Honda has revealed the new CR-V powered by a hydrogen fuel cell in the United States of America. The 2025 CR-V e:FCEV is America’s first production plug-in hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle and has been jointly developed by Honda and General Motors.
With an impressive range of over 434 km (EPA) on a full tank of hydrogen, plus an additional 47 km of battery-powered EV range, the hydrogen-powered CR-V will be available for customer leasing in California by the end of this year. The SUV will be built at Honda’s Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio.
Honda CR-V e:FCEV exterior, interior highlights
The exterior design of the Honda CR-V e:FCEV stands out with new body panels forward of the A-pillar, unique designs for the liftgate, rear fascia and large 18-inch, 10-spoke black wheels. This is highlighted by an exclusive low upright grille design and a long hood for an aggressively sleek look. Its signature vertical taillights make this zero-emissions variant instantly recognizable as a CR-V from the rear.
Inside the cabin, the dashboard spawns a striking metal honeycomb mesh which neatly conceals the air con vents. Available in a single fully-loaded Touring variant, the fuel cell-powered CR-V comes equipped with features such as a 9-inch touchscreen central infotainment system, a 10.2-inch digital instrument console, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, wireless phone charging, etc.
Other amenities include a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system, power adjustable heated front seats, heated steering wheel, dual zone climate control, powered tailgate, parking sensors and sustainable materials including bio-based leather seat upholstery.
Honda CR-V e:FCEV powertrain details
Backed by Honda’s second generation fuel cell technology, the CR-V e:FCEV is powered by a 17.7 kWh battery accompanied by a front-mounted single-motor producing 174 bhp and 310 Nm of torque. The fuel cell model has a power output of 92.2 kW. There are four drive modes on offer namely Normal, Eco, Sport and Snow.
Besides a completely different powertrain, the CR-V e:FCEV gets slightly updated hardware. For instance rear lateral rigidity is increased by 10%, rear torsional rigidity has improved by 9% and its MacPherson strut front suspension and multilink rear suspension have been completely re-tuned with specific springs, amplitude-sensitive dampers and stabiliser bars front and rear to optimise responsiveness while maintaining a smooth ride.
