THE HONDA HYBRID SUV THAT OUTSOLD THE PRIUS TWINS

Honda's hybrid car offerings have gone above and beyond in recent years with redesigns and all-new models making their way to the market. One hybrid SUV stands above the rest with exceptional fuel economy and a utility-driven design that's ideal for families. While the Toyota Prius and Prius Prime were once revered as the hybrid segment's flagbearer, those days are gone in favor of larger, more flexible hybrid vehicles.

While Toyota Prius sales made a dramatic jump in the first half of 2024, the hybrid hatchback still doesn't quite keep up with one of the industry's best hybrid SUVs. A model that improves on the base version of a popular model, Honda's hybrid vehicle that outsells the Prius twins is something of a twin itself. Although Toyota has more hybrid offerings, Honda hybrids have been completely dominating the market.

How Many CR-V Hybrids Honda Has Sold In 2024

After spending the year as the nation's best-selling hybrid vehicle, the Honda CR-V Hybrid continues its reign with consistent month-to-month sales. Honda sold 197,317 CR-V Hybrids in the 2023 model year, and that figure doesn't include the gas-powered CR-V. Unfortunately, Honda doesn't break the CR-V and CR-V Hybrid into separate sales figures in quarterly reports under normal circumstances. So far, all we know is Honda has sold 196,204 CR-V examples so far in 2024. That figure includes sales of the CR-V Hybrid.

With the Honda CR-V Hybrid seeing incredible sales figures when compared to any other hybrid vehicle, the Japanese automaker is well on its way to achieving its environmental goals. Per Lance Woelfer, assistant vice president of Honda National Auto Sales,

Honda CR-V Hybrid vs. Toyota Prius and Prius Prime Sales

Toyota's long-time contender in the hybrid segment has lost a lot of its appeal over the years, what with the Japanese automaker loading its lineup with hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric models. While sales topped 15,000 units through the first half of 2024, the Toyota Prius and Prius Prime plug-in hybrid are trailing far behind modern hybrid crossovers and SUVs. It just so happens that the Honda CR-V Hybrid, which competes with the previously best-selling RAV-4 Hybrid, is among the vehicles overshadowing the Prius. It also just so happens the Honda CR-V Hybrid was 2023's best-selling hybrid model in the United States.

In 1997, Toyota launched the Prius as the first of its hybrid lineup, but now the Japanese automaker's lineup is filled with larger, more flexible, high-efficiency vehicles. The Toyota Camry, for example, rolls out with a single powertrain for the 2025 model year, and it's a full-on hybrid. Even the already-efficient Corolla has a more efficient hybrid variant. As a result, Prius sales have dwindled, and the once revered standard-bearer has fallen off the wayside.

In 2023, the Toyota Prius and Prius Prime combined for just over 38,000 copies sold, up from nearly 37,000 copies in 2022. That's not an astounding jump by any means, but the first quarter of 2024 revealed new hope. While the Prius sold saw 5,586 copies leave dealer lots in the first quarter of 2023, the hybrid hatchback saw more than 13,000 copies leave lots in the first three months of 2024, a 138-percent increase.

But alas, the comeback story wasn't meant to be. Toyota moved just 13 Prius models in June due to a recall and subsequent sales halt while the Japanese automaker fixed the issue. Production resumed in July, and the rest of the comeback story has yet to be written.

How Much A 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid Costs

The Honda CR-V comes available in six trim levels, three of which are underpinned by hybrid powertrains. With the base Honda CR-V Sport Hybrid starting at $34,650 MSRP, the CR-V Hybrid is a fairly affordable compact SUV that boasts high efficiency and enough space for families. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, the CR-V Hybrid's closest competitor, starts at $31,725 MSRP. While the RAV4 Hybrid may be the cheaper option, the CR-V Hybrid beat it out by tens of thousands of copies in the previous model year.

2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid Pricing

2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid Features

The 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid arrives with no major changes from the 2024 model year, and rightly so. The best-selling hybrid vehicle in the nation, the Honda CR-V Hybrid is clearly resonating with drivers of all ages for all the right reasons. The hybrid powertrain returns for another year and matches the efficiency of the 2024 model.

The base Honda CR-V Sport Hybrid comes with front-wheel drive and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. All trim levels feature the Honda Sensing Safety suite that includes the following systems:

• Collision Mitigation Braking System
• Forward Collision Warning
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keeping Assist

Notably, the Sport-L Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid come with standard front and rear parking sensors.

Upgrading to the mid CR-V Sport-L Hybrid nets you wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a power tailgate, and a nine-inch touchscreen display. Inside, a leather-trimmed interior with orange stitching and a wireless phone charger add to the flexibility and premium design of the CR-V Hybrid.

At the top of the range, the Honda CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid boasts a hands-free power tailgate and Bose premium sound system. The top-tier model rolls out on 19-inch gloss black wheels and standard all-wheel drive. Other standard features include a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, a satellite navigation system, and wi-fi hotspot capability. All in all, the Honda CR-V Hybrid trim levels make for a premium offering and effectively raise the bar for the hybrid segment as a whole.

The Honda CR-V Hybrid Goes 560 Miles On A Full Tank

The Honda CR-V Hybrid tackles the open road with a range of 560 miles on a single tank of gas. An SUV designed for efficiency, the CR-V Hybrid comes equipped with most of the features found in the standard CR-V, but with much better fuel economy. The CR-V Hybrid offers a nearly 30 percent difference in fuel economy compared to the standard CR-V. That amounts to a jump from 420 to 560 miles on a single tank.

Honda CR-V Hybrid vs Honda CR-V Efficiency Specs

While the standard Honda CR-V remains a popular choice among families and drivers who simply need more space in their vehicles, the Honda CR-V Hybrid has a clear advantage when it comes to fuel economy. Both models boast the reliability the Japanese automaker is known for, making either model an excellent choice, but only one of them can hold the title of 2023's best-selling hybrid vehicle.

The Honda CR-V Hybrid Churns Out Over 200 Horses

While the Honda CR-V Hybrid is designed for efficiency, it isn't exactly a small car that can make due with mediocre performance from the engine. That's why the Honda CR-V Hybrid produces more power than the standard CR-V, thanks in part to its two electric motors. With more than 200 horses under the hood, the Honda CR-V Hybrid is a peppy family vehicle through and through.

2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid Performance And Efficiency Specs

Featuring a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors, the Honda CR-V isn't slow by any means, but it won't be shattering any speed records. A 204-horsepower engine pushes to 60 miles per hour in around 7.6 seconds. While that might be disappointing to some, hopefully, the EPA-estimated 40 combined miles per gallon can make up for it.

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