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Redesigned for Europe: The new 2023 Honda CR-V debuts with muscular design and green power

A daring hybrid leap

Nova Honda CR-V
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The all-new 2023 Honda CR-V makes a grand entry into Europe with an attractive design, a spacious interior and an exciting hybrid powertrain and plug-in hybrid electric version (PHEV). The latest addition to Honda's SUV line-up promises an enhanced driving experience that combines more eco-friendly performance with stunning and lively looks. You could call it an organic alien. It is probably one of the best family SUVs.

Honda CR-V The sixth generation, which stepped into the spotlight at a special media event in Offenbach, Germany, has arrived on European soil with a bang. The new CR-V has a design that is almost identical to its North American counterpart, bringing with it some significant changes under the hood that are tailored to the needs and desires of the European market.

The new Honda CR-V
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The new Honda CR-V The 2023 has grown to take on a rugged and distinctive front fascia, characterized by a bold, large grille flanked by sleek headlights. Each of the two powertrain variants available in Europe gets its own unique grille design. While the changes look subtle, the taillights retain their familiar shape but feature new interior graphics for a modern touch. Still, connoisseurs of the model will notice the features of the previous generation in the new version.

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Bigger really is better when it comes to the dimensions of the new CR-V. The new Honda CR-V 2023 is wider, longer and taller, which means more comfort for passengers. In numbers, thanks to a 4.06 cm (1.6 in) longer wheelbase, there's 1.52 cm (0.6 in) extra rear legroom and up to 18 percent more boot space, depending on configurations.

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It's inside Honda raised the offer in the field of luxury. The cabin of the new CR-V exudes a more prestigious atmosphere than its predecessor. Combined with lower front corners and a flatter bonnet, the spacious interior offers better visibility, increases the sense of openness and offers a sense of security and reassurance for all occupants.

But the real change is under the hood. Unlike the American model, which offers a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, the European CR-V skips the traditional internal combustion engine altogether in favor of greener alternatives. The hybrid option uses a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle gas engine assisted by two electric motors. But it doesn't stop there. Honda has also introduced a plug-in hybrid version for Europe, which combines the same combustion unit, two electric motors and a larger battery pack that offers an electric-only range of up to 82 kilometers (51 miles). Hodna remains tight-lipped about additional specs, but promises that the battery can be fully charged in a quick 2.5 hours.

A new one Honda CR-V The 2023 for Europe marks Honda's commitment to evolving in line with market demands, offering a robust yet stylish design, a more luxurious interior and an advanced PHEV powertrain. This innovation is expected to turn heads and change gears in the European automotive landscape.

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