The all-new fourth generation CR-V made its Qatar debut at a lively ceremony watched by hundreds of vehicle buffs and guests at the City Center Doha on Thursday evening.The three new different grades of the vehicle, namely LX, EX, and EX-leather, were unfurled in the presence of Japanese ambassador Kenjiro Monji and many other dignitaries at the ceremony organised by Doha Marketing Services Company, the exclusive agents of Honda vehicles in Qatar.Also present were Domasco managing director Mark Kass, head of finance Faisal Sharif and sales and marketing manager for Domasco–Honda Greig Roffey.At the ceremony, the ambassador and other company officials together handed over the first vehicle in Qatar to a customer. Company officials said globally the CR-V had been recognised as a pioneer of compact SUV. Since its first launch in 1996, over five million CR-Vs have been sold. “This amply proves its global appeal in terms of design, quality, refinement and popularity,” said Roffey, at a briefing held prior to the launch at Marriott Renaissance Hotel. “Building on this solid reputation, the all new CR-V now enters into its fourth generation with enhanced exterior aesthetics, car like interior comfort, innovative features and a smoother and quieter ride. It is designed to offer urban sophistication and exceed customer expectation of a 5-seater compact SUV,” said Roffey. “We are delighted at the local response to the all-new CR-V,” he added.“The all-new CR-V was launched earlier in some international markets with rave reviews and it has already received a number of prestigious awards. We immediately started getting enquiries from local customers and as early as one and a half months ago, we already started taking orders on this fabulous new SUV and the order bank has grown significantly since with excited customers eagerly awaiting the launch so they could take delivery of their new vehicles.” The previous generation CR-V’s refined styling, size and proportions contributed a lot to its success since its launch in 2006.Compared to the previous-generation CR-V, the 2012 model takes on a more aggressive and aerodynamic stance with deeper sculpting of the bodylines and a bolder front fascia. The front bumper’s smooth-flowing lines are highlighted by a horizontal three-bar grille and deeply set multi-reflector headlights.The lower front bumper wraps smartly upward to convey SUV capability with a generous approach angle, while the lower front bumper design with fog lights (only for EX & EX-Leather grades) now integrates more smoothly with the fascia for improved aerodynamics.The CR-V’s signature vertical rear brake lights have a more three-dimensional style that further compliments the design and aerodynamics of the vehicle. The CR-V’s large alloy wheels (17” for LX grade and 18” for EX & EX-leather grade) and bold fender flares emphasise the vehicle’s dynamic presence and capability. Adding to the sleekness of exterior styling is the shark fin antenna.The Honda CR-V offers a modest increase in passenger and cargo volume. It also offers a more car-like driving position compared to the previous generation CR-V. Inside the CR-V, every tactile surface viz, interior door handles, steering wheel, etc. are designed to be pleasing to the touch - and easy to operate.Fabric upholstery is standard in the LX grade, while the EX has upgraded fabric with a suede-like feel. The EX-leather grade has standard leather upholstery.The new models are priced between QR104,000 and QR 124,000.