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Honda recalls 16,000 vehicles for steering fault
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Honda CR-V vs Honda ZR-V
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2023 Honda CR-V - Vi
2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD
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2024 Honda ZR-V - Vti-X+
1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD
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Overview
Variant
Vi
Variant
Vti-X+
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
1.5 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.6 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.0 / 100 km
Power and torque
113kW / 189Nm
Power and torque
131kW / 240Nm
750km
814km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
8 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
4 Stars
Safety rating
4 Stars
Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 7.00
Front Touch Screen: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Cruise Control
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Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 60
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
Telematics
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Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Own Phone
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 143
CO2 Level (Combined): 174
CO2 Level (Urban): 227
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 133
CO2 Level (Combined): 158
CO2 Level (Urban): 202
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 81.0
Engine (cc): 1997
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: R20z
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 96.9
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Engine (cc): 1498
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel System
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.1
Main Capacity (L): 57
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.5
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.1
Main Capacity (L): 57
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.5
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 9.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.20
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 750
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 466
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 15.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 45
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 28
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 24
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 814
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 506
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 17.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 49
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 32
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 154
Maximum Power (kW): 113
Maximum Torque (Nm): 189
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4300
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 178
Maximum Power (kW): 131
Maximum Torque (Nm): 240
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1700
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.6
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.0
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Continuously Variable
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Continuously Variable
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather & Piano Black
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: FC2
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 38.3
Rear Seat Down (L): 1084
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 522
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 46.3
Rear Seat Down (L): 1312
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 380
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Front Track (in): 63.0
Front Track (mm): 1601
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 198
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Overall Height (in): 66.1
Overall Height (mm): 1679
Overall Length (in): 182.5
Overall Length (mm): 4635
Overall Width (in): 73.0
Overall Width (mm): 1855
Rear Track (in): 63.7
Rear Track (mm): 1617
Wheelbase (in): 104.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2660
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Front Track (in): 62.6
Front Track (mm): 1591
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 186
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Overall Height (in): 63.8
Overall Height (mm): 1620
Overall Length (in): 179.8
Overall Length (mm): 4568
Overall Width (in): 72.4
Overall Width (mm): 1840
Rear Track (in): 63.2
Rear Track (mm): 1605
Wheelbase (in): 104.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2654
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.1
Front Headroom (mm): 1018
Rear Headroom (in): 39.2
Rear Headroom (mm): 996
Front Hip Room (in): 55.1
Front Hip Room (mm): 1400
Rear Hip Room (in): 49.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1257
Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1050
Rear Leg Room (in): 40.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 1025
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.9
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1470
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.6
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1412
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.4
Front Headroom (mm): 1002
Rear Headroom (in): 38.0
Rear Headroom (mm): 965
Front Hip Room (in): 53.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1369
Rear Hip Room (in): 47.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1203
Front Leg Room (in): 41.8
Front Leg Room (mm): 1062
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.7
Rear Leg Room (mm): 958
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1435
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1402
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
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Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Pearl
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Pearl
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 600
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1323
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2100
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4630
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1504
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3316
Tare Weight (kg): 1469
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 100
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2060
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4542
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1470
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3241
Tare Weight (kg): 1439
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look / Synthetic Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look & Synthetic Leather
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 11
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20230901
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 76.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2023
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 68.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Vi Cvt 2wd
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 79.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20230501
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 81.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20291231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2023
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 68.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Vti-X+ Cvt
Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Autonomous Drive
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Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
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Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
Cargo Area
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Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
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