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Honda CR-V III (facelift 2009) 2.0 i-VTEC (150 Hp) AWD
Overall Rating
Honda CR-V:
The Honda CR-V is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda since 1995. Initial models of the CR-V were built using the same platform as the Civic.
Honda began producing the CR-V in Japan and United Kingdom, for worldwide markets, adding North American manufacturing sites in the United States and Mexico in 2007, and Canada in 2012. The CR-V is also produced in Wuhan for the Chinese market by Dongfeng Honda, and also marketed as the Breeze in China for the version produced at Guangzhou by Guangqi Honda....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift 2009) Overview:
Honda CR-V (III (facelift 2009)). With 192 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.5 l/100km). With a weight of 1551 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.2 s). The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 i-VTEC (150 Hp) AWD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance for daily driving, though it requires higher revs to extract full power, typical for a naturally aspirated petrol engine.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for a petrol AWD SUV, but less efficient than its diesel counterpart.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Honda reliability and build quality
- • Spacious and practical interior with good cargo capacity
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys
- • Strong safety performance with a 5-star Euro NCAP rating
- • Efficient diesel engine option (2.2 i-DTEC)
- • Available AWD for improved traction
Cons:
- • Petrol engines can be thirsty, especially with automatic and AWD
- • Automatic transmissions can feel sluggish compared to rivals
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than competitors
- • Limited off-road capability despite AWD availability
- • Naturally aspirated petrol engines lack low-end torque
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2006 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | CR-V |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2009) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 i-VTEC (150 Hp) AWD |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.1 Hp/l [44mm more] |
| Torque: | 192 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | R20A2 More details about the engine R20A2 |
| Engine displacement: | 1997 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.7 l |
| Coolant: | 6.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 96.9 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 10.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 100.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1495-1607 |
| Max. weight: | 2050 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 443-555 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1532 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 524 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1600 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 600 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 100 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4574 mm [44mm more] |
| Width: | 1820 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1675 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2620 mm [10mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2091 mm |
| Front track: | 1565-1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1565-1585 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 185 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 293 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 302 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 225/65 R17; 225/60 R18; 245/45 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 17; 7J x 18; 7.5J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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