2026 Honda CR-V Fuel Cell Review, Pricing, and Specs
Overview
The Honda CR-V Fuel Cell is not for everyone. For starters, it's only offered in California—and in limited quantities. But hydrogen filling stations are hard to find even in California, so you'll want to live near one to get the most out of this alternative powertrain. Honda recognizes the challenge of finding hydrogen fuel, though, and has equipped the e:FCEV with a plug and a battery that can take it an extra 29 miles once its hydrogen tanks run dry. That's additional peace of mind that its fuel-cell rivals, the Toyota Mirai sedan and Hyundai Nexo crossover, don't offer. Range restrictions aside, this CR-V acts pretty similar to any other.
What's New for 2026?
The CR-V e:FCEV was a new addition for 2025, and no big changes are expected in its second model year.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The price of the 2026 Honda CR-V Fuel Cell is expected to start around $52,000.
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The base price of the CR-V e:FCEV is on the high side, but it's only offered in fancy Touring trim. That means plenty of desirable features are standard, including a digital gauge display, a heated steering wheel, and leather upholstery. Only two colors are offered: white and gray.
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EV Motor, Power, and Performance
Honda's hydrogen fuel cell powertrain consists of a single motor that makes 174 horsepower and drives the front wheels. Two hydrogen tanks are mounted underneath and behind the rear seat; the fuel cell system and drive unit are mounted under the hood. If the tanks should run out before you can make it to the hydrogen refueling station, a 17.7-kWh battery pack is on board for some reserve driving range. Honda claims the system is twice as durable, starts up much faster in cold weather, and costs two-thirds less to build than Honda's previous setup. We had a chance to take a CR-V Fuel Cell for a brief test drive and found it drives much like the standard CR-V and the steering feel was actually improved over the hybrid variant. The interior remains calm and quiet during cruising, too.
0–60-MPH Times
The CR-V e:FCEV is noticeably pokier than the CR-V Hybrid, and we estimate that it will need 8.6 seconds to reach 60 mph. When we get a chance, we'll take the CR-V Fuel Cell to our test track and update this story with acceleration results.
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Range, Charging, and Battery Life
The CR-V Fuel Cell's hydrogen system is good for an estimated 241 miles of driving range and the onboard 17.7-kWh battery pack is good for an additional 29 miles, per the EPA. Refueling the hydrogen tanks takes mere minutes, but recharging the battery pack for that extra reserve range will take two hours on a 240-volt connection. Luckily, you can tell the powertrain to charge the battery using power from the fuel cell while driving should you need to juice the battery on the go.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPGe
The EPA hasn't released any fuel economy information for the 2026 CR-V Fuel Cell yet, but the 2025 model earned ratings of 52 MPGe city and 57 MPGe highway. For more information about the CR-V Fuel Cell's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The CR-V Fuel Cell's handsome interior design is highlighted by a honeycomb-textured insert spanning most of the dash, discreetly hiding the air vents. The steering wheel frames a digital gauge cluster. The front seats are comfortable for long drives and the straightforward driving position should accommodate a wide range of body sizes. Between the front-seat passengers is a large center console bin, and behind them are reclining rear seats with plenty of legroom. The main differences you'll find inside the cabin when comparing the CR-V Fuel Cell to the standard CR-V are the push-button shifter and the smaller cargo capacity due to the hydrogen tanks mounted in the rear.
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Infotainment and Connectivity
A 9.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is standard on the CR-V e:FCEV and it runs Honda's latest infotainment interface which is simple and easy to use. It doesn't include a tuning knob, but there is a volume knob that accompanies the built-in navigation, plus two USB-C ports for rear-seat passengers and wireless smartphone charging.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
Honda equips every CR-V with a boatload of standard driver-assistance technology. Along with standard blind-spot monitoring, the compact SUV also comes with a driver-attention monitor, traffic-sign recognition, and a back-seat reminder. For more information about the CR-V's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
Standard forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking
Standard lane-keeping assist and lane-departure warning
Standard adaptive cruise control
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
The CR-V Fuel Cell comes with the same warranty that is standard on all other new Honda models and a similar one to other electric SUVs from mainstream automakers. Honda's usual coverage package also includes one year of complimentary scheduled maintenance as a bonus.
Limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles
Powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles
Electric components are covered for eight years or 100,000 miles
Complimentary maintenance is covered for one year or 12,000 miles
Specifications
Specifications
2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV
Vehicle Type: front-engine, front-motor, front-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon
PRICE (C/D EST)
Base: $60,000
MOTOR
AC motor, 174 hp, 229 lb-ft, 17.7-kWh lithium-ion battery pack
FUEL-CELL
solid-polymer-electrolyte, 124 hp
TRANSMISSION
direct-drive
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 106.3 in
Length: 187.6 in
Width: 73.4 in
Height: 66.6 in
Passenger Volume, F/R: 53/51 ft3
Curb Weight (C/D est): 4400 lb
PERFORMANCE (C/D EST)
60 mph: 8.6 sec
1/4-Mile: 17.8 sec
EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/City/Highway: 61/52/57 MPGe
Highway Range: 270 miles
EV Range: 29 mi
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