What are the 2021 Honda CR-V Safety Ratings?

When the time’s right to upgrade with a family-friendly SUV, there’s a lot of strong features that make any wishlist. Space is important, and amenities are key. However, safety may be the most important factor when deciding which SUV is right for your Cody family. Luckily, the Honda CR-V offers tons of space with great features to go along with an advanced safety suite. The Honda Sensing® suite and the durable design of the new Honda CR-V have helped this model take on every safety test with gusto.

Today, Underriner Honda will walk you through the 2021 Honda CR-V safety ratings provided by both the IIHS and the NHTSA. What’s more, we’ll take a closer look at some of the innovative features offered on this ride to help boost your confidence behind the wheel. Find the perfect SUV for your commute from Laurel to Red Lodge with us below!

IIHS 2021 CR-V Safety Ratings

For 2021, the Honda CR-V safety rating was graded in terms of Crash Avoidance Mitigation and Crashworthiness by the IIHS*. Explore the CR-V safety ratings on the LX trim here:

Crash Avoidance & Mitigation

• Front crash prevention vehicle-to-vehicle: Good*
• Front crash prevention vehicle-to-pedestrian: Good*
• Headlights: Good, Acceptable, or Marginal* depending on trim
• Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use: Acceptable*

Crashworthiness

• Small overlap front, driver and passenger side: Good*
• Moderate overlap front: Good*
• Side: Good*
• Roof strength: Good*
• Head restraints and seats: Good*

After the CR-V was put through the wringer, it came out the other side with flying colors. As such, the 2021 Honda CR-V was awarded a Top Safety Pick* from the IIHS when properly equipped.

NHTSA 2021 CR-V Safety Ratings

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration** (NHTSA) graded the 2021 Honda CR-V LX FWD for safety. Here’s how the CR-V scored on the NHTSA 5-star scale:

• Overall Rating: 5 Stars**
• Frontal Crash: 5 Stars**
• Side Crash: 5 Stars**
• Rollover: 4 Stars**

Honda CR-V Standard Safety Features

The Honda CR-V safety scores are sky-high thanks to the exceptional design work by our engineers. The CR-V was built to be incredibly safe while retaining an exciting driving experience. Here are some generous safety features you can expect from the 2021 Honda CR-V LX trim:

• Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control
• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
• Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• Brake Assist
• LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
• Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure
• Smart Vent® front side airbags

To top things off, you can enjoy the following Honda Sensing® safety features standard:

• Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
• Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow
• Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
• Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
• Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
• Auto High-Beam Headlights
• Blind Spot Monitoring System (BSI) with Cross Traffic Monitor
• Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines

Discover the Honda CR-V in Billings

While reading about the 2021 Honda CR-V test scores is a great place to start, nothing can top an actual test drive. Get behind the wheel of this well-rounded SUV at Underriner Honda today! Our team can help you discern which trim and features suit your budget and lifestyle. If you’re ready to get started on your upgrade, contact us today!

*For more information from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, visit https://www.iihs.org.

**Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program. For additional information on the 5-Star Safety Ratings program, please visit www.safercar.gov. Model tested with standard side airbags.