Nah. had 7kms on the clock when i picked it up in canberra at the honda dealer.
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Nah. had 7kms on the clock when i picked it up in canberra at the honda dealer.
satellite mist, 2 months waiting time (still 1 month to go :( ) the sales guy said there's none atm in the country blah blah..Quote:
Originally Posted by nexace
in melb too..
the manual CRV is actually surprisingly brisk! :thumbsup: gearbox isn't as smooth as expected of a Honda, but still better then the competitors.
The new CRV projector headlight looks pretty nice, are they any good? considering retro-fit it to my DC5.
I traded in my 2000 Japanese built Corolla (they are built in Korea I think since 2001) for a 2007 CRV. I go camping a fair bit and the hatchback was too small.
I could care less where they are built as all manufacturing factories will gravitate to cheapest cost location over time.
Doesn't mean quality changes - big names like Toyota, Honda, etc would not dare compromise quality - would lose sales and negate saving of moving to cheaper location - what's the point of that?
I drove all the competitors over a period of 6 months as I was in no hurry. Deciding factors were manual, space, running cost, purchase price, safety, power.
Would have liked a 6 cyclinder but purchase price and running cost knocked them out. I travel too much to fork out all that extra money for petrol. Four cyclinders at 125 kw is close enough to the heavier 6 cyclinder models anyway.
Some styles were too old as well. Came down to Rav4 and CRV. Close call but Rav4 felt agricultural to drive, also no stability control and that bloody wheel on the back door.
Got manual CRV for $33,250 drive away with tow bar and boot lid thrown in for the price (Sydney north shore).
Autos are for pansies.
Found it a great drive, very happy with it.
Already got stuck on the beach (idiot that I am) but found it very capable off-road in the mountains and on slippery rutted mud roads after the recent rains.
Due to the extra weight I find it less responsive than the Corolla, especially in Sydney traffic.
So want to improve the low-down grunt and responsiveness.
Any ideas and places to have this done?
I'm sure all Corollas were built in Japan, apart from the Sportivo's which were from South Africa.Quote:
Originally Posted by marathon42
Cosmetically-wise.. they are the ugliest model Honda has ever brought out!! The interior is not all that bad tho:) only get leather tho bcoz its much easier to maintain. If you decide to get cloth...well your in for long days vacuuming and cleaning:)
marathon42, if you wanted more power, you should get the Outlander V6 3.0L or the Rav4 V6 with the 3.5L Lexus RX350 engine.
Thanks - I will just activate my time machine and take up your advice.Quote:
Originally Posted by hondarox
In any case, Outlander is Mitsubishi (not my favourite), only in auto (only manual for me), $38,500 before on-road costs, so $about $10k up on CRV.
RAV4 in V6 not available in Oz yet and undoubtably greater cost and maintenance if it was.
You could also have mentioned the ML 350, X5, XC90, Discovery, etc, but you buy what you can.
i'm waiting for the improved outlander vrx. it is better equipped and, surprisingly, handles and ride better than the crv.
don't get me wrong, the CRV in manual form, is a pretty good drive. but i really cannot stand that michael jackson nose job.
do some more research b4 u reccomend cars that are not availible hereQuote:
Originally Posted by hondarox
i know wat u mean about the power, its good value for money but they needed at least another 5-15kws!
Honestly, i think it is not worth modifying the CRV. Not with 1570kg and 125kw as your base position. Even if you put on an intake/header/exhaust I doubt you will notice much difference to justify the $$$. Try and reduce the weight where you can - remove the spare, tools and carry a tin of sealant for around town, that will save you 20kg. If you are keen remove the intake resonator.Quote:
Originally Posted by marathon42
When this model first came out I didn't like the look of it much either, but its grown on me since it came out here (much like the bug-eye Subaru Impreza). I've taken it for a drive and well, compared to the Accord Euro I have now, there was nothing inspirational about the drive, it's an underpowered little bus. However, it's a nice little bus with style and finish that I've come to appreciate from Honda. Trying to fit baby and pram and all the other junk into the Accord is a bit of a challenge, so I'm looking forward to the CRV. This is only my second Honda, I'm really liking what they do. I would've loved to get another Euro or even the funky new Civic, but having a few more bodies and "stuff" to cart around the CRV is more practical for the next few years.
it also outsold the Rav-4 last month!
Yeah, I looked at the Rav, didn't do anything for me, the CRV has a much nicer User Interface, and feels a bit more spacious.Quote:
Originally Posted by UNLS1
IMO, the Japanese built Rav4 is much better looking outside from all angles than the Thai built CRV.
CRV looks better inside than Rav4 though.
Oh yes, CRV only outsold Rav4 by 64 units in July.
