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2007 Honda CR-V Full Review
Date Published: 4/08/08
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2007 Honda CR-V Review
Honda redesigns its compact SUV for 2007, giving it freshened styling but retaining a 4-cyl engine and five-passenger seating. The '07 CR-V is 3 inches shorter overall than the 2002-2006 generation, but wheelbase and interior dimensions are virtually unchanged. Available models are LX, EX, and top-line EX-L with leather upholstery. All offer front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive that lacks low-range gearing. CR-V's 2.4-liter engine gains 10 hp, to 166, for 2007. A 5-speed automatic is the sole transmission; manual transmission is no longer offered. Traction/antiskid control is standard. So are front side airbags and curtain side airbags with rollover deployment. A liftgate without opening glass replaces previous models' swing-out cargo door. Wheel size goes to 17 inches from 16. A sunroof is standard on EX and EX-L. A navigation system is available on EX-L.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Among utility vehicles, Compact SUVs are typically the least costly and offer the best fuel economy. Most utilize a car-type chassis and are not designed for heavy-duty, off-road use. Nearly all are five-passenger vehicles.
Our Best Buys include the Honda CR-V and Suzuki Grand Vitara. Our Recommended picks are the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, and Toyota RAV4.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Acura RDX, Honda CR-V, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot and Wrangler; and Mitsubishi Outlander.
Our Best Buys include the Honda CR-V and Suzuki Grand Vitara. Our Recommended picks are the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, and Toyota RAV4.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Acura RDX, Honda CR-V, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot and Wrangler; and Mitsubishi Outlander.
News
The new CR-V may eventually add an optional 4-cyl "clean diesel" engine as one of several diesel-powered Hondas promised by 2009. We emphasize "may," as Honda has yet to announce specific models, though the CR-V would seem a good candidate for a diesel's much higher fuel thrift versus a comparable gasoline engine. Keep checking back with us for further news.
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2007 Honda CR-V Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Passenger and cargo room | Road and wind noise |
| Maneuverability | |
| Build quality | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Adequate around town. Highway passing takes planning, and engine strains going up hills. Test 2WD did 8.8 sec 0-60 mph. No noticeable difference between 2WD and AWD versions. Transmission shifts are smooth, alert.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4.6 |
Adequate around town. Highway passing takes planning, and engine strains going up hills. Test 2WD did 8.8 sec 0-60 mph. No noticeable difference between 2WD and AWD versions. Transmission shifts are smooth, alert.
Fuel Economy
Test 2WD versions averaged 21.0-24.0 mpg in mostly highway driving, 19.0 with more city work that included gas-eating acceleration runs. Test AWD averaged 23.1 mpg in mostly highway driving. CR-V uses regular fuel.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Test 2WD versions averaged 21.0-24.0 mpg in mostly highway driving, 19.0 with more city work that included gas-eating acceleration runs. Test AWD averaged 23.1 mpg in mostly highway driving. CR-V uses regular fuel.
Ride Quality
Generally carlike on most road surfaces. Suspension absorbs most imperfections with minimal float, wallow, though some bumps register sharply.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
Generally carlike on most road surfaces. Suspension absorbs most imperfections with minimal float, wallow, though some bumps register sharply.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Compact car maneuverable. Body lean in fast turns well-checked, but CR-V susceptible wander in bumpy turns and gusty crosswinds. Brakes provide good stopping control, adequate pedal feel. Test 2WD model coped poorly with 3 inches of fresh snow.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4.8 |
Compact car maneuverable. Body lean in fast turns well-checked, but CR-V susceptible wander in bumpy turns and gusty crosswinds. Brakes provide good stopping control, adequate pedal feel. Test 2WD model coped poorly with 3 inches of fresh snow.
Quietness
Engine noise intrudes during acceleration. Tire noise noticeable on most road surfaces but doesn't annoy. High-speed wind noise marked even in calm conditions.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4.5 |
Engine noise intrudes during acceleration. Tire noise noticeable on most road surfaces but doesn't annoy. High-speed wind noise marked even in calm conditions.
