The Japanese lineup of the Honda CR-V e:HEV is limited to two trims, but buyers can further personalize the SUV with optional accessories
The sixth generation of the Honda CR-V made its global debut all the way back in 2022, yet somehow skipped its home market until now. That changed at the Japan Mobility Show, where Honda finally unveiled the domestic CR-V e:HEV ahead of first deliveries planned for early next year.
Honda has now released more information about how the Japanese-market version differs from its international counterparts, including details on the top-tier Black Edition trim and the optional “Tough Premium” styling package designed to give the SUV a sharper edge.
Trim Choices for Japan
The local lineup is kept simple, limited to just two variants: the e:HEV RS and the e:HEV RS Black Edition. It’s a notably pared-down approach compared with the U.S. range, which offers multiple trims including the off-road-leaning TrailSport.
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The flagship Black Edition sets itself apart with Crystal Black cladding across the lower bodywork, darker 19-inch noise-reducing alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, and a Black Edition badge on the tailgate. Inside, the theme continues with a black headliner, Piano Black accents, and a generally more subdued atmosphere.
In terms of equipment, the CR-V e:HEV RS comes standard with a 9-inch infotainment, a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12-speaker Bose premium sound system, wireless charging, a hands-free tailgate, heated seats, and the Honda Sensing ADAS suite.
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The Black Edition adds a panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, a head-up display, and the Honda Sensing 360. The latter features a wider radar and camera angle, improved accident avoidance systems, and lane change/overtaking support on the highway.
The Japanese-spec CR-V is exclusively available with a hybrid (e:HEV) powertrain. This combines a 2.0-liter engine with two electric motors and an E-CVT. The RS trim offers the option between FWD and AWD, while the Black Edition comes standard with AWD.
Honda hasn’t released the detailed specifications, but the self-charging hybrid setup generates a combined 181 hp (135 kW / 184 PS) in Europe.
Optional Accessories
Even with just two trims, buyers can tailor their CR-V’s look through a pair of accessory packages. The “Tough Premium” kit, available for the Black Edition, adds a Luna Silver Metallic bumper insert and rugged side skirts, complemented by a Crystal Black Pearl roof spoiler and black badges.
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For those choosing the standard RS e:HEV, the “Urban Premium” package offers the same components in a darker finish that blends better with the body-colored cladding. Honda’s Genuine Accessories range is also expected to expand with additional items like wind deflectors and exterior accents.
Pricing
Honda will begin taking orders on December 12, with first customer deliveries set for February 2026. Pricing starts at ¥5,122,700 ($33,100) for the e:HEV RS, while the all-wheel-drive Black Edition opens at ¥5,779,400 ($37,400).
There’s also the hydrogen-powered CR-V e:FCEV, which pairs a fuel cell with plug-in hybrid capability. It’s already on sale in Japan in limited numbers, starting at ¥8,094,900 ($52,300). Alongside it, Honda’s domestic SUV lineup continues to include the smaller WR-V, Vezel, and the ZR-V, the Japanese counterpart to the U.S.-spec HR-V.
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