Officially already two years old, the Honda CR-V has been a long time coming for South Africa, but has it bitten off more than it could chew?
Long awaited sixth generation has the willingness to retain its previous form, but requires final polishing and a few zeros knocked-off its sticker.
Rear has been redesigned and now resembles the two generations ago Honda Accord Tourer. Image: Andre-Neil Burger Its rear-end styling less controversial before in that the vertical light cluster are smaller, the chrome detailing dispensed with and the bootlid itself now resembling the Accord Tourer of two generations ago, the CR-V still ticks the “stylish” box, albeit now more than so than before with the hue factored out.Stepping inside reveals the most welcome aspect of the CR-V; an interior made more functional and easier to decipher than previously.
What’s more, the 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster’s ability to be customised via the steering wheel is just as easy, while the nine-inch touchscreen infotainment system – first sampled onInclusive of wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, embedded satellite navigation and physical shortcuts buttons plus a traditional volume knob, the setup further serves as display for the 360-degree surround-view camera system, and the LaneWatch camera that activates when turning to the left.
Although privy to legroom that won’t cause any bother, rear air-conditioning vents and a pair of type-C USB ports each, the lack of space is a disappointment that renders the CR-V not family friendly for all. Adjustable in a 60/40 split, sliding the second forward individually does aid third room space, but at the expense of those already pressed for movement in the second.
Although not underpowered, the engine still feels on the breathless side at times – not only due to the 1 747 kg kerb mass, but due to the irksome CVT.
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