Honda CR-V Black Edition is the slick crossover the Philippines needs 

Updated Mar 08, 2022 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

This CR-V took a dive into the dark side. 

In Thailand, Honda has recently released the CR-V Black Edition. And as the name implies, it’s a version of the well-loved crossover that went to the dark side. Of note, it is based on the Thai-spec 2.4-liter CR-V variant, which isn’t sold here in the Philippines. 

A picture of the Honda CR-V Black Edition

The Honda CR-V Black Edition for Thailand

As it says on the tin, the CR-V Black Edition is almost entirely black except for its emblem and lights. The rest of the exterior bears a blacked-out grille, a set of black 17-inch tires, black door handles, everything.  

This is also the first time that the CR-V is kitted out with black-colored roof rails. Normally, these are silver in color. And of course, the CR-V Black Edition is only available in Black Pearl. 

A picture of the CR-V Black Edition's interior

Inside the CR-V Black Edition

In keeping with the theme, the interior also gets an entirely black palette. Present are black wood accents, piano black trims, and black leather for the seats. The Thai-spec CR-V that the Black Edition is based on also gets a powered panoramic sunroof and wireless smartphone charging, as well as a seven-inch head unit with Apple CarPlay. 

As mentioned, the CR-V Black Edition uses a 2.4-liter turbodiesel mill that isn’t available in our market. It is significantly more powerful than the Philippine-spec 1.6-liter variants, as it can produce up to 170 horsepower and 224 Nm of torque. It also uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT), though it doesn’t get all-wheel-drive like the top-of-the-line Philippine-spec CR-V SX 1.6-liter version

A picture of the rear of the CR-V Black Edition

The trim piece between the taillights holding the emblem is also silver colored

The Honda CRV 2021 price Philippines tag for the CR-V Black Edition in Thailand, if converted to the local currency, sits at around Php 2.2 million. So yes, it is similarly priced with the CR-V SX. Do note though that if it gets sold here, the said price might differ a bit due to varying tax rates, import fees, and whatnot. 

So, do you like the idea of driving a totally blacked-out CR-V?  

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Know more about Honda CR-V 2024

Honda CR-V

The 2024 Honda CR-V is a midsize crossover SUV. For the Philippine market, it has three variants: the V Turbo CVT, VX Turbo CVT, and the RS e:HEV (hybrid) e-CVT. 

The latest version of this Honda model has two different engine options. For the top-spec hybrid trim, it uses a 2.0-liter gasoline four-banger paired with a dual motor and lithium-ion battery. The combustion component alone produces up to 145 horsepower and 183 Nm of torque. The electric-powered component meanwhile, can churn out 181 horsepower and 335 Nm of torque. 

Aboard the V and VX trims meanwhile is a 1.5-liter inline-4 engine that can churn out 187 horsepower and 240 Nm of torque. 

Only the VX gets all-wheel-drive, while the rest are front-wheel-drive. All trims then use a continuously variable transmission (CVT), but the one on the hybrid trim is an electronic CVT (e-CVT). 

In terms of dimensions, the all-new CR-V is 4,691mm long, 1,866mm wide, and 1,681mm (1,691mm for VX) in height. Both the hybrid and the V’s wheelbase then spans 2,701mm (2,700mm for VX). 

Locally, the Honda CR-V competes against the likes of the Mazda CX-9, Cherry Tiggo 8 Pro, Kia Sorento, Hyundai Santa Fe, Peugeot 5008, etc. 
 

₱ 2,100,000 - ₱ 2,590,000

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Cesar G.B. Miguel

Cesar G.B. Miguel

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Cesar Guiderone B. Miguel was born and raised in Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte. He graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a freelance writer for various websites, as a member of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction Management's training staff, and as a medical sales representative.

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