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the second-row center seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138.
Reported November 18, 2021. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 11, 2026

Data verified: October 12, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2021 Honda CR-V have?

Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (Hybrid). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Honda CR-V?

Combined fuel economy is 38 mpg (6.2 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2021 Honda CR-V front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2021 Honda CR-V?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 15, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.