Verdict
C
← Honda CR-V · 1995-2001 · RD1 Mk1
Honda CR-V RD1 Mk1
Headline trim: 2.0 16V (B20Z) — 126 bhp, 0-62 in 11.7s.
BHP
126 bhp
0–60
11.7 s
Top speed
108 mph
MPG
23 mpg (US)
Used
$600-$3,200
Strengths
- Civic-derived underpinnings
- Genuine viscous-coupling AWD
- Tall cabin and folding picnic table
Weaknesses
- Slow
- Rear arch rust
- Cabin dated
Notable tech
- RD1 platform — Civic-derived monocoque
- 5-door body only
- B20B/B20Z 2.0 NA petrol (B20Z from 1996+ MY)
- Real Time 4WD with viscous coupling (no centre diff)
- 5MT manual or 4AT
- Picnic-table boot floor
Common issues
- B20Z timing belt service
- Rear viscous-coupling
- A/C compressor
- Rear arch rust
Engine derivatives
US-spec trims and engines offered across RD1 Mk1's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.
2.0 16V (B20B)
BHP126
Torque180 Nm
0–6011.7 s
Top108 mph
MPG (US)23 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT
2.0 NA (B20Z)
BHP145
Torque186 Nm
0–6010.8 s
Top113 mph
MPG (US)23 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT