2015 Honda CR-V MPG
EPA ratings for the 2015 Honda CR-V run from 26–27 mpg in town to 32–33 on the highway, or 28–29 combined, depending on which of its 2 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 29 mpg combined. At the other end, the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive manages 28 mpg combined, 1 mpg less. That is 3 mpg better than the best gasoline 2014 version (26 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 2WD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 33 | 29 | Regular · 306 g CO₂/mi |
| CR-V 4WD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 26 | 32 | 28 | Regular · 317 g CO₂/mi |
2015 Honda CR-V fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2015 Honda CR-V costs about $2,250 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (29 mpg combined), or roughly 15 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (28 mpg combined) comes to about $2,330 a year, $80 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2015 Honda CR-V specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2015 Honda CR-V: a 2.4 L 4-cyl. It came with a CVT, in all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive versions. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Small Sport Utility Vehicle" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2015 Honda CR-V problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 672 owner complaints about the 2015 Honda CR-V.
Engine is the most-reported area (25% of component mentions), followed by power train (15%) and electrical system (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 56 complaints a year: more than the 2014 (45 a year) and the 2016 (36 a year).
That ranks 9th of 17 Honda CR-V model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 672, 38 mention a crash, 4 a fire and 18 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 243 | 25% |
| Power train | 150 | 15% |
| Unknown or other | 144 | 15% |
| Electrical system | 84 | 9% |
| Steering | 45 | 5% |
| Seats | 39 | 4% |
| Service brakes | 36 | 4% |
| Structure | 36 | 4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 32 | 3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 31 | 3% |
| Air bags | 25 | 3% |
| Suspension | 20 | 2% |
| Wheels | 16 | 2% |
| Visibility/wiper | 15 | 2% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 12 | 1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 12 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 11 | 1% |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 6 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 5 | <1% |
| Visibility | 4 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 3 | <1% |
| Tires | 3 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact’s daughter owns a 2015 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart. …
I am reporting a potential safety defect involving the transmission housing of my 2015 Honda CR-V. The transmission housing has been diagnosed as porous, allowing transmission fluid to leak through the housing itself. …
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda CR-V. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. …
2015 Honda CR-V recalls
The 2015 Honda CR-V has been the subject of 3 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 23V858000 from December 2023, concerns gasoline fuel system.
15V121000 · March 2, 2015 · Engine and engine cooling
Problem: The affected vehicles may have been assembled with improperly torqued connecting rod bolts, which can cause the engine to lose power or leak oil.
Risk: Loss of engine power may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine short block, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | CR-V years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V858000 | December 18, 2023 | Gasoline fuel system | 2013–2023 |
| 17V305000 | May 4, 2017 | Engine | 2015–2016 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2015 Honda CR-V; the best overall score is 4 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Honda CR-Vs can be compared fairly. Among other 2015 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2015 Mazda CX-5 (29 mpg), 2015 Nissan Rogue (28 mpg) and 2015 Subaru Outback (28 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 26 | 403 | 27 | 3 |
| 2013 | 26 | 382 | 27 | 2 |
| 2014 | 26 | 587 | 45 | 1 |
| 2015 | 29 | 672 | 56 | 3 |
| 2016 | 29 | 394 | 36 | 3 |
| 2017 | 30 | 1,776 | 176 | 7 |
| 2018 | 30 | 2,161 | 238 | 5 |
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FAQ
Is the 2015 CR-V a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2015 Honda CR-V has 56 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (9th most of 17 model years), 3 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 29 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2015 CR-V problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (243), power train (150) and electrical system (84). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2015 CR-V have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 CR-V get?
The EPA rates the versions at 28–29 mpg combined (26–27 city, 32–33 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 CR-V per year?
About $2,250 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,330 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).