2008 Honda MR-V review

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The Honda MR-V offers traditional SUV versatility with eight-passenger seating in a refined and comfortable package. It is powered by a 3.5-litre iVTEC V6 engine making 280bhp and 382Nm of torque and comes in 2WD and 4×4 guises. Honda’s Variable Torque Management 4WD (VTM-4) system provides

front-wheel drive for dry-pavement cruising conditions and engages all-wheel drive when needed. Power to the wheels is supplied via a five-speed automatic gearbox.

Standard comfort and convenience features on the MR-V include tilt steering wheel, power windows and door locks, cruise control, keyless entry, 60/40 split

three-passenger second row seat and a 60/40 split three-passenger third row seat. For child seats, the second row has two outboard Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) attachment points and second and third row seats have child seat anchor tethers.

An independent front and rear suspension and a rigid unit body structure help provide a comfortable and refined ride. Additional premium chassis components

include power-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes, variable power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering and 16-inch alloy wheels.

Available in two guises – EX and EXL – the midsize Honda MR-V gives buyers a decent choice of standard equipment, good performance and handling, quality components and excellent value. With space enough for eight adult passengers and lots of cargo, the MR-V is packed with the characteristics and

utility that has made SUV variants the favourites of people looking for more practical utility than they can find in the typical sedan.

Typically Honda in its engineering, the MR-V is a capable vehicle but has yet to really capture the imagination of those looking for a proper SUV, loosing

out to its Japanese rivals on true blue off-roading capability.

Technical Specifications

Engine 3.5-litre V6

Power 280 bhp

Torque 382 Nm

Transmission Automatic

Price Range

Starts from UAE Dirhams 110,000- upto -124,000*

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