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2023 Honda CR-V
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The all-new 2023 Honda CR-V is here with a bold new design , new powertrain options , and more tech features than ever .
Serving as Honda ’ s best-selling SUV in its established line-up , the 2023 CR-V comes sized to accommodate everyday needs and weekend adventures for those considering a midsize SUV . Now slightly longer and wider than its predecessor with a 40.6 mm wheelbase increase and a 10.5 mm gain to the front and rear tracks , these changes enable a smoother ride and superior driving stability when in motion .
Available for the first time in Canada as a hybrid powertrain , the CR-V Touring Hybrid pairs a set of electric motors to the 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine for a system output of 204 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque . This hybrid setup is the most powerful CR-V ever and should represent 50 % of all new CR-V sales .
The other four trim options are motivated by a turbocharged 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine that delivers 190 horsepower and 179 lbft of torque . Peak torque is now accessible 300 rpm lower in the rev range for a more responsive engine feel while improving emissions and engine noise .
On the outside , the new CR-V features striking changes that give it a broader , more muscular look . The new front fascia is more upright with a widened appearance using narrower headlights and a larger geometric grille . A strong bone line runs along the side profile to highlight the CR-V ’ s longer length , while the model ’ s signature vertical taillights have a sharp new design that remains distinctive even at night .
The interior has received substantial changes to create a more comfortable and welcoming in-cabin experience . There ’ s more cargo room than ever for everyday essentials , more legroom for second-row occupants , and a sportier driving position for the driver compared to its predecessor . The dashboard features a flat horizontal design using geometric shapes for a contemporary look , and frontrow passengers can continue to control an assortment of cabin functions using physical knobs and switches . Drivers will now find the infotainment screen higher up on the dash for better visibility , while the front air vents are hidden behind a honeycomb mesh grille to simplify the area without losing functionality . Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available to stay socially connected even when driving .
New active safety features make this new CR-V the safest ever . Notable additions include a standard blind spot monitoring system across all trims , a new collision prevention system with a new wide-angle camera and radar equipment , and a new driver attention monitor system to identify signs of driver fatigue . Other additional features contain traffic jam assist , low-speed braking control , and traffic sign recognition to aid drivers in their driving journey .
Built in Canada at Alliston , Ontario , the new Honda CR-V is poised to become a favourite in the midsize SUV segment . With a larger size and more features than ever , it is a do-it-all SUV that ’ s easy to recommend as an everyday motoring companion .