Canadians love their small cars Mar 4, 2009
Some of the growth has come from the increased popularity of car-based compact SUVs such as the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson and Ford Escape. They now account for 13. (Globe and Mail)
Four-wheel forte Feb 20, 2009
It's a little less sophisticated than rivals such as the Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4, but the Grand Vitara has its own charms ... Alternatives: Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Chevrolet Equinox, Pontiac Torrent, Nissan Rogue, Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, Jeep Compass, Hyundai Santa Fe, Volkswagen Tiguan. (Globe and Mail)
NADAguides.com Announces Top Five Most Researched Car Brands of 2008 Feb 20, 2009
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Which Used Cars are Worth the Most? Least? Feb 8, 2009
Toyota Tacoma Crew Cab Toyota Prius Hatchback MINI Cooper Hatchback Toyota Tacoma Extended Cab Porsche Carr 00002A92 era GT Convertible Toyota Tacoma Regular Cab Honda CR-V SUV Honda Insight Hatchback Scion XA Hatchback Acura TSX Sedan. Lowest resale value for a 2004 model. (KWTX.com, TX)
Monster Truck Feb 8, 2009
With Japanese companies building more trucks that aren't subject to the 25 percent tariff, Ford now has to compete against the likes of the Toyota Tundra pickup and the Honda CR-V crossover SUV. Cole, the Center for Automotive Research chairman, says that repurchase rates for pickups at one time ran as high as 60 percent. According to R.L. Polk's , the leading full-size pickup came in at a mere 33 percentand that was the Chevy Silverado, not the F-150. (Slate)
U.S. car sales plunge 37%; automakers blame tight credit Feb 8, 2009
By Sharon Silke Carty, USA TODAY DETROIT Auto sales in the U.S. took an unsettling drop of 37. 1% in January, compared with January 2008, falling to a 28-year low. (USA Today -- Autos)
Mitsubishi's Outstanding Outlander Mar 24, 2008
The Bottom Line: A strong rival to the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. Up Front. (BusinessWeek)
Veracruz Earns Winter Vehicle Award From NEMPA Mar 18, 2008
In addition to the Buick Enclave, other vehicles tested in the All Weather SUV -- $25,000-$35,000 segment included the Acura RDX, Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Trailblazer, Ford Edge, Ford Escape, Ford Explorer, GMC Acadia, Honda CR-V, Honda Pilot, Infiniti EX35, Land Rover LR2, Mazda CX-7, Mazda CX-9, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, Mercury Mountaineer, Mitsubishi Endeavor, Mitsubishi Outlander, Nissan Murano, Pontiac Torrent, Saturn Outlook, Saturn Vue, Subaru Tribeca, Suzuki XL7 and Toyota... (PR Newswire)
Tested: SEAT Ibiza 1.4 Mar 18, 2008
6 TREND HONDA CR-V 2. 2 I-CTDI SEAT IBIZA 1. (iAfrica.com)
Complete List Mar 6, 2008
Acura Integra Acura MDX Acura RL Acura RSX Acura TL Acura TSX BMW M3 Buick LaCrosse Honda Accord Honda Civic Honda Civic Hybrid Honda CR-V Honda Element Honda Odyssey Honda Pilot Honda S2000 Infiniti FX Infiniti G20 Infiniti G35 Infiniti I30, I35 Infiniti QX4 Lexus ES Lexus ES Lexus GS (RWD) Lexus GX Lexus IS Lexus LS Lexus RX Lexus SC Lincoln Continental Lincoln Town Car Mazda Millenia Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda Proteg; Mazda3 Mitsubishi Endeavor Mitsubishi Outlander Nissan Altima Nissan Maxima... (NBC4.tv, CA)
Mazda's Sweet Little CX-7 Feb 25, 2008
For instance, the rating is 20/26 for an all-wheel-drive Honda CR-V, and 21/26 for an all-wheel-drive Nissan Rogue. Even with a V6 engine, a four-wheel-drive Toyota Rav4 is rated at 19/26. (BusinessWeek)
Driving Force Feb 23, 2008
The RDX is the luxury sibling of the highly successful Honda CR-V. But the same basic package that works so well as a Honda disappoints as an Acura. One reason: Acura's decision to substitute a turbocharged 240-horsepower, four-cylinder motor for a six-cylinder. (SmartMoney)
Honda CR-V 2L: Smaller engine, yet zippy Feb 17, 2008
There are no perceptible compromises in the new two-litre Honda CR-V. On the contrary, it is more practical, more economical and a more fun car to drive than the existing 2. 4-litre version. (Business Line)
Super-CR-V spreads its wings Feb 12, 2008
