2017 Honda CR-V Speaker Sizes
The 2017 Honda CR-V factory audio system includes front door panel and rear door panel locations that accommodate 6.5 inch speakers, alongside front door panel and rear door panel locations that support 1 inch units, while the cargo area accepts an 8 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for a system replacement and upgrade consist of tweeters, midbass, full-range units, and subwoofers.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Area | 8 | Subwoofer |
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| Front Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2017 Honda CR-V Speaker Replacement Summary
5
total positions
5
easy to replace
3
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 5 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 3 Medium: 2 Low: 02017 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 2017 Honda CR-V factory audio configuration includes dedicated 1-inch tweeter positions in both front and rear door panels, indicating a component-style speaker arrangement rather than basic coaxial units in those locations.
- Door panel speaker positions accommodate 6.5-inch drivers compatible with either midbass or full-range configurations, providing flexibility when selecting replacement components based on whether separate tweeters will be retained or integrated coaxial speakers preferred.
- The cargo area houses an 8-inch subwoofer position, suggesting Honda engineered a factory system with low-frequency reinforcement separate from the door-mounted speakers.
- Upgrading the 6.5-inch door speakers may yield noticeable midrange and vocal clarity improvements, particularly when paired with the existing 1-inch tweeter locations if component speakers are selected.
- Replacing the cargo area subwoofer could enhance bass response without requiring custom enclosure fabrication, as the factory position already provides dedicated low-frequency output space.
- The dual-size head unit compatibility (Single DIN and Double DIN) indicates the dashboard can accommodate either a standard-height or double-height aftermarket receiver without modification.
- Component speaker installations that utilize both the 1-inch tweeter and 6.5-inch midbass locations may provide superior soundstage and frequency separation compared to coaxial replacements in the 6.5-inch positions alone.
- Aftermarket speaker selection might prioritize the front door positions, as these typically contribute more directly to the listening experience than rear speakers in most vehicle audio configurations.