The new generation of CR-V has arrived in the store and is being sold with the old models. So many netizens will ask: They are all CR-Vs, why can the starting price of the new generation start at 185,900 yuan, which is more than 10,000 yuan more expensive than the old model. Why?

The new generation of CR-V has arrived in the store and is being sold with the old models. So many netizens will ask: They are all CR-Vs, why can the starting price of the new generation start at 185,900 yuan, which is more than 10,000 yuan more expensive than the old model. Why?

Some people say that it is because the new car has become larger, with a wheelbase of 39 mm more, and a 7-seat version has also been launched. In the Chinese market, which is beautiful, such changes are very convincing.

However, after arriving in the store, I found that it is not actually the new generation of CR-V that is expensive. If you look at the old model, what configuration is sold for 169,800 yuan, you will probably understand that the price of the new generation of models has not increased much. It just cut off the old entry-level manual transmission model. Of course, the increase in the price will undoubtedly make many confused consumers even more confused. Is the new generation of CR-V worth buying?

old model is 10,000 yuan off, the new model is larger in size, who to buy?

The new generation of CR-V has been exposed in China to being launched, so fast that customers who come to the store to see CR-V are not aware that the new car has been launched. At the scene, the 2021 CR-V was in the showroom with the new generation CR-V. What is certain is that everyone seems to be more enthusiastic about the old CR-V because there are discounts.

Local 4S store, the 2021 CR-V series has a discount of 10,000 yuan, and the plug-in hybrid version has a greater discount, and the price of the car is directly cheaper than 30,000 yuan. Moreover, when asked about a customer present, he said that he prefers the old CR-V, and there is no absolute aesthetics, but the editor thinks that the new generation CR-V is the best-looking CRV ever.

The rear design of the new generation model is said to be similar to Volvo XC60, but its tail design is more textured than the tail shapes of all previous CRVs. In addition, the old CR-V has a MPV-like interior lever design, and the new model has changed all of these at once.

The most eye-catching thing about the new generation of CR-V is that it has a larger size, an increase in wheelbase by 39 mm, and a full circle of body. This benefit is that it allows CR-V to lay out three rows of seats, and has derived 6-seat and 7-seat models. Although the third row seat space of the real car experience is not spacious, in families with multiple children, this is a necessity, and having is better than not.

In addition to the appearance and space, the new car has also made progress in details, such as the yellow warning of the front wheel arch, the water spray of the wiper arm, the rearview mirror on the front door, the angle adjustment of the rear seats, the standard 10.1-inch central control touch screen, a simpler interior, etc.

So, if you really need to compare the configuration, the 1.5T two-wheel drive vitality version sold for 185,900 yuan is better than the 2021 1.5T two-wheel drive comfort version priced at 179,800 yuan. However, the 2021 model has a discount of 10,000 yuan. The difference between the two cars has reached nearly 20,000 yuan. Buy new or old? You will make a decision at the store.

By the way, the new generation CR-V body structure is better rigid. The official said that the main stress positions such as A column are used, and steel with a strength of 1500MP is used. How far is

from being a big seller?

Although CR-Vs of all generations have no worries about sales in China, the new generation of CR-Vs are undoubtedly the greatest competitive pressure. Even if it upgrades itself, changes in its competitors and market environment still make it not take it lightly.

First of all, the new generation CR-V that is now available is not available for hybrid versions. Its 1.5T+CVT power system, maximum output power and peak torque data have not changed, and the power system continues to use the previous generation model.

Although domestic consumers have much greater demand for space, size, smart and comfortable configuration than power, they also care about fuel consumption. So many customers on the scene mentioned after watching the new generation of CR-V: I look forward to hybrid models more.

In addition, after talking to the owner of the old CR-V, they put forward several opinions on the 2023 two-wheel drive fashion version on site: First, only the main driver can lift and lower it with one click, second, there is no storage bag behind the front seats, and third, there is a huge bulge on the left side of the rear seats, which is used to store seat belts, and this design is unique to the 5-seater version, but not the 7-seater model.

Moreover, they have a lot of complaints about the 17-inch wheels configured in the new car. Such a large body and small-sized wheels are really inconsistent, which adds to the idea of ​​many owners going back to upgrade the wheels.

There is also a 7-seater version in the parking lot. After actual experience, you will find some interesting differences: the left and right width of the second row of the 7-seater model is narrower (to enter the third row for the 2 side), the shape of the headrest is different, and the position of the shaft at the backrest angle is also different.

It seems that the new car has made considerable optimizations for the 7-seater model, which means that the new generation of CR-V has greatly expanded its audience compared to the old model. Honda also realized the attractiveness of the 7-seater SUV in China, which may be the reason why it is more expensive than the old model.

If you want to sell the new generation of CR-V, in addition to the later discounts on the terminal, you also need to look at the situation of your competitors. For example, the newly launched Kia Lion Platinum has an official pre-sale price of 179,800-205,800 yuan. The entry-level model is also equipped with a 1.5T power, but it is equipped with an 8AT gearbox and offers 2.0T and HEV hybrid options, making the power selection more abundant.

In addition, for the new generation CR-V wheel hub size and weak power, many potential customers who are also confused about have turned to look at models such as SAIC Volkswagen Tiguan L. After all, regardless of brand strength or configuration performance, Tiguan L is quite outstanding.

summary:

Generally speaking, the new generation CR-V is a model with potential for a hit model, but it is not the best time to buy it at this stage. In fact, it still has a lot of fans, but rationally speaking, if the terminal has a discount of 10,000 to 20,000 yuan in the future, with the advantages of upgrades in space and configuration, the new generation CR-V is still very lethal. (Text/Photo: Ouyang)