Boldly Restyled and Significantly Enhanced 2015 Honda CR-V Gets New Powertrain, Advanced Features and New Premium Touring Trim
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America's bestselling SUV for the past decade1, the CR-V raises the bar for 2015 with a major update that increases powertrain performance, fuel efficiency, safety performance, value and fun
TORRANCE, CA -- Sept. 30, 2014: Launching at Honda dealerships nationwide on October 1, 2014, the new 2015 Honda CR-V receives the most significant mid-model cycle refresh in its history, with a new direct-injected Earth Dreams Technology™ i-VTEC® engine and continuously variable transmission (CVT), a new suite of Honda Sensing™ safety and driver assistive features, significantly enhanced exterior and interior styling, a long list of new standard and available features and a new premium Touring trim.
Starting with a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $23,3202, the 2015 CR-V has increased EPA fuel economy ratings of 27/34/29 mpg3 (city/highway/combined) for front-wheel-drive models and 26/33/28 mpg3 for Real Time AWD models, both increasing +4/+3/+3 mpg over 2014 models.
New for the 2015 CR-V:
More efficient direct-injected engine with torque up 11 percent New seamless and sporty CVT for enhanced performance and fuel efficiency Bold new exterior design plus chassis, braking system and sound isolation improvements New standard features include a center console armrest, sliding sunvisors and rear console ventilation ducts New available features include a power tailgate, 10-way power and heated driver's seat with memory, LED daytime running lights, and Display Audio Available Honda Sensing™ suite of advanced safety and driver assistive features that includes Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)4, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)5, Lane Keeping Assist (LKAS)6, Lane Departure Warning (LDW)7 and Honda LaneWatch™8 The CR-V is notably enhanced with multiple functionality upgrades, including a new configurable center console, new rear console heat/air ventilation ducts, and an available 7-inch touchscreen Display Audio telematics interface. A redesigned high-quality and high-tech interior further increases the CR-V's sophistication. Exterior design changes, including re-styled front and rear bodywork, mirrors and wheels, lend the CR-V a bolder, sportier appearance with unique Honda style. For 2015, the CR-V includes a longer list of standard features on all trims. The CR-V EX, for example, adds 7-inch Display Audio, a 10-way power driver's seat, heated front seats, Honda LaneWatch™, Smart Entry/Push-Button Start and LED daytime running lights.
A new top-of-the-line Touring trim includes the first Honda application of two advanced driver-assistive technologies, Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) and Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), and the first CR-V adoption of Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). These systems, plus Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Honda LaneWatch™ are part of the new Honda Sensing™ suite of safety and driver assistive technologies that, together with other high-end features, such as a power tailgate, bring a new level of sophistication to America's top-selling SUV1.
These improvements, especially the significant feature upgrades and new line-topping Touring trim, provide customers with more value and choice than ever before. Add in its car-like interior comfort and smooth, quiet ride, and the enhanced and upgraded 2015 Honda CR-V once again sets a new benchmark for the highly competitive compact SUV segment. Customers can view, build and price at 2015 Honda CR-V at Honda CR-V See tables and more info below:.
2015 CR-V Pricing and EPA Fuel Economy Ratings | |||
Trim | Wheel Drive | MSRP2 | EPA mpg3 (city/highway/combined) |
LX | FWD |
$23,320 | 27/34/29 |
LX | AWD |
$24,570 | 26/33/28 |
EX | FWD |
$25,420 | 27/34/29 |
EX | AWD |
$26,670 | 26/33/28 |
EX-L | FWD |
$28,020 | 27/34/29 |
EX-L | AWD |
$29,270 | 26/33/28 |
EX-L Navi | FWD | $29,520 | 27/34/29 |
EX-L Navi | AWD | $30,770 | 26/33/28 |
Touring | FWD | $31,520 | 27/34/29 |
Touring | AWD | $32,770 | 26/33/28 |
Telematics
The 2015 CR-V includes easy-to-read
instrumentation and, for the first time on CR-V, Honda's new 7-inch
touchscreen Display Audio telematics interface. Display Audio, standard on
EX and above trim levels, allows the user to tap, pinch, and swipe –
just like on a smart phone or tablet – to control audio and other
telematics features, including the available next-generation
HondaLink™9 and the Honda Satellite-linked Navigation
System™10. All CR-Vs retain the full-color intelligent
Multi-Information Display (i-MID) that offers a range of
customizable features via fingertip controls on the steering wheel. The
CR-V's audio and telematics systems offer a high level of connectivity,
including a standard Pandora®11 internet interface and SMS text
messaging function, Bluetooth®12 HandsFreeLink® phone
interface.
Powertrain
The 2015 CR-V's new Earth
Dreams Technology™ 2.4-liter direct-injected DOHC i-VTEC
inline 4-cylinder engine produces 181 lb-ft of torque, an 11-percent
increase over the previous engine's 163 lb-ft13 while making the
same 185 horsepower14. The new lighter-weight engine is mated to
a new continuously variable transmission (CVT) with G-design Shift that
provides smooth, seamless ratio changes and contributes to increased EPA
fuel economy ratings of 27/34/29 mpg3 (city/highway/combined)
for front-wheel-drive models and 26/33/28 mpg3 for the Real Time
AWD models.
Chassis
An updated suspension
design, and features such as Vehicle Stability Assist™
(VSA®)15 and Motion-Adaptive Electric Power Steering (EPS) all
contribute to the 2015 CR-V's quality driving experience, which is enhanced
further on the EX and above trims with wider front and rear track
dimensions due to wider wheels (+0.5 inches). The CR-V uses front
MacPherson strut and rear multi-link suspension systems that benefit from
tuning changes. The rear multi-link system helps maximize rear seating and
cargo space while providing stable and comfortable handling and ride
quality. Newly revised shock absorber tuning helps deliver a refined
driving feel.
Safety and Driver-Assistive
Technology
As with all Honda vehicles, safety is a primary
focus, starting with the CR-V's next-generation Advanced Compatibility
Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure that helps make the CR-V
highly effective at absorbing and dispersing the energy of a frontal
collision crash. Overall, the body receives more than 60 changes to improve
stiffness and collision performance, and the 2015 CR-V is targeted to
achieve top safety ratings, including a TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating from the
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and a NCAP 5-Star Overall
Vehicle Score from the NHTSA. Standard safety equipment on all models
include Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) electronic stability control
system, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist, frontal airbags,
side-curtain airbags, SmartVent® front-side airbags, and a front seat
design that can help reduce the severity of neck injury in the event of a
rear collision. The newly available Honda Sensing™ suite of safety
and driver assistive features includes Honda LaneWatch™, Forward
Collision Warning (FCW), Collision Mitigation Braking System™
(CMBS™), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) and Lane Departure Warning
(LDW). These systems benefit from the adoption of new sensor fusion
technology that integrates the capabilities of a windshield-mounted
monocular camera and millimeter wave radar to provide enhanced sensing with
ability to identify and anticipate multiple collision scenarios, including
a pedestrian collision, and initiate warnings and, in some cases, emergency
braking.
Warranty
The 2015 Honda CR-V is
covered by a comprehensive 3-year/36,000 mile new vehicle limited warranty
and a 5-year/60,000 mile powertrain limited warranty. Additional benefits
of ownership include Honda Roadside Assistance, which provides free 24-hour
roadside assistance during the 3-year/36,000-mile new vehicle limited
warranty term. CR-Vs are manufactured at the Honda of America
Manufacturing, Inc., East Liberty Auto Plant in Ohio using domestic and
globally sourced parts.
2015 Honda CR-V Feature Upgrade Summary | |
Trim | New 2015 Features |
LX | -
Earth Dreams Technology™ 2.4-liter direct-injected i-VTEC
engine |
Trim | New 2015 Features | Upgrades from Preceding Trim |
EX | Changed or added from CR-V LX: | |
| - 7-inch Display Audio | - 17-inch aluminum wheels |
Trim | New 2015 Features | Upgrades from Preceding Trim |
EX-L | Changed or added from CR-V EX: | |
| - Auto-dimming rearview mirror | - Leather seating surfaces |
EX-L Navi | Changed or added from CR-V EX-L: | |
| - HD Radio™18 | - Honda Navigation System |
Trim | New 2015 Features |
|
Touring | Changed or added from CR-V EX-L Navi: | |
(new trim) | - Forward
Collision Warning (FCW) | |