What changed? · Honda CR-V
RE1 → RM1/2/3/4
Honda CR-V (RE1) (2006–2012) compared with its successor, the Honda CR-V (RM1/2/3/4) (2011–2018).
Changes stated by the sources
- Powertrain 2.4-litre engine up 5 hp to 185 hp.[1]
- Dimensions Roofline 1.0 in lower than the 2011 model.[1]
- Drivetrain All-new Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System.[2]
- Technology Two information screens, Bluetooth hands-free phone link, a multi-angle rearview camera and a 60/40 split rear seat became standard.[3]
- Interior Larger cabin and cargo space with a more aerodynamic body.[4]
Size
Length 4,554 → 4,529 mm (−25 mm); Width 1,819 → 1,819 mm (same); Height 1,679 → 1,643 mm (−36 mm); Wheelbase 2,619 → 2,619 mm (same).
United States figures: 2011 model year (post-facelift)[5] against 2012 model year, FWD height[6].
Side by side
| Item | Honda CR-V (RE1) Third generation | Honda CR-V (RM1/2/3/4) Fourth generation |
|---|---|---|
| Production | 2006–2012[7] | 2011–2018[8] |
| First shown | Not documented here | 16 November 2011[2] |
| Model years | 2007–2011 (US)[7] | 2012–2016 (US)[3] |
| Codes | RE1[7], RE2[7], RE3[7], RE4[7], RE5[7], RE6[7], RE7[7] | RM1/2/3/4[8] |
| Platform | Not documented here | Honda C-5[8] |
| Body styles | 5-door SUV[7] | 5-door SUV[8] |
| Seating | Not documented here | Not documented here |
| Drivetrain | AWD[5] | AWD[3] |
| Powertrain types documented | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, Diesel |
| Dimensions — United States | ||
| Version compared | 2011 model year (post-facelift)[5] | 2012 model year, FWD height[6] |
| Length | 4,554 mm | 4,529 mm (−25 mm) |
| Width | 1,819 mm | 1,819 mm (same) |
| Height | 1,679 mm | 1,643 mm (−36 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,619 mm (same) |
| Luggage capacity | 35.7 cu ft (1,011 L converted) behind 2nd row, United States, not stated, 2011 model year[5] 72.9 cu ft (2,064 L converted) behind 1st row, United States, not stated, 2011 model year[5] | 37.2 cu ft (1,053 L converted) behind 2nd row, United States, not stated, 2012 model year[6] 70.9 cu ft (2,008 L converted) behind 1st row, United States, not stated, 2012 model year[6] 35.2 cu ft (997 L converted) behind 2nd row, United States, not stated, 2015 model year[9] |
| Highest output documented | 180 hp (134 kW) 2.4 i-VTEC (US, 2011), United States[5] | 185 hp (138 kW) 2.4 i-VTEC (US, 2012), United States[6] |
Differences in brackets are against the column to the left. Dimensions are compared only for the same market and the standard body; luggage figures are shown with their market and measuring method because they are often not comparable.
Sources
- All-New, Completely Redesigned 2012 Honda CR-V — Honda News (American Honda), 16 November 2011 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- All-New, Completely Redesigned 2012 Honda CR-V Debuts at LA Auto Show — Honda News (American Honda), 16 November 2011 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- Honda CR-V Timeline and Milestones — Honda News (American Honda) Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- Honda Celebrates 30th Anniversary of CR-V — Honda Motor Co., Ltd., 9 October 2025 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- 2011 Honda CR-V Specifications — Honda News (American Honda), 2 October 2010 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- 2012 Honda CR-V Specifications and Features — Honda News (American Honda), 16 November 2011 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
- Honda CR-V (third generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 9 October 2026)
- Honda CR-V (fourth generation) — Wikipedia Reference work (read 9 October 2026)
- 2015 CR-V Specifications & Features — Honda News (American Honda), 30 September 2014 Manufacturer (read 9 October 2026)
Wikipedia sources link to the exact revision that was read. Specifications differ between markets, years and versions; each figure is shown with the market and version its source states.