2010 Honda CR-V: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Honda CR-V undergoes a freshening with more power, updated styling, and revised interior controls. This five-passenger compact SUV is available with front- or all-wheel drive. Trim levels include LX, EX, and EX-L. All have a 180-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine, an increase of 14 hp from the 2007-2009 CR-V. The sole transmission is a 5-speed automatic. Maximum towing capacity is 1500 lb. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. All CR-V models have a rear-bench seat that can slide fore and aft to benefit passenger or cargo space. A power driver seat, leather upholstery, heated front seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control are standard on the EX-L but unavailable otherwise. A navigation system and wireless cell-phone link are available on the EX-L, and versions so equipped are priced as separate models.

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; some offer seating for seven.

Our Best Buys are the Honda CR-V and Volkswagen Tiguan. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, Subaru Forester, Suzuki Grand Vitara, and Toyota RAV4.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, and Mitsubishi Outlander.