Which CR-V has the biggest screen?
The largest infotainment screen you can get in a current Honda CR-V is a 9-inch touchscreen, available on the higher-trim models. The base LX sticks with a smaller 7-inch display.
This article examines how screen sizes vary across CR-V trims and model years, and what buyers should know when shopping for a CR-V with the biggest display.
Current CR-V screen sizes
For the latest-generation CR-V (introduced for the 2023 model year and continuing through 2024–2025), screen sizes are split by trim. The 9-inch Display Audio system is offered on the upper trims, while the base tier uses a 7-inch display. All of the 9-inch units support modern features such as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in many markets.
Breakdown by trim for the current lineup (informational overview):
- LX: 7-inch Display Audio
- EX: 9-inch Display Audio
- EX-L: 9-inch Display Audio
- Touring: 9-inch Display Audio
In short, the biggest screen you’ll find in the modern CR-V is the 9-inch central touchscreen, standard on EX, EX-L, and Touring, with the 7-inch unit reserved for the base LX in most configurations.
CR-V Hybrid screen options
The CR-V Hybrid generally mirrors the gasoline CR-V in terms of display sizing. The 9-inch screen appears on higher hybrid trims, while the base hybrid models typically come with the smaller 7-inch setup. This alignment keeps the largest display available to mid- and upper-level hybrid trims.
Typical hybrid screen sizing pattern:
- Base Hybrid trim: 7-inch
- Higher Hybrid trims (EX/EX-L or equivalent): 9-inch
As with the gasoline models, exact configurations can vary by market and model year, so it’s wise to verify the specific setup for the CR-V you’re considering.
Historical context: how screen sizes changed over time
Earlier CR-V generations often featured smaller displays, with 5–7 inch screens common on base models. The jump to a 9-inch central touchscreen represented a major upgrade in the 2023 refresh and has persisted into the current model years for most upper-trim configurations.
Practical tips for shoppers
When shopping for a CR-V with the biggest screen, focus on the EX, EX-L, and Touring trims, and confirm the infotainment package on the exact model year you’re considering. If you’re evaluating a used or certified pre-owned CR-V, check the window sticker or the dealer’s spec sheet to confirm screen size and feature availability for that vehicle.
In showroom or online spec sheets, look for terms like “9-inch Display Audio” or “9-inch touchscreen” to confirm the larger display, and remember that the base LX is likely to have the 7-inch screen.
Summary
The current Honda CR-V’s largest infotainment screen is a 9-inch central touchscreen, available on EX, EX-L, and Touring trims. The base LX uses a 7-inch display. Hybrid variants follow the same pattern, with 7-inch on base configurations and 9-inch on higher trims. For buyers prioritizing screen size, target the upper trims and verify the exact year/model’s specification to ensure the 9-inch display is included.