FULL THROTTLE Subscribe to our. MOTORSPORT CALENDAR See what's happening and when. (iAfrica.com)
Rose blooms late Feb 9, 2008
By The Daily Reflector. Saturday, February 09, 2008. (The Daily Reflector)
Go ahead and hop that curb: Liberty's got off-road cred Feb 1, 2008
If you're leaning toward a Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4, don't bother with a Liberty ... About 1 inch shorter, 1 inch wider, 4 inches taller, 600 pounds heavier than No. 1-seller Honda CR-V. Liberty is 176. (USA Today -- Autos)
Better late than never| Jan 31, 2008
0 VX 2006 SUBARU FORESTER KIA SPORTAGE MORE FAST IMPRESSIONS HONDA CR-V 2 ... 3 MULTIJET DYNAMIC 5-DOOR VOLKSWAGEN CROSSPOLO HUMMER H3 ADVENTURE AT HONDA CR-V 2. (iAfrica.com)
Take time to be healthy Jan 27, 2008
By The Daily Reflector. Sunday, January 27, 2008. (The Daily Reflector)
C-Class Merc named 'Car of the year' Jan 22, 2008
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Mercedes wins mag's car crown Jan 22, 2008
Other models tested included the Audi A5, BMW M3, BMW X5, Honda CR-V, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan X-Trail and the Subaru Impreza. AAP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Mercedes Benz C-class wins Wheels award Jan 22, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. January 22, 2008 - 9:28PM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
SUVs galore: Bigger is better Jan 14, 2008
First the Chevrolet Captiva, the SUV is being launched to take on the Honda CR-V and Mitsubishi Pajero and with a price tag of under Rupees 18 lakh, it is a bit easier on the pocket. Those who are driving GM cars swear by the company's brilliance. (NDTV.com)
Companies ready to meet customers needs Jan 14, 2008
The new Honda CR-V, launched in March last year, offers premium sedan driving experience in a sports utility vehicle. The external emotional design, coupled with better control and improved ride comfort, was very well received, resulting in healthy sales and order book, Fujimoto said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
GM India draws sighs at Auto Expo 2008 Jan 13, 2008
Chevrolet Captiva is priced to compete with Honda CR-V -which is sold at Rs 18. 4 lakh, Pajero - priced at 18. (India Times)
Honda plants in U.S. post record production Jan 11, 2008
The East Liberty had a full year of turning out the Honda CR-V - it began production of the small sport utility vehicle in September 2006 - while the Marysville plant took on Honda's new Acura RDX SUV. The Marysville plant also turns out Honda's flagship Accord, Element light truck and Acura TL luxury sedan. The East Liberty operation also assembles the Civic. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Top of the charts Jan 10, 2008
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Ask the Auto Doctor Jan 5, 2008
Dear Doctor: I own a 2001 Honda CR-V with 104,000 miles. Sometimes when I park it on a slight incline, making sure the steering wheel is straight and set the parking brake, the next morning I have a hard time shifting out of park. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Subaru Forester Dec 28, 2007
And with significantly larger dimensions than at present, the Japanese machine has the Honda CR-V and Suzuki RAV4 in its sights. The newcomer is 75mm longer, 45mm wider and 85mm higher than its predecessor. (AutoExpress)
Looking for cool tech in new cars Dec 27, 2007
When the author went looking for new wheels loaded with tech, she narrowed her search to three contenders: the Honda CR-V (pictured), the Nissan Rogue andthe Toyota RAV4 ... Of course, when you test drive or when you look into the showroom model, its the one with all the bells and whistles, including a very popular feature leather, heated seats and dual climate controls (available on all three models that were serious contenders for my money: the Nissan Rogue, the Toyota RAV4 and the... (MSNBC -- Technology)
Car of the Year finalists named Nov 26, 2007
4 T-Jet Sport Land Rover Freelander TD4 HSE Auto Honda CR-V 2. 2 i-CTDI Lexus LS460 Mazda2 1. (iAfrica.com)
* World Business Quick Take Nov 24, 2007
