Studious Evolution: CR-V follows proven formula, but lacks V-6

摘要

Going on sale Sept. 28, the new, third-generation Honda Motor Co. Ltd. CR-V compact cross/utility vehicle will be prominent mainly for what isn't there: an optional V-6. Whether it was good timing or a case of sticking to its broad corporate philosophy that prefers the most efficient option when possible. Honda engineers resisted the temptation to specify a V-6 for the CR-V. The decision - surely made some years ago - seems practically clairvoyant, as consumers appear weary of their disposable income being drained by USD3-a-gallon gasoline. Never mind every other competitor in this superheated segment now offers a V-6, including archrival Toyota Motor Corp., which for '06 finally added an optional 3.5L 6-cyl. for its RAV4.