Honda CR-V III

Honda CR-V III
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The Honda CR-V III (2007–2011): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 19 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: RE

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,530–4,580 mm RDW4,520 mm TC–
Width1,820 mm RDW1,820 mm TC–
Height1,680 mm RDW1,680 mm TC–
Wheelbase2,630 mm RDW2,620 mm TC–
Front track1,570 mm ASTRA1,560 mm TC–
Rear track1,585 mm ASTRA1,560 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,458–1,566 kg RDW1,597–1,604 kg TC–
Mass in running order1,558–1,666 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight1,960–2,080 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer1,500–2,000 kg Traficom––
Towing, unbraked trailer600 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Performance
Top speed167–190 km/h RDW–177–200 km/h
Torque192–350 Nm ASTRA–192–350 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 225/60R18, 225/65R17, 245/45R19

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
9–12 years84.9% (84.4–85.3)77.9%27,931
13 years and older75.6% (75.3–75.8)69.2%123,902

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Suspension42.1%38.9%
Tyres31.5%31.2%
Lights and electrics26.3%26.7%
Brakes23.6%34.8%
Steering15.7%7.1%
Body, chassis and structure12.7%16.6%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

3,267 complaints for model years 2007–2011. 167 crashes · 13 fires · 110 injuries · 2 deaths

  • Airbags 1,266
  • Electrical system 615
  • Locks and latches 429
  • Body and structure 240
  • Engine 127
  • Steering 114

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 19 versions of the Honda CR-V III

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European Union 10 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
20112.2 L110 kW (150 PS)Diesel185 g/km35,846
20112.0 L110 kW (150 PS)Petrol193 g/km18,971
2010–2011––Petrol190–192 g/km807
2010–2011––Diesel180–183 g/km200
20112.2 L103 kW (140 PS)Diesel183 g/km20
20102.2 L–Diesel183 g/km34,618
20102.0 L–Petrol192 g/km27,937
20102.4 L–Petrol225 g/km2,286
20102.2 L–Diesel173 g/km1,788
2010––Other fuel190 g/km133

United Kingdom 4 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2010SE · ES · EX and 3 more trims2.0 LPetrol6-speed manual8.1 L/100 km NEDC192 g/km
2007–2010SE · ES · EX and 3 more trims2.0 LPetrol5-speed automatic8.2 L/100 km NEDC195 g/km
2007–2010SE · ES · EX and 4 more trims2.2 LDiesel6-speed manual6.5 L/100 km NEDC173 g/km
2008–2009SE2.0 LPetrol6-speed manual8.1 L/100 km NEDC192 g/km

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2010–20112.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA230 g/km
2010–20112.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticAll-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP2.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA240 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP2.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA251 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2011Sport utility vehicle2.4 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.0–10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle230–248 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.