Honda CR-V trims and prices in Tulsa: which trim fits your budget
A new 2026 Honda CR-V lists from $30,920 for the LX (2WD) up to $42,550 across 12 trims, and a Tulsa buyer adds Oklahoma’s vehicle tax, registration, and insurance on top. What moves the number most is the engine you choose, gas at 29 to 30 mpg combined or hybrid at 35 to 40, and after that the drivetrain and equipment you add.
Most Tulsa shoppers settle this by situation. The right trim depends on how far you drive, how many people you carry, and what you haul on a weekend.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Tulsa. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
A Tulsa commute costing $928 a year makes mileage the first budget call
If you drive to work every day in Tulsa, start with the hybrid. The EPA certifies 35 to 40 mpg combined for the CR-V hybrid trims and 29 to 30 mpg combined for the gasoline trims. Congestion cost the average Tulsa auto commuter $928 in 2024 (Texas A&M Transportation Institute, 2025).
That number matters because congestion burns fuel. Sitting in traffic on the South Memorial Drive corridor or waiting out a backup on the highway costs you gas whether the car is moving or not. A hybrid is built to use less fuel in exactly that kind of driving, so the mileage gap tends to show up in the driving you already do every day.
Heat adds to the load. The normal July high at Tulsa International Airport is 93.6 degrees Fahrenheit (NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, 2020). Air conditioning runs hard for weeks, and idling with it on is a fuel cost you can plan around.
Here is the budget trade. The lowest sticker in the range, $30,920, belongs to the LX (2WD). The top of the range sits at $42,550. If your commute is short, the lowest trims may fit your life and your budget without any hybrid premium. If you put real miles on the car, the 35 to 40 mpg range is worth weighing against a higher sticker.
Power is a small part of this choice. Every CR-V trim falls between 190 hp and 204 hp, and that is enough for Tulsa highway merging on any trim. Pick on mileage and equipment first.
A Tulsa family chooses a CR-V trim by cargo space behind the second row
For a family, the cargo number decides more than the price does. Behind the second row, the CR-V offers 34.7 to 39.3 cu ft depending on trim. That is the space that holds strollers, soccer bags, and a week of groceries without folding a seat.
The gap between the low and high end of that range is 4.6 cu ft. It is a real difference if you pack tight. Before you pay for a higher trim on the strength of its features, ask which trim you are looking at and what its cargo number is. A trim that adds equipment you want can come with a cargo figure at either end of the range, and you should see the number for the exact vehicle in front of you.
Think about the shape of your week in Tulsa. A family with two kids in car seats, a dog, and sports gear needs the room to load fast on a school morning. A couple with one child and a short commute may never touch the difference. The right trim for the first family is the one with the most room at a price they can carry. The right trim for the second is whichever one fits the monthly budget.
Our team sees this decision every week. Buyers often arrive set on a top trim and leave with a middle one once they check the cargo figure and the equipment side by side. That is a good outcome. A bigger sticker only helps when it buys something you will use.
Tulsa winters and weekend trailers reward ground clearance and the right tow rating
Tulsa is not a snow town, but it does get weather. The city averages 8.7 inches of snow a year and 71.9 days with a low at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, 2020). That is enough ice and slush to make clearance and traction part of the budget talk.
The CR-V rides 7.8 to 8.2 in off the ground depending on trim. The extra tenths of an inch matter on a rutted road, a snowy driveway, or a gravel lot on the way to a lake weekend. If you want the higher end of that clearance range, tell us so we can point you to the trims that carry it.
Towing is the other piece. Properly equipped, a CR-V tows 1,000 to 1,500 lbs per the manufacturer, and the figure depends on trim. That fits a small utility trailer or a couple of bikes on a rack. It does not fit a boat or a camper. A buyer who needs to pull more than 1,500 lbs should look at a larger Honda, and we carry the full lineup, from the Civic and Accord to the Pilot, Passport, Odyssey, and Ridgeline. A buyer who wants the 1,500 lbs end of the range should confirm it on the specific trim before signing anything.
The point is to match the number to the use. Paying for clearance and tow capacity you will never touch is a cost with no return. Paying for too little means a car that cannot do what your weekends ask.
What a CR-V costs a Tulsa buyer in MSRP, Oklahoma tax, and insurance
The sticker is only the start. The MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested price, and the trims run from $30,920 to $42,550. Each step up that ladder changes more than the price tag. The table shows which figures move across the 12 trims and who they matter to.
| Figure | 2026 CR-V range across all 12 trims | Tulsa buyer it decides for |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,920 to $42,550 | Anyone setting a monthly budget |
| EPA combined mpg, gasoline | 29 to 30 | A Tulsa driver with a short commute |
| EPA combined mpg, hybrid | 35 to 40 | A Tulsa driver stuck in daily traffic |
| Cargo behind the second row | 34.7 to 39.3 cu ft | A Tulsa family loading every day |
| Ground clearance | 7.8 to 8.2 in | A Tulsa driver who faces ice and gravel |
| Maximum towing, properly equipped | 1,000 to 1,500 lbs | A Tulsa buyer with a small trailer |
Oklahoma then adds its own charges. The state taxes a new vehicle purchase at 3 1/4% of its value under 68 O.S. Section 2103 (Oklahoma State Courts Network, 2026). Because the tax follows the value of the vehicle, a higher trim means a higher tax, and you should count it before you pick a number.
Insurance is the part that follows you for years. Insurify reports Oklahoma’s average car insurance at $1,971 per year at the end of 2025, with a projected $1,995 by the end of 2026 (Insurify, 2026). Your own rate will differ, so call your agent with the trim in mind before you decide.
