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2009 Honda CR-V Features Review

July 4, 2009

FEATURES | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

no vents in back to cool off the little ones
MotherProof

the CR-V's dual-dial dash is an easy read
Kelley Blue Book

lots of standard safety and convenience features
ConsumerGuide

Editors at TheCarConnection.com are impressed by the standard and optional features lists for the 2009 Honda CR-V.

The 2009 Honda CR-V comes in three trim levels: LX, EX, and EX-L. Most features are tied to the trim level chosen. Standard equipment on the LX trim includes cruise control, keyless entry, power locks/windows/mirrors, a tilt-telescope steering wheel, and an AM/FM/CD player with an auxiliary jack, Edmunds reports. The EX adds a sunroof, steering-wheel audio controls, and a six-CD changer. ConsumerGuide points out that the EX-L adds "dual-zone automatic climate controls, leather upholstery, heated front seats, 8-way power driver seat, center console, leather-wrapped steering wheel, [and] heated power mirrors." Other EX-L features include satellite radio and a rearview camera.

The only option, Edmunds adds, is a navigation system that includes a rearview camera and a slot for digital cards for music playback. ConsumerGuide sums it up, noting that the 2009 Honda CR-V offers "lots of standard safety and convenience features."

Vehicle controls in the 2009 Honda CR-V are very user-friendly, according to Kelley Blue Book: "the CR-V's dual-dial dash is an easy read, controls and switchgear are all within arm's reach and simple to operate."

Cars.com notes "the moonroof in the LX model seemed small, even for a compact vehicle." The air-conditioning system catches flak from MotherProof, which reports it "couldn't fully combat a Southern California heat wave, especially considering there are no vents in back to cool off the little ones."

Conclusion

The 2009 Honda CR-V offers plenty of features to suit most needs, although to get some of the most desirable options, you'll have to step up to an expensive EX-L.

FEATURES | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:no vents in back to cool off the little onesMotherProofthe CR-V's dual-dial dash is an easy readKelley Blue Booklots of standard safety and convenience featuresConsumerGuide Editors at TheCarConnection.com are impressed by the standard and optional features lists for the 2009 Honda CR-V. The 2009 Honda CR-V comes in three trim levels: LX, EX, and EX-L. Most features are tied to the trim level chosen. Standard equipment on the LX trim includes cruise control, keyless entry, power locks/windows/mirrors, a tilt-telescope steering wheel, and an AM/FM/CD player with an auxiliary jack, Edmunds reports. The EX adds a sunroof, steering-wheel audio controls, and a six-CD changer. ConsumerGuide points out that the EX-L adds "dual-zone automatic climate controls, leather upholstery, heated front seats, 8-way power driver seat, center console, leather-wrapped steering wheel, [and] heated power mirrors." Other EX-L features include satellite radio and a rearview camera. The only option, Edmunds adds, is a navigation system that includes a rearview camera and a slot for digital cards for music playback. ConsumerGuide sums it up, noting that the 2009 Honda CR-V offers "lots of standard safety and convenience features." Vehicle controls in the 2009 Honda CR-V are very user-friendly, according to Kelley Blue Book: "the CR-V's dual-dial dash is an easy read, controls and switchgear are all within arm's reach and simple to operate." Cars.com notes "the moonroof in the LX model seemed small, even for a compact vehicle." The air-conditioning system catches flak from MotherProof, which reports it "couldn't fully combat a Southern California heat wave, especially considering there are no vents in back to cool off the little ones." ConclusionThe 2009 Honda CR-V offers plenty of features to suit most needs, although to get some of the most desirable options, you'll have to step up to an expensive EX-L. 2009 HONDA CR-V STYLING | [7 out of 10] ConsumerGuide: "hard plastics abound in the cabin, but none look cheap" MotherProof: "I started to feel good just contemplating it" Motor Trend: "it's more jelly-bean-shaped" Cars.com: "has an underbite" The exterior of the 2009 Honda CR-V is ...

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Other Choices:

The 2009 Honda CR-V, along with most of these rivals, offer city-friendly maneuverability, a carlike ride, and reasonably good fuel efficiency. The Toyota RAV4 provides a plusher ride, and it's the only one in this crowd with an available third-row seat. Unlike several competitors to the Honda CR-V, including the Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage, the RAV4's steering wheel tilts and telescopes. The Subaru Forester feels a bit sportier than the rest, and it comes with standard all-wheel drive. If you want a manual transmission, you'll need to look to the Sportage, Tucson, or Forester.

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