Here are the sales figures for the other months:
Jun '07 Rav4 - 1343 CRV - 1011
May '07 Rav4 - 1146 CRV - 1043
Apr '07 Rav4 - 1043 CRV - 862
Mar '07 Rav4 - 1406 CRV - 1454
Feb '07 Rav4 - 1110 CRV - 944
I believe CRV sales will suffer when Rav4 V6 is released.
will u ever get over this thai - jap build rubbish?
I've had my 2007 CRV LUX AUTO Black for 4 months and it built ****ing brilliantly and YES I also have a 2005 Euro so can you guys STFU about thisnon issue. The build rates in Thailand and 1-3% better than japan said the head of quality for Honda in Japan.
Sounds like we have similiar tastes! :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Suntzu
We picked up ours at about 2-3 weeks ago. Missus is absolutely stoked with it... There is definitely NOTHING wrong with it being built in Thailand. Don't know what all the big deal is about. The leather seats aren't as soft as the Euro's but they're better for posture.
Prior to purchase I test drove the Prado, Hilux, Pathfinder, Navara, Rav4, ML something, X5 and the Lexus R something. At the end of the day, it was about being comfortable with the vehicle. And for that price...definitely a winner.
Picked up my CRV today (Sport model) and very happy with it. I was feeling quite sad to have to give up the Euro for this more practical and family friendly vehicle, but after the 45 minute drive home I'm really pleased with this car. The finish and quality is excellent and it drives just fine for what I need (not out there to win any races or climb mountains). Quite a different experience from what I'm used to, but I'm slowly becoming more comfortable with it. No big mods, just tinted windows and floor mats, and scored a nice Honda Jacket :)
Loving the higher visibility, big windows, sunroof and less wind noise than the Euro on the FWY. The side rear vision mirrors still freak me out though.
Got my 07 crv sports for about 5 weeks now. Loved it. Only problem i had was with it's front left speaker which was giving out distorted sound. Told the dealer and they changed it for me without any question asked. don't think thai build was the issue. further more, i heard there was an oil leak problem on the jap build in america.
Here is the article from the March 2007, Honda Service News on the rear main oil seal leak:
Engine Leaks Oil at Very Low Mileage
Currently Applies To: ’07 Japan-built CR-Vs
Some vehicles may have a leaking rear main seal.
The seal starts leaking at very low mileage—usually
less than 100 miles.
Because of the shape of the engine oil pan and the
tilt of the engine in the chassis, it’s easy to think this
leak is coming from the end of the oil pan. But take
our word for it, that leak is coming from the rear main
seal. Replace that seal and you’ll take care of the
problem.
my bad, here's the link to it
http://www.in.honda.com/Rjanisis/pubs/SN/a070300.PDF
Drove it for the first time at night tonight...the blue highlights around the dash are very sweet. The blue LED mood lighting seems a little useless but cute. The way the very large red Hazard Lights button lights up reminds me of HAL. Nice to see Honda have lit up the steering wheel controls on this car, the Euro I had didn't have this.
Also, a seemingly insignificant and possibly expected feature (but I wasn't expecting it) was the way the passenger power window buttons light up...in that.... I had the passenger window buttons locked via that little lock toggle button, because the tint needs time to cure, but I had forgotten this little fact, and while driving along this evening, I looked around at the window buttons on the passenger side, and to my dissapointment they were not lit up like the driver side. "Oh nooooo!" I thought, another cost cutting exercise?! Then I realised that I had them locked and wondered if that also turns off their illumination, so I toggled the lock switch and hey presto, the passenger side window buttons lit up :D Not sure if the Euro ever did that, I never noticed it if it did, but what a cute little feature.
worth trading in 06 civic?
If you're after something with more room, functionality and better ride over the nature strips when navigating around a traffic jam, it's the way to go ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by TurBIce
It's a very different drive to something like a Civic, but it still handles surprisingly well. Only real criticism I would have is that for the size of the car, it could do with a little more power.
Oh! my car is using a LOT of oil! I might have this problem.
some nice little reviews! good to see. all my customers are over the moon with their crv's. I havnt had a complaint yet!
I just got a new sport demo the other week. I love it, had it up in the hills around the yarra valley, along dirt roads ect, its just a pleasure to drive!
yeah, both are good cars. hmm...
does aussie crvs come with hids?
Quote:
Originally Posted by TurBIce
i sense your losing ur love towards your civic dude...:eek: lol
hahaha.Quote:
Originally Posted by ozR18
sorta.. its more like. i dont drive enough. thought i donate to my dad for auto.
Im getting my run around CRV Sport Luxury next wednesday. First Brand new Honda ever owned.
hope. just halogen.. the european and the luxury thai models comes with HID. not too sure if the american models comes with HID or not.Quote:
Originally Posted by TurBIce
Here's a little (edited) shot from its first family day trip a couple weekends ago.
http://www.eaglebase.net/files/temp/Car/HondaCRV.jpg
thats a great pic!
