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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 and returns great fuel economy.

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. Fuel economy is near the top of its class, at 23 city, 30 highway for the front-wheel-drive version. 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