Key Specifications
- Horsepower
- 190 hp
- Torque
- 179 lb-ft
- Combined MPG
- 30 mpg
- Max towing
- 1,500 lb
- Seating
- 5
- Cargo volume (seats up)
- 39.2 cu ft
- Curb weight
- 3,337 lb
- Displacement
- 1.5 L
2020 Honda CR-V LX Specifications & Features
Specifications of the LX 2WD build. Pick another build above to see its figures.
How the 3 builds differ
Only the rows where builds disagree. Everything else is in the sheet above.
| LX 2WD | LX AWD (411602) | LX AWD (412794) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 | Gas/Electric I-4 |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | 1.5 L | 2 L |
| Displacement (cu in) | 91 cu in | 91 cu in | 122 cu in |
| Fuel system | Gasoline Direct Injection | Gasoline Direct Injection | Sequential MPI |
| Aspiration | Turbo | Turbo | Naturally aspirated |
| Horsepower | 190 hp | 190 hp | 212 hp |
| Horsepower RPM | 5,600 rpm | 5,600 rpm | 6,200 rpm |
| Torque | 179 lb-ft | 179 lb-ft | 129 lb-ft |
| Torque RPM | 2,000 rpm | 2,000 rpm | 3,500 rpm |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| 1st gear ratio | 2.65:1 | 2.65:1 | 2.45:1 |
| Reverse ratio | 1.86:1 | 1.86:1 | — |
| Final drive ratio | 5.64:1 | 5.64:1 | — |
| Fuel Economy & Range | |||
| City MPG | 28 mpg | 27 mpg | 40 mpg |
| Highway MPG | 34 mpg | 32 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Combined MPG | 30 mpg | 29 mpg | 38 mpg |
| Range (city) | 392 mi | 378 mi | 560 mi |
| Range (highway) | 476 mi | 448 mi | 490 mi |
| CO₂ emissions | 6 tons/yr | 6.1 tons/yr | 4.7 tons/yr |
| EPA size class | Small SUV 2WD | Small SUV 4WD | Small SUV 4WD |
| Exterior Dimensions | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.8 in | 104.7 in | 104.7 in |
| Width (with mirrors) | — | 73 in | 73 in |
| Height | 66.1 in | 66.5 in | 66.5 in |
| Front track | 63 in | 62.9 in | 62.9 in |
| Rear track | 63.7 in | 63.5 in | 63.5 in |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.2 in | 8.2 in |
| Cargo & Bed | |||
| Cargo volume (seats up) | 39.2 cu ft | 39.2 cu ft | 33.2 cu ft |
| Cargo volume (seats folded) | 75.8 cu ft | 75.8 cu ft | 68.7 cu ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 39.2 cu ft | 39.2 cu ft | 33.2 cu ft |
| Weight & Capacities | |||
| Curb weight | 3,337 lb | 3,455 lb | 3,649 lb |
| GVWR | — | 4,695 lb | — |
| Towing & Payload | |||
| Max towing | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | — |
| Max trailer (dead-weight hitch) | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | — |
| Max tongue (dead-weight hitch) | 150 lb | 150 lb | — |
| Max trailer (weight-distributing hitch) | 1,500 lb | 1,500 lb | — |
| Max tongue (weight-distributing hitch) | 150 lb | 150 lb | — |
| Max payload | — | 850 lb | 850 lb |
| Wheels & Tires | |||
| Spare tire | Compact | Compact | — |
| Spare wheel material | Steel | Steel | — |
| Electrical | |||
| Battery cold-cranking amps | 410 A | 410 A | — |
| Warranty | |||
| EV/hybrid battery warranty (years) | — | — | 8 yr |
| EV/hybrid battery warranty (miles) | — | — | 100,000 mi |
| EV/hybrid battery warranty unlimited miles | — | — | No |
2020 Honda CR-V LX options, packages & colors
Factory pricing for LX 2WD. Dealer-installed accessories are priced by the dealer.
