Car Review : HONDA - CRV 2011

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            Honda CR-V is one of my favorite car. I have just seen one of the CR-V 2011 fleets, it's of  my colleage.

1. Of course, the particular brutality I did not expect, but the car is a bit glamorous. Lines and shapes closer in style to the class of cars or minivans. The arcuate line of windows visually pulls and "down to earth" the car. Grille, made in an unusual manner for Honda, looks fresh. Only here the lower part of it is very similar to the good-natured smile, and solidity it does not add to the car. Perhaps, the car would look elegant with a lattice of classical shapes ...

2. Whatever it was, the evaluation of appearance has always been subjective, but the fact that the Honda CR-V is not faceless, and stands out from the stream - that's a fact. We have to think, that this goal pursued Japanese designers in the development of a new image for the family CR-V, and they definitely succeeded. However, restalingovaya model looks quite different from the Honda CR-V third generation, sales of which started back in 2007, that is, the new exterior can not be named, although it looks like it is still quite good.

3. As for planting in the car, personally I did not raise complaints. However, there is a suspicion that the undersized drivers and passengers would not be very comfortable as the bottom line because of the wide doorways threshold is a fair distance from the ground. The driver's seat is not difficult to adjust to yourself - it can be adjusted in 8 directions. That is, this option is only available exclusively to owners of Honda CR-V with the 2.4 engine in the maximum configuration Executive, all other trim levels will have to manually adjust the seat.

4. Next - ergonomics of the driver. Here feeling good - like the dashboard, everything is in place, there is no excess, and looks modern. Steering wheel with controls onboard systems - a decision which has become a classic, so deep in his description I will not, no complaints here, everything is traditional and predictable. The center console looks stylish layout does not cause rejection, however, in my opinion, the "big red button" turned out too big and makes a certain dissonance. Automatic transmission lever imposed on the center console, which is a typical solution for Honda cars, but a bit unusual for many motorists. Another prerogative of picking Executive, electric sliding roof, take advantage of me and could not - the weather was unsuitable.

5. Light colors, which is maintained cabin interior Honda CR-V, make the car visually more spacious. Sit back not as comfortable as the front, but quite comfortable. However, when traveling long distances I would prefer to take a seat on one of the front seats, rear passenger than to be "couch". Regarding the free space in the boot - nothing special Japanese competitors are not opposed - 442 liters, or 955, if you add up the back seat. In a class of crossovers have the results and is more serious. Incidentally, the back rest can be folded partially 60:40.

6. By way of claims for the operation was not found - the car behaves well in the corners, do not bite when braking and collapses into a deep roll with a sharp permutation. In this koldoboiny and ruts are not noticed - the suspension settings turned out successful. A little confused steering wheel - not enough information. More accurately be described as the lack of - and for both low and high speeds, it is equally easy to turn. By this I quickly got used to, but still ...

7. Dynamics in Honda CR-V is very decent, and the engine traction and neprozhorliv. Up to hundreds of car can accelerate in less than 13 seconds. Average fuel consumption for the test was about 13 liters per 100 km. The vehicle was operated in an urban environment with all elements in particular, ubiquitous stoppers.

8. I must say that the quality of off-road Honda CR-V I check failed - so measured the few deep puddles, climbed to a couple of curbs and everything.

9. But the car and not inspired confidence in a serious obstruction. In fairness, it should be noted that in the class of crossovers such dignity can boast quite a few.

10. Honda CR-V is a great choice for city driving, both in summer and winter, easily overcomes the snow in the yard or unpeeled road. But more should not count, despite the grandiose name-wheel drive system - REAL 4WD. Especially as permanent drive - front axle, and when you connect the rear wheels independently determines the transmission. And usually with the help of the rear axle hopelessly late - the car has time to bury the front wheels.

11. In general, by clearance, Honda CR-V wagon-road rather than off-road. For confident driving in vnedorozhya 1850 mm, the manufacturer, is too small. However, Japanese and do not position this crossover, as the conqueror of off-road.

