Honda CR-V 2013: description, specifications, reviews

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

In the modern world, the fashion for family cars is gaining momentum. Since the mid-90s of the twentieth century, the Japanese company has been producing a car that fully meets modern requirements. The 2013 Honda CR-V is the fourth version of the famous company's SUV.

How the brand came about

Production of the model began in 1995. The developers decided to take the popular Honda Civic car as the basis for the SUV. From the very beginning of the release, the crossover has taken the highest level in terms of sales and popularity. The abbreviation of the CR-V model means that the car is not designed for off-road, but for family holidays.

The concern has released four generations of a stylish SUV:

• Model of production from 1995 to 2001. During this time, the version has been improved more than once both in technical equipment and externally.
• The second generation was produced from 2002 to 2006. The car differed from the previous model in reduced fuel consumption and a modern transmission (five-speed "automatic").
• The third version of the Honda CR-V was assembled from 2007 to 2012. The jeep's engine capacity was increased to 2.4 liters. Lots of improvementsapplied in the cabin, and the appearance has become more elegant and sporty.

• The penultimate model began to be produced from 2013 to 2016, it uses the most innovative solutions. The appearance of the crossover has changed a lot. The power unit has been refined and functions in conjunction with electronic systems that provide reliability.
• The youngest, updated version of the family crossover appeared in 2017 and is still in production. The car has a set of modern technologies and security systems. The manufacturer is aiming for another rise to the podium of popularity in the SUV class.

Today we'll take a look at the fourth version of the 2013 Honda CR-V family car. This model, judging by the reviews, has established itself as a high-quality and reliable vehicle.

Off-road appearance

The designers of the Japanese company wanted to create a new and bright look for an SUV, while maintaining the company's traditions. Harmony and flowing lines are what sets the 2013 Honda CR-V apart from other crossovers. The car has a large chrome-plated radiator grille. In its center is a large emblem of the concern.

The head optics has become larger, the designers have installed LED elements in it. The rear lights are sleeker and stretch upwards. In the enlarged wheel arches are the base 17-inch wheels. In a more expensive configuration, the car will be equipped with 19-inch wheels.

In general, the dimensions of the Honda CR-V 2013 have changed slightly, the SUV has become more compact. The only parameter that the designers did not touch is the size of the wheelbase. It remained the same - 2,620 mm. Loading things into the luggage compartment has become more convenient due to a decrease in loading height by 3 cm. The compartment expands to 1,670 liters by folding the rear shelf.

The updated CR-V began to look more presentable and sporty, in comparison with the older brother. Despite this fact, there are motorists who subjected the Honda CR-V 2013 to tuning. Improvements were only in relation to appearance. Chrome elements were added, new head optics were installed.

Salon design

The first thing you notice when you get into the Honda is the massive dashboard. In the central part there is a large on-board computer screen. Expensive complete sets of Honda CR-V 2013 were equipped with touch displays with an even larger diagonal.

Passengers sitting in the back will not be disturbed by the central tunnel, which is practically absent. The seating position has been lowered for more comfortable seating.

If you decide to buy this car, then even the cheap version has all the necessary electronics. For example: climate control, power windows, electronically controlled mirrors, the presence of adjustments and heating of the rear sofa, an improved protection system with 6 airbags.

Talking in reviewsabout the quality of the materials used in the interior trim, we can note the good assembly of individual parts. All elements are perfectly fitted to each other, without strong gaps. When touching the plastic, it does not cause irritation and at first glance it may seem pleasant. After a while, you realize that he doesn't stand out for something special.

The developers have achieved excellent sound insulation through the use of new sound-absorbing materials. Due to the design feature, the level of aerodynamic drag has been reduced.

Engine Features

On the Russian market there is only a 2-liter engine with a capacity of 150 horsepower. Thanks to this engine, the technical characteristics of the Honda CR-V 2013 do not stand out with something special. Acceleration to "hundreds" takes a long time - 12.3 seconds. The maximum speed, due to poor dynamic performance, reaches 182 km / h.

Small consolation will be the choice between a front-wheel drive car and an all-wheel drive version. The engine is paired with a five-speed automatic transmission.

The manufacturer left hopes for the supply of a model with a more powerful engine of 2.4 liters. Such a unit is capable of delivering 185 horsepower.

Japanese car cross-country ability

According to frank reviews of the 2013 Honda CR-V, the car does not excel off-road performance. This opinion is justified by the design feature of the crossover. The reduced ground clearance has lowered the maximum exit and approach angles.

Whenrestyling the model, the designers paid more attention to aerodynamics and weight reduction. Therefore, we had to sacrifice patency. Although previous versions could not boast of the ability to move off the asph alt.

Machine safety

The unique SUV body shell developed at the Tochigi Safety Testing Center has become a recognized safety feature for Honda vehicles. This arrangement began to be used everywhere on Japanese cars.

The design feature is to provide the highest protection for the driver and passengers of all rows of seats. The polygonal structure of the frame prevents deformation of the internal elements of the car in a frontal collision. Impact forces are evenly distributed throughout the car frame.

Sales in Russia

The basic version at the time of the start of sales in Russia cost about 1,150,000 rubles. The richer Honda CR-V 2013 models had prices ranging from 1,300,000 to 1,500,000. This model can now be bought on the secondary car market. Prices are much more modest, you can find options worth a little less than one million rubles.

Nevertheless, the SUV is very popular in Russia due to the rather low cost of maintenance and spare parts. The reviews note that the Japanese managed to combine several targets of society in one body. "Honda SR-V" is not only an SUV (despite its cross-country performance, it is one), but also an excellent family crossover for long trips.