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2007 Honda CR-V
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Screen could be bigger, what is that about 4-5". I'd prefer that the LCD took up that entire space and they used touch-screen technology. Or move the buttons elsewhere.
2 center consoles, it seems. I'd prefer it if the fixed console were taller. It could be a lot bigger. Maybe move it up so it could be an armrest.
Two glove boxes, but wouldn't one big one make more sense? Each of those looks small.
Guages looks great.
Shifter reminds me of the Highlander's.
Rear shelf is like the Equinox, sort of mid-height so it can be a shelf. Or lay it flat, which the RDX also has.
Here's a mistake, though - you can't cover tall cargo at all. Basically if you put the shelf in place you cut your cargo space in half.
Love the 40/20/40 seats. Very flexible.
I spotted heated seat switches, and plenty of buttons on the steering wheel. Probably the high-end model.
The one thing that stands out in the interior that I don't like are the GIANT door pulls, what's with that? Other than that I think they really nailed the interior design.
Looks good.
-juice
I'm having trouble figuring out where it could be?!?
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Like the current CR-V, the armrest is on the sides of the seats.
Others - Most of time, troubled plants are new plants. The 1999 Ody was the first large vehicle produced at that line. New equipment, new workers, new processes. We saw something similar when Honda started assembly in the south around the MMC. This has nothing to do with where the plant is located. New lines in Japan have resulted in lousy quality vehicles.
However, after a few years, the differences between an experienced plant and one that is several years old start to fade. Honda is going through the same process in one of the plants where they assemble the Fit for sale overseas. That plant is less than a year old and rapidly approaching their targets for quality.
Pics - These are my random observations...
I like the double glove box arrangement. This is much better than the uncovered storage shelf in the dash of the 2nd gen CR-V. Interesting that the latch for the top compartment is off-center so the driver can reach it, but the bottom latch is centered. Why not have both this way?
I preferred the button-in-dial approach to the HVAC controls on the 2nd gen CR-V. The dials were larger and the buttons are easier to operate by feel when they are placed in the center of a dial.
Center stack, gauge pod, and other controls all look fine. It's about time they put in a trip computer! Everyone put your hands together for the return of a real dead pedal.
That stupid shelf system in the cargo area interferes with the use of the full cargo space. Love the fact that the rear seats still slide fore and aft. I am so happy to see that earlier rumors about an RDX-sized cargo space were bogus. Why can't they get rid of those annoying L-shaped gussets on the leading edge of the rear wheel arches?
All in all, this is a nice step up from the current model... except the nose.
Arm rests - I wonder if only the passenger gets one? Now that all models are automatic there's no reason not to put 2 of them on there. Especially on models with the fixed center console - the walk-through is gone.
Again, though, it would make more sense to me to just make the center console a lot bigger and let the top of that serve as arm rests for both.
Everyone put your hands together for the return of a real dead pedal.
That gets thunderous applause from me.
-juice
that's what US auto makers use. There is no independant control of the cabin recirc air?
what if I want to close the outside air when I am behind a bus spewing diesel fumes, or on a dusty road?
What do all of you think ?
Foot operated parking brake? I know it is auto only, but I still like the hand brake..
Current automatic models also have a driver's armrest..
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On American Cars - MAX A/C is recirc but they tie it into A/C only.
But, you can kick in recirculation manually, as well.. I think the CR-V has always (GenI and GenII) had it this way..
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I'm not a fan of climate control or power seats, so that's OK with me. Honda was probably trying to stick to a price point. Maybe those will be added to high-end models later on.
2 armrests are better than 1. I guess that makes them Captain's Chairs. But I still would rather see a bigger center console.
-juice
On the Highlander with Auto Climate control, AC and Recir can be deselected independantly by the driver.
Wonder why they couldn't put the parking brake on the floor like they did for the 1st gen CR-V? There should be sufficient space for it since the console doesn't extend all the way back and the centre tray folds down.
Actually, in this era of electronics, shouldn't all mechanical parking brakes be laid to rest, and replaced by self-releasing electronic parking brakes? No more unsightly levers, awkward foot-brakes, and no more absent-minded souls driving around with the parking brake engaged!
If you can keep the folding tray empty, this feature is really nice when you have kids in car seats. My wife uses it when it is raining or cold to access my kids (in park of course).
Overall, the CRV looks really great. The interior is a knockout. If only the grille was not recessed on the nose.
Like my wife says, buy a car for its ride & interior. Nice looking exteriors are a bonus.
Apparently, Honda has put parking break in CR-V for another market (possibly, European). One of the interior shots in this picture shows that.
Since there is no manual transmission available, the hand brake location is not critical. The only time one actually needs a hand brake is when the clutch has to be manipulated with the left foot.
For AT, just about any location will do.
I like that much more.
Not a deal killer for me but just a con on the cr-v's design.
I just think they could use all that space for a bigger center console.
Look at the Pilot's, it's brilliant. There is an acre of room in there. My wife's cousin has one and it fits a large purse. And an iPod. And 2 cell phones. And several CDs. And...
-juice
Don't look for CR-V to be built here until the Indiana plant get built. Honda is maxed out right now for production space.
Several vehicles have this feature, not just the RAV4.
As to the rest of the interior, it looks very attractive. I think Honda did a good job here.
Finally, I don't think the "nose" will hinder sales much, if at all.
Bob
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Very nice indeed.
They've already got two separate consoles. I'd think that was enough.
As for the compartments, I'm thinking CD cases, the i-Pod, and other frequently used items go in the upper glove box. Unlike the shelf on the current CR-V, this space is covered out of sight. And I agree that it would be easier to sort items in there.
There is also storage at the base of the center stack (under the gear selector). Not sure what will fit in there. Looks like there are three cubbies: one looks like a 12V, another small slot sits next to it, and the one on the very bottom might be large enough for CD cases.
Here is a link to a neat article with lotsa pics...
http://www.caranddriver.com/previews/11564/2007-honda-cr-v.html
That gets thunderous applause from me.
But there's no manual tranny which is where the pedal really comes in to play. Obviously it's there for other markets. Auto drivers use it too I suppose.
I'm confused. Where the heck is the new CR-V being built for the NA market?
Yes we do, otherwise, we're left tucking our foot under our right leg to avoid getting stiff/numb. I hated the fact that my father's 2002 CR-V had no real properly-placed pedal. Our 2000 Odyssey didn't have much of one either.
My MDX doesn't have a real dead pedal, but I just did a 5 hour drive with it and had no trouble with my foot falling asleep. YMMV.
It's just the opposite. If anything, a dead pedal would get LESS use with a manual tranny by those who have to depress a clutch all the time.
The dead pedal "comes into play" for any American equipped a left leg, with the exception of idiots who brake with their left foot. (Yes, I have seen it. It makes me cringe.)
another for lighter, cigs, gun, etc
OK, I won't argue with you...
Dead pedals are good to hold you in place when cornering. In the old model I never felt like I was securely in the seat. That feeling was excacerbated by the high vantage point.
-juice
Many 4cyl engines will disable the A/C compressor upon heavy acceleration or idle to reserve power for acceleration. Not sure if the CRV does this but perhaps the MAX A/C switch over-rides the disabling of the compressor so that you sacrifice acceleration for A/C....very important to anyone who lives in the desert when it's 110 degrees.
Otherwise, it's an either an inappropriate name for "Recirc" or I'm going to get A/C when I don't want it. I use "recirc" when I get behind "stinky" vehicles or extreme dust, paving, etc. It's useful for more than just Max A/C.