The Honda CRV is complete SUV for family

The Honda CRV was actually the first on the scene when it came to the SUV crossover. As a smaller version of an SUV it offered the additional cargo space with better fuel efficiency and a more family oriented feel. Its original popularity prompted other car companies to follow suit, and thus the crossover was born. For the 2011 Honda CRV there are many pros and a few cons, and depending on what is important to you there could potentially be a very good match for family on the go with a load of extra gear.

Some of the features are strictly for comfort while others are for utility purposes. Either way, this is a comfortable way to transport the kids and lots of bulky or hefty items from one place to another surrounded by creature comforts.

The 2011 Honda CRV includes heated seats. The rear seating not only slides but also reclines for back seat comfort. The MP3 connectivity and the navigation system help get you where you’re going while enjoying the already responsive ride even more. Overall, the attention to detail is pretty good in order to make everyone feel more comfortable and relaxed while maintaining the ability to haul items.

With the standard 5 speed automatic transmission and the front wheel drive you’ll find the 2.4 liter 4 cylinder engine churning out about 180 horsepower and 161 pounds of torque. While the get up go factor might be a little anemic (0 to 60 in about 10 seconds) the overall performance is reasonably good. With 21 miles per gallon through the city and 28 miles per gallon along the highway the 2011 Honda CRV offers average fuel consumption.

The Honda CRV sports standard 17 inch steel wheels, telescoping steering column, tilt steering, keyless entry, driver seat power height adjustment, a center tray table in the front that can be easily retracted, cruise control and air conditioning. Naturally, the standard equipment will vary on different models, but the base model offers enough to keep you comfortable. The four speaker sound system offers the full range of audio options from stereo to MP3 player plug in. The addition of a mirror made strictly for parents to keep an eye on the activities of the rear seating is a unique plus.

With the rear seating intact the 2011 Honda CRV offers 35.7 cubic feet of storage. The simple fold away rear seats open up the cargo area to an impressively industrious 73 cubic feet.

Safety features include stability control and the front airbags with side airbag curtains. Front and side impact tests proved to be good. The one weak area in the safety test proved an obvious need for roof strengthening, as the roof received only a rating of marginal.

Overall, the 2011 Honda CRV is a classic that keeps getting better through innovation and design. The family comfort coupled with the hauling ability makes it one of the better choices for those who are looking for a crossover that can really work.