Honda CR-V

Fuel Economy

• FWD models: EPA-estimated 26 mpg city / 33 mpg highway / 29 mpg combined.
• AWD models: EPA-estimated 25 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 27 mpg combined.

These ratings were strong for its class at the time.

Interior and Technology

The CR-V’s interior is a key selling point, offering a comfortable and highly functional space.

• Seating and Space: It seats five passengers and features a versatile 60/40 split rear seat that folds down easily to create a flat cargo floor.
• Cargo Capacity: Cargo space is generous, with 37.2 cubic feet with the rear seats up and a maximum of 70.9 cubic feet with them folded down.
• Infotainment:
  • Standard: All models come with a multi-angle rearview camera with guidelines, Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, Pandora compatibility, and a USB audio interface.
  • Higher Trims: Higher trim levels (EX and above) include a 7-inch Display Audio touchscreen, push-button start, and a smart entry system. The Touring and some EX-L models also feature a Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System with voice recognition.
• Comfort and Convenience: Available features depending on the trim level include heated front seats, a power moonroof, a power tailgate, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a driver’s seat with two-position memory.

Safety Features

The 2016 CR-V received high praise for its safety. It earned a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and was an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Key safety features include:

• Standard: Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure, multi-angle rearview camera, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Traction Control, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), and a suite of airbags (front, side, and side curtain with rollover sensor).
• Honda Sensing Suite: Available on the top-tier Touring trim, this suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies includes:
  • Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS): Can automatically apply brake pressure to help bring the vehicle to a stop if a collision is likely.
  • Forward Collision Warning (FCW): Alerts the driver to a potential collision.
  • Lane Departure Warning (LDW): Alerts the driver if the car drifts from a detected lane without a turn signal.
  • Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS): Applies mild steering torque to help keep the vehicle in the centre of a detected lane.
  • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC): Automatically adjusts speed to maintain a set distance from the car ahead.