The Honda CR-V just got a new zero-emission derivative but unlike the majority of modern SUVs it isn’t fully electric. The 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV is the first vehicle in the US that combines a hydrogen fuel cell system with plug-in charging capability and a battery pack large enough to provide 29 miles (47 km) of EV-only range.

Powering the CR-V e:FCEV is a single front-mounted electric motor that makes 174 hp (130 kW / 176 PS) and 229 lb-ft (311 Nm) of torque. Energy is sourced from either the US-made fuel cell module and the 4.3 kg hydrogen tank, or the 17.7 kWh battery pack. This setup offers an EPA driving range of 435 km (270 miles) which is less than your average ICE-powered, hybrid, or fully electric vehicle. The highlight however is the ability to plug the CR-V to an electric charger and get 29 miles (47 km) of range from the battery pack, minimizing the impact of the poor hydrogen infrastructure.

Honda says that the plug-in charging capability is suited for EV driving around town, with the hydrogen system doing the job for longer trips. Furthermore, the model supports bi-directional charging, meaning that you can power any kind of electronics, camping equipment, and small home appliances via a 110-volt power outlet delivering up to 1,500 watts of power.

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The 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV is manufactured at the Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio. It will be available for customer leasing in California beginning later this year. Earlier reports suggest that the SUV will also be offered in Japan.

This is a developing story and will be updated

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