Honda PH debuts newly refreshed CR-V

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), Honda’s automobile business unit in the Philippines, officially launched the new Honda CR-V through a virtual media event streamed via HCPI’s Facebook and YouTube pages.

Derived from the grand concept of Heroic Beauty CUV, the New CR-V has been updated with sophisticated and modern styling features. Combined with a powerful and efficient turbo diesel engine and seven-seater capacity, the introduction of the New CR-V reaffirms Honda’s commitment to providing innovative products in response to the evolving needs of Filipino customers coinciding with the company’s 30th anniversary here in the Philippines.

The new CR-V has a redesigned exterior that gives it a modern and stylish appearance. Up front, the new CR-V features a newly redesigned front bumper, new chrome grille wing, and chrome bumper accents, which conveys a sophisticated yet commanding appearance. LED Headlights alongside LED Fog lights now also come standard across all variants, while the top SX Diesel 9AT AWD is now equipped with front sequential turn signal.

At the side, the new CR-V sports newly designed 18” alloy wheels for the SX Diesel 9AT AWD, S Diesel 9AT, and 2.0S CVT variants that feature a solid and modern tone highlighting a premium look. The New CR-V also now comes standard with new roof rails across all variants.

At the rear, the new CR-V also gets updated with dark-tinted rear taillights, and a redesigned rear bumper, perfectly complementing the overall exterior look of the vehicle.

Furthermore, the S Diesel 9AT variant is now equipped with a Power Tailgate providing improved convenience in accessing the rear cargo area. The SX Diesel 9AT AWD on the other hand now features a new Hands-Free Access Power Tailgate, which through the use of sensors under the rear bumper, enables the rear tailgate to open through a kicking motion when both hands are occupied. Other features such as the Panoramic Sunroof and Auto Rain Sensing Wipers are also exclusively available to the SX Diesel 9AT AWD variant.

Designed to comfortably accommodate up to 7 passengers, the new CR-V continues to boast impressive space, comfort and convenience features, and new improvements particularly on the seats and center console.  Upfront, the new CR-V SX Diesel 9AT AWD is fitted with an 8-way power-adjustable driver seat with 4-way power lumbar support that allows for a customizable seat configuration, helping provide even more comfort for the driver. Also, a 4-way power-adjustable seat is likewise available for the front passenger.

USB ports are now located on the center console for easy connectivity access. The SX Diesel 9AT AWD now also comes equipped with a wireless mobile charger for added convenience.

To keep passengers comfortable and entertained, the new CR-V SX Diesel 9AT AWD, S Diesel 9AT, and 2.0 S CVT variants are equipped with a 7-inch Touchscreen Display Audio system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In addition, the SX Diesel 9AT AWD and S Diesel 9AT variants pack a Navigation feature and additional controls for its automatic air conditioning system.

Moreover, the third-row seat of the 7-seater diesel variants comes with 50:50 Split Reclining seats and additional air-conditioning vents with independent controls.

In addition, the new CR-V’s unparalleled cargo capacity can handle a variety of cargo requirements, depending on the customer’s needs. The 7-seater diesel variants’ flexible seat configuration can accommodate 472 liters of cargo space with the third-row seats tumbled and 967 liters of cargo space with both the second and third-row tumbled. The 2.0S CVT variant, on the other hand, can comfortably accommodate 5 passengers with 522 liters of cargo space behind the rear seats.

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Under the hood, the new CR-V is available with two engine options, the 1.6-liter DOHC i-DTEC Turbo Diesel engine mated to a 9 Speed Automatic Transmission, which produces 120PS at 4,000rpm, and a maximum torque of 300Nm at 2,000rpm. Moreover, Honda’s familiar 2.0-liter SOHC i-VTEC engine mated to a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), which produces a maximum output of 154PS at 6,500rpm and peak torque of 189Nm at 4,300rpm, powers the lone 5-seater gasoline variant.

The two engine options give the new CR-V its responsive performance and fuel efficiency. On top of the CR-V’s potent powertrains, Honda’s Eco Assist System, which consists of the ECON mode and Eco-Coaching Ambient Light, encourages fuel-efficient driving.

For the new CR-V, the SX Diesel 9AT AWD and now the S Diesel 9AT variants come equipped with Honda’s SENSING suite of driver-assistive functions. Through a monocular camera and wave millimeter radar, both devices work simultaneously to monitor and assess various road conditions in front of the vehicle, alerting the driver of potential hazards that may occur. Honda’s suite of driver-assistive features provides an array of advanced safety features such as Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow (LSF), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Road Departure Mitigation (RDM), and the Auto High Beam.

