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Decision summary
Honda CR-V vs KIA Picanto Panel Van: the short answer
CR-V holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Picanto Panel Van.
Picanto Panel Van starts ZAR 439,905 cheaperCR-V from ZAR 689,900 · Picanto Panel Van from ZAR 249,995
Five key differences
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Specification
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Maximum Power
CR-V204 kW
Picanto Panel Van49 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
CR-V335 Nm
Picanto Panel Van94 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Engine Size
CR-V1993 cc
Picanto Panel Van998 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
CR-V20 km/l
Picanto Panel Van16.4 km/l
Ground Clearance
CR-V198 mm
Picanto Panel Van155 mm
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2.0 Hybrid e:HEV
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
CR-V
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Picanto Panel Van
Strengths
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
CR-V
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
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Picanto Panel Van
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Wheelbase
2700 mm
2400 mm
Length
4690 mm
3595 mm
Width
1860 mm
1595 mm
Height
1690 mm
1480 mm
Kerb Weight
1750 kg
950 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2250 kg
1400 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
2 seats
Boot/Cargo Space
497 l
620 l
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
0 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity
57 l
35 l
Doors
5 doors
3 doors
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
198 mm
151 mm
Payload Capacity
500 kg
450 kg
Number of Rows
2 rows
1 rows
Minimum Turning Radius
5.7 m
4.8 m
Front Headroom
970 mm
970 mm
Rear Headroom
970 mm
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
1049 mm
1040 mm
Rear Legroom
1041 mm
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance (Default)
198 mm
155 mm
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Gearbox
eCVT Automatic
4-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
All Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Electronic AWD Control
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox Type
eCVT Automatic
4-Speed Automatic
Gear Shift Type
eCVT Automatic
Floor-Mounted Selector
Drivetrain
AWD
FWD — Front Wheel Drive
Axle Layout
AWD
FWD
Differential Lock
Electronic AWD Lock
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
4
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
4
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
4.286:1
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque Converter Automatic
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Engine Position
-
Transverse Front-Mounted
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
-
2.8
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Claimed Mileage
20 km/l
16.4 km/l
City Mileage
17 km/l
13.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
19 km/l
20.4 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
57 l
35 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 5
Fuel Tank Litres
57
35
Real-world Mileage
20 km/l
16.4 km/l
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
No
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Distance To Empty
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning
-
Yes
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Yes
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
6
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
BA
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
No
AEB
Standard
No
Alarm System
Standard
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Yes
Driver Airbag
6
Yes
Passenger Airbag
6
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
No
Side Airbags
Not Available
Yes — Front Side Airbags
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Yes — Full Length Curtain Airbags
Knee Airbag
Not Available
No
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes — Front Seatbelt Pre-tensioners
Central Locking
-
Yes
Side Impact Beams
-
Yes
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Safety Rating
-
3 Stars (Euro NCAP 2017 Assessment)
Whiplash Protection
-
Yes — Active Head Restraints Front
Pedestrian Detection AEB
-
No
Lane Change Warning
-
No
Fatigue Detection
-
No
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Cruise Control
Adaptive
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
No
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
No
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
No
Rear View Camera
Standard
No
360 Degree Camera
Standard
No
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
No
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
No
Emergency Braking
Standard
No
Pre-Collision System
Standard
No
Reverse Camera
Standard
No
Rear View Camera
Standard
No
Reversing Camera
Standard
No
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
No
Around View Monitor
Standard
No
Surround View Camera
Standard
No
Parking Distance Sensors
Front and Rear
No
Parking Sensor
Front and Rear
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
No
Auto Lights
LED Matrix
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
No
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
No
Auto Wipers
Not Available
No
Park Assist
Not Available
No
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Eco Mode
-
Yes
Sport Mode
-
No
EV Mode
-
Not Applicable — Petrol Engine
Front Camera
-
No
Automatic High Beam
-
No
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
No
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Seat Material
Premium Leather
Cloth
Seat Adjustment
Driver and Passenger Electric
Manual 6-Way Driver Seat Adjustment
Heated Seats
Front and Rear
No
Ventilated Seats
Front
No
Steering Type
Electric Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Multi-Color Ambient
No
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium interior with large touchscreen, digital cluster, leather seats, and advanced driver assistance features
