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Honda CRV Price in Kenya and a full review

Honda CRV price in Kenya has gone up in the recent past, however, this vehicle remains to be among the low priced in the class of crossover SUVs in Kenya. If you want to know how much it will cost to get a Honda CRV, you are in the right place, we will see the prices of both new and used Honda CRV below.

Introduction

One of the top popular crossover SUVs from Honda is the Honda CRV. This is a popular family car in Kenya and that is why we are going to look at it in detail below. We will cover the full specifications of the vehicle, prices of Honda CRV for sale in Kenya, models available and a buying guide for those who want to get this car.

The car has been in the market since 1995 and is offered by Honda. In its lifetime, there have been various generations, the latest one is the 5th generation that was introduced in 2016. In 2011, the car underwent a main redesign to equip it with more modern features and make it more fuel-efficient. Honda CRV competes with other crossover SUVs in Kenya such as Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Mazda CX-5 and the Mitsubishi Outlander.

Honda CRV price in Kenya

Honda CRV price in Kenya

Below are the prices of different models of used abroad Honda CRV available for sale in different parts of the country including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Nairobi, Thika, Eldoret and other major towns.

Model year

Price range

2015

Ksh 2,800,000 to 3,100,000

2016

Ksh 3,200,000 to 3,500,000

2017

Ksh 3,700,000 to 4,100,000

2018

Ksh 4,400,000 to 4,700,000

2019

Ksh 4,700,000 to 5,100,000

2020

Ksh 5,200,000 to 5,500,000

2021

Ksh 5,800,000 to 6,100,000

2022

Ksh 6,000,000 to 6,450,000

For locally used cars, you will get older models but at a lower cost. Here is a list of the price range.

Model year

Price range

2008

Ksh 1,000,000 to 1,300,000

2009

Ksh 1,200,000 to 1,350,000

2010

Ksh 1,450,000 to 1,550,000

2011

Ksh 1,480,000 to 1,650,000

2012

Ksh 1,600,000 to 1,900,000

2013

Ksh 1,700,000 to 2,150,000

2014

Ksh 1,900,000 to 2,500,000


The prices provided above will however change. This is because of the varying market forces. For example, each seller/dealer has own prices. A secondhand car will not come at the same price as a new one, even then, an imported secondhand might be in a better condition than a locally used one hence its cost will be more.

Price of brand new Honda CRV in Kenya

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Honda CRV specifications

Honda CRV models come with various amazing and unique features. Let’s look at them below.

1. Honda CRV exterior

The car has an attractive appearance and comes packed with features only available in higher grades in its competitors such as the Toyota RAV4.

Honda CRV price in Kenya shillings

Here are the features from the outside:

  • This is a 5 door crossover SUV(two front doors, two rear doors and a tailgate)
  • The ground clearance is up to 7.8 inches depending on the model, this is okay since the standard requirement on Kenyan loads is 6.5 inches
  • Honda CRV also comes with alloy wheels
  • Fog lights are an additional cool feature and the daytime running lights
  • You can also fit roof rails on your CRV car
  • Most models have a chrome trim

2. Honda CRV interior

The interior of this Crossover car is spacious and comfortable.

Cost ofHonda CRV 5 seater in Kenya

Below are the interior features:

  • The car is a 5 seater, two at the front and three at the back(you might also find a 7 seater)
  • The legroom is spacious and okay even when traveling for long distances, the same case applies to the headroom
  • When it comes to boot space, Honda CRV has adequate space to carry sizeable luggage, also, you will find more space under the boot. If you want a bigger space, the back seats are foldable
  • Cabin storage is another feature on the inside, this includes cubby box, cupholders, seat jacket pockets and door panel storage spaces
  • The car has a reverse camera too
  • The navigation system is also another feature and the LCD screens provide different information such as fuel usage

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3. Honda CRV specs

The engine is one of the most important parts of a vehicle, let us see what the CRV has to offer.

Honda CRV engine

Here is a list of the engine specifications from different Honda CRV:

  • The engine capacity ranges from 1500cc to 2500cc
  • Some engines are also turbocharged
  • The power ranges between 130hp to 200hp
  • While most CRV engines use petrol, some are diesel engines
  • The fuel coverage ranges between 13 to 15Km/l depending on the engine cc
  • The most powerful engine which is the 2500cc accelerates from o to 100km/h in about 9.1 seconds, the 1500cc takes the longest time of about 11.8 seconds while the others range somewhere in between
  • The gear transmission type can either be manual, CVT or automatic, CVT is the most modern form of transmission and is more efficient than the other two
  • You can choose between a Front Wheel Drive(FF/2WD) or All Wheel Drive(AWD/4WD) in the most recent models of the car
  • The tank capacity is 58 Liters

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Also, a Forward Wheel Drive (FF)consumes less fuel than All Wheel Drive(AWD). A 1500cc will also consume less although its maximum power is below the other. Diesel engines tend to cover more kilometers per liter than their petrol counterparts.

Conclusion

Honda CRV price in Kenya may seem high, however, when compared to its competitors such as the Toyota RAV4, the price is better. Another advantage of the CRV is that it has low maintenance cost and the fuel usage is low, this means that the overall running cost is low.

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