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The Honda CR-V has been one of the most successful and popular SUVs from the Japanese car manufacturer. Throughout its 25-year history, the CR-V has completed six generations, all through which it garnered acclaim and appreciation. Now, in 2023, Honda has released the seventh generation of the CR-V, and there is no denying that it looks the strongest yet. The new CR-V succeeds in setting the bar higher not just for the SUV itself, but in the segment too. With a great new design, a luxurious cabin, and several powertrain options to pick from, there is no doubt that the masses are going to love the 2023 Honda CR-V.

It is no secret that crossovers and SUVs have slowly been becoming a bigger market over the years. Thus, the Honda CR-V, which has always been a great choice for families, proves itself to be a remarkable family SUV this year as well. It comes loaded with all the bells and whistles expected of a modern 2023 car and has plenty of stuff that has left us impressed. In that vein, here are ten reasons why you should consider bringing home the new 2023 Honda CR-V.

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In its seventh generation, the Honda CR-V comes with a 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 power unit, which is the same as the outgoing generation. Producing 190 horsepower, the motor is mated to a CVT automatic transmission, with a front-wheel drive powertrain as standard.

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While its competitors like the Ford Escape and the Mazda CX-50 are quicker than the CR-V to the 60 mph mark, the Honda SUV is no slouch. The engine feels punchy and the SUV is by no means dull to drive.

9/10 Honda Has Made The 2023 CR-V A Head-Turner

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Honda has made the new generation of the CR-V quite the looker. Looking more powerful and masculine than ever before, the new CR-V has a classy grille at the front, which sits snugly between the elegant LED headlights. The lower bumper has subtle silver accents which accentuate the look of the front fascia.

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The sharp-looking alloy wheels and chrome window lining also add to the looks of the Honda CR-V, with the LED taillights completing the look. Of course, we can't miss the dual exhausts, which add to the premium as well as the sporty factor of the SUV.

8/10 The 2023 Honda CR-V Is A Perfect Family SUV

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Not only has the exterior of the CR-V undergone a complete overhaul, but the interior has changed too. The cabin is more premium than ever, and also the most practical it has ever been. Moreover, the Honda CR-V is now 2.7 inches longer than the outgoing version.

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This has given the wheelbase an extra 1.6 inches, which has helped Honda make the CR-V's cabin roomier and the SUV more family-friendly than ever before. Furthermore, there is plenty of tech inside the CR-V to keep the entire family entertained for longer drives.

7/10 The Honda CR-V 2023 Offers An Impressive And Premium Cabin

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In the 2023 model year, the Honda CR-V has a very contemporary and sporty interior, with high-quality materials adorning the cabin. A honeycomb mesh on the dashboard makes it feel premium and classy, while also being functional as it hides the air vents.

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Legroom in the rear seat is very comfortable thanks to an extended wheelbase, and eight recline angles for rear passengers heighten the luxury for all occupants. Furthermore, the Sport Touring model comes with black or gray leather upholstery, which truly ups the ante on interior luxury in the segment.

6/10 All The Driver Assistance Tech Comes Standard On The 2023 Honda CR-V

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Positioning their CR-V as the go-to family SUV also meant that Honda had to make it extremely safe. After all, one needs the confidence of knowing that their vehicle would protect their loved ones in case of any mishap. Thus, the Honda CR-V 2023 comes with all driver-assistance tech as standard across all trims.

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Features like forward collision warning, automated emergency braking, lane keeping assist, lane departure warning and adaptive cruise control are all available through every trim of the vehicle. The 2023 model also comes with blind-spot monitoring and traffic sign recognition features. Safety features like ABS with EBD, traction control, and stability control, too, come as standard.

5/10 The New Honda CR-V Offers An Environmental-Friendly Hybrid Option

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Honda is aiming for a complete, all-electric future, and the seventh-generation CR-V signals that change with the availability of a hybrid powertrain. The hybrid variant of the 2023 CR-V sips gas but doesn't compromise on power. The dual motors that come attached to the 2.0-liter inline-4 turbocharged engine make 204 horsepower combined, which is truly impressive in the crossover SUV segment.

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All-wheel drive comes as standard on the hybrid 2023 CR-V, and the power unit comes mated to a CVT automatic transmission. Thus, for the environmentally-conscious commuters, Honda has ensured that the CR-V, yet again, becomes the go-to choice.

4/10 The Family-Friendly 2023 Honda CR-V Is Packed With Features

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A family-friendly SUV like the Honda CR-V needs to ensure that its occupants always have features to play around with. This is one department the Japanese SUV doesn't disappoint, as even the standard trims come with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment display. Despite being the base-size screen, the infotainment offers all connectivity and entertainment features like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, voice navigation, and tuning.

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On the upper trims like the Sport or the Sport Touring variant of the new CR-V, you'd get a bigger 9-inch touchscreen infotainment, along with a wireless phone charging and a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system.

3/10 The 2023 Honda CR-V Offers An Intelligent All-Wheel Drive Powertrain

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For the CR-V's 2023 avatar, Honda has made the SUV's subframe stiffer than before. This translates to an improved suspension setup, and consequently, enhanced ride quality. There is enhanced feedback on the steering wheel and handling is improved owing to the multi-link rear suspension being stiffer.

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Honda's Real Time AWD system shines in the range-topping Sport Touring model. The system actively monitors traction at the wheels and distributed power through them to optimize the SUV's grip no matter what kind of terrain the vehicle is driving over. A new Snow mode and Hill Descent Control are decent additions this year which make the car more off-road-friendly than ever before.

2/10 The 2023 CR-V Touring Hybrid Is Perfect For The Adventurers

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For those of us who want a little more power in our daily driving car for weekend adventures, Honda offers the top-of-the-line CR-V Touring Hybrid variant. This version of the 2023 SUV features a 2.0-liter Direct Injection four-cylinder engine which makes 204 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque.

AWD is standard on the Touring Hybrid variant, and the car manages to hold its own in snowy and off-road conditions. It also gets the biggest CR-V wheels, which are 19-inchers. Wireless charging ports throughout the cabin ensure that nobody goes without power, regardless of how remote your escapade might be.

1/10 The New Honda CR-V Has Great Fuel Efficiency Figures

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Fuel efficiency is one of the biggest talking points for a vehicle in this segment and especially one that competes for the number one family-SUV spot. This is one department that the Honda CR-V 2023 is not going to disappoint, whether you have opted for the gas-powered version or the more frugal hybrid variant.

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Honda has estimated the fuel economy ratings for the 2023 CR-V's non-hybrid variant to be 28 MPG in the city and 30 MPH on the highway. While these figures are impressive in their own right, the hybrid variant raises the bar with a remarkable 43 MPG in the city and 40 MPG on the highway, making the 2023 Honda CR-V a great family SUV all around that everyone must consider bringing home.