Silko Honda AWD Guide
Honda AWD Models: Which Honda Vehicles Offer All-Wheel Drive?
For the current model years covered here, Honda offers all-wheel drive on six vehicles: the 2027 HR-V and the 2026 CR-V, Prologue, Pilot, Passport, and Ridgeline. AWD is optional on some trims, standard on others, and implemented differently across the lineup.
At Silko Honda in Raynham, we help shoppers compare the configuration first—not just the model badge—so the vehicle fits commuting, family travel, towing, outdoor use, or electric driving across southeastern Massachusetts.
Current Lineup Snapshot
Honda AWD Models at a Glance
Start with whether AWD is available or standard, then compare the system and vehicle role. Exact equipment can vary by configuration, so confirm the drivetrain on the individual vehicle.
| Model |
AWD availability |
System |
Core role |
| 2027 HR-V |
Available on LX, Sport, and EX-L |
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System |
Compact commuting and city-friendly utility |
| 2026 CR-V |
Available on LX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, and Sport-L Hybrid; standard on TrailSport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid |
Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System |
Daily driving, family flexibility, gas or hybrid choice |
| 2026 Prologue |
Dual-motor AWD available on EX and Touring; standard on Elite |
Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive |
Electric commuting and regional travel |
| 2026 Pilot |
Available on Sport and EX-L; standard on TrailSport, Touring, Elite, and Black Edition; Touring Blackout is offered with AWD |
i-VTM4 AWD |
Three-row family travel and higher AWD towing potential |
| 2026 Passport |
Standard on every configuration |
Second-generation i-VTM4 AWD |
Two-row space, towing, and outdoor use |
| 2026 Ridgeline |
Standard on every trim and listed configuration variant |
i-VTM4 AWD |
Pickup-bed utility, commuting, and towing |
Choose by How You Drive
Which Honda AWD Model Fits Your Priorities?
Commuting and efficiency
Start with HR-V for a smaller footprint, CR-V for more flexibility, or Prologue if home charging and electric driving fit your routine. Compare the AWD MPG or range change before deciding.
Family and passengers
CR-V suits many five-passenger households; Pilot adds three-row capacity. Use our dedicated comparison guides when your choice narrows to two related SUVs.
Towing and gear
Pilot AWD, Passport, and Ridgeline can each reach a published 5,000-pound maximum when properly equipped. The right body style depends on passengers, enclosed cargo, or an open bed.
Winter and outdoor use
AWD can help manage available traction in rain, slush, snow, wet leaves, gravel lots, and uneven driveways. Tires, braking distance, speed, and driver judgment still matter.
Six AWD-Capable Hondas
AWD Availability by Honda Model
The specification card under each vehicle shows where AWD is available and the key technical tradeoffs. The recommendation below it explains which southeastern Massachusetts drivers we would point toward that Honda and why.
2027 Honda HR-V
Trim Availability & Technical Snapshot
AWD availability: Available on LX, Sport, and EX-L; each trim is also offered with FWD.
AWD system: Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System.
EPA comparison: 26/32/28 mpg FWD vs. 25/30/27 mpg AWD.
If your week is mostly commuting, errands, and parking around Raynham, Taunton, or the South Shore, we recommend the HR-V when you want AWD without a larger SUV. Its compact size makes busy lots and tighter driveways easier to manage, while available AWD on every trim lets you choose cabin features first and drivetrain second. That means you can add traction support for winter roads without giving up the easy-to-live-with footprint that makes the HR-V so practical every day.
2026 Honda CR-V
Trim Availability & Technical Snapshot
AWD availability: Available on LX, EX, EX-L, Sport Hybrid, and Sport-L Hybrid; standard on TrailSport Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid.
AWD system: Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System.
Key tradeoff: Gas and hybrid AWD configurations carry lower EPA ratings than comparable FWD configurations; towing varies by powertrain and configuration.
For many drivers around Route 44 and Route 24, we recommend the CR-V as the most balanced AWD choice in this group. It gives you enough room for family schedules, groceries, luggage, and longer South Coast trips without feeling oversized during daily errands. You can also choose gas or hybrid power and then match AWD to the trim that fits you. The result is one SUV that handles commuting, family use, and changing Massachusetts weather without pushing you into a larger three-row model.
2026 Honda Prologue
Trim Availability & Technical Snapshot
AWD availability: Dual-motor AWD available on EX and Touring; standard on Elite.
AWD output: 300 horsepower and 355 lb-ft of torque.
EPA range: 308 miles for FWD EX/Touring, 294 miles for AWD EX/Touring, and 283 miles for AWD-only Elite.
We recommend the Prologue when you are ready for electric driving and want AWD as part of that move. Around southeastern Massachusetts, it fits best when home charging works with your routine and your normal mileage leaves comfortable range between charges. Dual-motor AWD adds output and traction support, but it also reduces EPA range versus comparable FWD versions. That tradeoff is worth considering up front, because the best Prologue configuration is the one that fits both your roads and your charging habits.
2026 Honda Pilot
Trim Availability & Technical Snapshot
AWD availability: Available on Sport and EX-L; standard on TrailSport, Touring, Elite, and Black Edition; Touring Blackout is offered with AWD.
AWD system: i-VTM4 torque-vectoring AWD.
Towing implication: Published maximum rises from 3,500 lb with FWD to 5,000 lb with AWD when properly equipped.
If your week includes carpools, youth sports, visiting family, or longer trips toward Plymouth and the South Coast, we recommend the Pilot when passenger space matters as much as AWD. The third row keeps people from competing with cargo, and AWD raises the published towing ceiling on properly equipped configurations. That gives you one SUV that can handle family duty during the week and trailer needs when they come up, without forcing you to choose between seating capacity and useful capability.
2026 Honda Passport
Trim Availability & Technical Snapshot
AWD availability: Standard on every 2026 Passport configuration.
AWD system: Second-generation i-VTM4 AWD.
Capability: Up to 5,000 lb of towing when properly equipped; EPA ratings vary between RTL- and TrailSport-based configurations.
We recommend the Passport when you want standard AWD, generous two-row space, and room for gear without paying for a third row you rarely use. It fits drivers moving between Route 44 or Route 24 commuting and weekends with sports equipment, outdoor gear, or longer South Coast trips. Because AWD is standard across the lineup, you can focus on the trim features you want instead of drivetrain availability. That makes the Passport a straightforward choice when cargo flexibility matters more than maximum passenger count.
2026 Honda Ridgeline
Trim Availability & Technical Snapshot
AWD availability: Standard on Sport, RTL, TrailSport, and Black Edition and their listed configuration variants.
AWD system: i-VTM4 AWD.
Capability: Up to 5,000 lb of towing with required equipment; EPA ratings vary by trim.
We recommend the Ridgeline when an open bed would make your routine easier than another SUV cargo area. Bikes, landscaping supplies, home-project materials, wet beach gear, and other bulky or dirty items can stay outside the passenger cabin, which keeps the interior more usable. Standard AWD and available towing capability also support year-round utility around southeastern Massachusetts. If your cargo is often awkward, messy, or better separated from passengers, the Ridgeline gives you a practical advantage that a conventional two-row SUV cannot duplicate.
AWD Details That Change the Decision
Efficiency, System Design, and Massachusetts Use
How AWD Changes MPG, Range, and Towing
| Configuration |
FWD rating |
AWD rating |
Towing implication |
| 2027 HR-V |
26/32/28 mpg |
25/30/27 mpg |
Honda's specification table does not publish a towing figure |
| CR-V gas |
28/33/30 mpg |
27/31/29 mpg |
Up to 1,500 lb; AWD does not raise the published maximum |
| CR-V Sport/Sport-L Hybrid |
43/36/40 mpg |
40/34/37 mpg |
Up to 1,000 lb; AWD does not raise the published maximum |
| CR-V TrailSport Hybrid |
Not offered |
AWD only; 38/33/35 mpg |
Up to 1,000 lb when properly equipped |
| CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid |
Not offered |
AWD only; 40/34/37 mpg |
Up to 1,000 lb when properly equipped |
| Prologue EX/Touring |
308-mile EPA range |
294-mile EPA range |
Up to 1,500 lb in FWD or AWD |
| Prologue Elite |
Not offered |
AWD only; 283-mile EPA range |
Up to 1,500 lb when properly equipped |
| Pilot Sport/EX-L |
19/27/22 mpg |
19/25/21 mpg |
Up to 3,500 lb FWD or 5,000 lb AWD |
| Passport / Ridgeline |
Not offered |
Standard; ratings vary by trim |
Up to 5,000 lb when properly equipped |
Real Time AWD, i-VTM4, and Dual-Motor AWD Explained
Real Time AWD
Used by HR-V and CR-V, Real Time AWD can send power to the rear wheels as conditions require. It is suited to shoppers who want added traction support in an everyday compact SUV.
i-VTM4 AWD
Used by Pilot, Passport, and Ridgeline, i-VTM4 distributes torque front to rear and can vary torque between the rear wheels for side-to-side control. Passport uses the second-generation system.
