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Honda has outdone themselves with their first attempt at a diesel SUV. It provides an excellent smooth ride, and the 4X4 capabilities have been designed to enhance the on-road experience more than for off-roading. This unconventional approach has proven to be a great success. The Honda CR-V is a must on your short list.

Honda CR-V sports a diesel engine and is Honda's contribution to the booming SUV market. The company has focused its efforts into making the CR-V a well rounded and competent on-road vehicle.

The CR-V offers an elevated driving position and some refined 4X4 qualities without the drawbacks that an actual 4X4 provides. The car comes with a choice of engines, the 2.0-litre petrol or the 2.2-litre diesel version. Both engine's effectively keep up with the competition and display the famous Japanese build quality.

Honda should do very well in the UK with their new CR-V. Diesel engines with manual transmissions are very popular with UK buyers, and the car's i-CDTi looks like it will be readily accepted.

Despite the Honda CR-V's size its controls are light and maneuvering the car is not a problem. Even on crowded city streets. The spacious cabin makes it an ideal family vehicle and the car should appeal to many segments of the market for its overall reliability and functionality.

The four-wheel drive system enhances the Honda CR-V on-road capabilities, but its off-road capabilities are not all that great. It makes more sense for buyers who intend to stay on the road, increasing the car's practicality and comfort while improving the overall driving experience.

The Honda CR-V is an expensive vehicle, but it does provide excellent value for money. Both engine options provide decent fuel economy, and the company's reputation for quality built cars helps to ensure a high resale value. Insurance and maintenance should be reasonably low too.

The CR-V comfortably holds four adult passengers with good legroom. Taller passengers may be slightly uncomfortable due to limited headroom. The car's boot is very generous and accommodates most packages without any problem.

The Honda CR-V main controls and dials are simple to read and easy to use. The controls all are large with a nice quality feel to them, and the car's backlighting is easy on the eyes and practical.

Engine and road noise are kept to a minimal increasing the comfort levels in the cabin. The seats are comfortable and supportive. Rear seats are a little less comfortable but it's slightly noticeable.

There is a slight step up when accessing the car's cabin and it may pose a problem for the elderly or otherwise physically disabled. Large doors open wide for easy access and egress into the cabin for most passengers. The tailgate also opens wide for easy access to the boot area.

The CR-V can be a little tricky to park. Its long body might be difficult for some drivers to judge distance properly. The drive position is high and that helps some, but buyers might want to play it safe and opt for the parking sensors as a cost option.