Honda CR-V was earlier previewed as a prototype at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2012 and now we get to see the production variant, ready for its European launch with a few exterior changes and a wider engine lineup which also includes a diesel option. For European markets, the company has ensured that all the changes are made to the exterior while interior remain just as they were.
CR-V is fitted with a revised front bumper, LED daytime running lights and rear LED lights while a new power tail light is exclusive only for European markets. Mirrors are shaped to incorporate turning signals while a fin style antenna has been installed.
Honda has also reduced length and height of the CR-V by 5mm and 30mm though they have retained interior space and width of the car. Boot capacity stands at 589 liters while this can be increased to 1648 liters when rear seats are folded down.
Engine details will include 2.0 liter i-VTEC petrol and a 2.2 liter i-DTEC diesel engine while a new 1.6 liter turbo diesel will be added to the European lineup. Performance too is enhanced for the 2.0 liter gasoline engine which is up from 148 hp to 153 hp while peak torque is also increased by 2 Nm. The diesel engine will have an output of 148 hp and 350 Nm torque. The company proudly proclaims that even though engine output has been enhanced, auto emissions have fallen considerably.
The Honda CR-V debuts at the Paris Motor Show this September after which they will go into production at the company plant at Swindon, UK while sales are scheduled for early October 2012. India is expected to receive the first diesel powered Honda vehicle, 2013 CR-V sometime next year.
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