2018 Honda CR-V MPG
Across its 4 EPA-rated versions, the 2018 Honda CR-V returns 25–28 mpg city, 31–34 highway and 27–30 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with a CVT and front-wheel drive, at 30 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 2017 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V FWD | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 34 | 30 | Regular · 292 g CO₂/mi |
| CR-V AWD | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 27 | 33 | 29 | Regular · 303 g CO₂/mi |
| CR-V FWD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 32 | 28 | Regular · 312 g CO₂/mi |
| CR-V AWD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 31 | 27 | Regular · 327 g CO₂/mi |
2018 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 2018 Honda CR-V costs about $2,180 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (30 mpg combined), or roughly 15 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (27 mpg combined) comes to about $2,420 a year, $240 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.
2018 Honda CR-V specs
2018 Honda CR-V buyers could choose between 2 engines, according to EPA records: 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo and 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L turbo | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 2.4 L | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2018 Honda CR-V problems
Owners have filed 2,161 complaints about the 2018 Honda CR-V with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Engine is the most-reported area (17% of component mentions), followed by forward collision avoidance (16%) and fuel/propulsion system (12%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 238 complaints a year: more than the 2017 (176 a year) and the 2019 (137 a year).
No other Honda CR-V model year from 2008 to 2024 has more complaints per year on sale.
Of the 2,161, 46 mention a crash, 2 a fire and 39 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 530 | 17% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 475 | 16% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 376 | 12% |
| Steering | 335 | 11% |
| Electrical system | 289 | 9% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 232 | 8% |
| Unknown or other | 209 | 7% |
| Service brakes | 186 | 6% |
| Vehicle speed control | 65 | 2% |
| Power train | 64 | 2% |
| Lane departure | 53 | 2% |
| Visibility/wiper | 35 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 30 | <1% |
| Structure | 27 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 25 | <1% |
| Air bags | 22 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 15 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 12 | <1% |
| Wheels | 11 | <1% |
| Tires | 10 | <1% |
| Visibility | 9 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 8 | <1% |
| Seats | 7 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 7 | <1% |
| Suspension | 6 | <1% |
| Equipment | 5 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 4 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 2 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
Today, I attempted to drive my 2018 Honda CR-V, but the vehicle would not reverse. I had to turn it off, restart it, and quickly reverse it back into my driveway. The entire dashboard then illuminated with multiple warning lights. …
My car will stop when at red lights or stop signs. It’s like it dies. …
The warning lights on the dash all lit up, and upon inspection of the vehicle, gave error code P0172. We took it to the Honda dealership near up, who confirmed that the vehicle needed the fuel injectors replaced. …
2018 Honda CR-V recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2018 Honda CR-V.
The most recent, campaign 26V332000 from May 2026, concerns air bags.
Gasoline fuel system accounts for 2 of the 5 campaigns, more than any other area.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | CR-V years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V332000 | May 21, 2026 | Air bags | 2017–2022 |
| 23V858000 | December 18, 2023 | Gasoline fuel system | 2013–2023 |
| 23V158000 | March 9, 2023 | Seat belts | 2017–2020 |
| 21V215000 | March 25, 2021 | Gasoline fuel system | 2018–2019 |
| 18V663000 | September 27, 2018 | Steering | 2017–2018 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2018 Honda CR-V; the best overall score is 5 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 2018 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2018 Mazda CX-5 (29 mpg), 2018 Nissan Rogue (29 mpg) and 2018 Chevy Equinox (32 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2020 | 38 | 441 | 62 | 9 |
| 2021 | 38 | 444 | 73 | 5 |
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FAQ
Is the 2018 CR-V a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2018 Honda CR-V has 238 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (the most of its 17 model years), 5 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 30 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2018 CR-V problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (530), forward collision avoidance (475) and fuel/propulsion system (376). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2018 CR-V have?
NHTSA lists 5 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 2018 CR-V get?
The EPA rates the versions at 27–30 mpg combined (25–28 city, 31–34 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 CR-V per year?
About $2,180 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).