New generation Honda CR-V launches in Vietnam: Adds hybrid powertrain, priced from 1,109 billion dong

Since its first introduction in Japan in 1995, the Honda CR-V has been a reputable product, favored by customers in over 160 countries worldwide, as evidenced by the cumulative sales of this model reaching 13.5 million units globally (as of July 2023). In 2008, the Honda CR-V was first launched in the Vietnamese market and has always maintained its position as one of the leading SUV models, receiving high ratings from domestic experts and customers.

Continuing the success of the previous generation CR-V, the all-new 6th generation Honda CR-V was first introduced worldwide in 2022. With major changes in design and significant technological improvements, the all-new CR-V quickly received special support and favoritism from numerous customers. As a result, in January 2023, the model was honored to receive the “Top 10 Best New Cars of the Year” award (Car and Driver 10Best) in the United States – one of the prestigious awards in this demanding market.

In line with the goals set by the Government of Vietnam and based on Honda Motor’s common goals: Carbon Neutrality by 2050, as well as to provide customers with more diverse choices of products, on October 25th, 2023, the 6th generation Honda CR-V was officially launched in the Vietnamese market, with the first application of the Hybrid engine option alongside the traditional gasoline engine. The vehicle, with the message “Powerful Leaps,” promises to bring a completely new experience to customers with its outstanding values: “Sporty Design – Powerful Performance – Advanced Safety – Maximum Convenience.”

Honda CR-V 6th generation, all-new, is officially available in the Vietnamese market from October 29, 2023 through the Honda Car Distributor Network nationwide, including 2 engine options: gasoline engine (assembled in Vietnam) and Hybrid engine (completely imported from Thailand), with various versions, color options, and suggested retail prices as follows:

OUTSTANDING VALUES OF THE PRODUCT

As a premium sporty SUV with many new outstanding values, the all-new Honda CR-V has elevated the SUV standard to a new level with “Sporty Design – Powerful Performance – Advanced Safety – Maximum Convenience”.

Sporty Design

The design is a remarkable highlight of the 6th generation Honda CR-V with completely new changes to the exterior. The all-new Honda CR-V is larger in size than the previous version in terms of length and width, making the body look more robust, powerful, and accentuating its inherent sporty look.

The extremely eye-catching sporty appearance of the CR-V attracts observers with features such as the front bumper designed in a honeycomb mesh style along with sturdy chrome lines, black paint that creates a strong and trendy appearance. Combined with thin and sharp LED headlights that create a modern, sophisticated appearance, providing a sense of elegance and mystery.

Sharp lines run along the body from the taillights to the headlights, creating a sense of continuous forward motion.

The taillights at the rear of the vehicle are designed in a traditional vertical design but stand out with modern, sophisticated displays that create a personality and impressive feeling.

The high ground clearance and sturdy 18-inch cast aluminum wheels emphasize the sporty appearance of the CR-V.

In addition, the rearview is widened thanks to cleverly designed windshield pillars and mirror positions, which not only helps the driver to observe more conveniently but also gives the vehicle a majestic appearance.

Furthermore, this is the first time Honda Vietnam has introduced the RS version to customers in Vietnam on the CR-V with a Hybrid engine. The RS version has elevated the sporty features of the vehicle to a new level with unique highlights: black painted grille and mirror, RS logo attached to the front and rear of the vehicle, delicate red stitching on the firm black leather, and glossy black-painted 10-spoke wheels that bring a sporty and energetic feeling.

Powerful Performance

A competitive advantage that is considered as the brand identity of Honda vehicles is their ability to deliver sporty and powerful performance – satisfying the driving pleasure of customers. The 6th generation Honda CR-V continues this mission by bringing breakthrough improvements with 2 powerful and fuel-efficient engine options: Hybrid engine (5-seat version) and gasoline engine (7-seat versions). This is also the first time the Hybrid engine has been introduced to customers in Vietnam on a Honda CR-V, promising to bring a powerful and exciting driving experience.

Engine

Hybrid engine (e:HEV RS version)

To reduce Carbon emissions, the switch from fossil fuels to renewable energy or “green” energy is necessary and requires an appropriate roadmap. Currently, in the transition phase, Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) are an effective solution for environmental issues and are suitable for the Vietnamese market as they do not require charging infrastructure and do not change consumer habits.

Honda has launched Hybrid vehicles in Vietnam – the CR-V e:HEV RS is the first step on Honda Vietnam’s journey to realize its commitment to the common goals of the Government of Vietnam and Honda Motor: achieving Carbon Neutrality by 2050. The fuel-saving Hybrid engine reduces fuel consumption by about 30% compared to vehicles with gasoline engines, thus significantly reducing the amount of CO2 emissions into the environment.

In addition, by applying post-exhaust treatment technology and advanced combustion technology, the system also reduces the amount of precious metal used in the catalyst. Furthermore, the Hybrid engine also provides outstanding performance and a great driving experience. The environmentally-friendly Hybrid engine system of the all-new Honda CR-V is equipped with a system of 2 motors combined with a 2.0L internal combustion engine, which helps the vehicle operate powerfully and smoothly. The gasoline engine can be separated from the rest of the Hybrid powertrain, so it only operates when necessary, depending on the state of charge and other parameters. When in operation, the internal combustion engine and the Hybrid motor can generate maximum power of 146 Hp (109 kW) at 6,100 rpm and 181 Hp (135 kW) at 4,500 rpm, respectively. When both the gasoline engine and the Hybrid motor work together, they can generate a maximum power of up to 204 Hp (152 kW).

The all-new Honda CR-V e:HEV RS uses an E-CVT transmission that includes a generator motor with a speed of 19,000 rpm to charge the battery when necessary and assist the driving motor. The driving motor with a peak speed of 14,500 rpm generates a pulling force of 335 Nm, helping to optimize operational efficiency and fuel economy, while also providing powerful and refined movements, minimizing the noise vibration of the powertrain.

In addition, the sports driving mode on this version will make the engine more responsive and powerful when accelerating, bringing an exciting and fun driving experience.

Gasoline engine (G, L, L AWD versions):

With the gasoline engine options, the all-new Honda CR-V offers 3 versions: G, L – front-wheel drive and L AWD – 4-wheel drive.

The all-new Honda CR-V 6th generation continues to provide even more excitement when driving and superior fuel efficiency. The gasoline versions of the all-new Honda CR-V bring even more excitement when driving and superior fuel efficiency. All the gasoline versions of the all-new Honda CR-V are equipped with a 1.5L VTEC TURBOcharged engine, producing a maximum power of up to 188 Hp (140 kW) at 6,000 rpm and a maximum torque of up to 240 Nm at a range of 1,700 – 5,000 rpm. When accelerating from 100km/h at high speeds for overtaking, the 1.5L VTEC TURBOcharged engine provides a sensation as if it were a naturally aspirated engine without any Turbo lag.

For the first time in Vietnam, the all-new Honda CR-V adds the L AWD version with 4-wheel drive to bring an exciting driving experience and excellent durability and flexibility on every road.

Chassis, noise vibration harshness (NVH), and vehicle body

The all-new Honda CR-V brings a comfortable and inspiring journey with a firm and responsive driving feel from the moment the engine starts thanks to the improvement of the body’s stiffness and steering system to balance the stability and handling response of the vehicle, reduce suspension friction for smoother movement, and improve the stability of the vehicle. The NVH system is also improved to reduce noise from the engine compartment, road noise, and external noise entering the cabin by adding sound insulation materials around the body, engine, and windshield, increasing sound absorption ability, reducing gaps in the engine compartment and between the door gaps/glass.

Advanced Safety