Honda CR-V leads the mid-size SUV segment in 2024

Honda Malaysia has announced an impressive achievement, with the sixth-generation Honda CR-V SUV recording sales exceeding 11,300 units throughout 2024.

This achievement solidifies the CR-V’s status as the number one model in the mid-size SUV segment, capturing approximately 36 percent of the market share.

According to Hironobu Yoshimura, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Honda Malaysia, “Since its launch in December 2023, the Honda CR-V has experienced strong demand, further reinforcing its dominant position in the market.”

He further stated that the CR-V is the third best-selling model throughout 2024.

Of the total CR-V sales, the 2.0L e:HEV RS hybrid variant accounted for 20 percent, leading with an 87 percent share in the mid-size hybrid SUV segment.

The petrol variants also performed well, with the E variant being the customers’ top choice, contributing to 40 percent of total CR-V sales.

For the Malaysian market, the Honda CR-V is available with the option of a 1.5-liter turbo engine producing 193 PS and 243 Nm, or a 2.0L e:HEV hybrid engine with 184 PS and 335 Nm.

The exterior design of the CR-V features LED headlights and taillights, a distinctive front grille, and specific functions for the top variant, such as Active Cornering Lights and an Active Shutter Grille.

In addition to a spacious and comfortable cabin, the CR-V also offers a cargo space of 589 liters, which can expand to 1,072 liters when the second-row seats are folded flat.

Notably, it includes comprehensive safety features such as Honda CONNECT, Honda SENSING, and additional features for the e:HEV variant like Adaptive Driving Beam and a 360-degree camera system.