Exterior colors (6)
- Lunar Silver MetallicSVIncluded
- Modern Steel MetallicGYIncluded
- Crystal Black PearlBKIncluded
- Platinum White PearlWYIncluded
- Obsidian Blue PearlBPIncluded
- Radiant Red MetallicRZIncluded
Interior (3)
- Gray, Cloth Seat TrimGRIncluded
- Black, Cloth Seat TrimBKIncluded
- Ivory, Cloth Seat TrimIVIncluded
Options (1)
- CARB-Certified LEV3-ULEV50 Emissions SystemIncluded
Dealer-installed accessories (67)
- Illumination Package B$705
- Graphics Package$299
- Blue Graphics Package$299
- Silver Graphics Package$299
- All-In Package$3,192
- Dark Accent Package A$1,078
- Dark Accent Package B$2,735
- Rugged Package$1,017
- Styling Package$1,078
- Utility Package A$1,087
- Utility Package B$1,515
- Engine Block Heater$80
- Trailer Hitch$359
- Trailer Hitch Ball 1-7/8"$15
- Trailer Hitch Ball 2"$15
- Trailer Hitch Harness$149
- Black Wheel Locks$81
- Chrome Wheel Locks$56
- Rear Bumper Protector$110
- Body Side Molding$225
- Frame Mount Bike Attachment$188
- Exhaust Pipe Finisher$158
- Gloss Black Front Grille$299
- Running Boards$549
- Gloss Black Side Lower Trim$300
- Splash Guard Set$104
- Tailgate Spoiler$299
- Door Edge Guard$99
- Door Handle Film$50
- Door Sill Protection Film$75
- Door Visors$184
- Fender Accent Trim$105
- Hands Free Power Tailgate Sensor Adaptor$110
- Hands Free Power Tailgate Sensor Attachment$75
- Hood Air Deflector$169
- Kayak Attachment$230
- Surfboard Attachment$150
- Tent$382
- Black Valve Stem Caps H-Mark$20
- Chrome Valve Stem Caps H-Mark$20
- Black Wheel Lug Nut Set$225
- Wheels: 19" Black Alloy$1,396
- Wheels: 19" Diamond Cut Alloy$1,396
- Tires: 235/55R19 101H$564
- Rear Seat Cover$239
- Heated Steering Wheel$433
- Carbon Fiber-Look Interior Trim$290
- Blue Interior Illumination$125
- Blue Illuminated Door Sill$290
- All-Season Blue Mat$179
- All-Season High Wall Mat$169
- Cargo Liner$199
- Roof Rails$399
- Cargo Net$50
- Cargo Organizer$78
- Cargo Tray$114
- Crossbars$249
- Roof Basket$369
- Short Roof Box$490
- Roof Rack$349
- Ski Attachment$250
- Parking Sensor Attachment$257
- Parking Sensors$257
- Heated Steering Wheel Switch$67
- Rear Panel Lining Cover$90
- Seat Back Protector$99
- First Aid Kit$30
2020 Honda CR-V LX standard equipment
Included on every LX LX 2WD as delivered.
