• The Ignite Red Metallic and Meteoroid Gray Metallic colours will replace the Passion Red Pearl and Modern Steel Metallic colours in the Honda CR-V
• Since its launch in 2017, the 5th generation Honda CR-V has sold more than 63,000 units to-date
• The Honda CR-V contributed 12% to the Honda Malaysia total sales between January and July 2022

Honda Malaysia (Honda) today introduced two new colour options in its all-rounder Comfortable Runabout Vehicle, the Honda CR-V, which are the Ignite Red Metallic and Meteoroid Gray Metallic colour that further elevates the exterior styling of the Honda CR-V with a more vibrant appearance, and the Meteoroid Gray Metallic colour that highlights the rugged look of the model. The new colours that replace the Passion Red Pearl and Modern Steel Metallic colours provide fresh choices for the customers.

Honda Malaysia Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Hironobu Yoshimura said, “The Ignite Red Metallic and Meteoroid Gray Metallic colours received good market acceptance since they were introduced in the Honda models, namely City, City Hatchback, Civic, BR-V and the newly-launched All-New HR-V, while the Accord also offers the Meteoroid Gray Metallic colour.

Both colours were the popular options in these models; the Ignite Red Metallic colour contributed an average of 18% to the sales of each of the five models, while the Meteoroid Gray Metallic colour contributed an average of 24% to the sales of each of the six models. With the Honda CR-V as the latest model to receive both colour options, we have completed the expansion of the Ignite Red Metallic and Meteoroid Gray Metallic colours into the Honda line-up. We are confident that both new colours will further accentuate the appearance of the Honda CR-V for customers who seek an SUV with a bolder and modern exterior.”

The Honda CR-V has won the hearts of Malaysians with its styling, elegant interior, and exceptional driving performance. Since its launch in 2017, the 5th generation Honda CR-V recorded an outstanding sales record with more than 63,000 units sold and the facelifted model, which was launched in November 2020, contributed more than 27,000 units to the total sales to-date. The Honda CR-V also contributed 12% to the Company’s total sales from January to July 2022. The excellent sales performance attests to the positive acceptance of advanced technology as the Honda CR-V is packed full of innovative features that deliver the Joy of Buying for the customers.

The Honda CR-V is powered by a 1.5L VTEC turbocharged engine that can generate maximum power output of 193 PS and maximum torque of 243 Nm, providing a thrilling drive for an SUV. In addition to the standard and unique safety features, the Honda CR-V is equipped with Honda SENSING, which has eight safety features to provide more peace-of-mind for the customers.

The Honda CR-V has a dynamic design with spacious interior and great versatility. The model has a boot capacity of 522 litres when the rear seats are up, and 1,084 litres when they are folded down, further enhancing the spaciousness and increasing the functionality of the SUV.

As an SUV with a complete package, the Honda CR-V is the ideal vehicle for families and professionals who desire an SUV with next-level sophistication and style, and at the same time, suitable for both leisure and exciting drive. The Honda CR-V is available in four variants, which are 2.0L 2WD, 1.5L TC-P 2WD, 1.5L TC-P 4WD and Black Edition.