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trim levels are LX, EX, EX-L, and EX-L w/ Navigation2008 CR-V EX w/ Navigation - enlarge

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The 2008 Honda Civic CR-V compact Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV, MSRP $21,335 - $29,035, Invoice price $19,892 - $27,033) is available in LX, EX, EX-L, and EX-L with Navigation trim levels. This model competes with the Acura RDX, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Rogue, Nissan Rogue, Saturn VUE, and Subaru Forester. The Honda CR-V is equipped with a 166-horsepower, 2.4-liter I4 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission, and comes in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions.

In the rear, this model has a 40-60 split bench rear seat2008 Honda CR-V EX w/ Navigation interior - enlarge

The Honda CR-V is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by the Japanese automaker since 1996.1 It was loosely derived from the Honda Civic to satisfy public demand for a sport utility vehicle from Honda.2 This model is assembled in East Liberty, Ohio and Jalisco, Mexico.

The 2008 Honda CR-V has a four-wheel independent suspension, front and rear stabilizer bars, a MacPherson strut front suspension, and also a multi-link rear suspension.

Exterior features for the Honda CR-V are 17 inch steel wheels, all season tires, and an inside mounted spare tire. This model has intermittent wipers, a rear defogger, and an intermittent rear wiper. It is also equipped with a fixed liftgate window and a rear liftgate door.

it comes in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive versions2008 CR-V EX w/ Navigation engine - enlarge

Instrumentation features on this model are a tachometer, a clock, low fuel level warning, and cargo tie downs.

Seats and trim features on the 2008 Honda CR-V are a five-person total seating capacity, bucket front seats, a height-adjustable driver seat, and cloth upholstery. In the rear, this model has a 40-60 split bench rear seat, a split-folding rear seatback, reclining rear seats, a folding with storage and pass-thru center armrest, and rear ventilation ducts.

Basic power and convenience features for the CR-V are power windows, power mirrors, remote power door locks, and 1 one-touch power windows. The 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with cruise control (on steering wheel), speed-proportional power steering, and a tilt and telescopic steering wheel. More features include front and rear cupholders, front and rear door pockets, and front seatback storage. 12V front and 12V rear power outlets, an overhead console with storage, and a remote wind on this model.

the CR-V is manufactured since 19962008 Honda CR-V EX w/ Navigation - enlarge

Comfort features for the 2008 Honda CR-V are interior air filtration, front reading lights, and dual vanity mirrors. The CR-V also has air conditioning, front and rear floor mats, and a cargo area light.

Entertainment and telematics features on the CR-V are an AM/FM in-dash single CD player with CD MP3 Playback stereo, 160 watts of stereo output, and four total speakers. This vehicle also has a mast antenna, speed-sensitive volume control, and an auxiliary MP3 audio input.

2008 Honda CR-V safety and security features are emergency braking assist, ventilated front disc/solid rear disc brakes, and a four-wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS). The CR-V comes with traction control, stability control, dual front side-mounted airbags, and front and rear head airbags. This model is equipped with passenger airbag occupant-sensing deactivation, rear door child safety locks, front seatbelt pretensioners, and daytime running lights. More features include child seat anchors, a rear center 3-point belt, an engine immobilizer, and tire pressure monitoring. Features such as electronic brake-force distribution, driver and passenger head restraint whiplash protection system, and 2 front and 3 rear height-adjustable headrests are also standard on the 2008 Honda CR-V.

the CR-V is equipped with cruise control2008 CR-V EX w/ Navigation - enlarge

Alternative/additional features on the 2008 Honda CR-V EX and higher trim levels include an external temperature display, variable intermittent wipers, and a privacy glass. These trim levels are also equipped with a power glass sunroof, a chrome grille, and an remote anti-theft alarm system. More features are audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, an AM/FM in-dash six CD player with CD MP3 Playback stereo, and 6 total speakers.

Alternative/additional features on the 2008 Honda CR-V EX-L trim levels are leather upholstery, an eight-way power driver seat, a driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support, and multi-level heating driver and passenger seats. More features are heated mirrors, a front console with storage, dual zone climate controls for driver and passenger, and dual vanity mirrors. A leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather trim on shift knob, 270 of watts stereo output, seven total speakers, an XM satellite radio, and a subwoofer are also standard on these trim levels.

Features standard only on the Honda CR-V EX-L with Navigation trim levels include a compass, a DVD navigation system with voice activation, a multi-CD located in center console, a rear view camera, and a memory card slot.

A safety and crash test report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) showed that the 2008 Honda CR-V received five stars out of five in frontal and side crash tests and four stars out of five in rollover tests (both 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive).

A reliability history report from ConsumerReports.org showed how the Honda CR-V held up mechanically. The Honda CR-V SUV received the following ratings for the year 2007 (major redesign year was 2006): Excellent ratings for engine, transmission, drive, fuel, climate, and audio systems, suspension, brakes, exhaust, paint and trim, squeaks and rattles, and electrical system trouble spots; and Very Good ratings for body hardware and power equipment.

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