2-seat cab with sealed cargo bulkhead, air conditioning, electric windows, basic audio system, flat commercial load floor
Seat Trim
Premium Leather
Cloth
Fabric Seats
Premium Leather
Yes
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Premium Leather
Cloth
Driver Seat Adjustment
Driver and Passenger Electric
6-Way Manual Adjustment
Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver and Passenger Electric
Yes
Driver Seat
Driver and Passenger Electric
Manual 6-Way Driver Seat Adjustment
Interior Colour Options
6
2
Interior Colours
6
2
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Driver and Passenger Electric
4-Way Manual Adjustment
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
1355 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
0 mm
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Urethane
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
No
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster
Rear USB Ports
-
0
Leather Seats
-
No
Adjustable Front Seat
-
Yes
Memory Seats
-
No
Cooled Seats
-
No
Driver Lumbar Support
-
No
Folding Rear Seats
-
Not Applicable — Panel Van
Front Armrest
-
No
Rear Armrest
-
No
Cup Holders
-
2
Rear AC Vents
-
No
Door Map Pockets
-
Yes
Front Headrest
-
Yes — Adjustable
Rear Headrest
-
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Down
-
620
Seat Belt Warning
-
Yes
Seat Fold Type
-
Not Applicable — Panel Van
Armrest Front
-
No
Armrest Rear
-
No
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
No
Interior Trim Colour
-
2
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
-
No
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Windows
All Doors Auto
Yes — Front Windows Only
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
No
Push Button Start
Standard
No
Wireless Charging
Standard
No
Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Electric Tailgate
Hands-free Electric Tailgate
No
Trim Level
top
mid
Variant Role
Core range derivative
Commercial utility derivative
Accelerator 0 100
8.5 sec
14.5 sec
Common Rail Injection
Direct Injection + Electric Motor Assist
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Diff Lock
Electronic AWD Lock
Not Available
Difflock
Electronic AWD Lock
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
5
6.1 L/100km — WLTP Combined Cycle
Vdc
Standard
Yes
TPMS
Standard
Yes
Surround View Monitor
Standard
No
Sonar
Front and Rear
No
Seat Type
Premium Leather
Cloth Fabric
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic
AC Type
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Manual Aircon
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Manual Air Conditioning
Power Mirrors
All Doors Auto
Yes
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Smart Key
No
Remote Central Locking
Smart Key
No
Passive Entry Start
Smart Key
No
Push Button Start
Standard
No
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
No
Wireless Charger
Standard
No
Panoramic Roof
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Powered Tailgate
Hands-free Electric Tailgate
No
Lift Gate
Hands-free Electric Tailgate
No
Sound System
12 Premium
6
Voice Command Support
Built-in
Yes
Roof Rack Compatibility
Standard
No
Sub Frame
Monocoque
Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform
Engine Warranty
8 Years
7 Years/150
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED Matrix
Yes
Source Model Column
cr-v
picanto-panel-van
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
No
Rev Matching
Not Available
No
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
No
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
No
Unlocking
Smart Key
No
Walk Away Lock
Smart Key
No
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Smart Key
No
Voice Command
Built-in
Yes
Climate Zones
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Single Zone
Mirror
All Doors Auto
Power Adjustable with Integrated Turn Indicators
Engine Start Stop
Standard
No
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors Auto
Yes
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
1485 mm
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
1150 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
1485 mm
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
1150 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded
497 l
620 l
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
No
Rim Size
19-inch Premium Alloy
14 Inches
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Full Size Spare Tyre
Tyre Repair Kit
-
No — Full Size Spare Provided
Hill Start Assist
-
Yes
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Yes — Front
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Digital Speedometer
-
Yes — Digital Speedometer Display
Driver Display
-
Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster with MID
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Yes
Multi Function Steering
-
Yes
Rear Seat Split
-
N/A Panel Van
Front Armrest
-
No
Headrest Adjustable
-
Yes
Remote Start
-
No
Remote Engine Start
-
No
Boot Opener
-
Yes — Electric Boot Release Button
Fuel Lid Opener
-
Yes — Remote Fuel Lid Opener
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
No
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
No
Rear Defogger
-
Yes
Rear Window Defroster
-
Yes
Electric Mirror Folding
-
No
Remote Side Mirror
-
Yes
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
Yes
Tachometer
-
Yes
Trip Computer
-
Yes
Speed Limiter
-
Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
12V Accessory Socket
-
Yes — 12V Front Accessory Socket
Front Power Outlet
-
Yes — 12V Socket
Rear Reading Lamps
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Service Reminder
-
Yes
Rear Wing
-
No
Chrome Grille
-
No
Chrome Exterior Highlights
-
No
Side Steps
-
No
Skid Plates
-
No
Heads Up Display
-
No
Intercooler
-
Not Applicable — Naturally Aspirated Engine
Ride Mode Selection
-
No
Roof Antenna
-
Yes
Aero Kit
-
No
Exhaust Finish
-
Standard Single Outlet Chrome Tip
Exhaust Type
-
Single Exhaust System
Glovebox Cooling
-
No
Headlamp Height Adjust
-
Yes — Manual Headlamp Beam Adjustment
