Launched in August 2023, the sixth-generation CR-V debuted the e:HEV full hybrid system for the Philippine market. Three years on, Honda Cars Philippines is keen to build on that by offering both the front- and all-wheel drive system for the first time locally.

For 2026, Honda will offer two e:HEV variants of the CR-V—the CR-V VX e:HEV and the CR-V RS e:HEV AWD. These two variants will have an electrified 2.0-liter 4-cylinder with a combined output of 184 horsepower and 335 Nm of torque. The RS e:HEV will offer the added confidence brought on by the Real Time All-Wheel Drive system.

Those who aren’t too keen on the e:HEV will be glad to know that the 1.5-liter turbo will remain, but only for the base CR-V V Turbo variant. This one makes 190 horsepower and 240 Nm of torque. Likewise, this base model will be the only one offered with the 7-seater configuration as both the VX and RS variants will now be purely 5-seater variants.

Exterior features standard across the line-up include full LED headlights and daytime running lights, sequential front turn signals, roof rails, and 18-inch alloy wheels with 235/60R18 tires. Like before, the RS is visually differentiated thanks to its unique bumpers, piano black accents, active cornering lights, and panoramic sunroof. On the other hand, the V Turbo will get the “HuNT Package.” This gives unique copper-colored accents to the front grille and fog lamps, while adding a silver front lower garnish and running board as well as black wheel arch molding.

Inside, the 2026 CR-V will have smart keyless entry (with a Smart Key Card system for the hybrid variants), a 9-inch display audio system with Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, multi-zone climate control (dual for the hybrids, tri-zone for the V Turbo), wireless charger, 8-way power driver’s seat with memory, and a 60/40 split-fold reclining rear seat. Hybrids will also have heads-up display. The CR-V RS e:HEV AWD adds a 12-speaker Bose sound system, 4-way power adjustment for the front passenger, RS-specific seats with red stitching, and of course, sports pedals.

As for safety, Honda Sensing is standard as are 7 SRS airbags, ABS with EBD, stability control, a parking camera (360-degree for the hybrid variants), and tire pressure sensors. Also, Honda has done away with LaneWatch, opting instead for blind spot monitoring across the entire CR-V line-up for 2026.

Currently, the CR-V is offered starting at P 2,100,000 for the V Turbo CVT, going all the way up to P 2,605,000 for the RS e:HEV. For its 2026 update, expect the V Turbo CVT to remain as is, but expect a hefty jump for the new VX e:HEV variant from P 2,290,000 to around P 2.4-million, while the RS e:HEV will probably retail for around P 2.7-million.

Check out the initial specs below.

• Overall Length: 4,691 mm
• Overall Width: 1,866 mm
• Overall Height: 1,681 mm (V, VX), 1,691 mm (RS)
• Wheelbase: 2,701 mm (V), 2,700 mm (VX, RS)
• Ground Clearance: 198 mm (V, VX), 208 mm (RS)
• Turing Radius: 5.5 m
• Curb Weight: 1,671 kg (V), 1,728 kg (VX), 1,809 kg (RS)
• Seating: 7 (V), 5 (VX, RS)
• Engine: 1.5-liter VTEC Turbo (V), 2.0-liter e:HEV Atkinson Cycle (VX, RS)
• Output: 190 PS @ 6,000 rpm (V), 184 PS @ 5,000-8,000 rpm (VX, RS)
• Torque: 240 Nm @ 1,700-5,000 rpm (V), 335 Nm @ 0-2,000 (VX, RS)
• Drive System: Front-Wheel Drive (V, VX), Real Time All-Wheel Drive (RS)
• Drive Modes: Econ (V), Econ, Sport, Individual (VX, RS)
• Auto On/Off Full LED Headlights (w/ Auto Leveling for RS)
• Active Cornering Lights (RS)
• Daytime Running Lights
• Sequential Turn Signal Lights
• Front Fog Lights (V), Front & Rear Fog Lights (VX, RS)
• Panoramic Sunroof (RS)
• Piano Black Antenna (RS)
• Piano Black Honeycomb Grille (RS)
• Active Shutter Grille (VX, RS)
• Power Tailgate (RS)
• Bumpers: Black Painted (V), Material Black w/ Sport Design (VX), Black-Painted Sport Design (RS)
• Black Fender Garnish (RS)
• Black Door Lower Garnish (RS)
• Piano Black Side Mirrors (RS)
• Black Door Handles (RS)
• Rain-Sensing Wipers (VX, RS)
• Wheels: 18-inch x 7.5 J Silver (V), Piano Black (VX, RS)
• Tires: 235/60R18
• Spare Tire: Full Size (V), Tire Repair Kit (VX, RS)
• Smart Keyless Entry (V), w/ Smart Key Card (VX, RS)
• 9-inch Display Touchscreen Audio w/ Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Google Voice Assistant
• 8 Speaker System (V, VX), 12 Speaker Bose System (RS)
• Active Noise Control
• Honda Connect Ready
• Heads-Up Display (VX, RS)
• Leather Seats (V, VX), RS Leather Seats w/ Red Stitch (RS)
• 8-way Power Driver’s Seat w/ Memory
• 4-way Power Front Passenger Seat (RS)
• Reclining 60/40 Split-Fold 2nd Row Seat
• Reclining 50/50 Split-Fold 3rd Row Seat (V)
• Wireless Charger
• USB Type C Charging Ports
• Ambient Interior Lighting
• Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror
• Sport Pedals (RS)
• Honda Sensing
• Agile Handling Assist
• Driver Attention Monitor
• 7 SRS Airbags
• ABS with EBD
• Vehicle Stability Assist w/ Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control
• Blind Spot Information System w/ Cross Traffic Monitor
• Parking Camera: Rear (V), 360-degree (VX, RS)
• Parking Sensors: Rear (V), Front & Rear (VX, RS)
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System