Sport-L Hybrid FWD
What the Sport-L Hybrid adds over the LX (+$7,805)
The $7,805 premium buys a hybrid powertrain (43/36/40 mpg vs 28/33/30), 18-in forged alloy wheels, leather seats, heated front seats, power moonroof, power tailgate, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, parking sensors, dual-zone climate, 10-way power driver seat with memory, and a 320-watt audio system. Trade-offs: less cargo space, less horsepower, and less torque.
Pick the LX if: You want more power, more cargo room, or want to spend less. · Pick the Sport-L Hybrid if: You want better fuel economy and a longer list of comfort and safety features.
Written from the differences listed below only; no outside facts.
| Spec | LX | Sport-L Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 76.5 cu-ft | 71.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 39.3 cu-ft | 36.3 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3472 lbs | 3777 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3472 lbs | 3777 lbs |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | naturally aspirated |
| Engine displacement | 1498 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horsepower | 190 hp | 145 hp |
| Torque | 179 lb-ft | 138 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | In-Line 4-Cylinder with Turbocharger | Atkinson In-Line 4-cylinder |
| Front headroom | 40 in | 38.2 in |
| MPG (city) | 28 mpg | 43 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 30 mpg | 40 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $30,920 | $38,725 |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 104H | 235/60R18 103H |
| Final drive ratio | 5.6 | 4.4 |
| Transmission type | cvt | Direct Drive (eCVT) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.3 ft | 37 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10.2-Inch TFT Meter Display, 320-Watt Audio System with 8 Speakers, Active Sound Control, Ambient LED Lighting - White, Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror, Black Roof Rails, Blind Spot Information System (BSI), Cross Traffic Monitor (CTM), Deceleration Selectors, Direct Drive Unit, Driver's Seat with 10-Way Power Adjustment with 2-Way Power Lumbar Support, Dual Chrome Exhaust Finishers, Dual Zone Climate Control, Dynamic Drive Modes (5-Mode: Individual/Sport/Normal/Econ/Snow), Gloss Black Mirror Caps, Heated Front Seats, Heated Side Mirrors, HondaLink Subscription Services, Illuminated Sunvisor Vanity (Driver & Passenger), Key Fob Activated Remote Engine Start, Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel & Shift Knob, Leather-Trimmed Seats, Low Speed Braking Control, One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature, Parking Sensors (4 Front & 4 Rear), Passenger Seat with 4-Way Power Adjustment, Power Tailgate, Power Windows with Auto Up/Down All Windows, Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock®, Tire Repair Kit, Two-Motor Hybrid System, Two-Position Driver's Seat Memory, USB-C 3.0A Charging Port (x1) - Front Seats, USB-C 3.0A Charging Port (x2) - Rear Seats, Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 71.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 36.3 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | HondaLink |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in |
| Overall height | 66.2 in |
| Overall length | 184.8 in |
| Overall width | 73.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1993 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | Atkinson In-Line 4-cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 145 hp |
| Torque | 138 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 43 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 40 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 36 mpg |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 14 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38.2 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.2 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $38,725 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.9 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.9 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Dual Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/60R18 103H |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.4 |
| Transmission type | Direct Drive (eCVT) |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3777 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3777 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety29 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Driver & Passenger i-SRS Airbag System
- Front i-side Airbag System
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
- Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
- Side Curtain Airbag System
- Rear i-side Airbag System
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow
- Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
- Auto High Beam Headlights
- Blind Spot Information System (BSI)
- Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
- Cross Traffic Monitor (CTM)
- Driver & Passenger Knee Airbag System
- Hill Descent Control
- Hill Start Assist
- Low Speed Braking Control
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All)
- Parking Sensors (4 Front & 4 Rear)
- Post Collision Braking System
- Rear Seat Reminder (RSR)
- Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
- Seat Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions
- Traffic Jam Assist (Traffic Jam Driving Support Function)
- Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR)
- Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) with Brake-Traction Control System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Infotainment12 std · 0 opt
- Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability
- 320-Watt Audio System with 8 Speakers
- 9-inch Color Touchscreen
- Bluetooth® Streaming Audio
- HondaLink Subscription Services
- Hondalink
- USB-C 3.0A Charging Port (x1) - Front Seats
- USB-C 3.0A Charging Port (x2) - Rear Seats
- USB-C 3.0A Smartphone / Audio Interface (x1) - Front Seats
- Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility
- Wireless Charging Pad (Qi)
Convenience8 std · 0 opt
- Key Fob Activated Remote Engine Start
- Cruise Control
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold
- One-Touch Turn Indicators
- Power Tailgate
- Power Windows with Auto Up/Down All Windows
- Push Button Start
- Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock®
Climate3 std · 0 opt
- Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System
- Dual Zone Climate Control
- Humidity Sensor
Seating5 std · 0 opt
- Heated Front Seats
- Driver's Seat with 10-Way Power Adjustment with 2-Way Power Lumbar Support
- Leather-Trimmed Seats
- Passenger Seat with 4-Way Power Adjustment
- Two-Position Driver's Seat Memory
Interior9 std · 0 opt
- Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- 10.2-Inch TFT Meter Display
- Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC)
- Active Sound Control
- Ambient LED Lighting - White
- LED Front & Rear Map Lights
- Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel & Shift Knob
- Sunglasses Holder
- Illuminated Sunvisor Vanity (Driver & Passenger)
Exterior17 std · 0 opt
- One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature
- Auto On/Off Headlights
- Black Roof Rails
- Capless Fuel Filler
- Dual Chrome Exhaust Finishers
- Gloss Black Mirror Caps
- Halogen Rear Turn Indicators
- Heated Side Mirrors
- LED Daytime Running Light (DRL)
- LED Front Turn Indicators
- LED Headlights & Taillights
- LED Side Mirror Turn Indicator
- Power Side Mirrors
- Privacy Glass
- Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door
- Smart Clear Wiper
- Tire Repair Kit
Powertrain6 std · 2 opt
- Real-Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™optional
- Front-Wheel Driveoptional
- Deceleration Selectors
- Direct Drive Unit
- Direct Fuel Injection
- Dynamic Drive Modes (5-Mode: Individual/Sport/Normal/Econ/Snow)
- Honda Maintenance Program 1yr / 12k miles
- Two-Motor Hybrid System
Chassis4 std · 0 opt
- Agile Handling Assist
- Dual Pinion Assist Electric Power Steering (EPS)
- MacPherson Strut Front Suspension
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 CR-V. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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