Honda Cars IndiaLimited(HCIL), leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, today launched the 4thgeneration Honda CR-Vin India. The all new CR-V will be assembled in Indiafor the first time at HCIL's manufacturing facility in Greater Noida, UP.
Long established as the benchmark vehicle in its class in terms of quality, refinement and popularity, the all new Honda CR-V offers more dynamic and sophisticated appearance while contributing to higher fuel efficiency and boasts of amazing interior versatility.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Hironori Kanayama, President & CEO, Honda Cars India Ltd., said “With the launch of the fourth generation CR-V, we once again affirm our commitment to bring the latest from the global Honda portfolio to our customers in India. It is a matter of great pride for us at HCIL to assemble the CR-V in India for the first time.” He also added,
The All New CR-V will be available in two engine options, the lightweight and fuel efficient 2.0L SOHC i-VTEC engine with 2WD and the more powerful 2.4L DOHC i-VTEC engine with Honda’s original REALTIMETM 4WD.

The all new CR-V comes with a sophisticated6 speed Manual Transmission(in 2.0L variant) and a seamless5 speed Automatic Transmission (in both 2.0L and 2.4L variants) delivering the perfect balance of driving performance and fuel economy. The conveniently placed Cruise Control buttons on the steering wheel allows the driver to cruise at the desired speed with one touch operation.

The 2.4L variant is available with Honda’s original Real TimeTM4-wheel drive (4WD) systemthat supplies FWD (front wheel drive) operation in ordinary conditions and switches to 4WD on demand, depending on varied driving conditions. The Paddle Shift offered on 2.4L version lets the driver enjoy the manual control of the 5 speed Automatic Transmission in a fun to drive manner.
The interior of the all-new Honda CR-V aims to redefine the segment with a sedan-like driving comfort, reduced noise levels, a host of new and class leading features, convenient integration with personal technology, versatile cargo storage and high-quality materials. At 4545 mm long, 1820 mm wide, 1685 mm tall and with a wheelbase at 2620 mm, the new CR-V offers a highly efficient proportion of space which is in line with Honda’s Man Maximum, Machine Minimum concept.
The new model offers a more spacious interior layout. The all new premium Dual Tone SiennaBeige Interiorswith leather upholsterymake the inside of Honda CR-V comforting and a class apart. One of the most significant new interior features in the CR-V is the One Motion Dive Down Rear Seats which helps in increasing the cargo area in the car and is much more convenient than the traditional manual folding seats. Each side of the rear seat can automatically fold full flat into the front of the cargo area using one of the small levers located near the tailgate or a pull-strap positioned on the rear seat side.
Beyond its new versatile packaging, the CR-V demonstrates new attention to the in-vehicle experience, with sophisticated instrumentation and a standard full-color, 5-inch “intelligent” Multi-Information Display (i-MID)that offers a smart interface via fingertip controls on the steering wheel communicating Fuel Consumption, providing Audio/ HFT* (in 2.4L AVN grade) status display and rear camera display during parking. One can also customize the screen to set their favourite wallpaper. The intelligent AVN system with 6.1” touch screen offered in 2.4L (AVN) variant features turn by turn Navigation, DVD/ CD player, iPOD®, USB, Blue Tooth®/ Hands-free Telephone connectivity and a rear camera display.

The new CR-V comes with the introduction of a new ECON button which increases the potential for drivers to improve the vehicle’s fuel efficiency when the system is activated by adjusting the performance of the engine, transmission, air conditioning system and cruise control. With a view to encourage fuel efficient driving, the CR-V’s Eco Assist™ systemhas a built-in Ambient meter that changes colour in response to driving style. The illuminated arcs are located in the upper instrument panel on either side of the speedometer that show if the vehicle is being driven in an efficient style. The Green light means a more efficient driving style while the white color signifies inefficient driving.
The All New CR-V will be available in 5 colors – Carnelian Red Pearl, Sparkling Brown Metallic, Urban Titanium Metallic, Alabaster Silver Metallic and Taffeta White.Two new accessory packages Elegance and Inspire would be offered in the All New CR-V.
The Honda CR-V comes with Honda Care2+2 year warranty(2 yr standard warranty for 40,000 km + 2 year extended warranty for 80,000 km whichever is earlier) and 4 yearsroadside assistance as standard value for all new CR-V buyers.
Bookings for the All New CR-V will start immediately at the company’s vast distribution network of 141 facilities in 88 cities spread across the country.
Honda CR-V was first introduced in India in July, 2003. The 3rd – generation Honda CR-V was launched in 2006 and with this model, Honda further strengthened its leadership position in the SUV segment. Ever since its first launch in India, a total of 13,739 CRV units have been sold cumulatively in the country which were imported as a completely build unit (CBU) from Japan. The prices of new Honda CR-V (ex showroom Delhi) are:
2.4L AT with Audio Video Navigation : 23.85 lakhs
2.4 L AT : 22.40 lakhs
2.0L AT : 20.85 lakhs
2.0L MT : 19.95 lakhs