When was honda crv redesigned

The CR-V is expected to be offered with both gasoline and hybrid powertrains but we also think an electric version could be in the mix, possibly for a debut after the upcoming Prologue SUV electric vehicle comes to market. Proportionally, the future CR-V looks to be growing somewhat in length, which could also mean Honda plans to drop an optional third row inside to better compete with the Mitsubishi Outlander and Volkswagen Tiguan.

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Motor Authority Newsletter Sign up to get the latest performance and luxury automotive news, delivered to your inbox daily! Sign Up Today! Follow Us on Instagram motorauthority. This generation of CR-V stands one inch taller with a wheelbase measuring 1. This gives the fifth generation more space and makes it more comfortable for multiple passengers.

According to Auto List, the CRV's redesign included an upgrade to its engine output, boosting the 2. Although the engine got an update, the CR-V retained its five-speed automatic transmission and its third-generation size. With lb-ft of torque at rpm, this generation gave car buyers a choice between the standard front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Honda gave car buyers the option to upgrade with a rear-seat DVD player and automatic, dual-zone climate control. Auto Evolution states the third generation of CR-Vs came out in with a controversial redesign to the front end.

Honda gave this generation a smoother shape when it moved the spare tire under the floor, and the CR-V took on more car-like comfort, owing to its lower height for easier passenger entry.

The third-generation redesigns didn't stop there. The CR-V's 2. Along with these third-generation upgrades, Honda's model came with updated seven-spoke, inch alloy wheels to give the CR-V a more modern look. Cars Direct says Honda upgraded the second-generation CRV's engine power and redesigned its look in , but kept much of the same features of the first generation. Honda's powertrain upgrades gave these CR-Vs a 2. Because Honda based its second-generation CR-Vs on the seventh-generation Civic platform, this era of CR-V saw marked improvements to the suspension and the chassis.

The EX came with a sunroof and both trims came standard with side-impact front and rear airbags. However, this was the last generation that offered the manual transmission and folding picnic table—sadly. Ultimately, Honda made few changes to the CR-V between and but revamped it for its release.