Key Specifications
- Horsepower
- 190 hp
- Torque
- 179 lb-ft
- Combined MPG
- 30 mpg
- Seating
- 5
- Cargo volume (seats up)
- 39.2 cu ft
- Curb weight
- 3,377 lb
- Displacement
- 1.5 L
- Fuel tank
- 14 gal
2018 Honda CR-V EX-L Specifications & Features
Specifications of the EX-L 2WD build. Pick another build above to see its figures.
How the 4 builds differ
Only the rows where builds disagree. Everything else is in the sheet above.
| EX-L 2WD | EX-L 2WD w/Navi | EX-L AWD | EX-L AWD w/Navi | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||||
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Range | ||||
| City MPG | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Highway MPG | 34 mpg | 34 mpg | 33 mpg | 33 mpg |
| Combined MPG | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 29 mpg | 29 mpg |
| Range (city) | 392 mi | 392 mi | 378 mi | 378 mi |
| Range (highway) | 476 mi | 476 mi | 462 mi | 462 mi |
| CO₂ emissions | 5.9 tons/yr | 5.9 tons/yr | 6.1 tons/yr | 6.1 tons/yr |
| EPA size class | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 4WD | Small SUV 4WD |
| Exterior Dimensions | ||||
| Width (with mirrors) | — | — | 73 in | 73 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 66.1 in | 66.5 in | 66.5 in |
| Front track | 63 in | 63 in | 62.9 in | 62.9 in |
| Rear track | 63.7 in | 63.7 in | 63.5 in | 63.5 in |
| Ground clearance | — | — | 8.2 in | 8.2 in |
| Weight & Capacities | ||||
| Curb weight | 3,377 lb | 3,377 lb | 3,492 lb | 3,492 lb |
| GVWR | — | — | 4,695 lb | 4,695 lb |
| Towing & Payload | ||||
| Max towing | — | — | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb |
| Max payload | — | — | 850 lb | 850 lb |
| Safety Ratings | ||||
| NHTSA rollover risk | 16.3% | 16.3% | 16.2% | 16.2% |
2018 Honda CR-V EX-L options, packages & colors
Factory pricing for EX-L 2WD. Dealer-installed accessories are priced by the dealer.
Exterior colors (14)
- White Diamond PearlWAIncluded
- Lunar Silver MetallicSIIncluded
- Modern Steel MetallicGYIncluded
- Crystal Black PearlBKIncluded
- Dark Olive MetallicGNIncluded
- White Diamond PearlWBIncluded
- Lunar Silver MetallicSXIncluded
- Gunmetal MetallicGBIncluded
- Modern Steel MetallicGXIncluded
- Crystal Black PearlBXIncluded
- Obsidian Blue PearlBUIncluded
- Basque Red Pearl IIRBIncluded
- Molten Lava PearlRDIncluded
- Sandstorm MetallicBGIncluded
Interior (3)
- Black, Leather Seat TrimBKIncluded
- Gray, Leather Seat TrimGRIncluded
- Ivory, Leather Seat TrimIVIncluded
Options (1)
- California EmissionsIncluded
Dealer-installed accessories (53)
- Engine Block Heater$80
- Trailer Hitch w/Hands Free$359
- Trailer Hitch$359
- Trailer Hitch Ball 1 7/8"$15
- Trailer Hitch Ball - 2"$15
- Trailer Hitch Harness$149
- Wheel Locks$56
- Black Wheel Locks$81
- Black Wheel Lug Nut Set (4)$225
- Moonroof Visor$152
- Rear Bumper Protector$110
- Rear Panel Protectors$90
- Front Sport Bumper$439
- Door Edge Guard$99
- Body Side Molding$225
- Hood Air Deflector$169
- Running Boards$549
- Splash Guard Set$104
- Sport Exhaust Finisher$158
- Back Up Sensor Attachment$264
- Door Visors$184
- Fender Emblems$105
- Hands-Free Access Pwr Tailgate Sensor Attachment$75
- Rear Sport Bumper$439
- Tent$382
- Wheels: 19" Diamond Cut Alloy$1,396
- Tires: P235/55R19 101H$868
- Heated Steering Wheel$433
- Hands-Free Access Power Tailgate Sensor w/Hitch$280
- Hands-Free Access Power Tailgate Adaptor for Hitch$110
- Interior Panel Trim$299
- Illuminated Door Sill Trim$290
- Interior Illumination$125
- Cargo Liner$199
- Black High Wall All Season Floor Mats$169
- High Wall All Season Floor Mats w/Blue Logo$179
- Roof Rails (For Crossbars)$399
- Roof Rails$399
- Roof Mount Bike Attachment$188
- Cargo Net$50
- Cargo Organizer$78
- Cargo Tray$114
- Crossbars$249
- Kayak Attachment$175
- Short Roof Box$498
- Roof Rack$349
- Ski Attachment$140
- Snowboard Attachment$146
- Surfboard Attachment$79
- Back Up Sensors$264
- Heated Steering Wheel Switch$67
- Seat Covers$239
- First Aid Kit$30
2018 Honda CR-V EX-L standard equipment
Included on every EX-L EX-L 2WD as delivered.
