Honda Unveils Its New Sixth-Generation 2023 CR-V

Finally, after the requisite series of teasers, Honda has finally lifted the veil on its next-gen CR-V SUV. This is the automaker’s top-selling model, so how the new edition is received matters. The last complete redesign was for 2017, so the compact SUV was ripe for a major update.

Of course, there’s major and there’s major. Honda is always conservative when it renews a model, and its overhaul of the popular CR-V is no exception. That said, the improvements are numerous and, at first glance, welcome.

Dimensions and styling
The new CR-V is longer (2.7 inches) and wider (0.4 inches) and gets a more-assertive stance (1.6-inch longer wheelbase). This is in line with the new signature from Honda, as see on the Ridgeline and Passport Trailsport, and it includes a lower horizontal beltline and a stretched front end.

The new grille is especially noticeable, larger and more assertive. The long hood and standard LED headlights are also prominent updates. The EX and EX-L models feature a gloss black grille with chrome accents, body-coloured side mirrors with integrated turn signals and 18-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels. A body-coloured spoiler and new LED lights (still vertical) keep the model recognizable in back.

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