Honda Announces Seventh-Generation CR-V to Launch in 2027, All Models to Feature Dual-Motor Hybrid System

On the evening of November 12, 2026, Honda announced that the seventh-generation CR-V will go on sale in 2027 as a 2028 model year vehicle, with the entire lineup equipped with the all-new Honda Hybrid dual-motor hybrid system. The 2028 CR-V will be the first to feature the fifth-generation dual-motor hybrid system, optimized by expanding the engine's high-efficiency operating range and improving the efficiency of the hybrid drive unit. The new vehicle will also be equipped with a newly developed electric all-wheel-drive system. The seventh-generation CR-V will be the first to adopt Honda's newly developed platform, utilizing modular design to increase parts commonality. Honda plans to improve the fuel economy of its next-generation hybrid models by more than 10%. In October 2025, Honda showcased in Japan the core technologies of its all-new hybrid system for large vehicles. The system is planned for future large models produced exclusively in the United States, featuring a newly developed V6 engine, drive unit, and battery pack.