The Honda CR-V comes in four trim levels: LX, EX, EX-L, and Touring. The base LX model comes with a 2.4-liter engine, while all other models feature a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is optional for $1,400.

The CR-V is Honda's mid-range utility vehicle, slotting between the smaller HR-V and the larger Pilot. Honda states CR-V stands for "Comfortable Runabout Vehicle" while the term "Compact Recreational Vehicle" is used in a British car review article that was republished by Honda.

A rear seat entertainment package is also available. A Honda CRV comes with a factory invoice of about $22,500 for an LX trim level and an MSRP of about $23,800. EX models add about $2,200 to the MSRP and EX-L models add another $3,000.