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How Much Should You Pay for a Honda CR-V?

Avg Discount
4.5%
off MSRP
Price Range
$30k
to $42k
Verified Deals
71
real buyers
Updated

Honda CR-V Price Summary

As of , the average Honda CR-V sells for $35,970, based on 71 verified buyer transactions on CarWhere. Buyers are negotiating an average of 4.5% off MSRP. Prices range from $29,600 to $42,135.

Honda CR-V Market Analysis

The Honda CR-V is selling at moderate discounts, with verified buyers averaging 4.5% off MSRP. Based on 71 verified transactions, prices range from $29,600 to $42,135, with an average selling price of $35,970. Safety is a strong point with a 5-star NHTSA rating. For the exact 75th-percentile target price by trim and zip code — the level 25% of verified buyers got or beat — sign up for CarWhere PRO at $12.99/month.

By Sam Reynolds · Updated June 2026 · Based on verified buyer transaction data

Honda CR-V: Pros and Cons for Buyers

Pros

  • +Solid discounts available at 4.5% off MSRP
  • +71+ verified transactions for confident price comparison
  • +5-star NHTSA overall safety rating
  • +Wide price range across trims gives budget flexibility

Cons

  • -1 NHTSA recall on file — verify completion before purchase

What Should You Pay for a Honda CR-V?

On a $38,136 MSRP, here's what a competitive price looks like based on 71 verified buyer transactions:

Great Deal
$33,598
11.9% off MSRP
Good Deal
$35,962
5.7% off MSRP
~Fair Deal
$36,725
3.7% off MSRP

Based on 71 verified buyer transactions. Aim for the "Great Deal" price or lower. For the exact 75th-percentile target for your trim and zip code, sign up for CarWhere PRO ($12.99/mo).

Honda CR-V Price by Trim

Pricing varies significantly by trim level. Here's what verified buyers paid for each Honda CR-V trim:

Trim# DealsAvg Price
LX18$31,610
Base13$36,213
Sport-l12$39,275
EX-L7$37,090
Sport Touring7$41,362
EX4$33,225
Sport4$36,419
Hybrid Sport-l2$39,700
EX Fr2$32,840

Honda CR-V Price Distribution

Where most Honda CR-V transactions land. The highlighted bar contains the average selling price.

$28k–$30k
2
$30k–$32k
13
$32k–$34k
11
$34k–$36k
7
$36k–$38k
10
$38k–$40k
17
$40k–$42k
10
$42k–$44k
1
Average price bucket ($35,970)

Honda CR-V: Invoice Price vs. MSRP vs. What Buyers Pay

The dealer invoice price is what the dealership pays the manufacturer — typically 5–8% below MSRP. But the real number that matters is the transaction price: what buyers actually pay after negotiation. Verified Honda CR-V buyers are currently paying 4.5% off MSRP on average, which often lands between invoice and sticker price.

Dealer holdback, volume bonuses, and manufacturer incentives mean the true cost to the dealer is lower than invoice. Focus on the transaction price — not invoice — as your negotiation target. Learn more about car invoice pricing.

Honda CR-V Price Paid Data

Based on 71 verified buyer transactions on CarWhere, the Honda CR-V is selling between $29,600 and $42,135, with an average transaction price of $35,970. The average buyer is paying 4.5% below MSRP.

Average Honda CR-V Discount Off MSRP

Most Honda CR-V buyers are seeing discounts around 37% off MSRP based on current market conditions. Deals above 9% are considered excellent in today's market.

The discount you can negotiate depends on several factors: dealer inventory levels, time of month, regional demand, and available manufacturer incentives. Use the deals below to benchmark your negotiation.

Is This a Good Deal for a Honda CR-V?

A good deal on a Honda CR-V is one that matches or beats what other verified buyers have paid. With an average transaction price of $35,970, any deal at 5% or more off MSRP is competitive. If you're being offered less than 3% off, you have room to negotiate.

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Honda CR-V Pricing by Location

Honda CR-V prices vary significantly by location. States with more dealer competition typically offer better discounts. Click your state to see local Honda CR-V pricing data.

Honda CR-V Deals by Year

Browse Honda CR-V deals by model year to compare pricing across different years:

How Buyers Negotiated Their Honda CR-V Price

The deals below represent actual transactions from verified Honda CR-V buyers. Each deal shows the final price paid, giving you real market data to use in your own negotiation. With 71 verified deals to reference, you'll know exactly what price to target.

