2026 CarExpert Choice winner: Best Affordable Mid-Size SUV

A thrifty hybrid powertrain, a high-quality interior, a polished drive, and low running costs make the Honda CR-V a standout.

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Honda now has cheaper hybrid CR-Vs on offer, and they're a welcome addition to what was already a solid mid-size SUV.

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Long-standing Honda family wagon cops updates for 2026.