Entertainment (7)
- Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls and Voice Activation
- Radio: 160-Watt AM/FM Audio System -inc: 4 speakers, 5" color LCD screen, Bluetooth streaming audio and HandsFreeLink, Pandora compatibility, Radio Data System (RDS), Speed-sensitive Volume Control (SVC), 1.0-amp USB audio interface w/1 port in center console and 12-volt power outlet in center console
- 4 Speakers
- Audio Theft Deterrent
- Integrated Roof Antenna
- Wireless Phone Connectivity
- 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Exterior (22)
- Wheels: 17" Alloy
- Tires: 235/65R17 104H All-Season
- Steel Spare Wheel
- Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
- Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Metal-Look Bumper Insert
- Black Rear Bumper w/Metal-Look Bumper Insert
- Black Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim
- Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
- Black Door Handles
- Black Power Side Mirrors w/Convex Spotter and Manual Folding
- Fixed Rear Window w/Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster
- Light Tinted Glass
- Fixed Interval Wipers
- Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
- Lip Spoiler
- Grille w/Chrome Bar
- Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
- Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
- Programmable Projector Beam Halogen Daytime Running Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off
- Perimeter/Approach Lights
- LED Brakelights
- Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
Interior (47)
- Driver Seat
- 4-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Fore/Aft Movement
- 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
- Front Bucket Seats -inc: driver's seat w/6-way manual adjustment
- Front Cupholder
- Rear Cupholder
- Valet Function
- Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
- Remote Releases -Inc: Mechanical Fuel
- Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow
- Automatic Air Conditioning
- HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
- Locking Glove Box
- Driver Foot Rest
- Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Metal-Look Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
- Full Cloth Headliner
- Cloth Door Trim Insert
- Urethane Gear Shifter Material
- Cloth Seat Trim
- Day-Night Rearview Mirror
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
- Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage, Conversation Mirror and 1 12V DC Power Outlet
- 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
- Cargo Space Lights
- FOB Controls -inc: Keyfob Cargo Access
- Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
- Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver 1-Touch Up/Down
- Delayed Accessory Power
- Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
- Driver Information Center
- Trip Computer
- Outside Temp Gauge
- Digital/Analog Appearance
- Seats w/Cloth Back Material
- Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
- Sliding Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest
- Immobilizer
- 1 12V DC Power Outlet
- Air Filtration
Mechanical (17)
- Engine: 1.5L I-4 16-Valve DOHC w/Turbocharger
- Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
- 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
- 850# Maximum Payload
- GVWR: TBD
- 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 (13)
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
- Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) + FCW
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) w/Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) w/Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) 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
2020 Honda CR-V recalls (9)
NHTSA campaigns for the 2020 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.
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGERJan 31, 2024 NHTSA 24V064000 · 750,114 vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Pilot, Accord, Civic sedan, HR-V, Odyssey, 2020 Civic coupe, Fit, 2021-2022 Civic hatchback, 2021 Civic Type R, Insight, 2020-2021 CR-V, CR-V Hybrid, Passport, Ridgeline, Accord Hybrid, 2020 Acura MDX, 2022 Acura MDX, 2020-2022 Acura RDX, and 2020-2021 Acura TLX vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, failing to suppress the air bag as intended.
Risk: An air bag that deploys unintentionally during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2024, October 18, 2024, and August 2025. This is a phased recall. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for these recalls are XHP and VHQ.
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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLESDec 12, 2023 NHTSA 23V844000 · 106,030 vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid vehicles. The 12-Volt battery cable routed outside of the body frame is missing a fuse on the power circuit, which can allow the battery cable to short circuit or overheat during a crash.
Risk: An overheated battery cable or short circuit can increase the risk of a fire or injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the battery cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is FGB.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSJul 26, 2023 NHTSA 23V524000 · 5 vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017, 2020, and 2022 CR-V vehicles. The certification label on the driver's side door states incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), and tire size information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: An incorrectly sized tire may cause premature tread wear, or a tire blow out, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new corrected label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is CF7.
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:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLYMay 25, 2022 NHTSA 22V380000 · 212 vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 CR-V vehicles. The clip for the absorber inside the fuel tank was not secured properly and may detach, which can cause an inaccurate fuel gauge reading.
Risk: An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 5, 2022. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is RCB.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYDec 16, 2020 NHTSA 20V798000 · 27,838 vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020 CR-V Hybrid, Accord Hybrid, and 2020-2021 Insight vehicles. The DC-DC converter may shut down and prevent the 12-volt battery from recharging, possibly resulting in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will update the power converter unit (PCU) software, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2021. Owners can contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is K9E.
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERSDec 4, 2019 NHTSA 19V865000 · 358 vehicles
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CR-V vehicles. The rear subframe bolts were improperly manufactured and may loosen, allowing the rear subframe to separate.
Risk: A separated rear subframe reduces vehicle handling and can suddenly disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear subframe bolts and retorque them or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2020. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is R6M.
Other 2020 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.