Compare 2018 Honda CR-V vs 2017 Honda CR-V

2018 Honda CR-V vs 2017 Honda CR-V

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The Honda CR-V has long been the king of the competitive compact SUV class, earning accolades for its spacious cabin, generous cargo space, high-quality appointments, and exceptional safety scores. After a complete redesign for the 2017 model year, the 2018 CR-V carries over with no changes to this crossover's winning formula.

What's the Difference in Performance?

Both the 2017 and 2018 Honda CR-V can be equipped with either a 184-horsepower four-cylinder engine or a turbo-four that provides 190 horses. The former gets an EPA-estimated 26/32 city/highway miles per gallon, which jumps to 28/34 if you opt for the upgraded engine. Both are paired with a continuously variable transmission with automatic operation and front-wheel drive, though all-wheel drive is available as an upgrade.

What's the Difference in Appearance?

The 2018 model of the CR-V is identical to the 2017 redesign, which reshaped the crossover into a sleeker, more sophisticated silhouette. Interior materials were also improved, with a roomier cabin and thoughtful details like contrast-stitched upholstery. Standard features in both the 2017 and 2018 CR-V models include a five-inch display screen with Bluetooth and USB connectivity, a four-speaker stereo, and a rearview camera. You can upgrade to enjoy a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, additional USB ports, remote start, navigation, leather upholstery, heated seats, a moonroof, and many other creature comforts.

Has the Safety Changed?

Higher trims are available with a wealth of driver assistance systems, including forward collision and lane departure warning, rear parking sensors, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assistance, road departure mitigation, automatic high beams, adaptive cruise control, rear cross-traffic alert, and blind spot monitoring.