{
  "id": 14466922,
  "title": "Honda CR-V realigned with hybrid tech and at a reduced price",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/honda-cr-v-realigned-with-hybrid-tech-and-at-a-reduced-price",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-14T14:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Citizen",
    "slug": "the-citizen",
    "url": "https://www.citizen.co.za/motoring/honda-cr-v-hybrid-south-africa-price/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Honda CR-V in South Africa has undergone a significant overhaul, now featuring a hybrid powertrain and a reduced price tag. After initially receiving criticism for its high price upon launch two years ago, the CR-V has been restructured to include a single variant powered by a self-charging hybrid system. This system consists of a normally aspirated 2.0-litre engine paired with a one kilowatt-hour battery pack, which powers two electric motors. The petrol unit produces 106kW/189Nm, while the electric hardware generates 135kW/335Nm. Notably, the hybrid powertrain enables the CR-V to be equipped with all-wheel drive from the start.\n\nThe CR-V's fuel efficiency improves to 5.4 L/100 km, while maintaining its 208 mm ground clearance. The hybrid system offers three driving modes: Default Hybrid, EV, and Engine Drive, with the latter prioritizing the combustion engine for maximum power. Inside, the CR-V maintains its seven-seat layout, which has remained unchanged since the global launch four years ago. However, the hybrid powertrain has led to the reduction of seating for seven seats to a traditional five-seat configuration, resulting in increased boot space, ranging from 581 to 1,636 litres.\n\nThe CR-V RS e:HEV AWD, available now, is priced at R10,000 above the Executive and R91,400 less than the Exclusive. The vehicle also includes a comprehensive warranty package, a five-year/200,000 km warranty, a five-year/90,000 km service plan, and an eight-year/200,000 km battery warranty.",
  "summary": "Line-up now spans a single variant, the RS, powered by a dual-motor all-wheel drive hybrid powertrain, a first for the CR-V in South Africa.",
  "key_points": [],
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}