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Pros

The 2008 Honda CR-V boasts impressive ride and handling characteristics, along with a quiet, comfortable interior. Available all-wheel drive provides confidence in inclement weather, and cargo capacity is outstanding. The CR-V's four-cylinder powertrain is impressively smooth.

Model Highlights

A 2.4L four-cylinder engine and five-speed automatic transmission is the only powertrain combination offered on the 2008 Honda CR-V. The engine makes 166 horsepower and 161 lb-ft of torque. A drive-by-wire throttle control matches with the transmission for better drivability on hills. Front-wheel drive is standard on the CR-V; the optional Real Time 4WD system is tuned for on-road driving, with power going to the front wheels during most driving but with some sent to the rear wheels as needed on slippery surfaces. With a four-wheel independent suspension (MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link setup in back), plus a rigid body structure, the CR-V has good handling for its class. The interior has several storage compartments and numerous clever features, such as a retractable center tray table, dual gloveboxes, and various cup holders. Two rows of seating can accommodate five passengers. Three trim levels are available: LX, EX, and EX-L. There's no stripped-down base model; the LX includes a wide range of standard equipment like air conditioning, a CD sound system with MP3 compatibility and auxiliary input jack, tilt/telescopic steering adjustment, and power windows, locks, and mirrors. The EX adds a moonroof, chrome trim, a dual-deck cargo shelf, upgraded audio with six speakers and a six-disc changer, among other additional equipment, while the top EX-L brings leather upholstery and a top audio system that has XM satellite radio compatibility and a subwoofer. A navigation system with voice recognition and a rear-view camera is available only on the EX-L. On EX and EX-L models, a dual-deck cargo shelf can hold up to 20 pounds of cargo on top while leaving space for full-size grocery bags on the bottom. The back seat is split 60/40 and can fold forward as needed to expand the cargo floor. The CR-V adopts Honda's ACE Body Structure, which improves frontal crash performance and allows better crash compatibility with vehicles of varying sizes. Front-seat side air bags and full-length side-curtain bags are standard on all CR-Vs, along with active head restraints. Vehicle Stability Assist and four-channel anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution are standard on all CR-V models as well.

Model News

Honda's compact, carlike CR-V sport-utility vehicle was completely redesigned for 2007, and thus remains mostly unchanged for the 2008 model year. The EX-L trim now includes dual-zone air conditioning a premium audio package, as well as an eight-way power driver's seat.

Value Writeup

Versatile, nice interior; loads of cargo space; impressive gas mileage; lots of safety features.

Exterior

  • Chrome accent grille
  • Chrome rear license trim
  • Chrome window trim
  • Daytime running lights
  • Folding pwr mirrors
  • Full-length taillights
  • Heat-rejecting green-tinted glass
  • Multi-reflector halogen headlamps
  • One-touch pwr moonroof w/tilt feature
  • Rear intermittent wiper w/washer
  • Rear privacy glass
  • Variable intermittent windshield wipers

Safety

  • (3) rear 3-point seat belts
  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/electronic brake distribution (EBD)
  • Brake assist
  • Childproof rear door locks
  • Daytime running lights
  • Dual-stage, dual-threshold front airbags
  • Front 3-point seat belts-inc: automatic tensioning system, adjustable anchors
  • Front side-impact airbags w/passenger side occupant position detection system
  • Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
  • Side curtain airbags w/rollover sensor
  • Side-impact door beams
  • Vehicle stability assist (VSA) w/traction control

Paint

InvoiceMSRP
STANDARD PAINT --

DEALER INSTALLED OPTIONS

InvoiceMSRP
FIRST AID KIT (DIO) -$30
CARGO NET (DIO) -$50
CHROME EXHAUST FINISHER (DIO) -$51
WHEEL LOCKS (DIO) -$55
FRONT SPLASH GUARDS (DIO) -$64
COLOR-MATCHED DOOR-EDGE GUARDS (DIO) -$70
REAR ARMREST TRAY (DIO) -$78
LEATHER STEERING WHEEL COVER (DIO) -$81
CARGO TRAY (DIO) -$107
ALL-SEASON FLOOR MATS (DIO) -$142
SNOWBOARD ATTACHMENT (DIO) *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY* -$142
HOOD AIR DEFLECTOR (DIO) -$152
MOONROOF VISOR (DIO) -$152
DOOR VISORS (DIO) -$184
BODY SIDE MOLDING (DIO) -$234
CARGO AREA COVER (DIO) -$240
WOOD-LOOK TRIM KIT (DIO) -$281
ROOF RACK (DIO) -$295
TAILGATE SPOILER (DIO) -$295
AUTO-DIMMING DAY/NIGHT REARVIEW MIRROR W/COMPASS (DIO) -$322
FOG LIGHTS (DIO) -$325
SURFBOARD ATTACHMENT (DIO) -$372
BIKE ATTACHMENT (DIO) -$433
SKI ATTACHMENT (DIO) -$437
BASS SPEAKER SYSTEM (DIO) -$449
KAYAK ATTACHMENT (DIO) -$468
BLACK SIDE STEPS (DIO) -$478
RUNNING BOARDS (DIO) -$478
CLASS I TRAILER HITCH (DIO) -$484
REMOTE START SYSTEM (DIO) -$509
BACKUP SENSORS (DIO) -$528
CHROME SIDE STEPS (DIO) -$662
SHORT ROOF BOX (DIO) -$678
LUGGAGE BASKET (DIO) -$698
PORTABLE NAVIGATION SYSTEM -inc: MP3 playback (DIO) -$710
17" 5-SPOKE CHROME-LOOK ALLOY WHEELS (DIO) -$1,708

Transmission

Clutch Size (in) 
DrivetrainFront Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)0.57
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)4.50
First Gear Ratio (:1)2.79
Fourth Gear Rato (:1)0.77
Reverse Ratio (:1)2.00
Second Gear Ratio (:1)1.61
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.08
Trans Description Cont.Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again 
Trans Order Code 
Trans Type5

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs)3415

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)7.5

Engine

Displacement2.4L/144
Engine Order Code 
Engine TypeGas I4
Fuel SystemMPFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM166 @ 5800
SAE Net Torque @ RPM161 @ 4200

Suspension

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)- TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)0.79
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)0.75
Suspension Type - FrontIndependent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - RearIndependent
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)Multi-link

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)- TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)- TBD -

Vehicle

EPA Classification2WD Sport Utility

Brakes

Brake ABS System4-Wheel
Brake TypePwr
Disc - Front (Yes or )Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) 
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)11.7 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)12.0 x - TBD -
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) 

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)20
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)27

Warranty

Basic:3 Years/36,000 Miles/km Corrosion:5 Years/Unlimited Miles/km