Janjivan Bureau / New Delhi :Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), leading manufacturer of passenger cars in India, today launched its luxurious 5th Generation All New Honda CR-V in the Indian market. This is the first time Honda CR-V is introduced with a Diesel engine option in India and the all new model will strengthen the company’s presence in the premium SUV segment.
Developed as a Benchmark for next-generation SUVs, the All New CR-V is equipped with advanced powertrains in both Diesel and Petrol offering exceptional fuel efficiency and fun–to–drive performance. The all-new Honda CR-V boasts a comprehensive range of advanced and luxurious features such as Panoramic Sunroof, LED DRLs & lighting system, segment-first Full Size Driver Information Interface and advanced standard safety equipment that takes SUV standards to the next level. Complemented by a bold, dynamic and sophisticated exterior styling that matches its luxurious and comfortable interior, the All-New CR-V aims to provide an exceptional driving performance and ride quality.
Presenting the All-New Honda CR-V to customers in India, Gaku Nakanishi, President & CEO, Honda Cars India said, “Today, we launch the globally successful All-new 5th Generation Honda CR-V which has captured the imagination of SUV lovers across the world. Honda introduced the CR-V brand in India in 2003 as one of the first premium SUVs in the market. The All New CR-V distinctly offers Fun-to-Drive performance of an SUV and Driving comfort of a sedan which makes it a perfect Urban SUV. We strongly believe that the new CR-V has the potential to be a game changer in Premium SUV segment and we foresee a shift in consumer preference towards more luxurious and comfortable SUVs.”
DYNAMIC AND AGGRESSIVE EXTERIOR DESIGN
The All new Honda CR-V comes with a dynamic and exciting new look that add strength and vigor from all aspects. The new CR-V displays an aggressive new attitude, thanks to crisper and sharper front-end design elements, aggressive stylized headlights, surrounded by a wing-shaped LED DRL, and wide, muscular fenders. The long hood, longer wheelbase and short rear overhang give the new CR-V an upscale presence.
LUXURIOUS AND COMFORTABLE INTERIORS
All New CR-V comes with a new age and sophisticated interior design which is sure to mesmerize the customers. User friendly amenities, premium accents and leather seating helps give the CR-V a more luxurious feel than ever before.
The All New CR-V come with two engine options offering exceptional fuel efficiency and fun-to-drive performance.
The 1.6L DOHC i-DTEC 4-cylinder DIESEL TURBO engine has maximum power of 120 ps@4000 rpm and maximum torque of 300 Nm@ 2000 rpm, equivalent to a large-size diesel engine. It works together with a Shift by Wire nine-speed automatic transmission (Electronic Gear Selector) designed to offer good acceleration and exceptionally high fuel efficiency of 19.5 km/l* for 2WD option and 18.3 km/l* for AWD option.
The 2.0L SOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine provides 154 ps@6500 rpm and 189 Nm of torque@4300 rpm. It is integrated with a CVT automatic transmission that offers enhanced response & stability and seamless & linear acceleration.
NVH PERFORMANCE
Extensive noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) improvement measures position the CR-V at the top of its competitive set, both while the vehicle is accelerating and at cruising speeds.