Put the three pieces together and the budget question gets clearer. The MSRP sets the loan. The excise tax lands at the tag counter. Insurance and fuel run every month. A buyer who plans for all four will not be surprised by any of them.
How South Pointe Honda helps a Tulsa buyer settle on a CR-V trim
We are a Honda store, and we sell new, used, and certified pre-owned Honda vehicles. Our people work on this one brand every day, which is why a trim question gets a direct answer from us.
Start with your trade. The online offer can be requested by license plate and state, by VIN, or by year, make, model, and trim. The make and model route gives only a general estimate that may change, so plate or VIN gives you the firmer start. Then there is an online finance application, labeled “Apply for Financing” and “Apply Now,” hosted on acceleride.southpointehonda.com. Through Acceleride, a new vehicle can be bought online and delivered. If you would rather finish in the store, you can do that too.
After the sale, we keep working. We employ only highly trained technicians who use certified parts from the manufacturer. We have a parts department with our own phone line. And used cars from other makes are carried alongside the Honda lineup, so a buyer who wants to weigh a used choice can look at one in the same visit.
Owners tell it better than we do. Christine C. wrote in a July 2026 Google review of South Pointe Honda: “Came in for a free 90 day checkup on my new CR-V Hybrid. Went well & got a recall on my tire repair kit too.Gabe was great”
In an April 2026 Google review of South Pointe Honda, Jerry J. said: “Great service & experience! It’s the only place that has serviced my CR-V. Paul always keeps you informed!”
Tilly A. left a Google review of South Pointe Honda in October 2026: “Great customer service with Gabe!! Honda SouthPointe Tulsa was very quick and efficient at servicing my vehicle, didn’t try to sell me parts I didn’t need!! Thank you service dept at SouthPointe!”
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Honda CR-V trim to buy?
Decide on the engine first. Take a hybrid for 35 to 40 mpg combined if you drive a lot, or a gasoline trim at 29 to 30 mpg if your miles are few. Then choose a drivetrain and equipment level that fits a monthly budget built on the $30,920 to $42,550 range.
How much legroom do back-seat passengers get in a CR-V?
Second-row legroom is 41 in. That is the same figure no matter which trim you choose. A cargo number behind the second row varies, but the legroom does not.
What warranty comes with a new CR-V?
A new CR-V carries a basic warranty of 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. The powertrain warranty runs 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. Our technicians handle the factory-backed work with certified parts from the manufacturer.
How much power does a CR-V have?
Horsepower runs from 190 hp to 204 hp across the trims. The hybrid trims sit at the upper end of that range for a Tulsa buyer who wants a little more punch on the highway. Every trim has enough for ordinary merging and passing.
How much fits in the back of a CR-V with the seats folded?
Maximum cargo runs 71.8 cu ft to 76.5 cu ft depending on trim. That is the number to check if you haul a bike, a bookshelf, or a load from a home store. Ask for the figure on the exact trim you plan to buy.
Is a certified pre-owned CR-V an option if the new price is too high?
Yes. HondaTrue Certified covers 2021 to 2026 vehicles with under 80,000 miles and carries a 182 point inspection and a $0 deductible on covered repairs (Honda Certified Pre-Owned, 2026). We sell certified pre-owned Honda vehicles alongside new ones, so you can compare both in one visit.
Pick the Tulsa CR-V trim that matches your drive and your budget
The right trim for a Tulsa commuter is a hybrid, because daily traffic rewards the higher mileage. The right trim for a Tulsa family is the one with the cargo space to load fast, even if it costs a step up the ladder. The right trim for a buyer facing ice, gravel, or a small trailer is the one with the clearance and tow rating that match the job. A buyer with a short drive and a tight budget does well at the low end of the range. We are the place to make this call because we know this one brand cold, we answer plainly, and we leave the pressure out of it.
South Pointe Honda is the Tulsa Honda store for this decision
We sell new, used, and certified pre-owned Honda vehicles and run a full service, parts, and financing operation for south Tulsa buyers who want a transparent, low-pressure experience. Customers rate us 4.6 stars across 6,344 Google reviews (Google, 2026). We are part of Group 1 Automotive, which posted record full-year revenue of $22.6 billion, up 13.2%, and sold 459,000 new and used vehicles, a company record (Group 1 Automotive, 2026).
Sky L. wrote in a November 2025 Google review of South Pointe Honda: “Although we couldn’t make a deal work yet, I was treated so well. I’ve been shopping for the right fit for awhile and I haven’t been treated as well as they treated me, especially Lilian. I hope things work out where I can come back and get the car if my dreams. Thanks so much for not being icky.” A buyer who chooses us gets a straight answer on the trim, a respectful conversation, and a team that stays with the car after the sale.
See our current CR-V inventory at South Pointe Honda.
South Pointe Honda answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Tulsa showroom, or call (918) 496-7833.
Disclaimer: Vehicle features, specifications, pricing, options, and availability may vary based on production timelines and dealership inventory; images are for illustrative purposes only. Starting MSRP figures are national and exclude destination freight charges, tax, title, license, and dealer fees. Standard and available equipment varies by trim, configuration, and model year; confirm the specification of the individual vehicle before purchase. Maximum towing and payload ratings depend on cab, bed, drivetrain, and equipment configuration; see the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual and trailering guide for limits. Electric range and charging times vary with battery, configuration, temperature, terrain, load, and driving habits. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Financing and pre-approval are subject to credit approval. Contact South Pointe Honda for complete details regarding current vehicle inventory, pricing, and equipment.
