2021 Honda CR-V revealed. The midsized SUV is now solely available as a hybrid and will be sold at all dealerships across UK from start of December. 2021 Honda CR-V has been announced for the UK market, company officials have not revealed any timeline for India launch yet.
Minor design revisions have been received by 2021 CR-V like blue-ringed H badges and e:HEV nomenclature to highlight their electrified credentials. Other revisions include a new silver finish applied to key visual elements on the centre console, doors cards and dashboard accents. Other updates include a new 18” alloy wheel design for all grades and privacy glass from SE models upwards. The range topping EX grade CR-V also gains wireless smartphone charging for improved seamless connectivity.
Mechanically, the CR-V retains Honda’s responsive and highly efficient advanced hybrid powertrain technology, which is built around two electric motors, an Atkinson-cycle petrol engine, and an innovative fixed-gear transmission.
On the WLTP combined cycle, this fuel-efficient hybrid system produces CO2 emissions of just 151g/km and fuel economy of 42.2mpg on front-wheel drive models, and 161g/km and 39.2mpg for all-wheel drive models. In addition, tweaks to the suspension are included, they have been re-tuned for more linear handling responses and to provide increased low longitudinal rigidity for optimized compliance with the trip.
The platform architecture of the CR-V integrates the proprietary next-generation ACETM (Advanced Compatibility Engineering) body structure design technology from Honda to ensure protection for all occupants. This employs a network of connected structural elements to distribute crash energy more evenly. In line with Honda’s ‘Safety for Everyone’ philosophy, the CR-V’s class-leading suite of passive and active safety systems continue to be available as standard for all variants. The Honda Sensing package is among the most comprehensive suites of active safety and driver-assistive technologies in the class, combining radar and camera information to assist the driver.