Together with Honda SENSING, the new CR-V comes standard with an array of safety features across all variants such as Front Driver and Passenger Airbags, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), Hill Start Assist (HSA), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Emergency Stop Signal, and Multi-View Reverse Camera w/ Guidelines. The SX Diesel 9AT AWD, S Diesel 9AT, and 2.0S CVT variants comes standard with additional safety features including LaneWatch, side airbags and side curtain airbags.

It maintains a 5-Star ASEAN NCAP (17- Protocol) safety rating as it gives customers better safety and peace of mind on the road.

The new CR-V is now available at all 34 dealerships nationwide in four colors with the following suggested retail prices:

  • SX Diesel 9AT AWD Honda SENSING (7-Seater) – Php 2,158,000
  • S Diesel 9AT Honda SENSING (7-Seater) – Php 1,888,000
  • V Diesel 9AT (7-Seater)- Php 1,713,000
  • 2.0 S CVT (5-Seater) – Php 1,678,000

Colors available:

  • Cosmic Blue Metallic (New Color – SX Diesel 9AT AWD and S Diesel 9AT only)
  • Ignite Red Metallic (New Color – All variants)
  • Platinum White Pearl* (All variants)
  • Modern Steel Metallic (All variants)

*Platinum White Pearl – Additional Php 20,000

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Roadtrip essentials for your next adventure

05/04/2023

Whether a short trip or an overnight drive, a roadtrip with friends or family or even just by yourself is an experience worth having. And with modern technology, there are more ways than one to make the trip more comfortable, more convenient, and, in the end, more memorable.

1. Dashcam

Whether you’re driving alone or with passengers, safety should always be a priority. And what better way to stay safe than to have extra eyes on the road?

This particular dashcam set comes with two cameras — front and rear — and can be connected to your smartphone for easy viewing and transfer of footage. It also comes with a bunch of useful features like 24-hour parking monitor, built-in GPS, and emergency recording so your whole trip is covered if ever you get into an accident.

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2. Portable jump starter

Another device for safety. And while you may possibly not need a portable jump starter, you’ll be glad to have one when you do.

A portable jump starter can save you from being stranded if your car battery dies. It’s a convenient and easy-to-use tool that can get you back on the road quickly. And this particular one even doubles as a power bank that can also charge your devices.

3. Phone mount

A proper cradle or mount not only adds convenience but also makes for a safer drive.

There are many options to choose from and you can pick the mount that’s best for you. You can go for a suction cup mount that you can put on your dashboard or windshield or you can get one that you can insert into the aircon vents.

The latter is useful in cooling down your phone if ever you’re using nav apps like Waze, too.

4. Cameras

There are many kinds of cameras that can use for your drives.

Want to get the whole picture? You can opt for action cameras like the Insta360 X3 or the GoPro Hero11. Not only can you take advantage of wide-angles and long recording, but you also get a lot of versatility from action cams like these.

You can mount them on the windshield, windows, and even on the vehicle itself. Just make sure to grab a reliable suction mount so they don’t fall off.

But if action cameras are not for you, you can always opt for smaller, easy-to-learn cameras like the Sony ZV-E10 or Canon EOS R50.

Looking for something even simpler? Grab yourself a smartphone with an amazing camera system like the Samsung S23 Ultra. You can even pair that with a stabilizer to get more impressive shots for your socials.

5. Electric cooler

Snacks are essential during a road trip. Beat the summer heat or just have a refreshing cold drink anytime by upping your roadtrip game with a fancy electric cooler.

This particular one is robust enough to store not just drinks but even fresh food like fish or meats. This is great if you’re the camper type or maybe wamt to store cold or frozen souvenirs on the way home.

6. Portable car audio

What’s a roadtrip without good music? And you can easily make your car audio sound better with the JBL BassPro Go.

What makes this worth the investment is the fact that it doubles as a portable speaker too. When attached to your vehicle, it acts as a subwoofer but you can easily take it out and use it as a regular Bluetooth speaker. And it sounds great too.

7. Multi-purpose indoor/outdoor charger

These days having a charger is pretty much a necessity. And while your vehicle may have its own charging ports, there may not be enough for everyone.

This multi-purpose charger is good investment because you can use it both in your car or as emergency backup for your home in case of power outages.

Unlike your ordinary powerbank, this particular charger can even power laptops, projectors, and even rice cookers if you plan on camping outdoors. There are multiple input options including USB ports and AC ports and even has a built-in lamp for emergencies.

Final thoughts

With the proper gadgets and devices, you can be equipped to handle whatever you may encounter on the road, There are tons of modern-day devices that can help you with various aspects of the drive. Whether it’s for navigation, comfort, or even for safety, you can make your adventure more memorable and less hassle-free.

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