Thanks. I plan on doing some more, just been flat out recently and not much time to play.
Hey, given the CRV is a pretty popular model of Honda, why not a dedicated board for CRV's past & present?
coz i alot of people just want dedicated things like that for cars that can be modded ect and performance hondas ect
Im still loving my sport, i lose it in 3,000ks time.
You can put 20inch rims on the CRV and make it fully sick too!!!
;)
in the crv japan brouchure theres options for a lowering kit an 19" wheels!
looks bloody great!
The only gripe I have with the CRV is that the Lux really needs HID's. In fact, I would gladly trade the heated seats for it anyday!
Hey I have a lux and its got no pollen filter??? Is the lux supposed to have the pollen filter stock?
nah the lux doenst have the dust and pollen filter, its an option!
Yeah i wish the lux had HID's.
its prob the same reason the CTR doesnt have HID's. Didnt meet ADR's!
We sell so many more lux and sport CRV's than the standard.
I still think the standard is good value for money under 35k.
but i love the sunroof and alloys and the better stereo! Id take the sport lol
dad having owned the first and second gen ones, WAS going to step into the new 3rd gen... but not even its mother could love that ugly face! and whats with the rear 3/4 window??? boxy car with round window? what the HELL were they thinking?
while my euro was being serviced, i had the new CRV as the courtesy car from the dealer. no a single person on the streets ever take a second look at the car.
however, since getting my mit outlander, i have to get used to the occassional stares from other road users, and have to entertain queries from quite a few colleagues. the outlander rides and handles better than the CRV, but nothing beats the crv's dash design.
the crv needs a facelift badly.
Where can I find Honda Dealers around SE suburbs?
Been to the one in Ferntree Gully and hated that place.
Try the "Find a dealer" function on the Honda.com.au site.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rock
http://www.honda.com.au/wps/wcm/conn...Find+a+Dealer/
I can't speak for any on the SE side though. I got mine from Geelong and couldn't be happier. My second Honda from the same place in fact.
travis honda in frankston there great
Thanks folks. We'll be getting a CRV for sure, just need to find the right place without going too far.
Actually, we had the opposite effect. Maybe because the car was kitted up with aero kit, honeycomb grills, sidesteps, rear spoiler and it's black!Quote:
Originally Posted by MiSloVic
Not too stressed about the outside, I spend most of my time inside anyway ;)
From some angles though it is a pretty car. I think the simple side on with the beak showing is not so nice, but pretty much all other angles are sweet.
http://www.eaglebase.net/files/temp/...ndaCRV_001.jpg
looks great! they are selling very very well!
Quick one.
Do the Michelin Latitude OEM tyre made in any Asian countries or made in European countries?
Thanks.
this crv is awesome.. :D can put 22" and mugen bodykit XD
its quite nice actually.. can grow on you tho i think the back needs work
Pissed me off when i spent 40 something k on a new CRV lux and the pollen filter is extra.
My wife and I bought a Luxury 5AT late last year. We like it a lot. I'm six foot cubed and I have no problem fitting in the back even with the sunroof. There's even enough room for me in the back seat when my wife stops driving it long enough for me to get in there. Easy to get bub and accoutrements (pronounced ar-koo-tray-monts) in and out as well.
Some of these comments coming out of this thread make feel embarrasment to a part of ozhonda.... Y is it always the ones with no idea that have the largest mouths???
I have a Euro, my parents just bought a CRV and my mate has a civic sport. Now as far as i know the civic sport is from thailand and my euro is from japan. After going through the civic the build quality overall is equal if not better than the quality of mine. I have had dash parts changed and other random crap which was faulty while his car has had not one problem and the detail makes mine look like it could learn a thing or two from the thai. If the new euro is from thailand i couldnt give a crap. The CRV is great quality as well and believe me iv gone over all of them thoruoghly.
Get ur facts right guys. Half of u prob havnt even seen the cars ur bagging just parroting what uv heard from others.
lame
Picked up a brand new standard 07 build CRV early this month, Alabaster Silver, 6 spd manual from Trivett Honda (Parra), very happy with it! Pleasantly surprised with the standard features the base model comes with.. cruise control safety features (VSA) etc interior features and build quality!
$34k driveway included 5 year warranty, 5 year road side assistance, and had a DVD system thrown in (promotion they had running).
I think the base model is very good value and doesn't loose out on many safety features (only curtain airbags) compared to the sport or lux, and is very well placed for interior features / gadgets!
Definitely a bigger car both in and out, then the previous model and drives a whole lot better, handling around corners seems more direct and steadier, and the 6th gear on the highway + cruise control is a bonus!
Car has completed approx. 1500km and have the fuel economy down to 9 - 9.2L/100.. so very happy with performance build quality and overall package.:thumbsup:
http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/e...r/DSCN2830.jpg
http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/e...r/DSCN2828.jpg