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I was really jonesing to test drive this CR-V. I viewed it as the same sort of giant leap forward as the new-generation Civic. The reason is simple enough: the old-gen CR-V, which you'll find at a discounted price very soon, was basically the result of Honda’s frenzied attempt to …

Honda is launching a new generation of its CR-V compact utility vehicle. Finally, some would say. And we’re going to be driving it this week in the Vancouver area. At first glance, we notice that this new generation will be heavily influenced by the design cues of the current Civic.

Of all the mid-generation updates done to the Honda CR-V over the last two decades, the 2015 refresh is definitely the most pronounced. In addition to adding a new grille and a few other aesthetic tweaks, Honda has equipped its compact SUV with the direct-injected Earth Dreams engine (taken from …

If ever there was a fast-growing market, it would definitely be that of compact SUVs under $40,000. Competition is fierce with most manufacturers offering a model in this segment. The category winner is the 2014 Mazda CX-5 . This well-designed vehicle offers above-average road handling, and engines that are both …

The Honda CR-V has been gracing Canadian roads since 1996. It was one of the first compact SUVs offered on the market and it still enjoys an excellent reputation today. The CR-V reached its peak in 2012, when it sold more than 33,000 units in Canada, making it one of …

With the Honda CR-V approaching its sweet sixteen, it seemed like a good time for some changes. This little freshly revamped SUV has enjoyed a lot of success since its launch in 1997. And it intends to remain a leader in its category. Following the old adage, “if it ain’t …