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2007 Honda CR-V News and Views

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#57 of 86 Re: general raves and quibbles? [richk6] by nearmsp

Jan 11, 2007 (6:49 am)

Replying to: richk6 (Jan 10, 2007 8:48 pm)
I test drove a RAV4 limited 4x4 with the options leather package yesterday. I found that the Honda CRV was better in braking, firmer feel. Interior of the CRV is far superior and classy and an equivalent Toyota is more expensive but has extra features such as power seat, dual climate control but no satellite radio. There are lots of RAV4 on the lot and eager dealers compared to spoilt Honda dealers. I booked a CRV in Decembe and is due in mid-march! I am having a hard time reconciling between a Toyota and 07 CR-V EX-L. I was surprised Consumer reports kept CR-V at number 3 spot after the RAV4s. Another important point (I drive 100 miles daily) is that the CRV is more fuel efficient than the RAV4 4Cyl but same as the RAV4 6cyl (on the highway).
CRV has a larger turning radius than the Toyota even for the 17" wheels. I am not sure if the upgraded wheels on the CR-V 07 are the reason for the larger turning radius?

#58 of 86 Re: general raves and quibbles? [nearmsp] by richk6

Jan 11, 2007 (8:10 am)

Replying to: nearmsp (Jan 11, 2007 6:49 am)
I traded an 02 CRV EX. for the 07 EX. My best friend bought an 07 RAV4 limited 4cyl.
 
I absolutely agree about the interior.
 
I think the RAV is a very nice vehicle. The biggest factor for me was the difference in the rear hatch. The 07 CRV hatch opens upward with very small effort, I never liked the door type hatch on my 02 V and the current RAV is the same, with a 17 inch tire attached that partly impedes vision and adds weight when opening.
 
As you mentioned the 07 RAV limited has a few extras which is paid for by a $3000. difference in the MSRP sticker.

#59 of 86 Re: general raves and quibbles? [richk6] by stevedebi

Jan 11, 2007 (11:08 am)

Replying to: richk6 (Jan 10, 2007 8:48 pm)
"Consumer Reports measured the 07 turning circle one foot larger than the 06 CRV. "
 
They should recheck the numbers; the Gen 2 has a 34 ft turning radius, the Gen 3 is almost 38 ft.

#60 of 86 Re: general raves and quibbles? [nearmsp] by lzc

Jan 11, 2007 (11:18 am)

Replying to: nearmsp (Jan 11, 2007 6:49 am)
I believe the RAV4's turning circle advantage applies only to the 4cyl, 16" wheel model. The 6cyl model comes with 17" wheels and the turning diameter jumps 2ft to 36.8ft, close to the CR-V.
 
The change from '06 to '07 seems to be the result of larger wheels.

#61 of 86 Re: general raves and quibbles? [stevedebi] by varmint

Jan 11, 2007 (11:56 am)

Replying to: stevedebi (Jan 11, 2007 11:08 am)
CR takes their own measurements... and of course uses methods no one else in the industry would duplicate.
 
The issue of maneuverability, as presented in the original post, was directed at moving around in tight spaces. I suspect the new CR-V is not as good as the old one in that single regard.
 
Maneuverability in terms of handling at speed is another issue. On that score, the new vehicle is supposed to be even better than previous CR-Vs.

#62 of 86 Re: general raves and quibbles? [varmint] by 101010

Jan 11, 2007 (12:23 pm)

Replying to: varmint (Jan 11, 2007 11:56 am)
It looks like the 07 CRV currently comes with a manual transmission option in the UK (www.honda.co.uk). Granted that Europe in general appreciates manuals more than the US, but what is the speculation that Honda will make the MT available in the US next year on the CRV?

#63 of 86 Re: general raves and quibbles? [101010] by drive62

Jan 13, 2007 (2:30 pm)

Replying to: 101010 (Jan 11, 2007 12:23 pm)
Honda has made changes to transmissions within a mid cycle freshening, i.e 4 speed AT to 5 speed AT but not sure about adding an alternate transmission. Next year would be too soon for any changes anyway as someone pointed out.

#64 of 86 Re: general raves and quibbles? [101010] by robertsmx

Jan 13, 2007 (3:45 pm)

Replying to: 101010 (Jan 11, 2007 12:23 pm)
I suspect that CR-V w/manual did not do well in American market, hence the move otherwise there isn't another reason not to offer it.

#65 of 86 Manual by harvey44

Jan 14, 2007 (12:50 pm)

They'll add the manual in 09 if past models are any indication.

#66 of 86 Re: Manual [harvey44] by drive62

Jan 14, 2007 (3:04 pm)

Replying to: harvey44 (Jan 14, 2007 12:50 pm)
They'll add the manual in 09 if past models are any indication.
 
Please explain in further detail.
 
The previous two generations of the CR-V started with a manual transmission. As I said, changes have been made to existing transmission during a model run but I'd like an example of when a manual was added to a lineup where it didn't exist from the start.

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