Honda CR-V Second generation (2001–2006)

Honda CR-V 

The Honda CR-V is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Honda since 1995 and introduced in the North American market in 1997. It uses the Honda Civic platform with an SUV body design. The CR-V is Honda's mid-range utility vehicle, slotting between the smaller Honda HR-V and the larger Honda Passport. Honda states "CR-V" stands for "Comfortable Runabout Vehicle," while the term "Compact Recreational Vehicle" is used in a British car review article that was republished by Honda

Honda CR-V Second generation (2001–2006)

The second generation CR-V was a full redesign, based on the seventh generation Civic, and powered by the K24A1 engine. Southeast Asian models produced 150 hp (112 kW) of power and 190 N⋅m (140 lbf⋅ft) while the North American versions of the new engine produced 160 hp (119 kW) and 190 N⋅m (140 lbf⋅ft) of torque. Per new SAE regulations, the same North American K24A1 engine is now rated at 156 hp (116 kW) and 160 lb⋅ft (217 N⋅m). The new CR-V retained the fuel economy of the previous model because of the i-VTEC system. The new chassis had increased torsional and bending rigidity, the suspension included front toe control link MacPherson struts and a rear reactive-link double wishbone; the compact rear suspension increased cargo space to 72 cu ft (2,000 l). The second generation CR-V was Car and Driver magazine's Best Small SUV for 2002 and 2003. Second generation CR-Vs in countries outside of North America were again offered in both "low specification" and "high specification" variants, with the latter featuring body-colored bumpers and fittings. It also now did not require the glass hatch to be opened before the swinging door. Changes between model years 2002, 2003, and 2004 were minor, involving an enlargement of the center compartment bin and the addition of a front passenger door power lock in the latter two years respectively.

It is reported that in late 2003, Honda took legal action against Shuanghuan of China accusing its Laibao SRV of copying the CR-V's exterior design.[8] Production for the Laibao SRV started in 2007 and ended in 2010. Another manufacturer from China made their copy called the Tianqi Meiya TM6480A.

OVERVIEW

Manufacturer                             Honda

Production                                 2001-2006

Class                                           compact crossover SUV

Body Style                                  5-door SUV

Production 2001–2006

Model years 2002–2006

Assembly

Sayama, Japan


Swindon, England
Ayutthaya, Thailand Melaka, Malaysia
Ping-Tung, Taiwan
Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines
India
Karawang, Indonesia (Honda Prospect Motor)
Wuhan, China (Dongfeng Honda)

Designer Mitsuhiro Honda (1999)



Body and chassis

Related Honda Civic (seventh generation)
Honda Element
Honda Integra DC5

Powertrain

Engine

2.0 L K20A1 I4

2.0 L K20A4 I4
2.2 L N22A2 turbodiesel I4
2.4 L K24A1 I4

Transmission

5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
5-speed automatic

Dimensions


Wheelbase
2,620 mm (103 in)
2,625 mm (103.3 in) (post-facelift)
Length
4,535 mm (178.5 in)
4,600 mm (180 in) (post-facelift)
Width
1,785 mm (70.3 in)
Height
1,680 mm (66 in) 2002–2004
1,700 mm (67 in) 2002–2004 2WD
1,750 mm (69 in) 2002–2004 4WD
1,759 mm (69.3 in) 2005–2006 2WD
1,780 mm (70 in) 2005–2006 4WD
1,800 mm (71 in) 2005–2006 2WD/4WD