Honda has revealed lease options for the 2025 Honda CR-V e, the first production plug-in hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle made in the USA.
Set to hit the California market on July 9, this zero-emissions compact CUV offers three competitive leasing options. Most customers are expected to opt for the 3-year/36,000-mile lease at $459 per month, which includes a $15,000 hydrogen refueling credit.
2025 Honda CR-V e
Features and Lease Options
The 2025 Honda CR-V e boasts a 270-mile EPA driving range, thanks to its innovative U.S.-made fuel cell system. It also includes plug-in charging capability, offering up to 29 miles of EV driving for city use, complemented by rapid hydrogen refueling for longer journeys.
Retail leasing is available through a network of 12 Honda dealerships across California. These include six dealerships in Southern California (Los Angeles and Orange County), five in the San Francisco Bay Area, and one in Sacramento.
Lease Options:
3-Year Lease: $459/month, $2,959 due at signing, 36,000 miles, $15,000 hydrogen fuel credit.
6-Year Lease: $389/month, $2,889 due at signing, 72,000 miles, $30,000 hydrogen fuel credit.
2-Year Lease: $489/month, $2,989 due at signing, 60,000 miles, $25,000 hydrogen fuel credit.
Additional Benefits
These lease packages include up to 21 days of rental vehicle access from Avis while in California, 24/7 roadside assistance, and eligibility for California’s Clean Air Vehicle Stickers for single-occupant HOV access. The MSRP for the 2025 Honda CR-V e is $50,000, though there is no purchase option available.
High-End Features
The CR-V e is well-equipped with a 10.2-inch digital instrumentation display, a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, wireless phone charging, and a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system.
Additional features include power-adjustable heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, a hands-free access power tailgate, parking sensors, and sustainable bio-based leather seat upholstery.
Standard features also include HondaLink® with expanded capabilities, providing hydrogen station information, charging data, and power supply details.
The Honda Power Supply Connector includes a 110-volt power outlet delivering up to 1,500 watts of power, making the CR-V e a versatile power source for home appliances, camping equipment, and more.
Honda’s Commitment to Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology
Honda’s commitment to hydrogen fuel cell technology dates back over two decades, starting with the Honda FCX in 2002. The FCX was the world’s first zero-emission FCEV to receive certification for everyday use from both the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and it was the first FCEV leased to individual customers.
The 2025 Honda CR-V e represents the latest in Honda’s pioneering efforts in the hydrogen fuel cell market, combining advanced technology, environmental sustainability, and practical usability for the modern driver.