Honda CR-V evolution

The compact crossover that helped define the segment — six generations of the Civic-based family SUV.
6 generations, oldest to newest — open any step for details.

1st gen (RD1–3)1995–2001
1995
Honda CR-V 1st gen (RD1–3)ⓘ
New generation
1st gen (RD1–3)
📅 1995–2001

First compact crossover on the Civic platform; US sales from 1997.

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2nd gen (RD4–9)2002–2006
2002
Honda CR-V 2nd gen (RD4–9)ⓘ
New generation
2nd gen (RD4–9)
📅 2002–2006

More powerful K-series engines and a roomier interior.

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3rd gen (RE)2007–2011
2007
Honda CR-V 3rd gen (RE)ⓘ
New generation
3rd gen (RE)
📅 2007–2011

Lower, more car-like body with an integrated tailgate.

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4th gen (RM)2012–2016
2012
Honda CR-V 4th gen (RM)ⓘ
New generation
4th gen (RM)
📅 2012–2016

Updated Real Time AWD and, in some markets, a diesel.

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5th gen (RW/RT)2017–2022
2017
Honda CR-V 5th gen (RW/RT)ⓘ
New generation
5th gen (RW/RT)
📅 2017–2022

Moved to turbocharged 1.5 L engines and added a hybrid.

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6th gen (RS)2023–present
2023
Honda CR-V 6th gen (RS)ⓘ
New generation
6th gen (RS)
📅 2023–present

Larger body with hybrid and (US) plug-in fuel-cell variants.

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