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One of the most important models for Honda is the CR-V. Its nemesis is, of course, the Toyota RAV4. In a bid to stay ahead, Honda will refresh the CR-V for the 2018 model year. Looks pretty good, doesn't it?
Under those acres of psychedelic camo lies the fifth-generation CR-V, a model on whose shoulders rides the hopes and dreams of many. The big news regarding the 2018 Honda CR-V is that customers will be given a choice: five or seven seats. The production-ready prototype spied by the carparazzi boasts a slightly longer wheelbase than the fourth-generation CR-V, albeit we can’t see if it has seven seats or not.
Even though the cladding up front and at the rear makes it hard to tell what’s changed over the previous model, it seems that the CR-V gets taller character and belt lines. This, in turn, translates to massive front and rear fascias, but you know what? Chunky is fine by me and the millions of others on the look for a compact crossover designed around the family.
Regarding exterior design, the headlights appear to have been borrowed from whatever Acura is building these days. The highlight, however, is the rear end. The design and position of the taillights is a breath of fresh air for the CR-V, one that will undoubtedly be welcomed with open arms by both the automotive media and prospective customer. All in all, change is good.
Under the skin, the 2018 Honda CR-V rides on the same platform as the Civic X. Rumor has it the wheelbase of the fifth-generation CR-V could increase by as much as 80 millimeters over that of the existing model. In terms of overall length, the estimate is a growth of 50 millimeters. Due to these increases, the next-gen CR-V will get in the firing line of the Nissan X-Trail and Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Four-wheel-drive and a nine-speed automatic transmission will come in the form of optional extras. Base models will have to settle for FWD and a stick shift. Under the hood, the 2018 Honda CR-V will be offered with a selection of four-cylinder mills, including the 1.5-liter i-VTEC Turbo and 1.6-liter i-DTEC turbo diesel.
Expect the all-new Honda CR-V to be revealed sometime next year and go on sale in the latter half of 2017.
Even though the cladding up front and at the rear makes it hard to tell what’s changed over the previous model, it seems that the CR-V gets taller character and belt lines. This, in turn, translates to massive front and rear fascias, but you know what? Chunky is fine by me and the millions of others on the look for a compact crossover designed around the family.
Regarding exterior design, the headlights appear to have been borrowed from whatever Acura is building these days. The highlight, however, is the rear end. The design and position of the taillights is a breath of fresh air for the CR-V, one that will undoubtedly be welcomed with open arms by both the automotive media and prospective customer. All in all, change is good.
Under the skin, the 2018 Honda CR-V rides on the same platform as the Civic X. Rumor has it the wheelbase of the fifth-generation CR-V could increase by as much as 80 millimeters over that of the existing model. In terms of overall length, the estimate is a growth of 50 millimeters. Due to these increases, the next-gen CR-V will get in the firing line of the Nissan X-Trail and Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Four-wheel-drive and a nine-speed automatic transmission will come in the form of optional extras. Base models will have to settle for FWD and a stick shift. Under the hood, the 2018 Honda CR-V will be offered with a selection of four-cylinder mills, including the 1.5-liter i-VTEC Turbo and 1.6-liter i-DTEC turbo diesel.
Expect the all-new Honda CR-V to be revealed sometime next year and go on sale in the latter half of 2017.
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