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2008HondaCR-V

Answer the call.CR-V 4WD EX-L shown in Green Tea Metallic with accessory roof rack and ski attachment.

something new to crave.Life’s full of irresistible enticements. And we’re proud to offer yetanother—the 2008 Honda CR-V. Its alluring shape and smoothsophistication are powerful attractions indeed. They help make theCR-V the perfect vehicle to get you where you need to be.CR-V 4WD EX-L shown in Nighthawk Black Pearl.

become an instant expert in good taste.In sculpting the CR-V’s sultry shape, we focused on modern lines,aerodynamics and a meticulous attention to detail. From any angle –up close or at a distance – you’ll be captivated every time you view it.CR-V EX-L shown in Whistler Silver Metallic with accessory fog lights.

CR-V EX-L shown in Whistler Silver Metallic.

that space in front has your name on it.The CR - V is ready to play wherever your life takesyou. Whether pulling into a drive-through or up toa club valet, it’s equally at home. As you’re soon tofind out, good impressions are its specialty.CR-V 4WD EX-L shown in Tango Red Pearl.

Enticing.relax, there’s plenty of cr-V to go around.The CR-V is bound to attract fans of high style, luxury androominess—five adults can revel in its spacious comfort.And for 2008, EX‑L models add an 8-way power driver’s seatwith power lumbar support plus dual-zone automatic climatecontrol to its supple leather trim and heated front seats.CR-V EX-L interior shown in Ivory Leather with available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System.T 1

CR-V EX-L interior shown in Black Leather with available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System.1find your way, the easy wayIn EX-L models, the available Honda Satellite-LinkedNavigation System1 features a huge database of mapsand over 7 million points of interest. Pick your destination,and turn-by-turn directions and voice prompts guideyou.* Voice recognition can control most navigation andaudio system functions. And the rearview camerahelps you see behind you when in reverse gear.*Some roads unverified.See the navigation system owner’s manual for more details on coverage.satellite soundsEX-L models feature XM RSatellite Radio,2 beaming downmore than 170 channels ofdigital-quality programming.it’s digital cityAll CR-V audio systems offeran auxiliary input jack and areMP3- and Windows Media RAudio3 (WMA)-compatible.

smart systemsThe Maintenance Minder Tsystem monitors how youdrive and alerts you whena specific service is required.bring your favoritesNavigation-equipped EX-Lmodels add a digital audio-cardreader that lets you playyour downloaded music files.DRIVER-FOCUSEDThe illuminated steeringwheel-mounted controls helpyou keep your attention onthe road ahead (EX, EX-L).AIR TO BREATHEThe moonroof is designedto let you enjoy the outdoorswhile minimizing any windnoise (EX, EX-L).

in reachThe convenientoverhead storage isthe perfect place forsunglasses.talk backA conversation mirrorlets you keep an eyeon the rear-seathappenings.Wide open.More spaceMaps, cell phones,mints or evengloves – it’ll fit inthe dual glovecompartments.†when in doubt, bring it.You like to take your stuff with you. Who doesn’t? So when it came to designing theCR-V, we built in as much function as fashion. From the easy-opening tailgate to theclever use of space, in fact, the CR -V is the intelligent way to go.easy accessThe tailgate swings up with the slightest nudgeof your fingertips. Store cargo in a variety ofways, thanks to the dual-deck cargo shelf(EX, EX-L) that opens your options.* It can keepthings undercover, and it nestles in the floor,entirely out of the way, when it’s not needed.4flip and sipRear passengers canflip down and enjoyan armrest withbeverage holders.powered upA center console(EX-L) offers beverageholders, an MP3/auxiliary input jack anda 12‑volt power outlet.On EX-L models withnavigation, the centerconsole also holdsa 6-disc CD changer.*Honda reminds you to properly secure items stored in the cargo area. †Drive responsibly. State laws prohibit distracted driving.

exercise your optionsFrom passengers to possessions, the 2008 CR-V has a voluminous interior flexible enough to handle it all. Many seating configurations are possible thanks to the 60/40 split rear seats,which also slide forward and back to make more legroom. With the rear seats folded forward, there’s more than 72 cubic feet of cargo space – a great excuse to bring along more toys.4

Eager.farther is always better.With plenty power and surefooted agility,the CR-V is a thrill to drive. And greatmileage will help keep it that way.55 speeds, no clutchingThe CR-V’s smooth-shifting 5-speed automatictransmission is tuned to provide both briskacceleration and relaxed highway cruising. It alsofeatures Honda’s Grade Logic Control to preventunwanted upshifts and downshifts in hilly terrain.CR-V 4WD EX shown in Tango Red Pearl with accessory fog lights.i-vtec, ULEV and YOUJust how do our engineers get both power and efficiency out of an engine?It’s no secret – it’s just science. Like i-VTEC,R the latest version of our variablevalve timing and lift electronic control. It provides both low-rpm torque aswell as plenty of horsepower at higher revs. The smart, efficient powerplantalso earns the CR-V Ultra-Low-Emission Vehicle (ULEV) designation.4-wheeled confidenceThe available Real Time 4WDT system is just thething for drives in the snow or wet – or really anyslippery surface. If the system detects a loss oftraction, it can automatically send power to therear wheels to help keep you underway.

