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2012 Honda CR-V


Sophisticated direction of versatile compact SUV exhibits distinctive and bold new look for long-time segment leader

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The 2012 Honda CR-V  is right around the corner at your Denver Honda Dealer - Schomp Honda! With a new design - both inside and out, new features and new possibilities, the 2012 CR-V will set a new standard for the class. Long established as the benchmark vehicle in its class in terms of quality, refinement and popularity, the 2012 CR-V is designed to continue to exceed customer expectations for entry-level SUVs. Major enhancements include improved car-like interior comfort, a smoother and quieter ride, and more innovative features.

Full 2012 Honda CR-V Specifcations for LX, EX and EX-L Models 



- 185-hp i-VTEC 2.4 Liter Engine w/ Eco Assist™

- Real Time AWD™

- Vehicle Stability Assist™ w/ Traction control.

-Auto Dual Zone Climate Control

- Heated Lether 10-Way Power Seats

- Intelligent Multi-information display

- Multi-angle Rearview Camera.

- XM® Radio, Pandora®, SMS Text Capability

- Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®



Interior
The interior of the all-new 2012 Honda CR-V aims to redefine what's possible in the entry-level SUV class with a sedan-like driving position, reduced noise levels, new comfort features, convenient integration with personal technology, versatile cargo storage and high-quality materials. New technologies include a Pandora internet radio interface, an SMS text reading and response function (with compatible cell phones) through the new intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID), FM Traffic on models equipped with the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™3 and an available DVD Rear Entertainment System (RES). All 2012 CR-V models include a new One-Motion 60/40 Split Rear Seat, large-volume center console storage, an Eco Assist™ system and a quieter and more refined cabin.

Sophisticated instrumentation includes an average fuel-economy indicator, instant fuel economy, miles-to-empty indicators, an engine oil life indicator and an exterior temperature indicator. Additionally, a standard full-color "intelligent" Multi-Information Display (i-MID) offers a range of customizable features via fingertip controls on the steering wheel.

The CR-V EX comes standard with a 160-watt AM/FM/CD audio system with four speakers, and six speakers on the CR-V EX and EX-L. The audio system offers a new level of connectivity, led by a Pandora internet radio interface (with compatible iPhones) and a convenient SMS text messaging feature (with compatible smart phones) that can read incoming texts aloud through the audio system. The standard Bluetooth2 HandsFreeLink phone interface offers convenient hands-free calling. And for the first time, a DVD RES with a 7-inch screen and a remote control is available on the CR-V EX-L.

Like previous generations, the new CR-V offers a class-leading low cargo floor and lift-over height for ease of loading, along with a slight increase in passenger and cargo volume. New for 2012 is an innovative Easy Fold-Down 60/40 Split Rear Seatback that can automatically and quickly drop flat into the rear foot well using release levers located near the tailgate opening (or via pull-straps accessible from each rear door).

Extensive safety equipment includes dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags, front-seat side airbags, side curtain airbags with rollover sensor, and Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) in the rear outboard seats. A new front seat design also helps reduce the severity of neck injury in a rear collision. A multi-angle rearview camera, included on all models, provides a choice of three different views on the i-MID or navigation screen, providing more visual information for the driver when backing up.

With gas mileage concerns all around, Honda is still maintaining their reputation for gas smart cars.

The CR-V will be no exception, incorporating a more fuel-efficient gasoline engine. Of course Honda didn't stop there; the curves of the body make the car more aerodynamic.  Also, there has been weight reduction to help keep more green in your pocket and with Schomp Honda's  Best Price Philosophy, you're sure to get the best price upfront every time!

Improvements to the 2012 CR-V's 185-horsepower, 2.4-liter, i-VTEC DOHC 4-cylinder engine contribute to more power (+5 horsepower) and torque than the previous generation CR-V. The EPA-estimated city/highway fuel economy rating increases in front-wheel-drive models to 23/31 mpg1 (+2/+3 mpg) and models equipped with the available Real Time AWD system increase to 22/30 mpg1 (+1/+3 mpg), an improvement of 10-percent in highway driving. Models equipped with the available Real Time AWD system achieve the best highway fuel economy for an all-wheel-drive vehicle in its class. Plus, a new ECON operating mode increases the potential for drivers to improve the vehicle's fuel efficiency when the system is activated. The CR-V comes standard with a 5-speed automatic transmission.


