Trading Enterprises Honda has launched the all-new Honda CR-V in the UAE, the 6th generation of Honda’s most popular SUV, which now comes with a 1.5-ltre turbo charged engine for the first time.
An announcement from Trading Enterprises – part of Al-Futtaim Automotive and is the sole UAE distributor of Honda vehicles, motorcycles, marine engines, power products and parts – said the latest iteration of the Honda CR-V is “perfect for daily life or weekend escapes, with a rugged and sophisticated design inside and out, a more spacious interior and increased utility”. The new first-ever turbo charged engine for the model also provides a sportier driving experience, it added.
According to the announcement, the Honda CR-V is a constant class leader representing the SUV C segment. “Its manageable size, versatility and do-anything nature make it perfectly suited to be whatever you want it to be, from a suburban task-runner to a practical family vehicle,” said Trading Enterprises.
Honda CR-V an established model
First introduced in 1995, the first-generation Honda CR-V helped establish a new breed of compact sport utility vehicle with car-like ride and handling thanks to its unibody construction, four-wheel independent suspension, and long wheelbase. From 1995 to the current generation, it has evolved in a multitude of ways, always keeping in mind the wants and needs of the consumer, the distributor said.
“The All-New CR-V is set to be the SUV for all occasions and strives to be the vehicle to be ‘As Different as You Are’. For this year, the car has been completely reformed to feature an all-new rugged and sophisticated design, sleek roofline and long hood to create a sportier profile, distinctive grille design, signature vertical LED taillights, standard Honda Sensing® system with 360 multi-view camera, 7-inch TFT meter screen and 9-iInch Display Audio with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a Qi-compatible wireless charger. In addition, the new CR-V also features a panoramic sunroof, card key and power tailgate, available in the EX and Touring versions,” said the announcement.
Powerful new turbo engine a first for Honda CR-V
It added that as a first, the new CR-V has a 1.5L VTEC® Turbo Engine, a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, mated to an advanced CVT to deliver smooth, seamless power. The continuously variable transmission (CVT) has step shift programming that mimics gears shift just like a conventional automatic, providing a sportier drive feel. The CVT also provides significant drivability and performance improvements thanks to optimisation of Torque on Demand control, early downshift during braking, and improved refinements to the Honda G shift control.
In terms of performance numbers, the CR-V produces 190HP @6000 RPM and an impressive torque of 243Nm at a very low 1700-5000RPM. The CR-V is equipped with two drive modes allowing the driver to select ECON to save fuel or Normal, for everyday driving.
Active safety a first for Honda CR-V in region
As a first in this region, the Honda CR-V is equipped with Honda SensingTM suite of active safety and driver assistive technologies in all grades that uses a new single-camera system which detects a wider view of the road ahead for enhanced recognition capability. Combined with software advances and a new, more powerful processor, the system is also capable of more quickly and accurately identifying other vehicles and make driving both easier and safer.
The safety features include the collision mitigation braking system (CMBS) design to detect and alert the driver of a potential collision. Additionally, an adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow allowing the vehicle to adjust its speed automatically for a safe and comfortable journey. The lane keeping assist system (LKAS) helps to keep vehicles in the middle of a detected lane. The road departure mitigation system (RDM) which alerts driver when it detects the vehicle may have unintentionally deviated from its lane. Lastly, a lane departure warning which sends a visual alert and audible sound if the car moves out of its lane without the indicator being activated.
Several colour and trim options
The CR-V is available in four grades which are the DX, LX, EX and Touring. It features seven exterior colours, which are Platinum White Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic, Coffee Cherry Red Metallic, Brilliant Sporty Blue, Canyon River Blue Metallic, Meteoroid Gray Metallic and Crystal Black Pearl. It also features two interior colours with fabric and one with leather, including Grayge Fabric, Natural Black Fabric and Grayge Leather.
The 2024 CR-V is now available to experience at Honda Showrooms across the UAE in Dubai Festival City, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Al Ain and Abu Dhabi Umm Al Nar.