Does the 2026 Honda HR-V need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the LX FWD.
- All 6 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $257 more a year.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | 2.0L | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| LX AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| Sport FWD | 2.0L | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| Sport AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| EX-L FWD | 2.0L | Regular | 28 | $1,371 | $1,629 |
| EX-L AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Honda HR-V | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Honda CR-V | LX 2WD | Regular |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross | L 2WD | Regular |
| 2026 Subaru Crosstrek | AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Mazda CX-30 | 2.5 S AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Honda Civic | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Acura ADX | FWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree