Honda CR-V was introduced by Honda in 1995 as a compact crossover SUV which used Honda Civic platform and the CR-V stands for comfortable runabout vehicle which has front engine and offers front wheel drive. Currently 5th generation of Honda CR-V is available in markets and it made a huge success throughout these years even the sales of 2018 model got the range of 379,013 units sold in 2018. The 2019 model does not have much changes comparing with the previous model but it is considered to be remarkable because of its turbocharged engine that provides you thrift and zest, comfortable ride, perfect handling and spacious interior. It is one of the top rated small SUV and received a rating of 8 out of ten by experts. It is offered in 4 trims including LX, EX, EX-L and Touring.
LX Base Trim:
LX is the base model with a 2.4 liters engine and it is equipped with seventeen inches alloy wheels, LED day time running lights, climate control system, 2 USB ports, 4 speakers and five inches color display screen. All wheel driving is optional in it.
EX Trim:
Honda CR-V EX trim is equipped with eighteen inches wheels, keyless entry, heated front seats, power adjustable driving seat, sunroof, heated mirrors, seven inches display screen with drivers assistance programs and emergency braking.
EX-L Trim:
EX-L trim features height power lift gate, driver seat memory, 8 speakers stereo system, navigation system, rear view camera and auto dimming back view mirror.
Touring Trim:
Touring trim is the top line trim that features LED headlights, roof rails, automatic windshield wipers, navigation system, power lift gate, chrome plated exhaust tips and sub-woofer for stereo system. EX trim is considered to be an excellent choice. The 2019 model is ubiquitous because it is useful and it remained highly competitive within 3 competitive years and CR-V shines with wonderful performance, remarkable features and outclass comfort.
Engine and performance of Honda CR-V:
It is powered by 2356 cc in-line four cylinder sixteen valve DOHC i-VTEC engine producing horsepower of 184hp at 6400rpm and torque of 1800 lb-ft at 3900rpm. Honda paired its first turbocharged engine with continuously varying transmission and it results in smooth operation.
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Ride Quality:
The ride of CR-V is refined with enthusiastic steering and strong brakes while the acceleration of CR-V is not satisfying and it sprint from zero to sixty miles per hour in 7.5 seconds which shows it has to struggle to accelerate. The braking system of CR-V is linear and shows progressive responses when applying brake pedal that is felt very light and it takes 116 feet to stop the car from sixty miles per hour. Steering resistance gives you a natural feel of precise and confident control on your car and ensures stability on freeway. The mid corner bumps and rough pavements does not upset you now because CR-V confidently snake up curvy turns by maintaining a perfect balance between handling and ride quality. 7.8 inches of ground clearance in front wheel drive and 8.2 inches ground clearance in all wheel drive option let the drive easy in occasional unpaved roads while it is one of the most fuel efficient crossovers SUV with a rating of thirty two miles per gallon mileage coverage on highways with a fuel tank capacity of 14 gallons.
Exterior and interior features of Honda CR-V:
It is 180.6 inches in length, 73 inches in width and 66.5 inches in height. The sleeking front design include an active shutter grille that enhances aerodynamic style and it is a balance between rugged looks and modern sophistication and its profile looks great from city lights to country side. The distinctive headlights along with tail lights depicts an aggressive look to its appearance while the inches wheels helps to stand out either sitting still or driving and the wide stance with the dual chrome exhaust shows a strong statement. Some of the exterior features include power side mirrors, remote entry system, body colored roofline, body colored door handles, rear privacy glass, security system, fog lights, heated side mirrors, power tail gate, LED headlights with automatic focusing, one touch power sunroof with tilting and sliding feature and remote entry system.
The interior of CR-V is very luxurious with leather trimmed seating, steering wheel and shift knob while the driver’s seat is 12 way power adjustable with 4 way adjustable front seat provided with memory function while there is a driver information interface that keeps you informed about driver attention monitor, visual alert system that monitors drowsy behavior of drivers. Apart from this there is a seven inches display screen that can be connected with your smartphones and provides you entertainment while Honda Link app provides you with stream music, vehicle information and service appointments. You can charge your devices with front USB port and there is a rear USB port for back passengers. The IIHS has declared it a safe vehicle for driving and it provides all basic safety features including lane keeping departure warning, lane keeping assistance, blind spot detection, and rear cross traffic alert system, air bags, child safety locks and automatic emergency braking system.
Some of the major competitors of Honda CR-V 2019 include Toyota RAV4, Nissan Rogue, Subaru Forester, Mazda CX-5, Ford Escape 2019 and 2019 Kia Sportage.
Price:
The LX trim of Honda CR-V 2019 has a starting price of 25,395 US dollars, EX trim has a price of 28,295 US dollars, EX-L has a price of 30,795 US dollars while Touring trim has a price of 33,795 US dollars and it is available in Pakistan with a starting price of 107 lacs Pakistani rupees.
Country
USA
Body
SUV
Engine
Transmission
Automatic
Drive
AWD
Exterior Color
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Interior Color
Black, ,
Overall length (mm)
4587 mm
overall width (mm)
1854 mm
overall height (mm)
1689 mm
wheel base (mm)
2659 mm
Turning radius (m)
11 m (Curb to Curb)
Kerb Weight (KG)
1583 Kg
Track Front (mm)
1597 mm
Track Rear (mm)
1612 mm
Cylinder
4 inline
Engine Capacity (cc)
1498 cc
Peak Torque (Nm@rpm)
242@5600
Max out (Kw@rpm)
141@2000
Valve Train
DOHC 16 Valves
Horse Power (HP)
184 Hp
Fuel economy
City/Highway: 27/33 MPG
Steering
Electric power assist sensing steering-Rack and Pinion
Transmission: continuously variable with sport mode
5.64 axle ratio
Automatic full time all wheel drive
36-Amp/Hr 410CCA maintenance free battery
Gas pressurized shock absorbers
Front and rear anti roll bars
Quasi dual stainless steel exhaust
Permanent locking hubs
4-wheel anti lock braking system-Brake assist-hill hold control and electric parking brake
Wheels: alloy
Steep spare wheel
Compact spare tire mounted inside under cargo
Clear coat
Express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row sunroof with sunshade
Body colored front bumper with black rub strip/accent and metal look bumper insert
Black rear bumper with metal look rub strip/fascia accent
Black body side cladding and black wheel well trim
Chrome side windows trim and black front windshield trim
Body colored door handles
Body colored power heated side mirrors with convex spotter-manual folding and turn signal indicator
Fixed rear window with fixed interval wiper-heated wiper park and defroster
Deep tinted glass
Speed sensitive variable intermittent wipers
Fully galvanized steel panels
Lip spoiler
Chrome grille
Power lift gate rear cargo access
Tail gate/rear door lock included with power door locks
LED brake lights
Fully automatic projector beam halogen daytime running auto high beam headlamps and delay off
Front fog lamps
Radio: AM/FM/siriusXM audio system-inc: 180-watts-8 speakers-7” display with high resolution WVGA (800x480) electrostatic touch screen-customizable feature settings-Bluetooth streaming audio and hands free link- Pandora compatibility- radio data system (RDS)-seep sensitive volume control (SVC)-USB audio interface with 1.0 amp port in center console-USB smartphone/audio interface with 1.5 amp port in center console-12-volt outlets (front center console) HondaLink-Apple CarPlay/android auto-SMS text message function and 2.5 amp charging ports and 2nd-row
Radio with seek scan-clock-steering wheel controls and voice activation
Audio theft deterrent
Integrated roof antenna
2 LCD monitors in the front
Honda HD digital traffic real-time traffic display
Heated front bucket seats-inc: driver’s seat with 12 way adjustment-including 4-way power lumbar support-2 position memory and front passenger seat with 4 way power adjustment
60-40 folding split-bench front facing fold forward seatback rear seat
Manual tilt/telescoping steering column
Gauges-inc: speedometer-odometer-engine coolant temp-tachometer-trip odometer and trip computer
Power rear windows and fixed 3rd row windows
Leather/metal look steering wheel
Front cup holder
Rear cup holder
Compass
Valet function
Remote keyless entry with integrated key transmitter-illuminated entry-illuminated ignition switch and panic button
Remote releases-inc: mechanical fuel
Proximity key for doors and push button start
HomeLink garage door transmitter
Cruise control with steering wheel controls
Distance pacing with traffic stop-Go
HVAC-inc: under seat ducts and console ducts
Voice activated dual zone front automatic air conditioning
Locking glove box
Driver foot rest
Full cloth headliner
Interior trim-inc: simulated wood instrument panel insert-simulated wood door panel insert-metal look console insert-chrome and metal look interior accents
Leatherette door trim insert
Leather gear shift knob
Leather seat trim
Driver and passenger visor vanity mirrors with driver and passenger illumination
Day night auto dimming rear view mirror
Full floor console with covered storage-min overhead console with storage and conversation mirrors
Front map lights
Fade to off interior lighting
Full carpet floor covering-inc: carpet front and rear floor mats
Carpet floor trim
Roll up cargo cover
Trunk/hatch auto latch
Cargo space lights
FOB controls-inc: remote engine start
Door mirrors
Integrated navigation system with voice activation
Driver/passenger and rear door bins
Delayed accessory power
Power door locks with auto lock feature
Power 1st row windows with driver and passenger 1 touch up down
System monitor
Trip computer
Outside temp gauge
Digital display
Manual adjustable front head restraints and manual adjustable rear head restraints
Sliding front center armrest and rear center armrest
1 seatback storage pocket
Seats with leatherette back material
Engine immobilizer
Perimeter alarm
Air filtration
Electronic stability control (ESC)
ABS and driveline traction control
Side impact beams
Dual stage driver and passenger seat mounted side airbags
Blind spot information (BSI) system blind spot sensor
Collision mitigation braking system forward collision and rear cross traffic alert rear collision
Road departure mitigation lane keeping assist
Road departure mitigation lane departure warning
Low tire pressure warning
Dual stage driver and passenger front airbags
Curtain 1st and 2nd row airbags
Airbag occupancy sensor
Rear child safety locks
Outboard front lap and shoulder safety belts-inc: rear center 3 point-height adjusters and pretensioners