2021 Honda CR-V LX vs. EX Trim Comparison

There are four 2021 Honda CR-V trim levels available, and the most popular at Patty Peck Honda are the entry-level CR-V LX and the mid-range CR-V EX. With either model, you’ll enjoy efficient performance, a wide range of convenient tech features, and an affordable sticker price. So, which trim is better suited to you Brandon-area driving needs? Find out in this Honda CR-V LX vs. EX comparison, and then schedule an at-home test drive of your favorite model today! 

2021 Honda CR-V LX vs. EX: Price

With either the Honda CR-V LX or EX, you’ll have a budget-friendly starting price:

• 2021 Honda CR-V LX Price – MSRP starting at $25,350*
• 2021 Honda CR-V EX Price – MSRP starting at $27,860*

In addition to these reasonable prices, the CR-V specials at Patty Peck Honda can help you to save even more on a new Honda crossover SUV near Madison.

2021 Honda CR-V LX vs. EX: Features

All of the 2021 Honda CR-V trims come standard with Honda Sensing®. This suite of advanced driver-assist systems can make any Jackson drive safer with features such as Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), and Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM). Every CR-V trim is also available with all-wheel drive, which adds enhanced traction and control in all kinds of weather and road conditions.

Looking at the CR-V LX vs. EX specifically, you’ll find some key differences in the comfort, convenience, and tech features that come standard with each model.

2021 Honda CR-V LX 

• Easy Fold-Down 60/40 Split Rear Seatback
• Automatic Climate Control
• Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® and Streaming Audio
• 5-Inch LCD Screen
• 160-Watt Audio System with 4 Speakers
• Pandora® Compatibility
• Multi-Angle Rearview Camera

2021 Honda CR-V EX

Includes the features of the LX and adds:

• Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
• Heated Front Seats
• One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature
• 7-inch Display Audio with High-Resolution Electrostatic Touchscreen, Customizable Feature Settings, and Compass
• 180-Watt Audio System with 6 Speakers
• Sirius XM® Radio
• HD Radio™
• HondaLink®
• Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ 
• Blind Spot Information System (BSI) with Cross Traffic Monitor

2021 Honda CR-V LX vs. EX: MPG & Specs

Both the Honda CR-V LX and EX come standard with a turbocharged inline-4 engine rated at 190 hp with 179 lb-ft of torque. Paired with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with Sport Mode, the EPA-estimated fuel economy for the 2WD LX and EX is 28 mpg city/34 mpg highway/30 mpg combined**. Honda CR-V LX AWD or EX AWD models get an EPA-estimated 27 mpg city/32 mpg highway/29 mpg combined**. Both models also offer a towing capacity of 1,500 pounds.

One difference from the 2019 LX and EX models is the addition of a hybrid powertrain, which is available on the CR-V EX and higher trims. The EX Hybrid is equipped with an inline 4-cylinder engine paired with an AC synchronous permanent-magnet electric motor and an electronic continuously variable transmission (eCVT). With standard AWD, this set-up delivers 181 hp and 232 lb-ft of torque, earning an EPA-estimated 40 mpg city/35 mpg highway/38 mpg combined**

Compare the Honda CR-V LX vs. EX at Patty Peck Honda

Browse our new CR-V inventory to find the trim level that is the best fit with your lifestyle and budget, and then stop by our dealership in Ridgeland to experience all that this popular crossover SUV has to offer. If you have any questions or would like more information, please don’t hesitate to contact us. 

*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $1,175.00 destination charge and accessories. Dealers prices may vary. MSRP does not include $395 charge for select premium colors. $395 charge applies to 2021 and newer models.

**Based on 2021 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-pack age/condition (hybrid trims) and other factors.