2010 Honda CR-V: Details and initial images revealed

Posted by Harvinder

September 10, 2009

Honda has revealed official details regarding the 2010 Honda CR-V SUV. The new model is now updated with Honda’s 2.2 liter i-DTEC diesel which can be paired with either a manual or a new 5 speed automatic transmission. The powerplant is able to output 150PS and 350Nm of torque available from 2,000 revs. The above mentioned automatic transmission is available on all CR-V model grades from launch in 2010.

On the outside, the new CR-V is treated to a distinctive new front bumper and grille, a revised rear bumper, and colour coded bumpers on the EX grade. There are also newly-designed 17-inch (for SE grade) and 18-inch (for ES and EX grades) alloy wheels and upgraded fabrics and plastics inside. Honda has also installed a new audio console design. The auto maker has also improved the sound deadening around the engine and cabin.

The SE grade comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, air conditioning, cloth upholstery and power heated door mirrors, while the ES is further enhanced with 18-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, auto dimming mirror, cruise control, double deck cargo space, dual-zone air conditioning, electric folding mirrors and headlight washers, front and rear parking sensors, front fog lights, half leather Alcantara heated seats, leather steering wheel and gear knob, unique interior inlay trims and USB connector for iPod connectivity.

The range topping EX grade gets an 8-way driver power seat and electric lumbar support, an alloy step garnish, HID Xenon headlights, full body coloured bumpers, full leather upholstery with heated front seats, panoramic glass roof, rain sensor and auto headlight on function, reverse tilt mirror, DVD satellite navigation with premium audio as well as a 6-CD changer and subwoofer.

Honda has added three new paint options for the new model, including Premium White Pearl, Urban Titanium and Alabaster Silver, over Crystal Black, Polished Metal, Sparkle Grey, Deep Bronze and Deep Sapphire Blue, as well as Milano Red (solid colour). Potential buyers can also walk home with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) that predicts collisions and warns the driver, before applying braking and retracting the front seatbelts if the situation becomes critical. Both features are optional on EX models. The 2010 Honda CR-V will go on sale in January 2010. Meanwhile, continue reading to view two high-res images of the new CR-V.