Controls
Large, clear instrumentation. Controls easy to reach. However, some testers say small buttons make radio operation difficult with or without navigation system. Navigation absorbs too many audio functions, takes time to master, but its touch screen and programming via predetermined voice commands helps. Hard plastics abound in cabin, but none look cheap and interior is assembled with care. One test model suffered from a squeak near the driver seat.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5.6 |
Large, clear instrumentation. Controls easy to reach. However, some testers say small buttons make radio operation difficult with or without navigation system. Navigation absorbs too many audio functions, takes time to master, but its touch screen and programming via predetermined voice commands helps. Hard plastics abound in cabin, but none look cheap and interior is assembled with care. One test model suffered from a squeak near the driver seat.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Plenty of head and leg room. Comfortable take-charge driving stance, aided by standard tilt/telescope steering wheel, generous fore/aft, up/down seat travel. Seats well-bolstered, though some occupants will wish for a longer bottom cushion. Note that a power driver seat is unavailable, even on top-line EX-L model.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6.1 |
Plenty of head and leg room. Comfortable take-charge driving stance, aided by standard tilt/telescope steering wheel, generous fore/aft, up/down seat travel. Seats well-bolstered, though some occupants will wish for a longer bottom cushion. Note that a power driver seat is unavailable, even on top-line EX-L model.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Supportive seat has reclining backrest and slides fore/aft to increase leg room. Space for legs and knees is plentiful as long as rear seats are in the furthest aft position. Ample head room, though cabin too narrow for large adults to be comfortable. Rear seats can accommodate two child safety seats, a bonus for parents. Entry/exit tricky despite wide-opening doors.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4.8 |
Supportive seat has reclining backrest and slides fore/aft to increase leg room. Space for legs and knees is plentiful as long as rear seats are in the furthest aft position. Ample head room, though cabin too narrow for large adults to be comfortable. Rear seats can accommodate two child safety seats, a bonus for parents. Entry/exit tricky despite wide-opening doors.
Cargo Room
Generous cargo space even with rear seat up. It flips/folds flat with the cargo floor in a 40/20/40 configuration for flexible hauling. Liftgate more convenient, easier to open than previous models' side-hinged cargo door. Good interior storage includes dual gloveboxes. EX-L models offer center console storage. Other versions have a flip-up tray between the front seats.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7.2 |
Generous cargo space even with rear seat up. It flips/folds flat with the cargo floor in a 40/20/40 configuration for flexible hauling. Liftgate more convenient, easier to open than previous models' side-hinged cargo door. Good interior storage includes dual gloveboxes. EX-L models offer center console storage. Other versions have a flip-up tray between the front seats.
Value within Class
It's still not the most powerful compact SUV, but the redesigned 2007 CR-V continues to excel for its "just right" blend of comfort, refinement, and cargo versatility. Standard traction/antiskid control on all models and Honda's reputation for reliability and resale value further bolster its Best Buy appeal.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 9 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 5.5 |
It's still not the most powerful compact SUV, but the redesigned 2007 CR-V continues to excel for its "just right" blend of comfort, refinement, and cargo versatility. Standard traction/antiskid control on all models and Honda's reputation for reliability and resale value further bolster its Best Buy appeal.
Total Score
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 60 | 60 | 60 | 57 | 53.1 |
Scores for all Compact Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 36 | |
| Average Score | 53 | |
| High Score | 60 |
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2007 Honda CR-V Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 02/01/2007
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| 2WD LX 4-door wagon | $20,600 | $19,184 | $595 |
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| AWD LX 4-door wagon | $21,800 | $20,277 | $595 |
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| 2WD EX 4-door wagon | $22,850 | $21,251 | $595 |
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| AWD EX 4-door wagon | $24,050 | $22,364 | $595 |
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| 2WD EX-L 4-door wagon | $24,800 | $23,060 | $595 |
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| 2WD EX-L 4-door wagon w/navigation | $26,800 | $24,914 | $595 |
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| AWD EX-L 4-door wagon | $26,000 | $24,172 | $595 |
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| AWD EX-L 4-door wagon w/navigation | $28,000 | $26,027 | $595 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
LX
Powertrain
2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed automatic transmission, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, curtain side airbags w/rollover deployment, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, brake assist, antiskid system, tire-pressure monitor, front-seat active head restraints, daytime running lights.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning, interior air filter, power steering, tilt/telescope steering wheel, cruise control, cloth upholstery, front bucket seats w/driver-seat height adjustment, center tray, cupholders, split folding rear seat w/pass-through, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, digital-media player connection, digital clock, tachometer, trip computer, intermittent wipers, visor mirrors, map lights, conversation mirror, rear defogger, intermittent rear wiper/washer, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, 225/65R17 tires, AWD models add: all-wheel drive.
EX adds to LX:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Power sunroof, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, steering wheel radio controls, outside-temperature indicator, variable-intermittent wipers.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Rear privacy glass, alloy wheels.
EX-L adds to EX:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Leather upholstery, heated front seats, center console, leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated power mirrors, center-console-mounted 6-disc CD/MP3 changer (navigation), satellite radio.
Optional Equipment
No factory options.
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2007 Honda CR-V Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Honda CR-V 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 103.1 |
| Overall Length, in. | 178.0 |
| Overall Width, in. | 71.6 |
| Overall Height, in. | 66.1 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 3501 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 72.9 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 15.3 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 40.9 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 41.3 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.6 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 38.5 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc I4 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 2.4 /144 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 166 @ 5800 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 161 @ 4200 |
| Availability | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed automatic | 22/28 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Honda CR-V 4-door wagon |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 5/60,000 | 8/80,000 on Civic and Accord Hybrid battery packs. |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | None/-- | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
Japan, USA
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
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