2016
Honda CR-V (US version)
Last
year, the Honda CR-V received several noticeable upgrades specifically, a
tweaked exterior. For 2016, it carries over unchanged, with the exception of a
new model: Honda adds an SE trim level, positioned just above the entry-level
LX. SE stands for “Special Edition,” but don’t expect fancy graphics or trim:
The model merely adds a security system and rear tinted glass, and replaces the
LX’s 16-inch steel wheels with 17-inch alloys for an US$ 800 premium.
Pricing
for the 2016 CR-V starts at US$ 23,595 for a front-wheel-drive LX, US$ 150 more than
last year’s identical model. Like all CR-V’s, the LX is fitted with a 185 hp
2.4-liter four and a CVT . Here as in the rest of the lineup, all-wheel-drive
adds US$ 1300 to the tab.
The
CR-V LX comes with essential goodies like air conditioning, power windows,
power door locks, and even a rearview camera; the SE, with the aforementioned
and largely cosmetic enhancements, starts at US$ 24,395.
The
next step up is the CR-V EX, which will set you back US$ 25,845 with front-wheel
drive. It aims to assist drivers: On top of the SE, this model adds dynamic
guidelines in the rearview monitor, Honda’s Lane Watch system, and
auto-on-and-off headlights. But it also packs body-color mirrors and door
handles, a better stereo system, heated front seats, a power driver’s seat, and
push-button ignition.
The
EX-L, priced from US$ 28,295, adds leather seats and a further upgraded audio
system; dual-zone a/c, roof rails, and an auto-dimming mirror. Honda’s
navigation system ups the tab by another US$ 1500 to US$ 29,795.
At
the top of the lineup, Honda offers the CR-V Touring, which costs a
still-reasonable US$ 31,945. It packs a power tailgate and the full
driver-assistance package, including forward-collision warning and automatic
braking, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control and it’s the only
CR-V to come with 18-inch wheels.
