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TOKYO ? Honda engineers are testing prototypes of the next-generation CR-V crossover vehicle, about six months ahead of its introduction this fall as a 2007 model.
In the photo here, engineers are running shakedown tests on a disguised '07 CR-V (left) and a production-ready '07 Acura RDX (right). While rival Toyota moved its RAV4 up the scale in size and price, Honda will keep the CR-V about the same dimensionally.
Like the current vehicle, the new CR-V will share its basic platform with the compact Civic. With room for five passengers, it will be slightly smaller than the new RDX, which shares its underpinnings with the next-generation Honda Accord.
The two vehicles, although similar in size and shape, will look quite a bit different. One notable hallmark on the Honda model is its set of vertical taillamps, which are carried over from the current CR-V.
The '07 CR-V will also lose the trunk-mounted spare tire, giving it less of an outdoorsy look and more of an "urban adventure" flavor. Power will continue to come from a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. Honda has no immediate plans for a V6 option.
What this means to you: The redesigned CR-V won't be competing any longer with the RAV4; instead, Korean brands Hyundai and Kia will be its chief rivals.
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In the photo here, engineers are running shakedown tests on a disguised '07 CR-V (left) and a production-ready '07 Acura RDX (right). While rival Toyota moved its RAV4 up the scale in size and price, Honda will keep the CR-V about the same dimensionally.
Like the current vehicle, the new CR-V will share its basic platform with the compact Civic. With room for five passengers, it will be slightly smaller than the new RDX, which shares its underpinnings with the next-generation Honda Accord.
The two vehicles, although similar in size and shape, will look quite a bit different. One notable hallmark on the Honda model is its set of vertical taillamps, which are carried over from the current CR-V.
The '07 CR-V will also lose the trunk-mounted spare tire, giving it less of an outdoorsy look and more of an "urban adventure" flavor. Power will continue to come from a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. Honda has no immediate plans for a V6 option.
What this means to you: The redesigned CR-V won't be competing any longer with the RAV4; instead, Korean brands Hyundai and Kia will be its chief rivals.
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