It’s not a matter of if but when the 2017 Honda CR-V becomes the automaker’s best-selling vehicle. The Civic is still Honda’s top-seller, but the 2017 CR-V is expected to take the crown thanks to America’s insatiable appetite for crossovers. The fifth-generation CR-V is largely based on the Civic and now includes more tech than ever and a new 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-four as an engine choice. Honda has also reworked the CR-V’s styling, which we’ll examine below.
Overall, it appears Honda was aiming for a more premium look with the CR-V. The front fascia shines with more chrome, including a thick single bar similar to the ones used in the Accord and Civic. The slimmer headlights feature tweaked LED daytime running lamps and the fog lights sit lower.
More chrome is used for the crossover’s lower door panels, side window trim, and roof rack. Compared to the fourth-gen CR-V, the new CR-V appears to have more curvy haunches and a side character line that sits higher. The rear quarter window has also been redesigned to flow with the dramatic, wrap-around taillights. Not only do those taillights run vertically along the outer edge of the liftgate, but also horizontally beneath the rear glass and chrome strip. This necessitated moving the license plate mount lower on the hatch. Exposed dual tailpipe tips round off the changes for the busier rear end.
Inside, we see the return of a good old-fashioned volume knob that replaces the clumsy toggle switch. A large infotainment screen replaces the last-gen model’s stacked dual screen setup, and the climate control switchgear is still easy to locate thanks to its dedicated spot beneath the infotainment screen. The gear shifter still sits on the lower edge of the dash, leaving plenty of room for cupholders between the front seats. The mostly digital instrument panel mimics the Civic, and higher trim levels get convincing wood-like accents and leather seats.
Do you find the new CR-V refreshing or revolting? Let us know in the comments below.
Last week we covered the 2017 BMW 5 Series sedan. Some of you were indifferent, including dacronic1, who said the 5 Series is “neither refreshing or revolting. It’s repeated. Looks the same.”
Others were far more critical. “BMW is in desperate need of a new design language,” said CarNut4Ever. “They need to inject some i8 style and innovation into their mainstream designs.”
MadisonTSX is a fan and likes “that they are finally putting some bright work on the steering wheel. I like the new creases, makes it look more muscular.”
The post Refreshing or Revolting: 2017 Honda CR-V appeared first on Motor Trend.
from Motor Trend http://ift.tt/2e8J5sM
No comments:
Post a Comment