Prologue Dual Motor AWD
Prologue adds a second electric motor for AWD. That increases rated output compared with the FWD configuration while reducing the published EPA range.
When AWD May Be Useful in Massachusetts
AWD may be useful when pulling away on snow, slush, rain-soaked pavement, wet leaves, gravel parking areas, or uneven driveways. It can also help when Route 24 highway driving connects to untreated local roads and changing weather.
It is not automatically the right answer for every shopper. A FWD HR-V, CR-V, Pilot, or Prologue can preserve a higher EPA rating or range and may suit drivers whose routes are regularly cleared and whose traction needs are modest.
AWD helps manage available traction; it does not shorten braking distance, override the limits of the tires, or replace appropriate tires, careful speed, and driver judgment.
Compare With a Local Honda Team
Why Compare Honda AWD Models at Silko Honda?
Our Route 44 showroom in Raynham gives shoppers a practical place to compare seating, cargo access, controls, and current AWD configurations.
One Sales Consultant
With the Silko Way, we keep you with one consultant through the shopping process, so your AWD priorities stay clear from test drive through delivery.
Clear Numbers
We compare drivetrain, trim, and ownership tradeoffs with clear figures before you decide which model to drive.
Written Appraisal Offer
We provide a written appraisal offer for your current vehicle even if you do not buy from us.
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We explain which new Honda purchases qualify for SilkoCare Plus and review the current program terms with you before purchase.
Delivery and Follow-Up
Our process includes professional delivery plus 48-hour and 30-day follow-up, helping you get comfortable with the vehicle after the sale.
Keep Researching
Compare Related Honda Models and Towing
Use each model card's trim-guide button for model-level details. If your shortlist is down to two related SUVs, the CR-V vs. HR-V and Passport vs. Pilot guides put those differences side by side.
Quick Answers
Honda AWD FAQs
Which current Honda models offer AWD?
For the current model years covered here, AWD is offered on the 2027 HR-V and the 2026 CR-V, Prologue, Pilot, Passport, and Ridgeline.
Which Honda models include AWD as standard equipment?
Every 2026 Passport and 2026 Ridgeline includes AWD. AWD is also standard on selected CR-V, Prologue, and Pilot trims, while it is optional on other configurations.
Is AWD available on every 2027 HR-V or 2026 CR-V trim?
Yes. Every 2027 HR-V trim offers available AWD. Every 2026 CR-V trim either offers AWD or includes it as standard equipment.
What is the difference between Real Time AWD and i-VTM4?
Real Time AWD can send power to the rear wheels as conditions require. i-VTM4 also provides torque-vectoring control by varying torque between the two rear wheels.
How is Prologue dual-motor AWD different?
Prologue uses an electric motor at each axle for AWD. It does not use Honda's Real Time AWD or i-VTM4 systems found in gas and hybrid models.
Does AWD reduce gas mileage or electric range?
It can. Comparable AWD HR-V, CR-V, and Pilot configurations have lower EPA mileage ratings than FWD versions, and Prologue AWD has a lower EPA range than comparable FWD configurations.
Does choosing AWD increase towing capacity?
It does on the 2026 Pilot: the published maximum is 3,500 pounds with FWD and 5,000 pounds with AWD when properly equipped. AWD does not raise the published maximum for CR-V or Prologue.
Is AWD worth considering for Massachusetts driving?
It may be useful for drivers who regularly encounter snow, slush, rain, wet leaves, gravel, or uneven access roads. AWD helps manage traction but does not replace suitable tires, careful driving, or adequate braking distance.
Next Step
Compare Current Honda AWD Options at Silko Honda
Browse current model inventory, then confirm AWD and trim details on the individual vehicle. Inventory and availability can change.
Model-year details reflect Honda information available August 7, 2026. Features, specifications, and availability can change. Confirm the drivetrain and equipment on the individual vehicle.
Based on 2026 or 2027 EPA mileage ratings, as applicable. Use for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage will vary with driving and vehicle conditions. EPA range is for comparison purposes. Actual range varies with temperature, terrain, battery age and condition, loading, use, charging habits, and maintenance.
Towing figures are published maximums and require proper equipment. Review the owner's manual and account for hitch equipment, trailer and tongue weight, passengers, cargo, and payload before towing. AWD assists traction management; it is not a safety guarantee or a substitute for suitable tires and careful driving.