Honda CR-V 2011–2014 car dimensions: 4570 mm long, 1820 mm wide and 1685 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,527 kg. Braked towing is 680 kg.
The cabin has a standard intelligent multi-information display that shows audio, trip data and camera views. Cruise control comes on every model. Dual-zone automatic climate control appears on higher grades while base models use manual air conditioning. A multi-angle reversing camera is standard across the range. Touchscreen navigation is optional on top trims. In European markets higher grades can add collision mitigation braking, lane keep assist and adaptive cruise as a package. Parking sensors are fitted on some higher grades or available as accessories depending on market.
Boot space measures 1054 litres with rear seats up and expands to 2007 litres when the 60/40 split seats fold flat. A low load floor and tie-down anchors make packing straightforward. European versions quote 589 litres seats up and up to 1669 litres seats down under different measuring standards.
Braked towing capacity is 680 kg in North American specifications and rises to 1500-2000 kg in European and Australian markets depending on engine and transmission. Unbraked towing sits at 600 kg where quoted. Trailer stability assist is standard in many markets outside North America.
Payload is listed at 385 kg. The vehicle suits light towing and everyday load carrying thanks to the flexible rear seats and available AWD, though it lacks heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension packages.
The cabin offers sedan-like comfort with a quieter, more refined feel from added body rigidity, noise insulation and aerodynamics. Seats are redesigned wider with supportive side bolsters and a more car-like driving position while keeping a high vantage point. EX-L grades add leather trim, heated front seats and a 10-way power driver's seat with lumbar. Dual-zone automatic climate control is on higher trims, with a power moonroof on EX and above. The Easy Fold-Down 60/40 rear seat and multi-angle rearview camera add daily convenience, and the i-MID display puts info and controls within easy reach.
EPA-estimated 23/31/26 mpg FWD and 22/30/25 mpg AWD with regular unleaded.
Maintenance Minder tracks oil life and service needs based on driving conditions.
Brake fluid replacement every 3 years independent of Minder.
NHTSA overall 5-star rating. IIHS Top Safety Pick.
Standard ACE body structure, VSA with traction control, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist.
Six airbags standard including dual-stage front, side and curtain with rollover sensor. multi-angle rearview camera.
The 2.4-liter i-VTEC engine pairs with a 5-speed automatic and delivers EPA estimates of 23 city/31 highway/26 combined mpg on FWD models or 22/30/25 on AWD. It runs on regular unleaded and carries a ULEV-2 rating. Eco Assist and an ECON mode help drivers stretch each tank.
Servicing centers on the Maintenance Minder system, which monitors oil life and flags needed items like filters, fluids or inspections according to actual use. Brake fluid is due every three years on its own schedule. An oil-life indicator and related messages appear in the display to guide owners.
Safety equipment is extensive and standard across the lineup. The ACE body structure manages frontal crash energy. VSA with traction control, four-wheel disc ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, dual-stage multiple-threshold front airbags, front side airbags with OPDS, and side-curtain airbags with rollover sensor are all included. Additional items include LATCH anchors, TPMS, daytime running lights, hill-start assist and a multi-angle rearview camera. The front seats use a design that helps mitigate whiplash. The vehicle earned a NHTSA overall five-star rating and an IIHS Top Safety Pick.
Day-to-day ownership benefits from the quiet cabin, easy-fold rear seats, large center console and available AWD. Keep up with the Maintenance Minder prompts and routine checks to maintain reliability and the powertrain warranty coverage.
Length 4570 mm, Width 1820 mm, Height 1685 mm, Wheelbase 2630 mm (CR-V 2011–2014)
Sources: manufacturer data, hondanews.eu, cataloge.eu.