Yes. The Honda CR-V has used a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine in several generations, but recent models do not. Modern CR-Vs rely on a 1.5-liter turbocharged gas engine or a 2.0-liter hybrid system.
Historical use of the 2.4-liter engine in the CR-V
The following CR-V generations were equipped with a 2.4-liter engine. Below are the approximate power figures and the years.
- 2002–2006: CR-V with the 2.4-liter K24A1 i-VTEC engine (roughly 160–166 hp, about 160 lb-ft).
- 2007–2011: CR-V with the 2.4-liter K24Z family (about 166 hp and 160 lb-ft).
- 2012–2016: CR-V with the 2.4-liter K24Z series (roughly 185 hp and 163 lb-ft in later models).
In summary, the 2.4-liter era spanned roughly from the early 2000s to the mid-2010s, after which Honda shifted to a 1.5-liter turbo or a hybrid powertrain in the CR-V lineup.
Current CR-V powertrains
As of 2024–2026, the CR-V lineup does not use a 2.4-liter engine. Here are the current powertrains available.
- Gas CR-V: 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine (about 190 hp, 179 lb-ft) paired with a CVT.
The gasoline CR-V’s 1.5L turbo is the standard engine in most trims today, offering a balance of performance and fuel economy.
- CR-V Hybrid: 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle engine with two electric motors, total system output about 204 hp, with an electric continuously variable transmission (e-CVT).
The Hybrid variant emphasizes efficiency while delivering competitive overall performance compared with the turbo gas version.
How to tell if a CR-V has a 2.4-liter engine
The easiest way to confirm is to check the engine code on the engine block or valve cover. 2.4-liter CR-V engines use codes like K24A1 or K24Z, and those codes appear on most mid-2000s to mid-2010s models. You can also confirm by model year range and horsepower figures listed in the window sticker or owner's manual.
- Look for the engine code stamped on the engine (K24A1, K24Z, etc.).
- Note the model year: roughly 2002–2016 CR-Vs may have had the 2.4L option.
- Compare horsepower ratings: early 2.4L variants were around 160–166 hp; later 2.4L versions reached about 185 hp in some trims.
Understanding the engine code and model year is the most reliable way to confirm if a given CR-V uses a 2.4-liter engine.
Summary
The Honda CR-V indeed used a 2.4-liter engine in several generations, but that engine is no longer part of the lineup. Today’s CR-V relies on a 1.5-liter turbocharged gas engine or a 2.0-liter hybrid system, reflecting Honda’s shift toward efficiency and electrification.