nice

could have been better in many ways, overall execution is pretty good. Much better than the Rav4.

The FX45 C-pillar ripoff is porr in execution.
The air dam below the grill and above the bumper is hideous.
Still not a fan of the 1993 Volvo Station Wagon taillights… or is it a 1991 Pontiac Tran Sport?

Besides the hideous grille, surprisingly conservative compared to Honda’s recent designs.

Big Improvement, but I disagree that it appears to be better than the Rav4, which is an amazing value and has solid styling and a nice interior (I test drove one)

kinda looks like a cross between a Volvo XC90 and a Merc R-class wagon. Very ugly looking to me.

Looks great to me. MUCH better than the current one!

wow… you people blind? the curve of the side glass doesnt match the roofline… that looks terrible… the front bumper looks like it was designed for another car… theres no continuity to the design…

the back reminds me of the XC volvo

Not only does the back quarter no look right it is a probably a safety hazard.

I just see a huge blindspot there.

Manny, I’m with you.

I’ve always thought that the CR-V was an ugly, conservative, bland BOX on wheels.

But seeing this redesign, with lines that cause confusion, I’m at a loss for words as to how this can be viewed as acceptable by anyone.

Still Ugly

Is this CRV going to be sourced from the UK like the current model?

Obviously, different designers were responsible for the front, sides & rear of this vehicle. And they must have just text-messaged each other, if there was any communication at all. The one responsible for the front should be shot.(well, at least, fired)

Yikes. The grill, the C-pillar…..not so good.

They is trying to make it look like an Un-SUV

The best CR-V yet, much more classy.

This doesn’t stand a chance against the the hot Equinox/Torent in the market, so why bother?

The front is OK apart from that Undergrille. The side defies logic but the rear is passable

“This doesn’t stand a chance against the the hot Equinox/Torent in the market, so why bother? ”
-Anonymous

Okay, just read to what you’ve typed. Get it through your head. You’re completely incorrect. I wouldn’t be surprised if this drastically outsold the Equinox and Torent combined!

“I wouldn’t be surprised if this drastically outsold the Equinox and Torent combined!”

Nope, doesn’t stand a chance in hell of matching those two. I think my old Tracker was a better SUV than this pile o doodoo.

And at least I am doing my duty buying GM made cars made here in the US

How would you know? You’ve never driven the new CR-V. In fact, the chances of anyone here having driven it are extremely low. I know I haven’t driven it either, so maybe it will be crap, but judging by how Honda’s been doing, it’s safe to say that the chances of it being crap are really low.

By the way, do you know how to read? Plenty of GM cars aren’t made in the US. And it’s not an American’s duty to buy GM cars. If anything, it’s an American’s duty to choose what they want. What’s the point of America’s democracy if we were obligated to choose certain products over others that we’d prefer? You make no sense and you seem to always contradict yourself.

Alright, put the disguise back on. I’ve seen enough. Can you disguise it to look like some sort of German coupe?

Anybody notice that, from the front, it looks like the VW Fast?

It’s F’UGLY !!

Looks very nice, and certainly cool for a Honda. The reason I say that is because of the average age for a Honda owner, which is………..old. This will definitely be bought by much younger people.

Wow, that’s a ugly car.

Don’t even respond to that Anonymous idiot who jacks off GM in every one of his posts. He is not to be encouraged or taken seriously.

Anything has to be better than the current model, but this is truly a Honda misfire. I agree with Cleet (#18) on the overall analysis. Finally, with everyone guessing on who they ripped off for the tail lights, my vote goes to the Saab 9-3 Sportcombi (saw my first one yesterday – someone actually bought one!).

Wasn’t the tracker made in Japan? I mean it was basicly the same as the Suziki Samurai.

I love it! I’m going to buy 1!!!! Honda does it again!

My only critique would be the back lights, which I didn’t like on the first, second, or this new generation. Don’t like them on the Volvo or Saab either. Look forward to seeing the interior, though. If they stick the Civic engine in, and keep the refinement to the typical Honda level, I expect it to be a big hit in this era of downsizing.

R-E-F-I-N-E-M-E-N-T. Something the Equinox and Torrent can only dream of.