six airbagsA full array of airbags is at the ready tohelp protect you and your passengersin sufficient impacts. Dual-stage,dual-threshold front airbags, front sideairbags and side-curtain airbags areall standard equipment in every CR-V.†Safety on demandThe passenger’s front side airbagfeatures an Occupant PositionDetection System (OPDS) that’s beendesigned to prevent the airbag fromdeploying if a child or small-staturedperson is in the path of deployment.advanced brakingThe 4-wheel anti-lock brakes alsofeature Brake Assist, which helpsapply full braking in some emergencysituations. Electronic Brake Distribution(EBD) helps balance braking forcesdepending upon dynamic loading.Secure.feel confident in cr-v’s strength and ingenuity.Honda seeks to provide a high level of occupant and pedestrian protectionin our cars and trucks, regardless of size or price, as well as increased crashcompatibility with other vehicles. The CR-V is a solid example of how wellwe’re doing, with a 5-star frontal- and side-impact crash-safety rating fromthe NHTSA* and a 2007 Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute6for Highway Safety .CR-V EX-L shown in Ivory Leather with available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System.1* G overnment star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov).Model tested with standard side-impact airbags (SABs).Crash test conducted by Honda.vehicle stability assist TVSAR helps sense oversteer andundersteer, and then can adjust brakepressure at each wheel and reduceengine power to help restore thedriver’s intended path of travel.ACE body structureHonda’s Advanced CompatibilityEngineeringT (ACET ) body structureincreases impact compatibility withdifferent-sized vehicles. In front-endcollisions, it helps to redirect crashenergy around the rigid passengercompartment, enhancing protection.Front airbags inflate and deflate in a fraction of a second.crash coursesWe learn by testing in some of the world’s mostsophisticated labs. The knowledge gained is seen inhow we engineer our vehicles, with front and rearcrush zones that help absorb crash energy before itcan reach the strong passenger compartment.† Honda reminds you and your passengers to always buckle up. Children 12 and under are safest when properly restrained in the rear seat.child-mindedThe CR-V’s standard LowerAnchors and Tethers forChildren (LATCH) systemmakes it easier to installcompatible child seats.active head restraintsEvery CR-V comes with activehead restraints in the front seats,which can deploy in a sufficientrear impact and help reduce headand neck injury.OversteerUndersteerVSA

CR-V 4WD EX shown in Green Tea Metallic with accessory roof rack and ski attachment.Twenty-five years ago Honda began assembling cars in the UnitedStates. Today, almost 4 out of 5 Hondas sold in the U.S. areassembled in North America. Many are developed here, too. Andevery Honda is a smart value thanks to timeless design, great reliabilityand extended maintenance intervals. Check out our Best Resale Valueawards7 from Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com, Best Overall Value awardsfrom IntelliChoiceR 8 and – for the 4th year in arow – Automotive Lease Guide’s prestigiousIndustry Brand Residual Value Award.9CR-V EX-L shown in Whistler Silver Metallic.CR-V LX shown in Borrego Beige Metallic.

Honda dna.CR-V 4WD EX-L shown in Glacier Blue Metallic.Looking beyond government regulations,Honda studies real-world situations todevelop new safety technology. Ourcutting-edge engineering and testingfacilities in Japan and America help usdevelop the next generation of safetyfeatures – all focused on evolving ourSafety for Everyone concept.As integral to every Honda as the materials used to build it are the ideasand values that inspired it. As an automotive leader in clean technology,our commitment to being environmentally responsible is second to none.Equally important is our desire to help keep drivers and passengers safe.This is evident from the impressive list of safety features that comesstandard on every vehicle. Of course, take one drive in the CR-V and you’llbecome intimately aware of a third value. Since day one, it’s been a Hondamandate that every vehicle has to be fun to drive.Honda’s legacy of environmental leadershipincludes world-changing advances in fueleconomy and low-emission and hybridtechnology. Our latest contributions includethe natural gas-powered Civic GX, the world’scleanest internal-combustion vehicle,10 andthe next-generation FCX hydrogen fuel cellcar, which is set for production in 2008.Honda’s formidable ability to invent thefuture can be experienced on the land, inthe water and, now, above the clouds.Our HondaJetT is an ideal showcase forour core approach to design, maximizingperformance as well as comfort whileminimizing the surrounding machine.Honda began racing motorcycles in the1950s, and then cars in the ’60s. Inaddition to the obvious motivation of firstplace trophies, we race to learn, takinginnovative technology developed for thetrack and applying it to everyday use.