2016 Honda CR-V MPG
Across its 2 EPA-rated versions, the 2016 Honda CR-V returns 25–26 mpg city, 31–32 highway and 27–29 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 29 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and all-wheel drive and is rated 27 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2015 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V 2WD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 32 | 29 | Regular · 309 g CO₂/mi |
| CR-V 4WD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 31 | 27 | Regular · 326 g CO₂/mi |
2016 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 2016 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 (27 mpg combined) comes to about $2,420 a year, $170 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.
2016 Honda CR-V specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2016 Honda CR-V: a 2.4 L 4-cyl. It came with a CVT, in all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive versions. The EPA classes it as a small sport utility vehicle.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2016 Honda CR-V problems
Owners have filed 394 complaints about the 2016 Honda CR-V with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Engine is the most-reported area (18% of component mentions), followed by fuel/propulsion system (12%) and electrical system (12%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 36 complaints a year: fewer than the 2015 (56 a year) and the 2017 (176 a year).
That ranks 12th of 17 Honda CR-V model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 394, 40 mention a crash, 4 a fire and 28 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 101 | 18% |
| Unknown or other | 86 | 16% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 65 | 12% |
| Electrical system | 64 | 12% |
| Power train | 45 | 8% |
| Air bags | 32 | 6% |
| Vehicle speed control | 28 | 5% |
| Service brakes | 18 | 3% |
| Steering | 17 | 3% |
| Structure | 17 | 3% |
| Wheels | 13 | 2% |
| Visibility/wiper | 12 | 2% |
| Seats | 9 | 2% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 7 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 7 | 1% |
| Suspension | 7 | 1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | <1% |
| Tires | 5 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 2 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 2 | <1% |
| Visibility | 2 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | <1% |
| Interior lighting | 1 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
On August 8, 2026, while operating a 2016 Honda CR-V (62,459 original miles) at highway speeds, the engine’s factory water pump experienced a sudden, catastrophic internal failure and froze completely. …
My car has had trouble starting when sitting for long periods of time or in moderate heat. I've also noticed the gas per mile has decreased. The 2017 year of my car has a recall for the fuel pump. …
While I was driving on I-75 in Cincinnati OH my vehicle suddenly lost all power with no advanced warning. …
2016 Honda CR-V recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2016 Honda CR-V.
The most recent, campaign 23V858000 from December 2023, concerns gasoline fuel system.
15V714000 · October 29, 2015 · Air bags
Problem: The metal housing surrounding the driver's air bag inflator in these vehicles may have been manufactured incorrectly.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side frontal air bag module, 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 2016 Honda CR-V; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
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 2016 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2016 Mazda CX-5 (29 mpg), 2016 Nissan Rogue (28 mpg) and 2016 Subaru Outback (28 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2019 | 30 | 1,107 | 137 | 8 |
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FAQ
Is the 2016 CR-V a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2016 Honda CR-V has 36 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (12th most of 17 model years), 3 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 29 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2016 CR-V problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (101), fuel/propulsion system (65) and electrical system (64). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2016 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 2016 CR-V get?
The EPA rates the versions at 27–29 mpg combined (25–26 city, 31–32 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 CR-V per year?
About $2,250 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,420 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).