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Honda CR-V RD Mk2

Headline trim: 2.0 i-VTEC — 148 bhp, 0-62 in 10.6s.

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Verdict
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BHP
148 bhp
0–60
10.6 s
Top speed
113 mph
MPG
26 mpg (US)
Used
$800-$4,400

Strengths

  • K-series petrol bombproof
  • Real-time AWD simple
  • Tall cabin practical

Weaknesses

  • Body-roll handling
  • No diesel until late RD2
  • Dated cabin

Notable tech

  • RD4-RD8 platform — second-gen monocoque
  • Real Time AWD (viscous-coupling)
  • K20/K24 petrols
  • 2.2 i-CTDi diesel from 2005
  • 5MT manual or 4AT auto

Common issues

  • Rear diff fluid neglect
  • A/C compressor
  • Body roll

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across RD Mk2's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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2.0 i-VTEC
BHP148
Torque188 Nm
0–6010.6 s
Top113 mph
MPG (US)26 mpg
DriveFWD / AWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT
2.4 i-VTEC
BHP158
Torque218 Nm
0–609.5 s
Top118 mph
MPG (US)24 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT / 5AT
2.2 i-CTDi diesel (late)
BHP138
Torque340 Nm
0–6010.0 s
Top116 mph
MPG (US)35 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox6MT