The Perfect SUV for the City: Why the 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid is Designed for Life in Montreal

You know the challenge of driving in Montreal in 2025: heavy traffic on Saint-Laurent Boulevard, snowy back alleys in the Plateau, tight parking in Verdun, weekend getaways to Charlevoix. Your SUV must do it all. The 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid was designed precisely for the Montreal reality.

It's not just another compact SUV. It is the best-selling hybrid SUV in Canada. Built in Alliston, Ontario, it offers urban energy efficiency with the Real Time AWD™ all-wheel drive and, new for 2026, the presence of integrated Google systems that transform your daily driving experience.

A Hybrid System Tailored for Urban Traffic

The CR-V's two-motor hybrid system delivers 204 horsepower and a generous $247 \text{ pound-feet}$ of torque. This instant power changes everything in the crowded, typical traffic of Sainte-Catherine Street or Park Avenue.

The 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle 4-cylinder engine works with two powerful electric motors. The result: sharp acceleration at traffic lights, confident passing power on the Champlain Bridge, and fluid transition thanks to the eCVT transmission.

With a rating of $6.0 \text{ L/100 km}$ in the city, the CR-V Hybrid excels exactly where you drive the most. If you travel $20,000 \text{ km}$ per year between Montreal, Laval, and the South Shore, these figures translate into significant savings at the pump compared to conventional SUVs.

Furthermore, the Eco Assist system automatically optimizes consumption. The ECON mode prioritizes maximum economy for your daily urban commutes. The Sport mode, on the other hand, unleashes all available power when you need it. Finally, the Snow mode adapts settings to winter conditions.

The All-Wheel Drive That Really Matters in Winter

Montreal rhymes with winter. Snow, ice, poorly cleared alleys. The standard Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control system on all hybrid versions of the CR-V automatically distributes power between the front and rear wheels based on road conditions.

When the system detects slippage, it instantly transfers torque to the wheels with the best grip. The all-wheel drive models of the 2026 CR-V, including all hybrid versions, benefit from improved traction management at speeds below $14 \text{ km/h}$.

When a difference in rotation speed is detected between two wheels (one on each axle), the system increases the driving force transmitted to the two tires with the best traction while applying a braking force to the wheels that are spinning. This technology makes a real difference in snowy Rosemont parking lots or on icy Westmount hills.

Google Integrated: Technology That Simplifies City Life

The 2026 CR-V Touring Hybrid is the first Honda CR-V to offer integrated Google services, standard. No apps to connect. No phone to plug in. Google Maps, Google Assistant, and Google Play are right on the nine-inch HD color touchscreen.

Google Maps knows Montreal. Real-time traffic on the Jacques-Cartier Bridge. Automatic detours when Saint-Denis Street is blocked. Parking suggestions near the Jean-Talon Market. Everything is displayed directly on your dashboard.

Google Assistant responds to your voice commands. You keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. Google Play gives you access to your favorite apps optimized for the car.

All versions of the 2026 CR-V also offer standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wireless), a Qi-compatible wireless charger, and four USB-C charging ports.

The Smart Choice for Montreal

The 2026 Honda CR-V Hybrid offers everything you need for Montreal urban life: energy efficiency to reduce your fuel budget; all-wheel drive to tackle winter; Google services to simplify your travels; space and comfort for your family.

Come discover the 2026 CR-V Hybrid at Lallier Honda Montreal. Take a test drive in the real-life conditions of your Montreal daily routine. Our team is waiting to show you why the CR-V Hybrid has become the best-selling hybrid SUV in Canada.