Confirming the Japanese reputation for reliability, researchers found just three faults per 100 Corollas, compared with five per 100 for the second-placed Honda CR-V. In third place were the Honda HR-V (1999-2005) and the Toyota Celica (2000-2006), both with six faults per 100. The only non-Japanese car in the top 10 was the BMW 3 Series Compact (1994-2001) at sixth. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Honda Siel launches new version of Honda CR-V Nov 7, 2007
NEW DELHI: Leading premium carmaker Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) on Wednesday launched a new version of its sports utility vehicle Honda CR-V priced between Rs 18. 4 lakh and Rs 19. (India Times)
Nissan Rogue: Good value, peppy engine Oct 30, 2007
The Hyundai Tucson, Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 are among the leading compact SUVs. Honda recently redesigned the CR-V and Toyota recently updated the RAV4, and both have posted solid sales. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
GM India eyes engine manufacturing facility Oct 24, 2007
Captiva would be pitted against Honda CR-V and Maruti Suzuki's Grand Vitara which are also sold as CBUs. While a strong manufacturing presence remains at the heart of GM's India strategy, Slym said he would evaluate the company's portfolio and may also get luxury brands like Buick, Cadillac or even the Hummer to India. (Times of India)
Flirtiest Cars For Women Oct 13, 2007
Like the Rav-4, the Honda CR-V is popular with young women because it is a smaller-sized SUV that comes with an affordable price tag of $20,700. "Some single women want to get into the SUV thing," said Nerad. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Final roll call from Frankfurt Sep 22, 2007
Sitting ready to pounce on the likes of the VW Tiguan, Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, this SUV looked very promising. There was also the Verve concept car and the new-look Focus hatch, which made a surprise appearance at the show. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Testing the Tiguan Sep 21, 2007
Now add in some surprisingly luxurious touches at an unexpectedly affordable price and, at least on paper, you've got a product that could challenge the likes of well-established crossovers like the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. But we're not interested in press kits. We want to know how the long-awaited Tiguan fares in real-world situations. (BusinessWeek)
Saturn's Terrific Vue Sep 17, 2007
The Bottom Line: Check it out before buying a Honda CR-V or Toyota Rav4. Up Front. (BusinessWeek)
Police called in over vehicle left parked for days Sep 7, 2007
After several days of futile search for the car's owner, the police were finally called in on Thursday to investigate the deep green Honda CR-V, which had been parked since Aug 29 in the building in Collyer Quay. A police investigation showed that the car belonged to a tenant at Clifford Centre, one of the properties managed by Singapore Land. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Get The Most Out Of Your Car Sep 6, 2007
Consumer Reports recommends: the Honda Civic, the Honda CR-V, the Lexus ES and the Toyota Highlander, among others. Get regular service. (Fox News)
Consumer Reports Finds Maintaining Cars For 200,000 Miles Can Save Owners Thousands of Dollars Aug 31, 2007
Good Bets: Honda Civic, Honda CR-V, Honda Element, Lexus ES, Lexus LS, Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Highlander, Toyota Land Cruiser, Toyota Prius, Toyota RAV4 Bad Bets: BMW 7-Series, Infiniti QX56, Jaguar S-Type, Jaguar X-Type, Mercedes-Benz M-Class (V8), Mercedes-Benz SL, Nissan Armada, Nissan Titan, Volkswagen Touareg, Volvo XC90 (6-cyl. Get Your Car To Go the Distance: For motorists looking to make their car reach 200,000 miles, the October issue of Consumer Reports offers complete advice on how to... (PR Newswire)
SUVs Scoring Better In Rollover Tests Aug 30, 2007
Among the SUVs with a four-star rating are the Ford Edge and Explorer Sport Trac, Hyundai Santa Fe and Veracruz, Jeep Compass, Chevrolet Equinox, Honda CR-V and Volkswagen Touareg. For pickup trucks, 74 of the vehicles from the 2007 model year earned four stars out of 89 pickups rated. (Click2Houston, TX)
Newer SUVs more stable Aug 29, 2007
