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Your best bet is probably trying to compare the initial "feel" of the CR-V's seats with that of any other car which has been good for you in the past.
If it feels the same, then you're probably okay.
However, if it's not the same, you just know the seats are different. Who knows, maybe the CR-V's seats are better. Or, they could be much worse.
Essentially, this test only helps if you get a positive result.
I have a lot of problems with lower back and was really concerned about the "Harder" CR-V seats, when compaired to our Pilots. After about 20 minutes I began to notice the firmer CR-V seat. Forgot about it after a while. Two hours later we arrived at the destination and we both felt fine. Every bit as good as emerging from the Pilot. Same thing coming back. The 31 mpg was an added perk!
We plan to take it to Myrtle Beach in the Spring. A 6 Hr drive!
Kip
I did notice that the LX seat fabric seemed really cheap to me. I decided to go for an EX-L. I don't know if there is a difference in the ride quality though, because the seats and the suspensions would be the same. I did find the CR-V ride a bit hard the first time, but got used to it a few minutes in to the ride.
I don't know if it is an EX or LX.
As I recall, in 03 there were only 2 models offered.
The more expensive had Factory Sunroof, alloy wheels and front side air bags. This is the one we got as the wife wanted the side air bags.
What model would ours be?
Leather was not an option on either at that time. Took a while to get used to the cloth. It holds ya real firm!
We got AT and Real time all wheel drive. Ours feels to ride a bit stiffer than our next door neighbors 2WD model. Especially noticeable on gravel/rough roads. But she does real good on the road!
Kip
I think Toyota has the temp sensor on most of their cars or at least the RAV4, Camry, and Corolla I know from experience.
And the Rav4 has tinted windows on all versions and auto-off headlights, a console to rest your arm on, and with full-size spare.
So Cr-v could step up their entry-level aa bit more.
At least some nicer wheels.
As fas as Hondas go, here is a little breakdown of most of the model trim levels, in order of most basic, to most loaded:
DX (only on Civics at the moment)
VP (for Value Package - only on Accords at the moment but has been seen on Civics as well - these are "tweeners" for those not wanting to pay the LX price, but want things like a CD Stereo)
LX (Usually equipped with PW, PL, A/C, CD Stereo, Variable Int. Wipers)
EX (Adds sunroof, 6CD, upgraded fabrics, upgraded wheels, and some other niceties)
EX-L (Adds the Leather Package, usually including heated seats)
There are more trim levels, but most of those only apply to one particular vehicle. The CR-V comes in LX, EX, and EX-L. In 2003, only LX and EX were offered. You have the EX.
Did the RAV do away with those hubcaps on its lower models? They should, pronto. I'd much rather have styled wheels like on the LX than just plastic wheelcovers that look more at home on a Yaris.
Soft cushions work well for short drives. Support is less of an issue and the occupant won't be in the seat long enough for there to be issues with circulation.
The real issue is usually the shape of the seat. Very few bodies are shaped the same way, so making a seat which provides good support for everyone is a difficult task. So shape is more frequently the problem than whether it's soft or firm.
anyway, we just did almost 300 miles in our new CR-V. like you, we used to do these trips in our minivan ('01 odyssey). i'd say comfort is comparable except that the CR-V is a lot more quiet inside and the seats are more supportive and more comfy. driving the CR-V is definitely easier and more pleasant than the minivan (better handling and visibility). the kids voted and said they like traveling in the CR-V better. about the only drawback i suppose is that the cargo area of the minivan is better shaped and holds more (even though, on paper, the CR-V's cargo area is slightly larger--35 cubic feet in the CR-V vs. 33 in the odyssey)
Thanks.
Kip
Kip
Thanks for the tip. Now to find a shop.
Drivers should also check their driving position -- things like height, distance from wheel, ability to touch the floor boards with your foot, etcetc. You don't want to stretch to reach controls and you want your seat to be slightly reclined, not bolt upright or tilting forward. (I heard a theory that an uncomfortable driver is an alert driver, but I think an uncomfortable driver is a driver trying to get comfortable rather than taking care of business.) There's some debate about the best driving position (especially hand position on the wheel), so you might want to put the phrase in your browser, read about alternatives and see what works best for the way you're put together. I think the CR-V offers quite a good range of adjustment.
https://www.accessories-honda.com/store/index.php/cPath/32_121
Roof rack is $189.
Going to install it over weekend.
Remote starter next...
I know that CollegehillsHonda.com has the word Honda in their link. As does HondacuraWorld.com (depending on where you read the "A").
Many people have read Handaacessories as Handa Accessories, but that's not correct. The correct parsing of the name is H and A accessories. The H being for Honda and the A for Acura. I wonder if that confusion was the source of what you heard.