Headlamp Washer
-
No
Drag Coefficient
-
0.32 Cd
Stabilizer Bar
-
Front and Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Steering Response
-
Electric Power Assisted Steering
Tail Lamps
-
No
Automatic High Beam
-
No
Bottle Holders
-
2
Rear Air Conditioning
-
No
Glove Box
-
Yes
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
-
No
Power Socket 12v
-
Yes — 12V Front Accessory Socket
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Standard Anti-Roll Bar
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Standard Anti-Roll Bar
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
No
Front Wiper
-
Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer
Front Wipers Type
-
Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
No
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
-
Yes
Reading Lights Rear
-
Yes
Centre Console
-
No
Side Impact Bars
-
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
497 l
620 l
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Infotainment System
10.25-inch Touchscreen
8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Yes
Android Auto
Wireless
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
12 Premium
6
Navigation System
Built-in
Yes — Smartphone Navigation via Android Auto/CarPlay
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
8-Inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
10.25-inch Touchscreen
8-Inch Touchscreen Display
Display Audio
10.25-inch Touchscreen
8-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment System
Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
8-Inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
Yes
Connected Services
Standard
Yes
Audio Speakers
12 Premium
6
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch Touchscreen
8-Inch Touchscreen
Audio System
12 Premium
Yes
Voice Control
Built-in
Yes
Voice Recognition
Built-in
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Yes
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Yes — Partial Digital Instrument Cluster
USB Ports
Not Available
2
Rear Usb
-
No
Premium Audio
-
No
FM Radio
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Yes
AUX Input
-
Yes
Wi-Fi Hotspot
-
No
Head Up Display
-
No
Multi Information Display
-
Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
2
Radio
-
Yes
Audio
-
Yes
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
LED Headlamps
LED Matrix
No
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights
Fog Lamps
LED
No
Roof Rails
Standard
No
Alloy Wheel Design
19-inch Premium Alloy
Standard Design
Body Type
SUV
3-Door Panel Van
Exterior Colour Options
6
5
Exterior Colour Options
6
2
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors Auto
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof
No
Roof Type
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard Fixed Roof
Led Headlights
LED Matrix
No
Headlights
LED Matrix
No
Headlamp Levelling
LED Matrix
No
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights
DRL
LED
Yes — LED Daytime Running Lights
Fog Lights
LED
No
Front Fog Lights
LED
No
Front Fog Lamps
LED
No
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Headlights
LED Matrix
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
LED Matrix
Yes
Headlamps
LED Matrix
No
Headlight Type
LED Matrix
No
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Front Overhang
-
735 mm
Rear Overhang
-
460 mm
Rear Fog Lights
-
Yes
Led Taillights
-
No
Chrome Exterior Finish
-
No
Body Cladding
-
No
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes — Rear Integrated Spoiler
Wing Mirror Type
-
Power Adjustable with Integrated Turn Indicators
Rear Wiper
-
Yes — Standard Rear Wiper and Washer
Door Handle Finish
-
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Exterior Mirror Folding
-
No
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes — Rear Integrated Spoiler
Exterior Door Handle Colour
-
Body-Coloured Door Handles
Sunroof Slide
-
Not Available
Sunroof Tilt
-
Not Available
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Approach Angle
20 deg
17 deg
Departure Angle
22 deg
22 deg
Wading Depth
450 mm
0 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Available
Locking Differential
Electronic AWD Lock
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Approach Angle Deg
20 deg
17 deg
Departure Angle Deg
22 deg
22 deg
Wading Depth Mm
450 mm
0 mm
Breakover Angle
Not Available
0 deg
Ground Clearance Min
198 mm
155 mm
Ground Clearance Max
198 mm
155 mm
Underbody Protection
-
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
0 deg
Ramp-over Angle
-
0 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
1 Rear Tow Hook
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
-
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
-
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Tyre Size
235/55 R19
175/65 R14
Wheel Type
19-inch Premium Alloy
Standard Design
Front Brake Type
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
Yes
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
No
Wheel Material
19-inch Premium Alloy
Standard Design
Wheels
19-inch Premium Alloy
Standard Design
Brake Type Front
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Drum
Tyre Type
235/55 R19
Tubeless Radial
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Adaptive
No
Brakes
Disc
Ventilated Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Yes
Wheel Rim Size
19-inch Premium Alloy
14 Inches
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Conventional Handbrake
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Full Size Spare Tyre
Wheel Diameter
19-inch Premium Alloy
14 Inches
Front Tyre Width
-
175 mm
Rear Tyre Width
-
175 mm
Front Brake Disc Diameter
-
247 mm
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
-
180 mm
Parking Brake Type
-
Conventional Handbrake
Tyre Load Index
-
82
Tyre Speed Rating
-
T
Spare Tyre
Not Available
Full Size Spare Tyre
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Full Size Spare
Electric Park Brake
-
Conventional Handbrake
Wheel Size Type
-
14 Inches
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
Yes
Leather Steering Wheel
-
Urethane
