MotorWeek Features 1997 Honda CR-V on Retro Review

A recent episode of MotorWeek’s Retro Review featured the class changing 1997 Honda CR-V. While it’s hard to imagine the SUV market without the CR-V, there was a time when Honda was slow to join the emerging SUV craze in the 90’s. But once the world was introduced to this “Comfortable Runabout Vehicle,” it quickly became a widespread success.

In the Retro Review, MotorWeek marveled at the fuel efficiency of the CR-V, remarking that is was able to deliver a car based fuel economy. And unlike other SUVs, the CR-V offered a “civilized ride and stable handling.” Its features were mostly inspired by the successful Civic sedan, including double wishbone suspension and excellent interior ergonomics. The 16-Valve 2.0 Liter Inline Four-Cylinder Engine in the 1997 Honda CR-V turned out a respectable 126 horsepower and 133 lb-ft of torque. Oh, and did we mention there’s a transportable picnic table included? Gotta love the 90’s.

See all the features in the video below!

“MotorWeek | Retro Review: 1997 Honda CR-V.” YouTube. YouTube, n.d. Web. 22 Feb. 2016. <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2IwTYMDris>.

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