Honda Buying Guide


Honda CR-V


2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid front


Engine and Transmission: The Honda CR-V boasts a 1.5-liter turbo four-cylinder engine with idle stop, capable of delivering 190 horsepower at 6,000 rpm, which ensures a strong and efficient performance. This is paired with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) that provides smooth gear shifting, enhancing fuel efficiency and driving comfort.

Safety and Assistive Technologies: The Honda Sensing® suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies is a distinguishing feature in the CR-V. It encompasses various advanced systems like the Collision Mitigation Braking System™, Lane Keeping Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, and Traffic Sign Recognition, to name a few. This suite of technologies makes the CR-V safer and easier to drive, supporting the driver in maintaining vehicle control and avoiding potential collisions.

Comfort and Convenience: The CR-V offers several convenience features that enhance the driving and passenger experience. Key elements include smart entry, push-button start, remote engine start, an 8-way power driver’s seat, heated front seats, and a power tailgate. Additionally, the vehicle features a one-touch power moonroof, offering a panoramic view of the sky and enhancing the feel of the interior space.

Infotainment and Connectivity: The Honda CR-V comes equipped with a 7-inch color touchscreen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, allowing seamless smartphone integration for music, navigation, and communication. This setup also includes Bluetooth® for phone and streaming audio, facilitating hands-free operations and uninterrupted entertainment.


2023 Honda CR-V Specifications


Honda 2023 CR-V
Segment Compact SUV
Price Range $29,500 to $39,500
Destination Charge $1,295
Drivetrain Front- or All-Wheel Drive
Engine No. 1 1.5-liter, I-4, Turbo
Horsepower 190 @ 6,000 rpm
Torque (lb.-ft.) 179 @ 1,700-5,000 rpm
Bore x Stroke (inches) 2.87 x 3.52
Compression Ratio 10.3:1
Transmission CVT
Engine No. 2 2.0-liter, I-4, Hybrid
Horsepower 145 @ 6,100 rpm
Torque (lb.-ft.) 138 @ 4,500 rpm
Bore x Stroke (inches) 3.19 x 3.81
Compression Ratio 13.9:1
Transmission Two-Motor Hybrid
Seating 5
Wheelbase (inches) 106.3
Length (inches) 184.8
Width (inches) 73.5
Height (inches) 66.2/66.5
Headroom (f,r…inches) 40.0, 38.2
Legroom (f,r…inches) 41.3, 41.0
Shoulder room (f,r…inches) 57.9, 55.9
Hip room (f,r…inches) 55.6, 52.6
Pax Volume (cu. ft.) 106.0
Cargo Storage (cu. ft.) 39.3/76.5
Curb Weight (pounds) 3,472 to 3,869
Gross vehicle weight (pounds) N/A
Towing (pounds) 1,000 to 1,500
Payload (pounds) N/A
Fuel Type Premium
Fuel Tank (gallons) 14.0
EPA Fuel MPG (city/highway/combined) 27/32/29 (gas); 43/36/40 (hybrid)
Manufacturing Plant Greensburg, Indiana

Specifications supplied by the manufacturer. Statistics assembled by Tom Keegan.


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