An all-new Honda CR-V emerges for 2002 with a new chassis, body, engine and interior that deliver impressive amounts of functionality, refinement, performance and safety. The new CR-V elevates Honda value to a new level with more standard features, more power, the latest enhanced safety technology and incredible amounts of all-around utility for an entry-level SUV. Those features include:
--All-new 2.4-liter, 16-valve, dual overhead cam 4-cylinder i-VTEC engine
--160-horsepower at 6000 rpm, 162-lb.-ft. of torque at 3600 rpm
--Innovative Real Time™ 4WD system that responds to changing traction conditions
--Anti-lock brakes standard on EX models
--Significantly reduced emissions (LEV-II) 2004 standard
--Improved bending and torisional rigidity up 30 percent and 50 percent respectively
--Targeted five-star NCAP rating for frontal impacts
--Improved fuel economy estimated at 22/26 mph city/hwy
--Multi-Functional Interior:
- Innovative instrument panel gear selector (AT Only)
- Parking brake integrated into instrument panel for more room between seats
- 60/40 fold-and-tumble rear seats slide independently and recline
- Increased shoulder and hip room for both front and rear passengers
- Larger front and rear seats
- Driver's and front passenger's airbags available on LX and standard on EX
- All-new moonroof (EX)
- 72.0 cu. ft. of rear cargo room can accommodate two fully assembled, full-size mountain bikes
- Standard Cassette and CD player (EX has in-dash 6-disc CD changer)
- Total Interior volume of 139.5 cu. ft. is 9 percent larger than 2001 model
- A larger rear cargo floor that doubles as a picnic table!
--On sale November 15, 2001