Chris Teague | Jul 12, 2022
The CR-V was the first SUV designed in-house by Honda, and since 1997 it has been a mainstay in the United States. The family-friendly CR-V got a mild facelift in late 2019, and now Honda has it teed up for a significant overhaul. The all-new 2023 CR-V goes on sale in summer 2022 with an updated hybrid powertrain that uses two motors, better tech, and new safety features.
Honda offers the redesigned 2023 CR-V in four trim levels, including EX, EX-L, Sport, and Sport Touring. The EX and EX-L get a turbocharged gas engine, and the two Sport trims come with a 2.0-liter inline-4 and two electric motors. Hybrid power provides the CR-V compact crossover SUV with a sporty feel and surprisingly quick acceleration for a Honda people-hauler.
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Yes you can. The Redesigned 2023 Honda CR-V is here!
Exterior Features
Interior Features
Technology
With technologies designed to help increase safety, as well as keep you seamlessly connected to your vehicle and your compatible devices, in the CR-V, you've definitely got the power. Standard tech features include 7" TFT centre meter display, 7" touchscreen display, Apple Carplay® and Android Auto™ connectivity, and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor System.
Every CR-V trim comes with a 7" colour TFT centre meter display with Driver Information Interface which conveniently indicates all the essential info: speedometer, tachometer, odometer, fuel consumption, etc. And, it even connects you to your music, navigation system and more, all with a touch of a button on the steering wheel.
The 7" touchscreen display is your portal to the centralized system that controls your settings and the loads of tech features in your CR-V.
In all CR-V trims, Apple Carplay® and Android Auto™ will seamlessly connect to your compatible smartphone's music, apps and more. So, let the road trip soundtrack begin!
Skip the hassle and risk of fumbling with cords by charging your compatible smartphone with the available wireless charging pad.
Performance
Can you rely on the CR-V being as dependable as it is power and fuel efficient? With standard features across all trims that deliver an empowered driving experience, yes you can. Features include: 1.5-litre, 16-valve, turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, continuous variable transmission (CVT), three drive modes (Normal, ECON, and Snow) and available Rea Time AWD™ with Intelligent Control System™.
Engineered to empower your drive, every CR-V trim boasts a 1.5-litre, 16-valve, DOHC, VTEC, turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, that produces 190 horsepower and 179 lb-ft of torque. While the continuous variable transmission (CVT) offers a wide ratio of range for a more fuel-efficient, natural feeling drive.
Can you rely on the CR-V to give you great drivability? Yes you can. With three drive mores (Normal, ECON and Snow) that dial in the throttle, suspension, and steering to match the road conditions, you definitely can.
In any condition, the CR-V is confident. The available Real Time AWD™ with Intelligent Control System™ is engineered to give a solid ride by delivering an intuitive response when loss of traction is detected. The system automatically transfers torque to the wheels to help you focus on the road.
Honda Sensing ™ Technologies
The ACC system with Low-Speed Follow is designed to keep a constant speed and set following interval behind any vehicle detected in front of you, including an ability to slow, stop and start with the flow of traffic.
Safety
CR-V Touring Hybrid
Can you rely on a crossover to give you that little something extra to empower your weekday commute and your weekend adventures? Yes you can. Touring Hybrid features include: 2.0 litre, 16-valve, Direct Injection DOHC 4-cylinder engine, 19" aluminum-alloy wheels, perforated leather-trimmed seating surfaces, 9" Touchscreen display audio system, front & rear USB ports (x4) and wireless charging.
The Touring Hybrid has an Atkinson cycle engine and two electric motors that give you a combined 204 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque. You wanted to step into some power? You got it.
Can you rely on the Touring Hybrid to top off an already great aesthetic? With the 19" aluminum-alloy wheels, yes you can.
With perforated leather-trimmed seating surfaces with orange accents, the Touring Hybrid will ensure that the second you step into the driver's seat, you'll be in power.
Equipped with two front and two rear USB charging ports, plus a wireless charging pad in the front centre console, the Touring Hybrid ensures everyone's devices are all juiced up, all the time.