2009 Honda CR-V Speaker Sizes

The 2009 Honda CR-V factory audio system includes specific mounting locations that accept various components. Specifically, dashboard and front door panel locations accommodate 6.5 inch speakers, while rear door panel locations accept a 1 inch speaker size. Furthermore, compatible types for replacement or upgrade installations consist of tweeters, midbass, and full-range units.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Dashboard 1 Tweeter
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Dashboard 1.5 Tweeter
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2009 Honda CR-V Speaker Replacement Summary

4 total positions
2 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 2 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 3 Low: 0

2009 Honda CR-V Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2009 Honda CR-V includes dashboard tweeters in two different sizes, with options for either 1-inch or 1.5-inch units depending on the trim level or factory configuration.
  • Both front and rear door panels accommodate 6.5-inch speakers, which can accept either midbass drivers or full-range speakers depending on whether the system uses separate tweeters.
  • Replacing the door panel speakers may take priority over dashboard tweeter upgrades, as the 6.5-inch drivers handle the majority of the frequency spectrum and contribute more significantly to overall sound output.
  • Component speaker systems with separate tweeters and midbass drivers could utilize the existing dashboard tweeter locations while installing dedicated midbass drivers in the door panels.
  • Full-range 6.5-inch speakers represent a simpler upgrade path, as they eliminate the need for separate dashboard tweeters and can provide improved sound quality over factory speakers without additional component installation.
  • The dual dashboard tweeter size compatibility in the 2009 Honda CR-V suggests that different factory audio packages may have been offered, requiring verification of the existing speaker size before selecting replacements.
  • Aftermarket component systems typically provide better high-frequency response and stereo imaging compared to full-range speakers, particularly when paired with the dashboard-mounted tweeters at ear level.