2015 Honda CR-V unveiled, debuts October 1

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2015 Honda CR-V unveiled, debuts October 1

Michael James

September 22, 2014

A week away from its official unveiling, a glimpse of the 2015 Honda CR-V has been unveiled via one image and an uninformative brief press release from the Japanese automaker.

In its press release, the redesigned Honda CR-V is described:

“A new aggressive and bold appearance with unique Honda style portends the significant enhancements made to the 2015 CR-V. Going on sale October 1, complete information on the newest version of the best-selling SUV in America will be available September 30.”

As the best-selling crossover in the United States, the Honda CR-V, had its best sales volume in 2013 with more than 303,00 units sold. The 2011 Honda CR-V was the last redesigned generation.

The current CR-V features a 2.4-liter inline-four matched with a five-speed automatic transmission and either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.

The Weekly Driver report a few months ago, via Gaadi.com, the newly designed Honda CR-V will also feature exterior changes to the doors, mirrors and trim levels. The back doorโ€™s rear glass has also been considerably restyled. Head lamps have been given LED lighting and the fog lights have been placed in the lattice.

The redesigned 2015 Honda CR-V.
The redesigned 2015 Honda CR-V.

In addition, the 2015 Honda CR-V will have combination of 16-inch alloy and 17-inch steel wheels. The front fascia has been given an appearance of three chrome tubes that extend from one headlight to the other.

New tech for 2015 Honda CR-V

Lighting at the rear will extends all the way from the roof to over the door, and the bumper has been designed from high-quality plastic.

Also, as previously reported, the new Honda CR-V will offer three rows of seats and seven-passenger seating. Technology will also be improved with a 7-inch touch screen with new audio control system.

Honda also plans to install advanced features like six speakers, Bluetooth connectivity, iPod/USB audio connectivity, auxiliary audio jack, automatic parking, rear cross-traffic alert, power lift gate and a blind spot camera.

Article Last Updated: September 22, 2014.

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