The 2026 CR-V Welcomes Improved Features and a New Trim to the Lineup

Drivers who love to explore the great outdoors and desire a rugged yet efficient model will be excited by the biggest news about the 2026 Honda CR-V. Honda has decided to add a new trim to the CR-V: the Honda CR-V TrailSport Hybrid. This new trim joins the returning Sport, Sport L, and Sport Touring hybrid models of the CR-V, as well as the LX, EX, and EX-L on the CR-V models with a conventional gas engine. This puts together two things folks love about Honda in one exciting model. TrailSport has taken its place as Honda’s off-road-ready trim, offered on the Ridgeline truck and Pilot and Passport SUVs. However, none of these also feature a hybrid powertrain. This helps set the 2026 Honda CR-V apart from its other Honda counterparts.

The CR-V TrailSport Hybrid features a 2.0-liter I-4 HEV powertrain, combining a gas engine with a pair of electric motors to help reduce fuel consumption, providing you with an impressive EPA-estimated 38 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway.^[b] At the same time, it features Honda’s Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System. This provides the traction you need when you encounter uneven pavement, inclement weather, and unpaved surfaces. The CR-V TrailSport Hybrid rides on a set of 18-inch Shark Grey wheels that are unique to the trim level, which come wrapped with Continental CrossContact ATR all-terrain tires. These have deeper treads than the standard all-season tires on other CR-V models, delivering better grip, which is a must when taking on a rugged trail.

While the exterior of the CR-V TrailSport Hybrid is tough, the interior has all the comfort and convenience folks associate with the model. The passenger cabin is roomy, and features heated front seats and steering wheel, which will come in handy on cold mornings. The TrailSport logo is embroidered on the front seat headrests and is also molded into the all-season rubber floor mats. These are easy to clean, which is helpful if you happen to track any mud in from outdoors. There is also a wireless phone charger to help you keep your devices charged even if you left your charging cables at home. A power tailgate completes the package, making it easier to access your belongings after a long day off-roading or just a busy day spent shopping or at the office.

Honda has built its reputation on innovation. Throughout the years, their vehicles have always featured some of the most technologically savvy features, using innovative ways to improve function, performance, safety, and enjoyment. This is certainly the case with Honda’s infotainment system. This feature helps you and your passengers stay connected and entertained wherever your Honda CR-V takes you. For the 2026 CR-V, Honda has given the vehicle an upgraded infotainment system that comes standard on every trim level. This means that you will get all of the great features the system has to offer without having to pay a premium for the best items that used to only come on the top Sport Touring Hybrid trim.

The system starts with a larger nine-inch color touchscreen. This increases the standard size by a full two inches, making the apps easier to see and access. You also get standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. This allows you to make hands-free calls and texts wherever you go, even if you left your phone’s charging cables at home. Simply connect your phone to the system using the easy-to-follow instructions on the infotainment screen. You can also stream your favorite music over the infotainment system, setting a soundtrack for the latest trip in your CR-V.

Since wireless connectivity can deplete the charge on your phone, Honda has made a wireless phone charger standard on all models. This pad will allow you to charge up your phone by simply placing it on the pad. So, once you arrive at your destination, you should have enough charge on your phone to use it after leaving your vehicle. This attention to innovation can also be seen in the new 10.2-inch full-digital display that comes standard on the EX-L, Sport-L, TrailSport, and Sport Touring trims. This works with all of your Honda Sensing settings for the CR-V’s safety and driver assistance features. It also makes it easier for you to access important vehicle information through the user-selectable functions on your steering wheel.

The Sport Touring model is also the first Honda CR-V to feature Google built-in. This feature lets you take your favorite Google apps with you when you are driving your 2026 CR-V. Your Google Assistant will help you find restaurants, service stations, tourist destinations, and other places you might want to visit, while Google Maps will help you find the best way to get there. You also have access to Google Play, so you can download your favorite apps for your CR-V.

Traction management is a feature designed to enhance the performance of all-wheel drive models of the Honda CR-V. Honda has improved the system for the 2026 model, giving it better performance when you are driving at speeds below nine mph. During these more slower excursions on rougher terrain, the system adds more force to the slipping wheels and applying more torque to the ones that are gripping the road or trail. This will improve the CR-V’s traction, especially in inclement weather and off-road conditions. This is because you are more likely to encounter slippery pavement or uneven and damp terrain when driving your Honda CR-V in these types of situations.

Honda is always taking steps to improve its vehicles. This is certainly true of the CR-V. This compact SUV is a standout model in the Honda lineup, which is clear for so many reasons. It is fuel-efficient, especially if you opt for one of the four hybrid trims. It also has plenty of room for up to five passengers, with a great amount of cargo space in the trunk. Like many other Honda models, the CR-V stands out for its safety and dependability. Even with so much to offer, the folks at Honda decided to make the model even better. The result is the 2026 CR-V, which features an improved infotainment system, more technological features, an enhanced all-wheel drive system, and a brand-new off-road trim, the TrailSport Hybrid. Once again, Honda shows how you can make a great vehicle even better. Come in today and make your next SUV a 2026 Honda CR-V with us!