2019 Honda CR-V EX 1.5L

The 2019 Honda CR-V EX represents premium Japanese midsize SUV refinement with its efficient 1.5L turbo engine and a spacious cabin. This 60,820 km example offers Honda reliability, excellent fuel economy, and family-friendly practicality—perfect for Kenyan buyers seeking versatile urban/highway transport with light off-road capability.

Engine and Performance

• Engine: 1.5L turbocharged I4 (L15B direct injection)

• Power: 190 hp (140 kW) @ 5,600 rpm

• Torque: 243 Nm @ 2,000–5,000 rpm

• Transmission: CVT (Earth Dreams)

• Drivetrain: Real Time AWD (Intelligent Control)

• Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 8.5 seconds

• Top Speed: 200 km/h

• Fuel Tank Capacity: 57 litres

Dimensions, Weight, and Towing

• Length: 4,605 mm

• Width: 1,855 mm

• Height: 1,689 mm

• Wheelbase: 2,660 mm

• Kerb Weight: 1,630 kg

• Seating Capacity: 5

• Boot Capacity: 561–1,110 litres

• Towing Capacity: 1,500 kg

Wheels and Chassis

• 18-inch Masterpiece alloy wheels

• MacPherson strut front/multi-link rear

• Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)

• 208 mm ground clearance

• Hill Start Assist

Exterior Features

• Panoramic sunroof

• LED headlights with auto high-beam

• Power tailgate, roof rails

• Privacy glass, fog lamps

Fuel Economy (in km/l)

• Combined Consumption: 14.0 km/l

• Urban Consumption: 12.0 km/l

• Highway Consumption: 16.5 km/l

• Estimated Range: 750–900 km per tank

• Fuel Type: Regular unleaded petrol

Offroad Capability

• 208 mm clearance handles Kenyan murram/gravel

• Real-time AWD engages automatically

• Suitable for light trails and farm roads

• Proven durability in African conditions

Interior and Features

• Brown leather seats (heated front)

• Honda SENSING safety suite

• 9-inch touchscreen navigation

• Dual-zone climate control

• 8-speaker premium audio

Maintenance

• Service Interval: Every 10,000 km

• Annual Costs (Kenya): Ksh 120,000–220,000

• Parts Availability: Excellent via Honda Kenya

• Common Notes: CVT fluid, timing chain

Maintenance Cost Breakdown (60k km)

Price and Market Info (Approximate)

Summary

The 2019 Honda CR-V EX combines turbo efficiency, AWD security, and premium brown leather luxury in reliable 53,000 km condition. Honda SENSING safety and vast practicality make it Kenya's intelligent family SUV choice with unbeatable running costs.

Car Rating:

• Performance: 8/10

• Luxury & Comfort: 8.5/10

• Technology & Features: 8.5/10

• Fuel Economy: 9/10

• Maintenance Costs: 9/10

• Value for Money (Kenya): 9.5/10