12. Honda CR-V - Universal car for the city, a good choice as a family car. However, if we happen to leave and asphalt, it would be better for such a crossover than some squat sedan.

13. Overall, the car turned out quite good, although less practical than the Honda CR-V 2nd generation. The classic square-rectangular design was replaced by the now trendy "licked" lines, dimensions, unfortunately, have decreased. Meanwhile, due to the high level of security, rich functionality and comfort, the car is in high demand, even though a considerable cost.

14. Comfortable Recreational Vehicle - a comfortable car for enjoying the outdoors, this is how the name stands for CR-V. Well, the classification is quite controversial, both for urban crossover. What is this machine to rest, could not figure out, but for everyday use in a metropolis features Honda CR-V abound - check.

Car Review : Honda Pilot

SOURCE :  from the Anonymous Russian Car-Reviewer.

I've always had a weakness for big cars ... These machines instill confidence in their abilities, leave a feeling of safety and security. Today, car manufacturers offer a variety of large machines: the representation and full-size sedans, minivans and practical, and, of course, off-road vehicles. But the big sedans, as for me, not very practical, though looks very solid, and the design of minivans have never been particularly impressed. But SUVs - a completely different thing! It is this machine, in my opinion, claims to be the typical masculine car. No, there are, of course, off-road, whose design makes it easy to imagine driving a girl, but our guest today is not. Its design is not making a la unisex, and he looks serious and stylish. Today we will focus on eight-Japanese SUV Honda Pilot ...

1. Although personally I do not exterior causes association with the Japanese auto industry - Ruban shape reminded of the big American SUVs like GM. The resemblance is actually quite decent, and all because the engineered Honda Pilot in America. If we consider the Pilot from a distance, it is possible, perhaps even confused with crossovers of Nissan - Pathfinder and X-Trail.

No plagiarism here and does not smell, just the design of said vehicles are also used angles, the combination of simple shapes and lines. A massive front part is a bit similar to the Range Rover , possibly because of the huge rectangular headlight units. But at close range Honda Pilot looks quite individually.

2. In general, if we talk about the current car design in general, and on off-road vehicles, in particular, I note the predominance of car exterior lick shapes, rounded and soft curves. I would say more, serious, masculine and even brutal designs in the automotive market of the country is very small. And that is why the owner of Honda Pilot attention will clearly not be deprived.

3. If outside the Honda Pilot just seemed big, the driver's seat dimensions of the car struck. But as you know, fear has big eyes, and the master, I gradually got used to the size of this SUV. The first time I felt like a truck driver. No, comfort and sound are not to blame - just the high seating, again, impressive dimensions and respectfully give way to passenger cars led me to just such a comparison.

4. Well, about the size and conformation I said, the time to climb into the driver's seat. So landing - no problem, despite the very large threshold and height of the car. But motorists are not very tall, probably had a little trouble. The seats are comfortable, with a large arsenal of adjustments (by the way, all the adjustments - electric, very convenient) and the set of possible positions. High lateral support literally hugs the back - claims, probably not. But the location of the lever automatic transmission bit annoying until you get used to it.

5. However, to the ergonomics perhaps, and not to find fault - the instrument layout is thought out, they are quite informative and do not interfere with each other. The same can be said about the controls - in spite of the large size of the car, the driver's seat I never had to stretch to push one of the buttons on the center console ...

6. The purpose of a button or switch apparently due to large icons, the icons on them. I liked the rear view mirror with automatic dimming, which also displays an image of the rear view.

7. We were pleased with humidity control function in the climate system. The passengers of the second-row seats have the ability to regulate the climate in their area on their own - this is an additional power conditioning system that is located between the front seats. He also serves as an armrest for the driver and front passenger and a rather big roomy addition to the staffing "glove box".

