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The term “rugged and sophisticated” frequently appears in press releases for the all-new 2023 Honda CR-V, but rugged and refined might be a slightly more accurate description. You see, the CR-V has been one of the two best-selling SUVs in the world for as long as most of us care to remember, and this all-new sixth generation refines the highly successful blueprint. The all-new model is instantly recognizable as a CR-V. However, it will also be clear when you see one on the road in Martinsville, Danville, Rocky Mount, or Greensboro that this is a thoroughly contemporary evolution of this incredibly popular model.
The new exterior styling of the CR-V is everything a modern compact crossover SUV should be. It’s undeniably contemporary, sleek, sporty, and rugged, but without going over the top. Some SUV designs appeal to particular demographics but not others. However, the all-new 2023 Honda CR-V is a stunningly stylish and desirable design that’s likely to appeal to anyone shopping for a new compact crossover SUV.
Anyone familiar with the current lineup of Honda vehicles is sure to recognize some of the styling cues of the new CR-V because more than a few of the current styling greatest hits have found their way into the 2023 Honda CR-V. It’s also 2.7 inches longer than its predecessor, which gives the exterior greater stature and the inside benefits with increased space for passengers and cargo.
Most people take comfort, safety, and quality for granted before driving a CR-V. But the all-new model builds on those solid foundations by delivering a sportier and more engaging driving experience than ever before. The new CR-V’s wheelbase is now 1.6-inches longer at 106.3 inches, and the front and the rear tracks have also been significantly widened to deliver a smoother ride and even greater stability. Add into the mix a body that’s now 15 percent torsionally stiffer than its predecessor, and you’re sure to notice the improvements in ride, handling, and the overall refinement of the CR-V experience.
Under the hood of the CR-V EX and EX-L trim levels is a 1.5-liter turbo-four gas engine that develops 190 horsepower and 179 lb.-ft. of torque. The power gets sent to the front or all four 18-inch alloy wheels through a CVT transmission. This enhanced version of the familiar 1.5-liter turbo features a new high-efficiency, high-response turbocharger, and a 4-2 exhaust port cylinder head. It means the engine maintains its peak power over a broader range of rpm, and the peak torque arrives 300 rpm earlier for better response. Engine noise has also been significantly reduced from previous versions you may have experienced.
The Honda Sensing suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies is standard across the range, and it now includes a new wide-angle camera and millimeter-wave radar. The system helps to improve collision prevention performance because it recognizes things like vehicles, pedestrians, white lines, curbs, other vehicles, cyclists, motorcycles, and even road signs.
Other standard features include blind-spot monitors, Traffic Jam Assist, Low-Speed Braking Control and Traffic Sign Recognition, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist, and plenty more. All those features and more will surely help the new CR-V get top marks from all the major safety agencies.
You’d have to have been on Mars for the last couple of decades to not know about the sheer quality and value for money of the Honda CR-V. But even if you are familiar with this sensational crossover SUV, you’ll be amazed at how far the all-new 2023 Honda CR-V has raised the bar. Check it out with a test drive from Nelson Honda at 2500 Greensboro Rd, Martinsville, VA, or call us at (276) 632-9741 for more information and to schedule an appointment for a time that fits your schedule.
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