The 103.1-inch wheelbase, wide front and rear track dimensions, advanced suspension design, and features such as Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) and new Motion-Adaptive Electric Power Steering (EPS) all contribute to the CR-V's objective to provide a premium driving experience with ride comfort similar to a sedan. The CR-V's suspension system uses a front MacPherson strut design and a precise rear multi-link suspension. The rear multi-link suspension helps maximize rear seating and cargo space, while also providing outstanding handling characteristics and ride quality. Higher-capacity shock absorbers compared to the previous model contribute to a sophisticated driving feel.


The 2012 CR-V exemplifies Honda's approach to safety. Every CR-V incorporates as standard equipment VSA, an electronic stability control system; an Antilock Braking System (ABS) with Brake Assist; side-curtain airbags; front-side airbags with a passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS); and a front seat design that can help reduce the severity of neck injury in the event of a rear collision. Similar to the previous-generation CR-V, an Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure in the front of the vehicle helps make the vehicle highly effective at absorbing and dispersing the energy of a frontal crash.



 

Body

Compared to the 2011 model, the 2012 body design is more aerodynamically efficient with a 1.0-inch lower roofline and numerous refinements. Even with its sleeker appearance the CR-V still offers a generous 39.3 inches of headroom (LX model), an increased passenger volume of 104.1 cu-ft., up 0.3 cu-ft. (LX model), and the same ground clearance of 6.7 inches (AWD models) as the 2011 CR-V. The 2012 CR-V frontwheel-drive model has a ground clearance of 6.3 inches. The overall packaging approach creates the largest, most functional interior possible for a vehicle of this exterior size and proportion. A revised doorsill design with an improved step-over angle allows for easier ingress and egress. 


Large 5-spoke wheels (17-inch alloy for the CR-V EX and EX-L, and 16-inch steel for the CR-V LX), and bold fender flares emphasize the vehicle's dynamic presence and capability. The CR-V's signature vertical brake lights, which have been a design fixture since 1997 on the first-generation CR-V in the U.S. (1995 elsewhere in the world), continue with a new theme for 2012 with a more three-dimensional style that further compliments the design and aerodynamics of the vehicle. 


Significant reductions to the impact of noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) throughout the body and chassis improve interior quietness and ride quality compared to the previous model. To achieve this improvement, the 2012 CR-V has greater body rigidity, better suspension isolation properties, additional noise insulation and more aerodynamic features including large underbody covers and a rear spoiler. 


New on the 2012 CR-V is a driver's-side Expanded-View Driver's Mirror. This mirror uses a flat reflective plane on the inner portion of the mirror closest to the door, as required by law, while the outer portion of the mirror uses a convex element to provide a broader field of view. This adds an additional 5.5 degrees of visibility at the outer edge of the mirror's field of view, which can assist the driver in detecting other vehicles or road conditions that they might not otherwise see in their side mirror.


The 2012 CR-V will be proudly built in the heartland of Ohio, boasting the quality and perfection that is Honda. The 2012 CR-V will also include the creature comforts you have grown to expect from Honda.

The latest technologies and a brand new interior will make the morning commute feel like a dream. Keep your eyes open for the newest edition to the Honda line up, sure to not disappoint, and landing in our showroom before the end of the year.


 

 


See the 2012 Honda CR-V online at Schomp Honda: your new Denver Honda Dealer in Littleton and serving Colorado Springs, Boulder, and Castle Rock. More People buy their Honda from Ralph Schomp than any other Honda dealer in the Rocky Mountain region. We carry the Honda Pilot, Odyssey, Honda Accord, Civic, and CR-V.  Ralph Schomp Honda is your Honda dealership serving Denver, CO and has a great selection of 2011 Hondas in stock and ready to drive as well as your one-stop shop for Honda Repair, Honda Parts and Honda Service.

1 Based on 2012 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
2 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., is under license.
3 Certain functions that rely on a satellite signal will not work correctly in Hawaii and Alaska. These functions include, but are not limited to, automatic clock updates and time zone adjustments.