I bought my last “domestic” car in 1980. My last three have been Japanese vehicles, one built there, two here*. All three, in longevity and durability, long outlasted my last domestic. As I gear up to buy a new car next year, I will give all attractive choices a fair shake – but expected longevity and durability will ultimately win out.

It would be nice if one of the domestic 2.5 qualifies this time.

*Japanese-bred, US built. So I employed Americans making a decent wage. Unlike buying, let’s say, a Chrysler 300 or Ford Fusion.

Kudos Dave M. My last cars have been mostly Honda’s and two Toyota’s mixed in. At the moment I have a BMW, and it’s been pricey for maintainence, but it hasn’t let me down in the 55,000 miles that I’ve owned it. My Honda’s though (Including a 2000 CRV), they were well built and never let me down either. And kept each for well over 100k. The only reason I got new ones was because I just like cars, gotta have the newest kid on the block But they were (mostly) flawless for the time that I had them. My time with my first Toyota was unfortunately cut short due to an accident and my gf has a new RAV4 at the moment that has been great.

I was awaiting the new CRV, but bought the RAV due to a 269hpV6 that is at the moment garnering 27mpg with mixed driving. Nothing, not even the CRV can match that kind of efficient power on the market at the moment. But it does look like a decent offering.

Not digging the overbite though…

Actually, the Tracker, the Samauri, the Equinox and the Torrent are all made in Ingersoll, Ontario Canada, which I guess makes them all imports if you are in the USA. As far as the CR-V, it looks OK to me, but I simply do not see the point to any of these crossover SUVs. If you want an SUV, get a Hummer or a Land Rover, if you prefer a car with lots of room, there are lots to choose from. My current favorites are the Dodge Magnum of for import lovers the BMW Touring but there are many other fine choices, and they will all be a better drive than any crossover SUV.

The crossovers are just modern day “Custom Cruisers” and other station wagons from the eighties. They have the ride hieght that people want from a truck based SUV, but with a better ride and better fuel economy. If you don’t tow a boat or a large camper, they make large truck based SUV’s like the Suburban/Tahoe/Yukon seem like overkill.

The Magnum rocks btw!

Paul, I understand that some people like the higher ride height, but I am not one of them. Higher vehicles simply do not handle as well. You cannot defeat the laws of physics. I agree that these crossovers make more sense than truck based SUVs for most drivers, and I understand why some people like them. I am not one of those people, but then I currently drive a MINI Cooper S, so I am looking for a different kind of ride.I have owned over 50 cars, mostly imports, and I love driving, so a CRV type vehicle is not for me, but I understand that many others like them. To each his own.

Thought NAFTA meant that Mexican and Canadan imports were deemed domestic

This car is so cute it looks like it is smiling at you, Ahhhhhh. It looks different it’s a Honda it’s gonna sell.

No way, Jose.

It’s an odd-looking thing. The front looks a bit like the Kia Sorento, except that the Sorento looks better. The mismatched roofline and the side window profile is hideous.

Sadly, it looks like this was designed by the same ‘team’ who did the new Civic… Can you say F’UGLY. The current one is better looking.. as was the previous Civic.

They also need to give that goofy C-pillar treatment back to Infinity or even Buick..

Wow, it looks like the pictures were taken in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Can anyone confirm that?

It looks like a mini-hearse!

No no! The PT Crusier is the mini-hearse!!!

Still ugly.

My mom looked at a black Porsche Cyenne the other day and said “What a strange looking hearse!”

I agree, the C pillar are ugly. No flowing line at all. I wish they got rid of the small grille and make it grilleless to accentuate the details of the front bumper which look nice.

I live near canute’s ford aka Knutsford in chehsire where they sell more Cayennes than anywhere else on earth

Honda has these interesting design like the Euro Civic. It’s not boring, not good-looking, and not conservative either. It seems like it’ll have a bigger cargo volume too from looking at the back and c-pillar.

No where near as compeptent as the Pontiac Torent or Chevrolet Equinox. Sales are going to be in the toilet for this.

Y’all are looking at the start of Honda’s demise. Go back to China boys, you don’t belong on my roads. Them roads are designated GM roads only

Anonymous – uh, yeah. I know you’re a troll, but sadly there are people who have real opinions that reflect yours.

The proverbial cat got out of the bag in 1973 with the first oil crisis, when all Detroit had as an answer to the superior Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla was the Vega, Pinto and Gremlin.

