All-new sporty Honda CR-V
By Yusrin Junaidi

This third generation 2.0-litre Honda CR-V expands on the original concept to incorporate further
advancements in design and performance, to ensure an enjoyable experience for
 its occupants, no matter where they go or what they do.

When it first made its debut in 1995, the Honda CR-V also created a new segment in the SUV market by combining the comfort of a passenger car with outstanding everyday practicality. It went to amass total sales of more than 2.5 million vehicles in 160 countries around the world.

This third generation 2.0-litre Honda CR-V expands on the original concept to incorporate further advancements in design and performance, to ensure an enjoyable experience for its occupants, no matter where they go or what they do.

Since its introduction, the CR-V has been designed to function as a runabout vehicle that offers the comfort of a sedan with the off-road manoeuvrability and utility of a minivan, creating new possibilities for mobility.

The dynamic appeal, dashing flair that all-new Honda CR-V has unites bold, rugged lower-body construction with sophisticated, sporty upper-body styling. The forward cabin form with windshield thrust forward and side windows designed to provide continuity from front to rear imparts a sporty image.

For the lower body, a protective motif is employed throughout. The amply protruding front and rear fenders as well as large diameter tyres accentuate the wide tread to convey a feeling of power. The spare tyre is towed under the floor and tailgate opens vertically for improved styling and functionality.

The body chassis rigidity has been increased throughout to control the transmission of vehicle vibrations to the interior cabin, while comprehensive noise insulation and absorption measures around the cabin result in a superbly quiet ride.

The CR-V is equipped with a new 2.0-litre i-VTEC engine - a combination of VTEC and VTC - that delivers powerful torque at all engine speeds.

The sporty performance of the new CR-V is at each tap of the accelerator with a maximum power output of 150PS/6200rpm and 190Nm/4200rpm torque. The fuel consumption is also improved by 10 per cent over the previous model.

It is a new, real-time 4WD system that conveys 20 per cent more torque to the rear wheels than the previous systems and Drive By Wire (DBW) provide coordinated control for a major improvement in driving stability.

With its five-speed automatic transmission, discover sedan-style driving performance with the new CR-V. The safety performance of Honda CR-V has been engineered to contain comprehensive safety measures for its occupants in the event of an unavoidable collision.

Features like the dual SRS airbags, active headrests and an anti-lock braking system (ABS) that work with electronic brake force distribution (EBD) and brake assist (BA) are fundamental injury prevention examples that govern its occupants' safety.

In addition, Honda's original G-Force Control (G-CON) technology enhances passenger protection while mitigating on the other vehicle.

Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin