2026 Honda CR-V EX-L

The CR-V is Honda's compact SUV, a family hauler that competes with the Toyota RAV4, Nissan Rogue, and Mazda CX-5. The CR-V drives with a composed, planted feel, and its steering is accurate and well-weighted for a compact SUV. The ride is smooth and well-controlled over most surfaces, though the hybrid models can feel a bit firm over sharp bumps. Inside, the CR-V offers a spacious cabin with comfortable seats, a user-friendly layout, and generous cargo space for its class. Honda Sensing, including adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist, is standard, and higher trims add a large touchscreen and wireless phone charging. The EX-L sits above the EX and below the hybrid trims, trading a bit of fuel economy for leather seats and a power tailgate. Its 1.5L I4 makes 190 horsepower and pairs with a CVT, earning 30 mpg combined in front-wheel-drive form. Only the EX-L adds memory for the driver's seat and an auto-dimming mirror among the non-hybrid trims, giving it a more premium feel.