New Honda CR-V India launch on October 9, 2018

Honda will introduce the new CR-V SUV in the Indian market on October 9, 2018. The company confirmed the India launch of this SUV back in February this year, when it showcased the model to the Indian audience for the first time, at Auto Expo 2018.

Exactly a month ago, we broke the news about Honda readying CR-V's India launch in October this year. Now we can confirm that the prices for the new Honda CR-V will be announced at its launch on October 9, 2018.

The other engine-gearbox option on offer will be a 2.0-litre petrol engine mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The 2.0-litre engine puts out 154hp and 189Nm of torque – near-identical figures to the Hyundai Tucson’s 2.0-litre engine, which produces 155hp and 192Nm of torque. The petrol CR-V won’t come with four-wheel drive or paddleshifters.

The new CR-V will also, for the first time, come with a third row of seats, which means it will attract buyers looking for a seven-seat SUV.

For India, the CR-V is likely to come with a powered driver’s seat, dual-zone climate control and a 7.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.