A full listing for all vehicles can be found at ****Infiniti FX35 Mazda CX-7 Ford Edge Ford Explorer Sport Trac Hyundai Santa Fe Hyundai Veracruz Jeep Compass Chevrolet Equinox Honda CR-V Volkswagen Touareg 4X4 Acura MDX 4X4 and Acura RDX Suzuki XL7 Saturn Outlook Kia Sportage 4x4 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4X2***Chevrolet Suburban Chevrolet Avalanche Toyota FJ Cruiser Honda Element Dodge Nitro Kia Sorento Kia Sportage 4X2 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4X4 Ford Escape. All rights reserved. (News & Observer)
2007 SUVs improve in rollover ratings Aug 29, 2007
Newly tested 2007 SUVs receiving the four-star rating include: Infiniti FX35, Mazda CX-7, Ford Edge and Explorer Sport Trac, Hyundai Santa Fe and Veracruz, Jeep Compass, Chevrolet Equinox, Honda CR-V, Volkswagen Touareg, Acura MDX and RDX, Suzuki XL7, and Saturn Outlook ... Honda CR-V 4X4 and 4X2 versions. (AZCentral -- Business)
Lexus LS tops value and ownership satisfaction rankings Aug 12, 2007
Among Honda products, the top choices were the Acura MDX, among luxury midsize crossovers; the Honda Fit, compact cars; the Honda CR-V, midsize crossovers; and the Honda Odyssey, minivans. On the market, however, the CR-V is considered a compact crossover; Honda's midsize crossover is the Pilot, which is a less expensive version of the Acura MDX.. (Boston Globe)
Winners by vehicle class Aug 10, 2007
BEST BY VEHICLE CLASSSub-compact carWinner: Scion xARunners-up: Hyundai Accent, Chevrolet Aveo Compact carWinner: Honda CivicRunners-up: Toyota Prius, Toyota Corolla Compact Sporty CarWinner: Mazda MiataRunners-up: Mitsubishi Lancer, Toyota Celica Midsize Sporty CarWinner: Chevrolet SSR, Ford Mustang (tie)Runner-up: Toyota Solara Midsize CarWinner: Buick CenturyRunners-up: Buick Regal, Mercury Sable Large CarWinner: Ford Crown VictoriaRunners-up: Mercury Grand Marquis, Buick Park Avenue Compact... (USA Today -- Money)
J.D. Power dependability rankings by vehicle category Aug 10, 2007
Runners-up: Honda CR-V, Honda Element. Midsize MAV. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Buick, Lexus tie for top spot in vehicle dependability study Aug 9, 2007
Compact MAVWinner: Toyota RAV4Runners-up: Honda CR-V, Honda Element. Midsize MAVWinner: Oldsmobile BravadaRunners-up: Buick Rainier, Toyota 4Runner. (USA Today -- Autos)
Chev Captiva: Global warrior Jul 31, 2007
RELATED ARTICLES HONDA CR-V 2. 2 I-CTDI LATEST NEWS TOYOTA RAV4 D-4D TOYOTA RAV4 2. (iAfrica.com)
Little green friends that cut car tax to zero Jul 29, 2007
Sales of new 4x4s are down 5% on last year, while more fuel efficient 4x4s, such as the Honda CR-V, have seen sales soar by as much as 28. Sales of superminis small cars such as the Vauxhall Corsa, Ford Fiesta and Mini are also up by 5. (Times Online)
In smaller SUVs, some see a lower-cost path to luxury Jul 29, 2007
"That could be because the actual price difference is relatively small. At $38,000, the X3 is about $8,000 short of the X5 -- substantially less than the $10,500 gap separating the two in 2004.The $35,000 figure around which compact luxury SUVs start encroaches on a lot of other territory.Ordinary compact SUVs like the Mazda CX-7 and Honda CR-V can approach that range if they're stacked with options, and larger luxury SUVs like the Lexus RX 350 and Lincoln MKX start at just a few thousand... (Boston Globe)
Mariner hybrid redeems Mercury Jul 23, 2007
" she said. "Why didn't we have this one before. It's so much more fun than that Escape. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Pub operator gunned down Jul 22, 2007
Tan Cheng Eng, 47, had just returned from his pub in Perak Road with his wife and was parking his Honda CR-V when the duo approached them at around 4. 50am yesterday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
More foreign cars are showing up in Seoul Jul 16, 2007
But the Honda CR-V is now South Korea's top-selling foreign car, ahead of the Toyota Lexus ES350 sedan. Car buyers in South Korea have been pretty much limited to black, white and dark-colored models. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Sportage offers affordable fun Jul 16, 2007
