The 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV will make its debut with an anticipated driving range of 270 miles, according to the EPA.
The hydrogen powertrain and plug-in capability of the compact SUV, which Honda claims has a maximum output of 174 horsepower and 229 pound-feet of torque, are both features that are included in the vehicle.
It is also possible to lease the hydrogen-powered CR-V in the state of California later this year. The EPA forecasts that the battery pack that comes with the CR-V e:FCEV will provide a range of 29 miles for electric vehicles.
When it comes to compact SUVs, the Honda CR-V is now our top pick, and the 2024 model has been awarded the 10Best rating. Both a base 1.5-liter turbo four engine with 190 horsepower and an optional hybrid configuration with 204 horsepower are included in its powertrains. In 2025, the Honda CR-V will be equipped with a third powertrain, which is a hydrogen fuel-cell system that is capable of plugging in.The new Honda CR-V, which the company calls the e:FCEV, is equipped with the second-generation fuel-cell module that the firm has developed. This module is located beneath the hood, which is generally where a conventional engine is located. With the help of a pair of tanks that are positioned beneath the rear cargo floor and the back seat, compressed hydrogen gas is sent to the fuel-cell unit, which then transforms it into electricity that is used to power the electric motor. An additional source of power is provided by a battery that has a capacity of 17.7 kWh and is located in the floor.The 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV has a distinct appearance in comparison to its brothers in terms of its appearance. There are new headlights that are positioned above a large lower grille opening, and there are separate air intakes on either side of the grille. All of the body panels that are located in front of the A-pillar have been altered. In addition, Honda claims that has optimised a number of aerodynamic components and modified the rear liftgate of the CR-V to complement the white accents that are present in the vertical taillights.
Comparatively speaking, the inside of the CR-V e:FCEV is not significantly different from that of its rivals. A new push-button shifter has been installed on the center console, and the hydrogen tanks have definitely resulted in a reduction in the amount of space available in the cargo area. We are unable to determine the extent to which the cargo volume or rear-seat passenger room has been impacted because Honda has not disclosed this information.