It’s almost like looking at camouflaged test mules through x-ray glasses.
The first glimpse at the new Honda CR-V was provided by spy photos. To give you a preview of the new crossover, Kolesa has digitally removed the camo.
These changes are subtle. The slider tool shows the updated rendering on the left and the current CRV on the right.
This rendering gives the CRV a front fascia that features new inlets at the corners and wraps around to meet the bumper. The mesh is now used for the grille insert, replacing the horizontal slats.
The tweaks at the back are subtler. Kolesa also adds two tiny trapezoidal exhaust outlets. The taillights are also tinted.
These spy photos were the inspiration for Kolesa’s renderings. These test mules are camouflaged, but it doesn’t give a clear view of the changes. The artist drawings don’t show any evidence of openings in front fascia.
However, the elements at the back are much more apparent. The changes include the revised taillights and trapezoidal exhaust outlets.
The details of the new CR-V are still unknown. Interior changes, such as the possibility of better infotainment software, are expected. The suite of driver assistance tech is a key selling point for this segment, so updates to these systems are possible.
The powertrain range should continue to grow. Base CR-V trim has a 2.4-liter four-cylinder that produces 184 horsepower (137 kilowatts), 180 pound-feet (244 Nms), while the rest of the lineup gets a turbocharged 4-cylinder with 190 hp (142 kW) or 179 lb-ft (234 Nm). Each mill comes with a CVT transmission and an option of either front- or all-wheel drive.
The refreshed CR-V is likely to be unveiled at an auto show in 2019, or very early 2020.