Steering Wheel Trim
-
Urethane
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Yes
Auto Brake Hold
-
Conventional Handbrake
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable
Power Steering
Electric Power Steering
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-Link
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Rear Axle Type
Multi-Link
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Chassis Material
Monocoque
Monocoque Unibody Steel Platform
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring
Rear Spring Type
Multi-Link
Coil Spring
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1415 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1420 mm
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard Anti-Roll Bar
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
-
Standard Anti-Roll Bar
Shock Absorber Type
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Shock Absorbers
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Service Interval
10000 km / 12 months
15,000 km or 12 Months — Whichever First
Approx Service Cost
Moderate
Approx R2,500–R3,200 per Service
Battery Warranty
8 Years
12 Months KIA Battery Warranty
Service Intervals
10000 km / 12 months
15,000 km or 12 Months — Whichever First
Engine Oil Change Interval
10000 km / 12 months
10,000 km or 6 Months
Service Plan Duration
8 Years
3 Years/45
Service Plan
8 Years
3 Years/45
Maintenance Plan
8 Years
Included — 3 Years/45
Service Plan Distance
8 Years
3 Years/45
Engine Oil Capacity
-
3.2 l
First Service At
-
1,000 km Inspection and Safety Check
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Underbody Anti-Rust Protection
Alternator
-
80A Alternator
Accessory Battery Type
-
12V 45Ah Lead-Acid Battery
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Warranty Years
3
7 Years/150
Warranty Kilometers
3
7 Years/150
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Basic Warranty
3
7 Years/150
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty
3
7 Years/150
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 Years
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
CO2 Emissions
110 g/km
140 g/km
Start Stop System
Standard
No
Hybrid System Type
Self-Charging Hybrid
Not Applicable
CO2 Emissions G Km
110
140
Idle CO2 Output
110
Within Euro 5 Emission Limits
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 6
Euro 5
Particulate Filter
Not Available
GPF Fitted
Fuel Octane Requirement
Hybrid
93 RON Unleaded
Variable Valve Timing
-
CVVT on Intake Camshaft
Noise Level
-
68 dB
Green NCAP Rating
-
Not Independently NCAP Green Rated
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Real-world City Mileage Min
10 l/100km
6.9 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
12 l/100km
8.4 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
13 l/100km
4.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
16 l/100km
5.3 l/100km
Owner Review Count
16
0
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Body Style
SUV
Van
Model Year
2026
2026
Segment
SUV
Van
Vehicle Type
SUV
Van
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Mid grade in the South Africa lineup
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red
Clear White, Aurora Black Pearl
Tare Mass Kg
1750 kg
950 kg
Model Introduced Year
2023
2018
Generation
Built on Honda’s global SUV platform with focus on comfort and safety
Based on third-generation JA Picanto platform; commercial derivative
Facelift History
Latest generation introduced with improved design, features, and safety technology
Updated with third-generation Picanto platform in 2021
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2021
Production Status
active
active
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Price Zar
819900 ZAR
269995 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
819900
269995
Starting Price Zar
819900
269995
Ownership Role
Top
Mid
Spec
CR-V
Picanto Panel Van
Engine
2.0L Hybrid Petrol
1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
G3LA
Fuel Type
Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
Self Charging Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1993 cc
998 cc
Cylinders
4
3
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Not Officially Disclosed
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Direct Injection + Electric Motor Assist
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
10.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
71 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
84 mm
Maximum Power
204 kW
49 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
335 Nm
94 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Transmission
e-CVT
4-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
195 km/h
148 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.5 sec
14.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
51.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
98.9 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
In depth: how these cars differ
This CR-V and Picanto Panel Van comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: CR-V 77 vs Picanto Panel Van 22.
Efficiency index: CR-V 80 vs Picanto Panel Van 63.
Safety-equipment index: CR-V 91 vs Picanto Panel Van 68.
Practicality index: CR-V 66 vs Picanto Panel Van 59.
Ownership-cover index: CR-V 60 vs Picanto Panel Van 77.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
CR-V leads by 21 points
CR-V holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Picanto Panel Van.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
CR-V
Performance
77/100
Efficiency
80/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
66/100
Ownership
60/100
Picanto Panel Van
Performance
22/100
Efficiency
63/100
Safety
68/100
Practicality
59/100
Ownership
77/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexHonda CR-V
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 55 pts for Picanto Panel Van
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, CR-V leads. However, Picanto Panel Van may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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