2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Hybrid Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
40
MPG
Highway
35
MPG
Combined
38
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 6 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

36.3MPG average-4.4% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 38 MPG · Owner reported avg: 36.3 MPG

Range: 31–50 MPG

Driving mix: City 65% / Highway 35%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 36.3 real world MPG based on 6 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 38 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (variable gear ratios)
Regular Hybrid
City
40
Hwy
35
Comb
38
Fuel cost: $1,800/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,800

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$3,000

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 8/10
GHG Score: 8/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
234 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
7.8 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 4-cyl
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Hybrid
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$1,772/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,351/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,535/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$1,633/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$1,785/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$1,780/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,207/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$1,823/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$1,715/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$1,756/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 38 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems385 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 385 owner complaints for the 2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid AWD. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), steering and engine. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Advanced Safety (ADAS)
119
Steering
92
Engine
63
Electrical System
54
Fuel System
35
Brakes
33
Speed Control
19
Power Train
19

2021 Honda CR-V Hybrid AWD problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 119 complaints, Steering: 92 complaints, Engine: 63 complaints, Electrical System: 54 complaints, Fuel System: 35 complaints, Brakes: 33 complaints, Speed Control: 19 complaints, Power Train: 19 complaints.

28
Crashes Reported
1
Fires Reported
23
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

SteeringFiled: 04/22/2026ODI#11733061
My 2021 Honda CR-V Touring model, with around 59000 miles on the odometer, has developed a problem in which the steering wheel gets "stuck" and resists being turned. Then, when more force is applied t…
EngineFiled: 10/07/20251 InjuryODI#11691956
The contact owns a 2021 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the battery failed to start the engine. The vehicle was jumpstarted, and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The contact noticed acid on to…
Advanced Safety (ADAS)Filed: 10/02/2021ODI#11435201
Purchased car on July 7, 2021, that same day the car did not start when stepped on brake and pushed start button. Happened again on July 8, 2021. Called Dealer, Took it in on July 9, 2021. They coul…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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