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Slotted between the HR-V and Pilot, the CR-V is one of the best-selling crossover SUVs out there. That’s partly because the so-called Compact Recreational Vehicle is related to the Civic, the automaker’s best-selling nameplate. Given the circumstances, it shouldn’t come as a surprise to you that even the fifth-generation CR-V shares a handful of things with the tenth-generation Civic.
North America’s best-selling crossover SUV has been thoroughly refreshed for 2017, inside and out. Compared to its predecessor, the styling is evolutionary at best. Up front, the all-new CR-V has Acura-inspired headlights, while the rear is dominated by oversized taillights and somewhat weird creases.
Thanks to a longer wheelbase and a shorter rear overhang than its predecessor, the all-new Honda CR-V has a more composed look. The same can be said inside, where you’ll notice premium detailing throughout the cabin. Honda enthusiasts will also spot the steering wheel and instrument cluster, which are lifted from the Civic X. The fifth generation of the CR-V also prides itself on the most interior space and rear legroom in its segment, crucial selling points for people in the market for family-oriented vehicle.
Class-leading fuel efficiency is also on the menu. When matched with the 1.5-liter VTEC Turbo from the Civic X, the all-new CR-V “will garner the highest EPA fuel economy ratings in the compact SUV class.” Unfortunately, Honda isn’t ready to tell just yet how frugal this crossover is. Nevertheless, it should be noted that 190 horsepower is plenty enough for a car of this size.
Slated to go into production at three plants in North America, the 2017 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bucketload of standard and available safety features. The highlights include Road Departure Mitigation, Collision Mitigation Braking, and the Advanced Compatibility Engineering body structure. In the short term, Honda expects the CR-V to earn 5 stars overall, Top Safety Pick+, and a “superior” rating for frontal crash prevention from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Thanks to a longer wheelbase and a shorter rear overhang than its predecessor, the all-new Honda CR-V has a more composed look. The same can be said inside, where you’ll notice premium detailing throughout the cabin. Honda enthusiasts will also spot the steering wheel and instrument cluster, which are lifted from the Civic X. The fifth generation of the CR-V also prides itself on the most interior space and rear legroom in its segment, crucial selling points for people in the market for family-oriented vehicle.
Class-leading fuel efficiency is also on the menu. When matched with the 1.5-liter VTEC Turbo from the Civic X, the all-new CR-V “will garner the highest EPA fuel economy ratings in the compact SUV class.” Unfortunately, Honda isn’t ready to tell just yet how frugal this crossover is. Nevertheless, it should be noted that 190 horsepower is plenty enough for a car of this size.
Slated to go into production at three plants in North America, the 2017 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bucketload of standard and available safety features. The highlights include Road Departure Mitigation, Collision Mitigation Braking, and the Advanced Compatibility Engineering body structure. In the short term, Honda expects the CR-V to earn 5 stars overall, Top Safety Pick+, and a “superior” rating for frontal crash prevention from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
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