What brand of speakers does the Honda CRV use?
The brand of speakers in the Honda CR-V varies by model year and trim. In most recent US-market models, Honda Marketplace often labels the installed system as the Honda Premium Audio System, with higher trims sometimes featuring an enhanced or branded premium option depending on the year and market.
This article explains how to determine the speaker branding for a specific CR-V you’re looking at, and what to expect across different trims and years. Since branding can shift with updates or regional offerings, the exact name you see may differ from one vehicle to another.
Branding by trim and year (US market)
The following overview reflects common patterns, but exact branding can vary. Always verify with the dealer or the vehicle’s documentation for a given year and trim.
- LX and EX trims: Typically come with a standard or upgraded Honda audio system, usually described as the Honda Premium Audio System in marketing materials. The number of speakers tends to be modest (6–8) and branding is usually Honda’s own rather than a third-party brand.
- EX-L trim: Often includes a more robust Honda Premium Audio System, with additional speakers and higher output, still branded as Honda Premium Audio in official documentation. Some markets may feature a more expansive setup.
- Touring and higher trims: May offer the most advanced Honda audio configuration, sometimes marketed as a premium or upgraded system within Honda’s lineup. In some years or regions, a third-party branded system could be included if specified in the brochure or window sticker.
In short, the default approach across most recent CR-Vs is an in-house Honda audio system branded as Honda Premium Audio, with improvements at higher trims. A third-party brand like Bose or JBL is not typically standard, but can appear in certain markets or model years depending on the official specifications for that vehicle.
How to verify the brand on your CR-V
To confirm the exact speaker branding on a specific CR-V, use these steps. This will help you avoid relying on general assumptions about a given year or trim.
- Check the window sticker or Monroney label for the exact audio system name listed with the vehicle’s specifications.
- Consult the owner’s manual or the official Honda brochure for the model year to confirm the audio system branding and speaker count.
- Review the infotainment system’s About or System Info menu, which sometimes displays the brand or system name used by the vehicle.
- Ask the dealer or look up the VIN on Honda’s official site or brochures to verify the specific audio configuration for that exact vehicle.
Verifying via official documentation is the most reliable way to know the speaker branding for a particular CR-V you’re considering or own.
Summary
There isn’t a single universal brand for Honda CR-V speakers. Most recent models use Honda’s own Premium Audio System, with higher trims offering upgraded configurations. In some markets or model years, a branded premium system from a third party may be included. For absolute accuracy, check the window sticker, owner's manual, or consult the dealer for the exact branding on the specific vehicle in question.
