Is Bigger Really Better When it Comes To The 4x4 Car?
Thursday, 23 June 2011
As the saying goes; it's not the size of the wave, it's the motion of the ocean. The Honda CR-V is a big beast of a 4x4, but it's not all about size. 4x4 cars should offer substance as well as style, and the Honda CR-V delivers both by the bucketload.
Turning the perception of 4x4 cars (as bad-for-the-environment gas-guzzlers), on its head, the CR-V is at the forefront of a new beginning for the 4x4. The environmentally-conscious team at Honda, who are also leading the pack when it comes to hybrid cars, has developed a cleaner, but more powerful diesel engine: the i-DTEC engine.
The 2.2 litre i-DTEC engine is the secret of the CR-V's success; this revolutionary diesel engine technology makes the CR-V one of the quietest and most refined diesel cars around.
The CR-V has a lower centre of gravity and a wider track, giving it responsiveness that feels sensitive to the slightest touch of the steering wheel. The grounded core-stability and touch sensitive road handling belies the car's 4x4 appearance; yet the CR-V refuses to compromise on space, size or the security of a high driving position.
Despite its size, the CR-V is no big, ugly brute. In fact, it is a vision of stylish refinement, with striking alloy wheels, bumpers and grille for a distinctive look. The interior looks just as good with an incredible level of attention to detail.
The CR-V is a head-turner for all the right reasons. Its innovative sound-deadening technology means that it offers a far quieter ride than your standard 4x4 car. This, in turn, means that you can relax and enjoy a more peaceful journey.
One of the main reasons people choose 4x4 cars is because of the space they offer. The CR-V boasts comfortable seats for five adults, which recline to create extra leg-room. For those times when you need more space in the boot, the back passenger seats fold down independently, in order to provide you with numerous flexible options.
As with all Honda vehicles, safety is at the forefront of any new car design. The CR-V has been equipped with a whole host of innovative safety features, including a collision mitigation braking system that uses a radar transmitter to visually and audibly warn the driver to take immediate action.
Adaptive cruise control takes the concept of cruise control to a whole other level, whereas the adaptive front lighting system provides increased visibility. What makes the CR-V so special is the interactivity between car and driver. It's a two-way relationship which sees the car responding to the driver's every touch and command, as well as intuitively reacting to its environment.
For those who realise that fuel economy is a major concern, Honda provide a stunning range of hybrid cars to benefit the environment, as well as your pocket. With hybrid cars UK driving costs can be dramatically reduced; a godsend in these times of high petrol prices.
Honda's hybrid models include the nippy city car, Jazz, the economical family car, Insight, and the world's first sporty hybrid coupé, the CR-Z. There's now a hybrid car for everyone at Honda, so you can feel good about less emissions, while not compromising on the features that you need from your perfect car.
Honda knows that you want innovative features and ground-breaking technology, without compromising on style or aesthetics. You want to look good, as well as feel good while driving and Honda cars more than deliver.
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