"Although Japan still dominates the ultracompetitive small-SUV market, prices have been creeping up on the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 over the past few years. So the window of opportunity is open, and Kia's [Sportage], which is a mechanical twin to the Hyundai Tucson, packs a ton of practical features into a sporty package for thousands less.". Featured Advertisers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
SUV Head Restraints Protect Poorly in Crash Tests Jul 4, 2007
The best performers among 2007 SUVs included: Acura MDX and RDX; Lincoln MKX, Ford Edge and Ford Freestyle; Honda CR-V, Element and Pilot; Hyundai Santa Fe; Jeep Grand Cherokee; Kia Sorento; Land Rover LR3; Mercedes M Class; Mitsubishi Outlander; Subaru B9 Tribeca and Forester, and Volvo XC90. SUVs from the 2007 model year rated poorly were: BMW X3 and X5; Buick Rainier, Chevrolet TrailBlazer, GMC Envoy and Isuzu Ascender; Cadillac SRX; Chrysler Pacifica; Dodge Nitro; Ford Explorer and Mercury... (Newsmax)
Report criticizes rear-impact vehicle safety Jul 3, 2007
Models rated good included the Acura MDX and RDX; Ford Edge/Lincoln MKX, Ford Escape and Freestar and Mercury Mariner; Honda CR-V, Element and Pilot; Hyundai Entourage and Santa Fe; Kia Sorento; Jeep Grand Cherokee; Land Rover LR3; Mercedes-Benz M-Class; Mitsubishi Outlander; Subaru B9 Tribeca and Forester; Toyota Tundra; and Volvo XC90. The newly redesigned Tundra was the only pickup truck whose seat/head restraints were rated good. (Newsday -- Business)
SUVs Improve In Rear Crash Tests Jul 3, 2007
Those in the Acura MDX, Honda CR-V, Honda Element, Hyundai Santa Fe, and Kia Sorento improved from their previous ratings of poor to good. Those in the Honda Pilot and Mercedes M class improved from marginal to good. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
SUVs, Minivans, Pickups Flunk Crash Tests Jul 3, 2007
The best performers among 2007 SUVs included: Acura MDX and RDX; Lincoln MKX, Ford Edge and Ford Freestyle; Honda CR-V, Element and Pilot; Hyundai Santa Fe; Jeep Grand Cherokee; Kia Sorento; Land Rover LR3; Mercedes M Class; Mitsubishi Outlander; Subaru B9 Tribeca and Forester, and Volvo XC90. For the complete test results. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Maruti to launch Grand Vitara Jul 2, 2007
The new Grand Vitara will be pitched against SUV brands like Honda CR-V, Ford Endeavour, Hyundai Tucson. RATE THIS ARTICLE. (India Times)
Honda CR-V runs into trouble Jul 1, 2007
The Honda CR-Vs manufactured between 2003 to 2005 have run into trouble abroad in countries such as Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, the Middle East and Central America with customers complaining about fuel smell in the passenger cabin. Besides, 00004000 earlier this year, Honda Motor, US had recalled 81,000 of its 2004 and 2005 Accord sedans because of problems that could cause an airbag-related sensor to fail. (India Times)
Stalled housing market fuels sellers' creativity Jun 26, 2007
Her new package deal includes not only a pool home with an in-law apartment on Ponce De Leon Drive, but also the kitchen appliances, washer, dryer, house warranty, termite bond -- and a 1998 Honda CR-V valued at $5,000. "The furniture is negotiable, and if they want the dog, they can have him, too," Ossi joked. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Test Drive: Subaru's trimmer Tribeca offers agility, comfort Jun 22, 2007
The best-selling SUV used to be Ford Explorer, a traditional, truck-based SUV. Now, Explorer is fourth in SUV sales, behind three crossovers: Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and Ford Escape. So here comes the significantly updated Tribeca into the milieu. (USA Today -- Money)
Smooth cruiser Jun 22, 2007
Pricing: Honda CR-V 2. 2 i-CTDi: R326 900. (iAfrica.com)
Gunman and victim in hotel stay Jun 19, 2007
The Punt Hill complex is across the road from where a Honda CR-V, which matched the description and number plate of a vehicle police suspected Hudson was driving, was found, 100 metres from the Melbourne East police station ... Truck driver Geoff Millard, 34, reported the Honda CR-V to police after discovering the number plate matched that of the car police were hunting. (The Age, Australia)
