2020 Honda CR-V: Buyer’s Guide

Honda Malaysia launched the 2020 CR-V in the first week of November 2020. As of today, i.e., Dec 9, the SUV has gained more than 1,700 bookings of which 1,300 units have been delivered by the automaker. The facelifted CR-V is available in three variant options - 2.0L 2WD, 1.5L TC-P 2WD, and 1.5L TC-P 4WD. But do you know which among them have sold the most units? Well, it is the mid-spec 1.5L TC-P 2WD model, acquiring 46 percent of the total sales until now.

On CR-V’s amazing sales performance and customer interest, Honda Malaysia MD and CEO Toichi Ishiyan said, “The launch of the new CR-V has definitely captured the interest of many SUV enthusiasts. As an all-in-one SUV, the new CR-V is able to fulfil customers’ demand with its complete package that consists of a full suite of Honda Sensing safety features, Honda LaneWatch, dynamic performance with 4WD system as well as the spacious and comfortable cabin. We would like to thank our valued customers for their trust and support towards Honda Malaysia even during these challenging times.

So, are you too interested in buying the 2020 Honda CR-V? Here we are with the facelifted SUV’s full buyer’s guide which includes the car's mechanical and technical specifications, price, colour options, competitors, and more. So, without much delay, let’s see what all the new Honda CR-V has to offer.

Starting with 2020 CR-V colour options. Why? Well, that’s a different story in itself from which we have noticed a trend. The 2020 model is offered in five colours tones - Lunar Silver Metallic, Platinum White Pearl, Modern Steel Metallic, Dark Olive Metallic, and Passion Red Pearl. The most popular amongst is the Dark Olive hue with 30 percent booking in its name.

Coming to the 2020 CR-V engine options, the base 2.0 2WD trim is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder naturally-aspirated SOHC i-VTEC petrol unit making a maximum power of 154 PS at 5,600 rpm along with a peak torque of 189 Nm at 4,300 rpm.

The mid-and range-topping trim sources energy from the same 1.5-litre DOHC VTEC turbo engine pumping out 193 PS at 5,600 rpm and 243 Nm from 2,000 to 5,000 rpm.

A continuously variable transmission system remains common across the lineup.

Now coming to the main part, 2020 CR-V standard equipment list includes -

• LED headlights
• LED daytime running lights
• LED fog lamps
• 17-inch wheels with five-spoke design
• Multi-view reverse camera
• Keyless entry & engine start
• Paddle shifters
• Dual-zone air-con system with rear vents
• 7-inch TFT digital instrument cluster
• 7-inch advanced display audio head unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• 8-speaker audio system
• Leather upholstery
• Power-operated front seat
• Rear seatbelt reminder
• Six airbags (front, side, and curtain)
• Vehicle Stability Assist
• ABS with EBD & BA
• Agile Handle Assist
• Hill Start Assist
• Rear parking sensor

Long and elaborate, right? Well, you must be wondering if that’s the standard kit what add-on features the turbo trims have to offer. Included in the list are - 18-inch wheels with five-split-spoke design, premium wood-like interior trim, automatic wipers, powered tailgate with hands-free function, eight parking sensors, and remote engine start. Also, the duo benefit from Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver-assist systems that consists of Auto High Beam (AHB), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Road Departure Mitigation (RDM), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Low-Speed Follow (LSF), Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), and Forward Collision Warning (FCW).

2020 Honda CR-V price details -

2020 Honda CR-V 2.0 2WD	RM139,913
2020 Honda CR-V 1.5 TC-P 2WD	RM157,616
2020 Honda CR-V 1.5 TC-P 4WD	RM162,910

 

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