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2005 Honda CR-V EX
Dec 7th
When the backlash against big, gas-sucking SUVs happens and they begin to die out like the dinosaurs, we predict that the Honda CR-V will be among the survivors. In fact, Honda’s handy little errander just may be useful enough to survive a mass sport-ute extinction. This compact sport-ute is more like a tall four-wheel drive Civic station wagon than a truck. For 2005 the CR-V gets a major update, with new styling inside and out and a host of new safety features including standard side airbags.
Quiet and nimble, the CR-V has always been a suburban errand-runner’s dream. The high seating position and tall body ensure great visibility, and that hasn’t changed with the redesign. More >
2005 Honda Civic Hybrid
Dec 7th
A quick roadtrip from Detroit to New York City was required, and we had a choice of transportation. A HEMI V8, or a Honda Civic Hybrid? Raw power to deal with the mountains, or 51 mpg?
We’re happy to say that we went with economy over brute strength, and it turned out to be the right decision. Although their fuel-saving qualities are touted with city driving in mind, Honda’s hybrid-electric cars are actually more efficient on the highway. Unlike Toyota’s Prius and other hybrids, which are “full” hybrids that can shut off the gasoline engine when it’s not needed, Honda’s hybrid strategy keeps the gasoline engine running at all times. By using an absurdly small gasoline engine paired with an electric motor that provides additional torque, Honda’s hybrids are able to achieve excellent freeway fuel economy without sacrificing power or performance. More >
2005 Honda Odyssey Touring
Dec 7th
Ah, minivans. These unsung heroes of the automotive world just can’t be cool, no matter how hard they try. It’s not unlike having a fancy toaster or washing machine; regardless of the number of exciting, high-tech features it’s got, most of your friends are going to smile politely, shrug, and think, “It’s just a toaster.” Honda’s amazing new-for-2005 Odyssey is unfortunately in the same boat. Don’t get us wrong, it’s a great product, one of the best out there. Just don’t expect anyone to be particularly impressed.
Honda’s gone to a lot of effort to make sure that you’re so happy with the Odyssey you don’t have to spend time worrying about impressing your friends, of course. This ground-up redesign shows that Honda considered all of minivan-dom, took the best ideas, and combined them into one vehicle. The Odyssey has a larger interior with more comfort and convenience features, a more powerful engine, and a new level of suspension and body refinement. The new Touring model combines a variety of exclusive features into a single high-quality, high-class package. More >