College Hills Honda and Hondaacuraworld are both dealers so they can use the word Honda as part of their name and they readily identify themselves as Honda dealers and who the are.
For some reason h and a identify themselves as a Honda dealer but don't divulge who they are.
Price matters - they were best so far...
Get ScanGaugeII It reads out air intake temperature, as one of the gauge functions, on top of the million other functions.
The temps will be slightly higher than actual, but you can add some compensation factor to read out the actual outside temperature.
Just read the manual....looks like a great diagnostic tool to use across a number of cars. I'm getting one.
Thank goodness there is actually a name for it!
The last few American sedans we had were sporting the soft "LUXURY" seats which could really get uncomfortable on a long drive. However they felt really good in the showroom and demo drive. :sick:
Mother-in-law has a Buick that will swallow a small person in the seats.
Kip
Just read the manual....looks like a great diagnostic tool to use across a number of cars. I'm getting one.
I just got one a couple weeks ago as a present. I love it!!
i'd hardly call the power moonroof, rear privacy glass, and alloy wheels "a few accessories"
the security system, CD changer, steering wheel controls, dual deck cargo shelf, center power jack, et al, sure but the other stuff, IMHO, are biggies.
Of the EX stuff that can't be easily added to an LX, only the steering wheel controls strike me as truly useful.
Just my opinion of course.
I am debating the Accord, CR-V, and Subaru outback. The CR-V has what feels like a comfortable driving position, but I am tall (6'2") and have a bad back and a test drive just isn't enough to fully check it out. So...
Comfortable for an extended commute (and some work related 2 hour drives) or would I be better with a longer wheelbase accord or outback?
Does the handling feel safe and sure at high speeds? I'm a little gunshy after my accident last week.
Thanks,
phelps
Thanks in advance.
I would wait for a cold morning, and check the tire pressure before the car has been driven and before any of the tires get heated by the sun. If the pressure is correct, then one or more of the sensors is probably bad.
I spend so much time on the highway, that I hesitate some with either car vs and Accord, but like the Outback and CR-V safety ratings and liked an old Subaru (several generations ago) we had. Sounds like you drive a Subaru, but have spent some time in the CR-V. Which would you rather be in for extended periods on a highway?
Phelps
The CR-V comes with a full complement of safety features. I never seemed to be able to equip an Accord or Camry, for instance, with vehicle stability control but no moonroof.
As to handling, while higher than most cars, it's lower than most SUVs, and lower than the 2006 model. The compromise strikes me about right. Last year's CR-V did not handle as well as the new one, imo. A recent trip to the Oregon coast brought us a nasty winter storm, with wind gusts of 60 mph. The CR-V handled it all well, with power shifting to the rear a couple of times. It was a nice, confidence building experience.
Obviously, comfort is subjective. A good dealer should cooperate in your request for an extended test drive. Good luck.
Just I want to share with all of you regarding TPMS light staying Active. As dealer told that may be this problem occurring due to Temp. change, I believe this is correct because my problem has gone away once weather gone up to 40+. I think honda need to do some thing to handle such weather condition else this will cause unnessary headache for new buyer.
Thanks a lot all of you for your inputs.
As I mentioned earlier, if you measure the cold pressure before the vehicle has been driven and it is within spec, then you may have a bad sensor. But if you are just seeing warnings when it gets cold out, it likely means your tires are underinflated. Add air to the correct pressure, and the warning will probably go away.
Do a search for TPMS. Here is one quote:
"Before sending out the CR-V's from Japan, Honda over-inflates the tires to prevent flat spots, and puts the TPMS into ship/sleep mode. As part of the pre-delivery inspection (PDI) procedures, the dealer is supposed to not only adjust the tire pressure, but "wake up" the TPMS, as well. Unfortunately, this little tidbit of information was left off of the original PDI sheets. Simply resetting the error code, will result in the light coming on again, after a short period of time."
Regards,
Tom
When deciding what to get as a replacement, I went with a 2006 CR-V. I can't help you much with the comfort of the 2007 CR-V, but having been in a bad collision with a Ford F-250 Pickup, I didn't think much about getting another "bigger" vehicle...bigger in the sense that it is bigger than a "car". If I had been in a regular sized car, I may not have walked away with only bumps and bruises.
If you are a little gun shy, as I still am, this may be something you want to take into consideration along with the comfort level. I also feel that I can look out any of the windows and see what is around me. There are very few blind spots (for me) in the 2006 CR-V. I am 5'5" tall.
By the way, I just took a 185 mile trip (each way) and the only discomfort I experienced was in my right leg from having to press the accelerator for almost 4 hours straight. I could not use the cruise control on my way out because it was raining, and I'm not used to driving that distance all at once. On the return trip, the weather was clear and I used my cruise control. I had no discomfort on the way home.
Good luck!