8. Rear passengers can create yourself an extra comfort - rear side windows are fitted with special roller blind. On the second row seats are very many - the effect of vehicle size. But on the third row passengers will be significantly closer - there and the ceiling below and the rest is, however low and lean passengers will not have complaints, even if the three of us to get there. In general, I attribute this to the child seat places - and they had a good place to be, and slightly awkward access not burden.

9. The transformation of the passenger compartment at a height - you can only add a third row of seats, getting luggage decent size, but if you add more and a second series - get huge cargo compartment with a flat floor. Perhaps it is for this spare wheel is fixed underneath the car. And I like the ability to carry long loads and a few passengers at a time (the seat backs can be folded in a 60/40).

10. Oh, I almost forgot to mention - the rear seat backrest is adjustable tilt and move the seat forward or backward. Thus, the passengers of the car will feel very comfortable, you can even say, cozy ... The back door of the car is equipped with electric drive - like a small thing - but it's nice. Not without the traditional solutions in the form of a separately opening tailgate window.

11. At Honda Pilot is very good noise isolation - even at high speeds, the noise is almost inaudible. The Japanese decided to deal with the noise, not only by insulation coating and equipped the car an innovative system of active noise cancellation. The principle of this paper is as follows - two microphones record the noise in the vehicle, and the standard audio system reproduces the sound at a frequency chosen so as to muffle the noise. It seemed to me that even when driving on a dirt road roar noticeably quieter than other cars in the showrooms. Self-hypnosis? Hardly ... And the engine Honda Pilot is not the loudest - extra decibels of sound background in general does not add.

12. If we talk about the 249-horsepower engine - its capacity is sufficient for acceleration to a hundred in just 10 seconds. This is according to official specifications. I tried to pinpoint, it was about 11 seconds, although vouch for the accuracy of the measurement can not. In any case, for a two-ton vehicle rate is more than worthy. The volume of the engine is 3.5 liters, although, as I said, depending on the driving situation, it can vary widely. About the operation of the machine is nothing bad to say I can not, at all - timely shifting, responsive reaction to the kick-down, overall, I was pleased.

13. The only pity is that it is not able to test the four-wheel drive in harsh field conditions. In the small dirt Honda Pilot we still climbed, and he dealt with them effortlessly. But I venture to suggest that the full vnedorozhe is sufficiently severe test for this Japanese crossover - not known how to behave in the bearing body, say for diagonal display ... On the whole, bad roads, deep snow and a traditional Russian gauge any meaningful obstacle for the Honda Pilot will not and thanks for that. And for storming the slopes of ravines, windbreaks and driving on winter steppe there is a different class of vehicles.

14. What else do you remember best? Several distressed fuel consumption - its Honda Pilot «eats" in a heartbeat - no joke, 17, 95 liters of gasoline in city driving? Or maybe it's more my fault driving habits? Although there is not even on the official website stated rate 16.3 per 100 kilometers. It's good that Honda engineers provided a good way to limit the appetite. The name of this achievement and technical thought the Japanese technicians - VCM or Variable Cylinder Management. Depending on the load, the system disables the 1, 2 or 3 cylinders. In fact, the engine displacement can be, depending on the mode, 3.5, 3, 2.13 or 1.75 liters. I note that all happens invisibly - the time of such change, I try as he might, could not catch. And yes - fully the benefits of VCM will reveal only during long rides in a calm, Cruise mode. Here they are, the roots of American Honda Pilot - a great feature for long overseas Highway. Alas, it is virtually useless on bad roads or in urban bustle.

15. At the height of the car's handling, docile and predictable behavior of the car - much merit excellent stabilization system. It is hard to expect from such a large auto sharp steering, but nevertheless, he is a very distinct and palpable good feedback. Suspension good extinguishes small road imperfections at higher speeds, more serious flaws, such as the traditional Russian "slate" or deep potholes, slowing demand in order to avoid the buildup and breakdown of shock absorbers. That is, the main habitat for the Pilot - asphalt, and moderate off-road.

