Yesterday saw the launch of the facelifted Honda CR-V, and now we’re bringing you the first live photos of the refreshed fifth-generation SUV. The car has been given a mildly revised look, added equipment and a slight rejigging of the variant lineup.
Honda Malaysia has removed the mid-range 1.5 TC 2WD and 4WD from the new CR-V range but retains the entry-level 2.0 2WD model, which is now priced at RM139,913 on-the-road without insurance. That’s RM4,117 cheaper than before, for those of you keeping score.
Also retained is the previous range-topper, the 1.5 TC-P 2WD, which is a significant RM10,850 less expensive at RM157,616. New for 2020 is the 1.5 TC-P 4WD, marking the first time that the top-of-the-line CR-V is offered with all-wheel drive. It is priced at RM162,910, just RM50 more than the old 1.5 TC 4WD with a lot more kit being offered. As usual, these prices are exempted from the sales and service tax (SST).
The engine options remain unchanged, starting with the long-serving R20A 2.0 litre SOHC i-VTEC naturally-aspirated four-cylinder that makes 154 PS at 6,500 rpm and 189 Nm of torque at 4,300 rpm; a CVT remains standard fare. This enables the CR-V to get from zero to 100 km/h in 11.5 seconds, reach a top speed of 192 km/h and deliver a combined fuel consumption figure of 7.3 litres per 100 km.
The L15BE 1.5 litre VTEC Turbo mill, on the other hand, continues to push out 193 PS at 5,600 rpm and 243 Nm from 2,000 to 5,000 rpm. So equipped, the TC-P 2WD hits 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds, reach a top speed of 200 km/h and is capable of fuel consumption of 6.8 litres per 100 km. The zero-to-100 km/h and fuel consumption figures for the 4WD model are 9.3 seconds and 7.0 litres per 100 km respectively.
As we’ve seen in other markets, the exterior changes are fairly minor. The front bumper redesign features greater use of black plastic and an undulating chrome “moustache”, while another chrome strip at the rear replaces the previous skid plate.
Honda has also switched the chrome grille bar with a gloss black item and added smoked tail lights, a dark chrome tailgate garnish and a new 18-inch alloy wheel design and twin trapezoidal tailpipes for the TC-P models. No sequential front indicators for us, unfortunately, unlike what Thai buyers get.
Inside, the tweaks are even harder to spot. There’s a new layout for the ports in the centre storage console – the USB ports, previously located under the front armrest, have switched places with the 12-volt power socket and now reside just below the gearlever.
There’s no more HDMI port, so you’ll no longer be able to mirror your phone’s screen; thankfully, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality is still fitted as standard. All models come with the same seven-inch instrument display and seven-inch infotainment touchscreen, plus eight speakers and a reverse camera.
However, Malaysians still get the short end of the stick somewhat, as some of the new features offered in Thailand are not available here, such as a Qi wireless smartphone charger or a memory function for the driver’s seat. However, we do get the new hands-free function for the powered tailgate on the TC-P models, as well as standard-fit active noise cancellation.
Despite missing out on some features, the entire range is still fairly well equipped. The base model comes with automatic LED headlights, daytime running lights, fog lights and tail lights, 17-inch alloy wheels, keyless entry with walk-away automatic locking, push-button start, powered front seats, leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control and rear air vents.
The TC-P models are identical in spec and add a remote engine start feature, faux wood interior trim and front parking sensors and the aforementioned larger alloys, tailpipe finishers and hands-free tailgate. Both TC-P models also receive the full Honda Sensing suite of driver assistance systems, including autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane centring assist, lane keeping assist and automatic high beam. The LaneWatch blind spot camera is now fitted as standard across the range.
Available colours include Lunar Silver Metallic, Passion Red Pearl, Modern Steel Metallic, Dark Olive Metallic and a Platinum White Pearl. That last one is new and replaces Obsidian Blue Pearl, carrying a RM367 premium over the other hues. As usual, the CR-V comes with a five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty and five times free labour for servicing, limited to the first five years or 100,000 km.
Browse full specifications and equipment of the new facelifted Honda CR-V on CarBase.my.
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no memory function for electric seats is a bummer
No memory function seats…. Honda CRV 1.5T 4WD, priced at RM162,910. Better get 2units Proton X50 Standard rm80k/pc.
Suggest to go 5 axia instead so you can drive different car daily during weekdays
Perfect if CRV has the soundproof quality of Odyssey
Please please please, why got people compare this luxury suv with X70. Sushi is still higher class.
Your face always here in the comment section
He has been around since 2013, thats the earliest ive seen him comment.
Yupped. he was one of our courageous frontliner on 10 May 2018..gudjob semi Jasa weldan.
He is one of annoying commenters here, congrats
i cakap pasal kereta, u cakap pasal muka i. sorry la i sudah kahwin dont be interested in my face.
Seems like HM has also removed the rear fog light and Active Cornering Lights.
Normal la kerata jepunis apa pun tadak, baik beli plotong
Previously range-topper CRV 1.5 TC-P 2WD is a significant cheaper RM10,850 now at RM157,616 only..Powerful AF 193PS perrrggh
Honda Malaysia should bring 7-seater CRV instead to justify the price.
Its no brainer decision, no need listen to superficial own surveys.
Less equipments compared to Thailand just shows that Honda Malaysia does not care abt their status as the top foreign brand seller in Malaysia.
Thailand’s C-RV coming from Alor Gajah too? If yes, that is a moronic move of them.
Of course the Thai models don’t come from Alor Gajah. They don’t even come with any of the same engines.
Dude, thanks. I’ve no idea abt Honda.
Honda engines are manufactured in Japan, Italy, China, USA and Thailand. There’s no Honda engine manufacturing plant elsewhere on earth.
That wheel alone is enough to make the car way nicer than the previous model.
Curious, is there a new trend for Flowerly wheels?
Or there is a change in purchasing demographic for CR-V which is designed like a Grocer MPV?
Vote for CRV gearknob broken.
I think Honda not dare to sell high price for this crv. Best deal for honda car now is civic 1.8 109k which 25k cheaper compare 1.5 tcp 134k. For CRV 1.5 tcp sell 157k the gap for CRV 2.0 only 17k compare civic lower spec between highest spec 25k different.
Its still drives like a hilux..shld do sometg bout the suspension..learn from x70 la
When park X50 beside a CRV, x50 looks cheap by B class nature.
Better buy x50, and with balance to go cuti cuti, makan-makan Malaysia holidays with family. Petrol cheap cheap, road tax also cheap cheap.
Travel in style with X50, than driving the plain jane Honda.
“That’s RM4,117 cheaper than before, for those of you keeping score.”
RV of older CR-V’s is going down the drain…
Price increase of more than 12k for 1.5 t CRV in Feb. Loyal consumers like walked other brand showroom. HM couldn’t sell the cars and now reverted back to old price. This served them right.
FC of other competitors like outlander 2.0 with full 4wd mode is below 7 litre per 100km using RON 97 (Caltex & BHP) for 60% highway & 40% city driving…
Why no option for 7-seater?
new owner gonna spend another few k for sound insulation
They forgot to remove the ugly fake wood trimmings. Seriously this 2020 la where got such things anymore
It’s a Grocer MPV, with flowery wheels,
Target demographic is uncle and auntie.
Faux Wood, is good for the targeted market.
Just look at who are the buyers.
Big and exclusive car, super muscular.. but 1.5L engine.. *facepalm*
potong stim…. memory seat xda… wireless charger xda…
360 camera oso xda…
not even global spec….
almost there but not there…
vios oso have wireless charger..
rav4 oso have memory seat