| The third generation Honda CR-V was completely | | | | woofer, MP3 jack and satellite radio, heated seats, |
| redesigned for 2007 and targets the women with | | | | multiple power outlets, tilt and cruise and an outside |
| children. Built on the highly esteemed Civic platform | | | | temperature gauge. |
| the small SUV is made even more practical and | | | | The third generation Honda CR-V lacks the V6 but its |
| economical. It has retained and further improved the | | | | 2.4 liter 4 cylinder engine gain additional power that |
| numerous features that make it an ideal vehicle for | | | | reach 166 horsepower with 161lb-ft of torque which |
| hauling groceries and baby errands. | | | | is controlled by a responsive 5-speed automatic |
| The rear doors open to a full 90 degrees that makes | | | | transmission with grade logic control which can be |
| access to the back seats easier. In the rear, the side | | | | further enhance by the addition of a performance |
| opening tailgate was not included in this year's model | | | | Honda part. |
| instead a more convenient overhead unit was built. | | | | The limited power is traded off for EPA mileage |
| And since the third generation Honda CR-V targets | | | | estimates of 22 mpg for city and 28 mpg for |
| the women market, it was given a softer and more | | | | highway. |
| tasteful look which was accomplished with smoother | | | | In addition, the EX-L 4WD has power that flows |
| shapes and a sloping rear end that is complimented | | | | through all four wheels especially to the front but |
| by body colored trim, 17-inch alloy wheels and privacy | | | | reroutes to the rear once loss of traction occurs. The |
| glass equipped on the top-of-the-line 4WD EX-L | | | | strut-based front and multi-link rear suspension |
| model. | | | | increase the responsiveness and driving handling while |
| The interior is also loaded with useful and practical | | | | the four wheel disc brakes with electronic brake |
| features such as the foldable, removable shelf in the | | | | distribution together with the variable assist rack and |
| 35.7 cubic foot cargo hull, fold-flat second-row | | | | pinion steering, a drive by wire throttle and front and |
| seating, a conversation or toddler check mirror, a | | | | rear stabilizer bars support the starts and stops. |
| folding center tray and lots of storage compartments | | | | The third-generation Honda CR-V is also loaded with |
| and cup holders for the driver and the little | | | | standard safety features such as ABS, a |
| occupants. The look and feel of the materials as well | | | | tire-pressure monitoring system, brake assist, front |
| as the controls is unique and sophisticated. | | | | side and curtain airbags, active head restraints, side |
| Other features include a NAV system with a | | | | impact door beams, front and rear crumple zones |
| rearview camera, leather trimmed seats and steering | | | | and remote entry with a theft deterrent system |
| wheel, a crisp sounding stereo with pretty stout sub | | | | that is aside from its strong warranty schedule. |