2026 Honda CR-V Sport-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 Sport-L adds leather-trimmed seats, a power tailgate, and a moonroof over the Sport, while skipping the Sport Touring's premium audio and ventilated seats. Its hybrid 2.0L I4 hybrid pairs with an automatic transmission to make 204 horsepower, and the front-wheel-drive setup delivers 40 mpg combined in real-world driving. The drive-mode selector lets you switch between Econ, Normal, Snow, and Sport, and the regenerative braking paddles let you adjust deceleration on the fly.