New 2018 Honda CR-V - Fuel-Efficient Family SUV
Honda CR-V remains one of the most excellent and most practical choices when it comes to compact crossover SUVs. The model was introduced in 1995 and is now on its fifth generation that started last year. There are no major changes for the 2018 model year but this Compact Crossover SUV has so many quality features to offer. One of the noteworthy features is the impressive cargo space, innovative and advanced technology for both infotainment and safety and great performance that makes this SUV ideal for your daily driving needs.
Interior / Exterior
The 2018 Honda CR-V offers an excellent interior design which is made from high quality materials. The interior features sophisticated materials with a seating capacity of 4-5 people. It comes with a standard cloth seats but you can upscale such feature into leather seats for utmost comfort and luxury. The cargo space is probably one of the strongest features of the 2018 Honda CR-V. With the 39.2 cubic feet space behind the back seat and an overall 75.8 cubic feet when the second row is folded, the 2018 Honda CR-V has the largest cargo capacity compare to other vehicles of the same class.
Honda describes the exterior of their 2018 Honda CR-V as a design that raises the bar and we couldn’t agree more. It has distinctive headlights and taillights and sporty sculpted panels. The Active Shutter Grille will not just provide this vehicle a sharp look but also improves the car’s overall aerodynamics. The dual chrome exhaust finishers are also responsible for its edgy and sporty look.
Infotainment / Security
The 2018 Honda CR-V is loaded with great list of standard features. Few of which includes a four-speaker audio system, a USB Port and a 5 inch audio display screen. For utmost driving experience, you can also upscale the infotainment system through some of the optional features like the dual zone automatic climate control system, proximity key entry, push button start, a moonroof, satellite radio and more. The audio system can be upgraded to 6 to 9 speaker premium.
Safety should always be a top priority for any vehicle and the 2018 Honda CR-V has many available options for maximum safety. All trim levels comes with a standard rearview camera. Except for the base trim, higher trim levels come with Honda Sensing suite of technologies like the forward collision warning, automatic energy braking and lane departure warning. Adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist and road departure mitigation system are also present in higher Honda CR-V trim levels. Same thing goes with advanced safety features like blind spot monitoring, automatic high beams and rear cross traffic alert.
Performance
The 2018 Honda CR-V comes in four different trim levels such as the Honda CR-V LX, Honda CR-V EX, Honda CR-V EX-L and Honda CR-V Touring. The base model comes with a 2.4 L four cylinder engine that generates 184 horsepower. The rest of the trims offer stronger powertrain. They are powered by a Turbocharged 1.5L four cylinder engine that produces 190 horsepower. It also delivers an excellent and smooth riding quality which makes it ideal for daily driving or long trip adventures. With huge cargo room and passenger space, excellent interior quality and decent performance, 2018 Honda CR-V remains to be on top of its class!