Reviews: The 1997 Honda CR-V
By Tom Brown
The Honda CR-V for 1997
Made in JAPAN for Honda, the CR-V for 1997 is a contender in the 5-seat SPORT UTILITY 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $19,400 USD with a invoice price of $17,604 USD.
CR-V Dimensions
In 1997 the CR-V has an overall length of 177.60 inches and a width of 68.90 inches. It sits a total of 65.90 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 8.10 inches. Front headroom is 40.50 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the CR-V a turning radius of 34.80 inches. It uses 205/70R15 tires with a wheelbase of 103.20 inches.
Drivetrain
The CR-V comes standard with a 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Fuel Economy
The engine powering the CR-V gets 22 miles/gallon city and 25 miles/gallon highway off a 15.30 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the CR-V are also available.
Pricing
The CR-V retails for $19,400 USD with a invoice price of $17,604 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Air Conditioning. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists ABS Brakes, Alloy Wheels.
Exterior color choices include with interior choices of . The CR-V seats 5 people with 41.50 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is 36 months or 36,000 miles. It also has a 36 month/36,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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