30+ years later, even with import restraints, etc, the domestics still can’t field a car comparable to the Civic or Corolla. How sad.

should of kept its desigise.

disguise. wrong spellin

What an ugly piece of ****. Ugh!

At least its engine isn’t made in China like that of the Equinox and Torrent

look at it’s history bozo. It is a Honda, therefore it will out sell every one else, whether you like it or not. looks don,t play into this equation, look how well the old one sold.Oh and your godd ol Amer. car will break while mine runs

When was the last time Honda let the cat out of the bag? Honda is the most secretive auto manufacturer on the planet. that Bumper is obviously from a existing model put on as a diversion to throw us all off track.
I will bet when the CR-V comes out it will look quite a bit different than the pic.

#56 – the first pertinent comment to this thread thus far. Everyone else’s opinion seems to be just that… opinion. Perception of style is objective, everyone knows that. Honda is throwing you guys a curve ball. However, if this really is close to what it will look like, I may wait for it to come out and then storm the dealers to buy a discounted ‘06. Those are good looking and already showing heavy discounts in anticipation for the 07.

I personally don;t think the car is innovative enough. It is pretty much like all the other SUVs out there at the moment. A lot of other people feel the same way on this blog to: http://www.2talkabout.com/honda

The best CRV. Though it has a couple of ugly spots, it is much better than the competition out there. I dont care if any part of it looks similar to other vehicles. I will have one for myself.

I am soooo disappoointed!!! I have been driving my 2007 crv waiting for the new 2007 and just had my first peek. It really makes me sick. I want the outdoor look back! Put the tie back on the outside. The tapered windows are horrible. Nothing grabs your attention on it. Ihave 190,000 on my car and I can not wait for the next design, and I sue can not buy this. I have to start from scratch!! RAV4? Honda, please say this is a big joke and release a stylish new CRV!! The staight lines on the original is still the best CRV design. Go back to that and cool up the interior adn kick in the Hybrid option as a price that does not cost more than the gas savings. AAAAHHHH I am frustrated!!

Much “more classy”? Or “classier,” if you ever learned to conjugate!

One word… YUCK!

The double-grill in the front and the C-shaped pillar make this SOOOOO ugly — how disappointing. A few weeks ago, after seeing this new design, I ran out and replaced my old CR-V with a 2006 while I could still get one… instead of waiting for the 2007.

I think I’ll wait for the next CR-V major redesign and pass on this one, thank you very much.

So far, I like the looks of the new CRV–but looks are deceiving as I have found. From the photos, drive bys and reports, I had my heart set on ordering a 4 x 4 sport 6 cyl. until I sat & drove a RAV4 (06)this week. Cheesy inside–seats are narrow, short, cheapy fabric on seats and top of door panel, knobs look like they will fall off on radio/CD, the shift lever is not quality either, the glove box area is a small storage area with a button that pops it open which (I predict) won’t last very long. Oh, wait till you try and position your seats–how backward the levers to go up and down–maybe the Limited with the 6 way power seat alleviates all of that. Where is all the space they say exists on the RAV4? They say it will sell rings around the new CRV. Must just be outside eye appeal because side, front and back (especially the Sport’s 18″ alloy wheels), etc. are nice looking–the ant. however is a disaster. Just like Saturn’s VUE, the outside is appealing, but when you get into it—how disappointing. No quality like Honda. I love my 1999 CRV–yes, it lacks a lot–but it is comfortable–not bad looking on the outside and very functional the way it is–good planning and plenty of space for me, nice fabric. It could have a little more power, but the new model should have enough for me. The RAV4 reports I read by almost everyone say it is spacious, comfortable, on and on–ha!!!! Now, who must have paid for those reviews??? Drive one, let me know what you think. If you don’t mind the inside quality, don’t care about your seating/driving comfort, then you will buy one. I am anticipating sitting/driving the new 07 CRV and I hopeful that I won’t be disappointed with the quality. Knowing Honda’s commitment to reliability & quality (we have an 04 Acura TSX as well),I am sure I won’t be disappointed.

I personally think this car is ugly. When I first saw it, my first thought was “ew, that’s the new CRV?” I think the redesigned Toyota RAV4 looks MUCH better.