The new Honda CR-V has scooped the prestigious '4x4 of the Year' honour from respected publication, Total 4x4 Magazine. It's the sports utility vehicle's (SUV's) first award since arriving in dealerships in the U.K. only two months ago.
The competition was fierce and the magazine's test team pitted the Honda against several key rivals in the 'Medium SUV' segment. The CR-V swept them aside and took class honours, making it a contender for the overall 'Best of the best' title, which it duly won.
It's an outstanding achievement for such a new vehicle, which is manufactured in the U.K. at Honda's state-of-the-art production facility in Swindon, Wilts.
The publication's editor, Alan Kidd, was surprised by the sheer number of candidates who were contending for the overall title. He was impressed by the CR-V's strong preposition against the competition, which made it a clear winner.
Dave Hodgetts, Managing Director of Honda (UK), was thrilled with the honour. He said, "For the new CR-V to take its first award so soon after launch is a real festive treat for everyone and a fantastic way to end the year. We hope it will be the first of many."
