2015 Honda CR-V Review -Now
in its fourth generation, the Honda CR-V continues to set the bar for the
compact CUV segment, and with a host of major updates arriving for the 2015
model year, the new CR-V is better than ever. Honda hasn’t wasted any time
bringing updated products to market in recent years, so the refreshed Honda
CR-V 2015 wasn’t unexpected after just three years since its introduction.
From the styling to the cabin tech to the powertrain, very few elements of the
CR-V were left untouched, and I recently spent a full week with Honda’s compact
crossover in the new Touring trim level (which replaces EX-L with Navigation)
to see if the changes will help keep the CR-V at the head of the ever-growing
pack.
Design of Honda CR-V 2015
The design of the updated
fourth-gen CR-V is about as expressive as a mainstream CUV can get. Not to say
there was anything wrong with how the 2012-14 Honda CR-V looked, but the 2015
Honda CR-V now stands out even more with one of the best designs in the
segment. The honda crv 2015 specs
is primarily focused on the front end, where the headlights, grille and front
fascia have all been restyled, which all help to provide more of a family
resemblance with newer Hondas like the 2016 Honda HR-V , 2016 Honda Pilot and
2015 Honda Fit . Except for the base LX, all other CR-V trim levels get
distinctive LED daytime running lights that tie in perfectly with the shape of
the new grille. Aside from the front end, other changes to the 2015 CR-V
include new wheel designs and minor updates to the liftgate and rear fascia.
Although the majority of benefits
of the 2015 Honda CR-V Touring are more obvious inside the crossover,
this trim level does get exclusive features (not offered on lower CR-V models)
such as projector beam headlights, a power liftgate, heated door mirrors with
integrated LED turn signals, and stylish 18-inch wheels that are reminiscent of
the wheel design found on the sporty 2014-2015 Honda Civic Si .
Honda CR-V for 2015
is still a great vehicle to spend time in, whether you’re behind the wheel or
in the back seat. Comfort is the name of the game among compact crossovers, and
once again, the 2015 Honda CR-V is a leader in this regard. There is
plenty of room for five adults and their gear, and the overall cabin design is
both stylish and ergonomic. I am a little disappointed that there is no option
for a panoramic roof on this top trim level, and some of the touch points (such
as the upper door panel area) are still unnecessarily hard and plasticky, but
the updated CR-V is still a great vehicle to spend time in, whether you’re
behind the wheel or in the back seat. Other features of 2015 Honda CR-V
in addition to the LX, EX and EX-L trim levels, the 2015 Honda CR-V now adds
the top-of-the-line Touring trim, and the only major difference between the previous
EX-L with Navigation and the new Touring trim is the addition of safety
features like the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
and Collision Mitigation Braking Systems (CMBS). Honda also added features such
as push-button start and a 7-inch capacitive touch display.
One final tweak Honda made to the 2015 Honda CR-V
interior was a redesigned center console that adds to the overall function and
comfort. For front occupants, the center console now has a built-in armrest,
and while it loses the retractable cover, it gains lots of connectivity, with
two USB ports, two power outlets and an HDMI port. Rear passengers also get
some attention with the addition of HVAC vents built into the back of the
console. Thanks for visit.
