THE hybrid variant of Honda Malaysia's latest flagship sports utility vehicle (SUV) has finally gotten a price tag.
Completing the sixth generation model's lineup, the all-new Comfortable Runabout Vehicle (CR-V) e:HEV RS is priced at RM195,900.
Much like the brand's other models the two-wheel drive (2WD) e:HEV RS sits at the top of the line-up as the premium variant and is at least RM14,000 more than the top-range non-hybrid variant.
The other three available variants are priced on-the-road without insurance from RM159,900 (S), RM169,900 (E), and RM181,900 (V).
It has a 3-Mode Drive System and unlike the standard 1.5L VTEC turbocharged engine, the CR-V e:HEV RS is powered by a new generation 2.0L e:HEV powertrain.
It is the first model among Honda's lineup to receive an e:HEV powertrain with an improved Hybrid Traction Motor that is paired to a Electric Continuous Variable Transmission (e:CVT) through a new framework to deliver a performance of up to 184PS of maximum power and 335Nm of torque.
As with all RS variants the CR-V e:HEV has a bolder aesthetic compared to the other variants: full LED headlights and tail-Lights, front LED sequential turn signals, Active Cornering Lights, a Tailpipe Chrome Finisher, front grille with a bold mesh pattern and Berlina Black 18-inch Alloy Wheels.
It also has a set of roof rails and body-coloured front and rear lower bumpers, as well as side cladding. It is the first for the model to come with an Active Shutter Grille that is mounted on the front lower bumper for enhanced aerodynamics and fuel efficiency.
The cabin houses a 10.2-inch TFT Meter, Bose Premium Sound System with 12 Speakers, Head Up Display (HUD), a Wireless Charger, two USB Ports in the front and rear, a 9-inch Advanced Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, an 8-way Driver Power Seat with two-position memory, and rear passenger sliding seats that can recline at eight different angles.
Safety and advance driving features includes a total of eight airbags with the inclusion of two knee airbags, a Multi View Camera System (360-degree Camera), Honda LaneWatch and Honda Connect. It has nine Honda Sensing functions with the inclusion of Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB).
Boot has a 589-litre capacity and is accompanied by a hands-free power tailgate with walkaway close function.
Honda's Smart Key Card use is present and as with the other variants the model comes in five colours: Platinum White Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic, Meteoroid Gray Metallic, Ignite Red Metallic, and an all-new Canyon River Blue Metallic which is also a first for Honda Malaysia.
