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Honda CR-V I (RD1-RD3) gallery (1995–2001)

The first-generation Honda CR-V compact crossover was produced from 1995 to 2001, establishing early benchmarks for the compact SUV segment.

All photos 359 I (RD1-RD3) 0 1995–2001 II (RD4-RD9) 0 2001–2006 III (RE1-RE7) 37 2006–2011 IV (RM1-RM4) 178 2011–2016 V (RW/RT) 92 2016–2022 VI (RS/RT) 48 2022

The first-generation Honda CR-V debuted in October 1995. Engineered on a modified fifth-generation Civic platform, it introduced a unibody construction, four-wheel double-wishbone suspension, and high ground clearance. Notable interior features included a flat floor design and a removable folding picnic table stored under the rear cargo area.

Initial models were powered by a 2.0-liter B20B engine (126–130 hp), updated in 1999 to the B20Z engine producing 147 to 150 hp. Transmission choices included a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic. Honda's Real Time AWD automatically engaged the rear axle via a dual-pump hydraulic clutch pack whenever front wheel slip was detected.