16. Technical specifications of this car make it an excellent choice for use as a family car. High fuel consumption is compensated by an acceptable level of comfort, impressive storage capacity and a limited capability to transform the passenger compartment. Honda Pilot is not just a crossover, this car is very versatile - a powerful, passable, roomy and at the same time, high-speed (maximum speed of 180 km / h does not seem unattainable height). The ability to protect the driver and passengers in the most adverse situations - that's another strong argument in favor of this giant. Why should only the strong and massive body. But in a serious arsenal Honda Pilot, among other things, there is an elaborate system of safety - in the event of a collision for the life of the people will fight active head restraints, three-point safety belts with the preload, 10 (!) Airbags and system for determining the position of the passenger. Do not forget about the active system, the main task - to prevent accidents ...

17. It is a pity, but, obviously, the ending will review a few crumpled - because much of what I wanted to talk about what is left in the shadows. In truth, a detailed description of all the advantages of Honda Pilot would take up too much space. But the general feeling of familiarity with the Honda Pilot, I hope I managed to convey accurately. If only briefly, with no arguments, and the details - this is a very decent car, fully justifying their own, quite frankly, not a small price ...

Car Review : Honda Civic 4D

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Today, the benefits of Japanese cars are known to all. High reliability, original design, and excellent dynamic driving performance, complemented by comfortable interior. Yes, Japanese cars are good, that's why their incredible reliability is legendary. However, they are more related to cars of previous generations, because new items have not yet had time to prove itself as it should, but the trend is, I hope, is clear.
Brand Honda is not an exception to the general rule - vehicles produced under this brand, are colorful and stylish design, sporty tetchy and high comfort. In any case, it seemed to me so recently tested Japanese sedan class golf Honda Civic 4D, courtesy of the official representative of Honda in Russia, the company Honda Motor RUS.
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1. I must say, Honda Civic - the car is very good, at least its previous model of 2006 has earned many warm accolades from owners. The popularity of this model has been so great that the months-long queues at car shows have become commonplace. Frankly, the updated Honda Civic 4D based platform 4-year-old. Yes, that's right - the Japanese decided that the car has not yet exhausted its potential and had a restyling of the popular model. In my opinion, nothing wrong there really is, quite the contrary - why not use a really good solution, which is the Civic? The more so for several years, which is produced car, even the few "children" of the disease, which could be the case for a long time are calculated and eliminated.

2. Alas, I was not able to get acquainted with the previous version of the sedan Honda Civic, so before you start dating with the new model, I learned a good feedback and reviews of the predecessor, published on the Internet. Well, I have to be aware of what exactly has changed, and in what direction ... Of course, ideally it would be good to test both versions, but such a possibility I was not. Well, let's settle for what was available.

3. And there I was not so little - Honda Civic 4D Executive in the maximum configuration with a 1.8-liter 16-valve engine and automatic transmission. By the way, the approximate cost of such a car is about 830 thousand rubles. Well, let's find out whether Honda Civic that kind of money. A first impression with the close acquaintance car left the most positive - swift silhouette, elegant lines and original shapes are not bored. In heavy city traffic so the machine does not get lost, do not dissolve in a great many look-alike clones. Well what can I say - Japanese designers eat the bread has not even nothing!

4. The differences from the previous model is clear - flowing lines became less, the car became sportier look, you can even say aggressive. The front end looks very dignified - polylines headlights combined with the new bumper Honda Civic 4D gives a kind of predatory squint. A new form of the grille fits perfectly into the design and does not look alien element. Slightly changed and rear optics - it designers have moved away from the traditional round elements and turn them into octagons. More changes I noticed, though no one walked around the car again ... Yes, they are, by and large, are not needed - the design of Honda Civic is still fresh and not look corny.

5. So, it's time to take your place in the cabin. Let's start from the back seat. Places - in abundance, and will not be closely and the three passengers medium complexion. I liked the fact that the rear passengers ceiling is not to "put pressure" on the head, even tall people comfortably located on the cozy "sofa". Subjective - creating the illusion of being in the car of a higher class. Why? It's very simple - on so many cars Golf class I sat in the back seat, I rest my knees in the back of the front seats. It is so, however, did not - I even made a special front seats pushed back, so to speak, for reasons of clarity. That is, this part of understanding Honda Civic 4D too successful ...

6. I move the driver's seat - there certainly is, what to look for. First of all, in the eye catches the instrument panel and center console. First, they are made in a single block, as it were, around the driver, and secondly - the very design of the workplace can be called futuristic. Basically, it is a merit tier instrument panel. A bit unusual, but the lack of originality Honda engineers do not exactly condemn. In the bottom box located tachometer, a set of warning lights and display "bortovik", and at the top - the speedometer and fuel level gauges and engine temperature. Bright blue instrument lighting, screens, standard audio system and climate control quite tiring to the eyes, and the readability of the information and its perception - at altitude. A small caveat - although personally I did not stop to read information from monitoring devices, it is possible that at a certain location in the steering wheel and the driver's low growth could be partially overlapping field of view of the dashboard.

7. Landing at the wheel raises no objections - sitting in a tough measure, and the adjustment system allows you to take the most comfortable position. The steering wheel moves in two directions, so that even the pickiest driver can choose an ideal location. Set of pockets and compartments for personal belongings enough to fit all the essentials that compensates for a small amount of a small box, traditionally referred to as the "glove compartment". What else to look for? I remember the sound, and it was remembered their "standard" - a typical head unit, a standard set of speakers ... Such a bright car like Honda Civic, I think that deserves a far better audio system, although the existing complaints there. Control of the media player using steering convenient and intuitive. Climate control in the car-band, the control algorithm complaints and questions they did not cause, with the work of his he copes by "5" - and what else is needed?

8. But the amount of luggage - 389 liters - seemed to me insufficient. For a fairly large sedan - it's not the value, the more that the same parameter is much higher than those of competitors. However, here, it seems to me, the amount sacrificed comfort in the cabin, especially in the back seat. However, if there is a need for free "bag-in-place", you can always fold the rear seat backs.

9. Let us turn to the most interesting moment of the test - test ride and features of the power unit. Let me remind you that all Honda Civic set the same 1.8-liter 16-klapannik. This motor carries a lot of potential, and is comparable in performance with some 2-liter counterparts. I liked the high-torque at any speed, the engine spins up instantly, in general, the horsepower Honda Civic in a very, very frisky. To check the engine in a "combat" conditions, I went to Moscow at night. Yes, this pair of "engine with automatic transmission" I must confess I did not expect - the dynamics Honda Civic cause involuntary respect. Start and accelerate to maximum speed in a matter of seconds - all this has led me to the state of ecstatic ... Moving at any speed by pressing the pedal feel solid acceleration, knowing that it is always possible to "squeeze" a little bit more ... Work 5-step robotic machine too pleased. Even the gear changes on their own, with paddles "petals", I was not able to surpass the automatic mode, the speed dial speed. This is the case when the control better person.

10. Sports events at Civic 4D does not take away. This is true not only of the power unit, because the character of the car has a huge impact handling. A Honda Civic operated perfectly. Nothing more and nothing less! Clear and predictable reaction of the car on the steering wheel, accelerator and brake can literally work wonders on the road. However, the cost to be careful, for the inexperienced driver steering wheel Honda may seem too "sharp", and together with the dynamic characteristics of this can be dangerous.

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12. So, what else can you say about the Honda Civic 4D? A car is definitely not "locked up" for use as a family - too frisky. But the practical interior was created, probably with the expectation of universal car. In general, how to use the car - only a matter of taste, but it is his possibilities are wide enough ... The downside? Of course, it is, as each car. Here are just a combination of advantages successfully masked from me bad moments and solutions. And this - the next praise the creators of the car. Is that on the curbs in search of a parking space is not particularly pokarabkaeshsya. In short, Honda Civic, and the already successful car got better. And, coming back to the question of the adequacy of the manufacturer's price, I can safely say - the car is worth it.