Entertainment (7)
- Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock and Steering Wheel Controls
- Radio: AM/FM/SiriusXM Audio System -inc: 180-Watts, 8 speakers, 7" display w/high-resolution WVGA (800x480) electrostatic touch-screen, customizable feature settings, Bluetooth streaming audio and HandsFreeLink, Pandora compatibility, Radio Data System (RDS), Speed-Sensitive Volume Control (SVC), USB audio interface w/1.0-amp port in center console, USB smartphone/audio interface w/1.5 amp port in center console, 12-volt power outlets (front and center console), HondaLink, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, SMS text message function and 2.5-Amp charging ports in 2nd-row
- Audio Theft Deterrent
- Integrated Roof Antenna
- 8 Speakers
- Wireless Phone Connectivity
- 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Exterior (23)
- Wheels: 18" Alloy
- Tires: P235/60R18 103H All-Season
- Steel Spare Wheel
- Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
- Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade
- Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
- Black Rear Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
- Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
- Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
- Body-Colored Door Handles
- Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Convex Spotter, Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator
- Fixed Rear Window w/Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
- Deep Tinted Glass
- Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Wipers
- Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
- Lip Spoiler
- Chrome Grille
- Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
- Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
- LED Brakelights
- Auto On/Off Projector Beam Halogen Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off
- Front Fog Lamps
- Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
Interior (57)
- Driver Seat
- Passenger Seat
- 60-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
- Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
- Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
- Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
- Heated Front Bucket Seats -inc: driver's seat w/12-way power adjustment, including 4-way power lumbar support, 2-position memory and front passengers seat w/4-way power adjustment
- Leather Steering Wheel
- Front Cupholder
- Rear Cupholder
- Compass
- Valet Function
- Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
- Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
- Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access and Mechanical Fuel
- HomeLink Garage Door Transmitter
- Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow
- HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
- Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
- Locking Glove Box
- Driver Foot Rest
- Full Cloth Headliner
- Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Wood Instrument Panel Insert, Simulated Wood Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents
- Leatherette Door Trim Insert
- Leather Gear Shifter Material
- Leather Seat Trim
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
- Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage, Conversation Mirror and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
- Front Map Lights
- Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
- Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
- Carpet Floor Trim
- Cargo Area Concealed Storage
- Roll-Up Cargo Cover
- Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch
- Cargo Space Lights
- Smart Device Integration
- Memory Settings -inc: Driver Seat and Door Mirrors
- FOB Controls -inc: Keyfob Cargo Access and Keyfob Remote Start
- Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
- Delayed Accessory Power
- Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
- Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
- Driver Information Center
- Trip Computer
- Outside Temp Gauge
- Digital/Analog Appearance
- Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
- Sliding Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest
- 1 Seatback Storage Pocket
- Seats w/Leatherette Back Material
- Immobilizer
- Perimeter Alarm
- 2 12V DC Power Outlets
- Air Filtration
Mechanical (15)
- Engine: 1.5L I-4 16-Valve DOHC -inc: single-scroll MHI TD03 turbo and internal wastegate
- Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode
- Transmission: Continuously Variable w/Sport Mode
- Front-Wheel Drive
- 5.64 Axle Ratio
- 36-Amp/Hr 410CCA Maintenance-Free Battery
- GVWR: 4,695 lbs
- Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
- Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
- Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
- 14 Gal. Fuel Tank
- Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
- Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
Safety-Exterior (1)
- Side Impact Beams
Safety-Interior (15)
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
- Blind Spot Information (BSI) System Blind Spot
- Collision Mitigation Braking System
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Road Departure Mitigation Lane Keeping Assist
- Road Departure Mitigation Lane Departure Warning
- Collision Mitigation-Front
- Driver Monitoring-Alert
- Low Tire Pressure Warning
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
- Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
- Airbag Occupancy Sensor
- Rear Child Safety Locks
- Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
- Back-Up Camera
Safety-Mechanical (3)
- Cruise Control-Steering Assist
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- ABS And Driveline Traction Control
2018 Honda CR-V recalls (5)
NHTSA campaigns for the 2018 Honda CR-V, all trims.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGERMay 20, 2026 NHTSA 26V332000 · 98,892 vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.
Risk: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPDec 17, 2023 NHTSA 23V858000 · 2,490,460 vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLYMar 8, 2023 NHTSA 23V158000 · 448,613 vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2020 CR-V, 2018-2019 Accord and Accord Hybrid, 2018-2020 Odyssey, 2019 Insight, and 2019-2020 Acura RDX vehicles. A manufacturing issue with the front seat belts may cause the seat belt buckle channel to interfere with the release button, preventing the seat belt buckle from latching.
Risk: An unlatched seat belt cannot properly restrain the seat occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle release buttons or the buckle assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are NDA, QDB, BDC, MDD, LD9. TDF, FDG, ODH, YDI, ZDE.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPMar 24, 2021 NHTSA 21V215000 · 624,552 vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid, RDX, TLX, Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Insight, 2019 Acura ILX, Honda Accord Hybrid, Civic Coupe, Civic Coupe Si, Civic Sedan, Civic Sedan Si, Civic Type R, Fit, HR-V, Odyssey, Passport, Pilot and Ridgeline, and 2018-2019 CR-V vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 18, 2021. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-314.
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEMSep 26, 2018 NHTSA 18V663000 · 54 vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Honda Civic and CR-V vehicles. The magnet that controls the torque sensor output signal for the electronic power steering system may not be properly secured, allowing the magnet to become dislodged. During a full lock turn, the dislodged magnet may cause steering assist to be applied in the opposite direction.
Risk: The unintended steering input reduces vehicle maneuverability and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gearbox assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are C2N, P2O.
Other 2018 Honda CR-V trims
Specifications, pricing and equipment from manufacturer data as published for the US market; recalls and crash ratings from NHTSA. Figures are as published at launch and may differ from a specific vehicle.