| Resale Range: |
$16,758 - $22,484 | More Details |
| Value Rating: |
 Excellent |
| Fuel Economy: |
20 MPG city / 27 MPG highway |
| Bodystyles: |
SUV |
| Engines: |
2.4L L4
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About the Honda CR-V
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Once funky and cute, the Honda CR-V has grown up to look more like a high-dollar crossover. This latest-generation CR-V, completely redesigned and re-engineered for the 2007 model year, is more powerful and more comfortable than the previous-generation models. Its new suspension geometry delivers an improved ride and better, more responsive handling. The four-cylinder engine employs variable intake valve timing to optimize horsepower and torque for acceleration and cruising speeds and it's paired with a five-speed automatic transmission. Compared with the previous-generation CR-V, there's slightly more room in the front seat and (in most dimensions) slightly less room in the rear. There's marginally more cargo room. Everything by way of instruments, controls and storage is, respectively, logically arrayed, properly placed, and reasonably plentiful. Buyers choose from three models: the basic LX, mid-range EX, or leather-upholstered EX-L, which can be fitted with an optional navigation system that incorporates a rearview video camera for safe and easy backing. All have four doors and seat five.Click here to read more
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EXPERT REVIEWS & RATINGS
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Quick Test: 2008 Honda CR-V EX
The stylistic melting that's transformed the bodywork's old right angles into French curves probably helps aerodynamics, but it doesn't benefit many aspects of the CR-V's usability. The parabolicly-shaped side glazing slightly impedes over-the-shoulder glances at adjacent-lane traffic. It also requires taller rear passengers to dip their head getting in and out. And, unfortunately, while the CR-V's rear cargo portal has become rounder, the boxed stuff you get from Home Depot is still as rectangular as ever. On the other hand, the CR-V's crowded with amenities, from always one more cupholder than you could possibly ever need to reclining rear seats.
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Crossover Comparison: 2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 2008 Saturn VUE vs. 2009 Subaru F...
Quality construction and a handsome interior don't trump a busy ride and soupy handling. Third place goes to the CR-V, largely on the strength of its handsome interior. Smacks of a one-trick pony, but this is a really nice interior-and let's face it, that's where we spend our driving time, right? As with all Hondas, everything about the CR-V feels like it's built to tolerances alien to the hands of slapdash humans. |
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2008 Honda CR-V Photo Gallery
For 2008, the CR-V builds on its premium style and refinement by further enhancing the CR-V EX-L with upgraded and additional features. A new dual-zone automatic climate control system and a driver's seat with eight-way power adjustment and power lumbar support have been added to the CR-V EX-L, replacing the manual controls. Additionally, all CR-V EX-L models are equipped with the premium audio system that was previously exclusive to models equipped with the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation SystemTM.
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2008 Honda CR-V Review
The Honda CR-V is probably the best vehicle in this class. Its interior is packaged the best, with seats that fold down to provide a completely flat cargo area. Real Time all-wheel drive is offered on all three models. The 2008 fuel economy figures from the U.S. government's EPA rate the front-wheel-drive CR-V at 20/27 miles per gallon City/Highway, and the all-wheel-drive version at 20/26 mpg. |
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