The 2002 Honda CR‑V uses a 2.4-liter inline-4 engine with Honda's i‑VTEC variable valve timing, part of the K‑series family. In most markets it produced around 160 horsepower, marking a shift from the 2.0-liter engine used in the previous generation.
Engine type and specifications
Key engine characteristics for the 2002 CR‑V, including displacement, configuration, and output. Figures can vary slightly by trim and market.
Core engine specs for the 2002 CR‑V are listed below.
- Displacement: about 2.4 L (approximately 2,400 cc)
- Configuration: inline-4
- Valvetrain: DOHC with i‑VTEC variable valve timing
- Engine family/code: K24A (K‑series)
- Power output: around 160 hp (about 119 kW)
- Torque: around 162 lb‑ft (about 220 Nm)
- Transmission options: 5‑speed manual or 4‑speed automatic (varies by trim/market)
These figures reflect typical configurations for North American CR‑V models in the 2002 model year, with minor variations for other regions.
Market and generation context
What changed from the previous generation
The 2002 CR‑V entered the second generation, shifting from the earlier 2.0-liter engine to a larger 2.4-liter inline‑4. This change aimed to improve everyday performance and highway response while maintaining efficiency.
Notes by market
While the 2.4‑liter i‑VTEC is the standard powerplant in most markets, emissions tuning, exhaust specifications, and available transmissions could differ by country and trim level.
Summary
In short, the 2002 Honda CR‑V is powered by a 2.4‑liter inline‑4 i‑VTEC engine from Honda’s K‑series, producing around 160 horsepower and about 162 lb‑ft of torque, with transmission choices depending on trim and market.