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2008 Honda CR-V

2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
  2008 Honda CR-V 2WD 5dr Red 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan S
MSRP
$20,700
$23,200
Invoice $19,272 $21,455
MPG
City/Highway		 20/27 18/26
Rating 7.8 8.4
Bottomline The 2008 Honda CR-V doesn't have hip style or performance on tap, but it has the security, utility, and frugality that many sensible moms want. The 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan aims for the likes of the Honda CR-V and hits a little higher--in price and sophistication.
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Dislikes

Likes:

  • Smooth and refined powertrain
  • One of the safest vehicles of its size and type
  • Attractive yet simple instrument panel and controls
  • Especially frugal on fuel

Dislikes:

  • Transmission reluctant to downshift
  • Styling is ungainly to some eyes
  • Rear pillar obscures rearward vision

Likes:

  • Able turbocharged four-cylinder engine
  • Pert styling, inside and out
  • Good interior room
  • Comfortable front seats

Dislikes:

  • Manual transmission feels a little vague
  • Handling is more SUV than sportscar
  • Price premium over Japanese crossovers
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