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Honda CR-V III (facelift 2009) 2.4 i-VTEC (180 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Honda CR-V:
The Honda CR-V is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Japanese automaker Honda since 1995. Initial models of the CR-V were built using the same platform as the Civic.
Honda began producing the CR-V in Japan and United Kingdom, for worldwide markets, adding North American manufacturing sites in the United States and Mexico in 2007, and Canada in 2012. The CR-V is also produced in Wuhan for the Chinese market by Dongfeng Honda, and also marketed as the Breeze in China for the version produced at Guangzhou by Guangqi Honda....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift 2009) Overview:
Honda CR-V (III (facelift 2009)). With 218 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1600 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.4 i-VTEC (180 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers stronger performance than the 2.0L petrol, providing more confident acceleration for highway merging and overtaking.
Fuel Economy
Significantly higher fuel consumption, making it the least economical option in the lineup.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent Honda reliability and build quality
- • Spacious and practical interior with good cargo capacity
- • Comfortable ride quality, suitable for long journeys
- • Strong safety performance with a 5-star Euro NCAP rating
- • Efficient diesel engine option (2.2 i-DTEC)
- • Available AWD for improved traction
Cons:
- • Petrol engines can be thirsty, especially with automatic and AWD
- • Automatic transmissions can feel sluggish compared to rivals
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than competitors
- • Limited off-road capability despite AWD availability
- • Naturally aspirated petrol engines lack low-end torque
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: November, 2011 - September, 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | CR-V |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2009) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.4 i-VTEC (180 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | September, 2009 |
| End of production: | November, 2011 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 180 Hp @ 6800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 76.5 Hp/l [26mm more] |
| Torque: | 218 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K24Z6 More details about the engine K24Z6 |
| Engine displacement: | 2354 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.2 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 99 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | ULEV-2 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.8 kg/Hp, 113.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 137.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1589-1612 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2064 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1011 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 680 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 58 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4555 mm [26mm more] |
| Width: | 1820 mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1680 mm [37mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2620 mm [1mm more] |
| Front track: | 1565 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1565 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 170 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 297 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 305 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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