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Honda CR-V Safety Data

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Overall Safety

5/5

2025 Honda CR-V SUV FWD

Recalls

1

NHTSA campaigns

Complaints

215

NHTSA complaints filed

TestRating
Overall
5/5
Frontal Crash
4/5
Side Crash
5/5
Rollover
4/5

Top Complaint Areas (215 total complaints)

Unknown or other

46

21%

Steering

46

21%

Forward collision avoidance

38

18%

Visibility/wiper

31

14%

Service brakes

26

12%

Engine

21

10%

Based on consumer complaints filed with NHTSA. Not all complaints indicate a defect.

Active Recalls

Campaign 24V744000

STEERING

Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Acura Integra, Civic Type R, CR-V Hybrid, CR-V, HR-V, 2022-2025 Civic, Civic Hatchback, 2024-2025 Acura Integra Type S, 2025 CR-V Fuel Cell EV, Civic Hybrid, and Civic Hatchback Hybrid vehicles. The steering gearbox assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause excessive internal friction and lead to difficulty steering the vehicle.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the worm gear spring and redistribute or add grease as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Honda Customer Ser...

Honda CR-V Verified Transactions

YearPriceDiscount
2026$32,9404.0%
2026$37,2054.1%
2025$30,2859.6%
2026$35,6936.9%
2026$31,3508.7%
2026$37,7256.1%
2025$32,4013.3%
2025$32,4013.3%
2026$33,2702.9%
2026$30,9538.6%
2026$33,9821.0%
2026$36,7814.1%
2026$39,4006.5%
2026$40,5754.7%
2026$40,0005.1%

Prices from verified buyer-submitted deal sheets. VINs partially masked for privacy.

Honda CR-V Pricing FAQs

What is a good price for a Honda CR-V?

Verified buyers are paying an average of $35,970 for the Honda CR-V, based on 71 transactions. Prices range from $29,600 to $42,135 depending on trim, options, and location. Paying at or below the average puts you in a strong position. To see the 75th-percentile target price for your exact trim and zip code — the level 25% of verified buyers got or beat — sign up for CarWhere PRO at $12.99/month.

How much can you negotiate on a Honda CR-V?

Buyers are negotiating an average of 4.5% off MSRP on the Honda CR-V. In competitive markets, discounts reach 8% or more. Your leverage depends on dealer inventory, time of purchase, and how many quotes you collect before committing. CarWhere PRO ($12.99/month) gives you the trim-level target discount plus an AI quote analyzer that generates a counteroffer script for any dealer offer.

Is MSRP a good deal on a Honda CR-V?

Paying MSRP leaves money on the table. Verified buyers are paying an average of 4.5% below MSRP for the Honda CR-V. Unless the vehicle has extremely limited availability, negotiating below sticker is standard and expected.

What affects Honda CR-V pricing the most?

Four factors drive Honda CR-V pricing: (1) Trim and options — higher trims have larger dollar discounts but similar percentage savings; (2) Location — markets with multiple competing dealers produce better prices; (3) Timing — end of month, quarter, and model year offer the most leverage; (4) Dealer inventory — vehicles on the lot 60+ days are significantly more negotiable.

What should I pay for a Honda CR-V?

Based on 71 verified transactions, aim for $35,970 or less for a Honda CR-V. Great deals come in at 7.5%+ below MSRP. Use the deal tier breakdown above to see where your offer falls relative to other buyers. For the exact 75th-percentile target by trim and zip code — the level 25% of verified buyers got or beat — sign up for CarWhere PRO at $12.99/month.

What did people pay for a Honda CR-V?

Verified buyers paid between $29,600 and $42,135 for a Honda CR-V, with an average of $35,970. The average negotiated discount was 4.5% off MSRP. Browse the verified deals on this page to see individual transactions. To unlock full dealer names, comparable nearby deals, and the 75th-percentile target for your exact trim, sign up for CarWhere PRO at $12.99/month.

What is the dealer invoice price on a Honda CR-V?

Dealer invoice price — what the dealer pays the manufacturer — is typically 5-8% below MSRP for the Honda CR-V. However, invoice isn't the full picture: holdback, volume bonuses, and incentives lower the dealer's true cost further. Focus on the verified transaction price rather than invoice when negotiating.

Is now a good time to buy a Honda CR-V?

Current Honda CR-V discounts average 4.5% off MSRP, which is typical for this model. End of month and end of quarter offer the best timing. Manufacturer incentives can shift monthly — check the current deals on this page for the latest pricing.

About This Data

Based on 71 verified buyer-submitted transactions. All prices come from real deal sheets uploaded after purchase — not estimates or dealer ads. Last updated . Learn about our data.

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