Video: 2007 Honda CR-V

So we're gonna spend some time with it today and show you the ins and outs. One of the most important parts of any SUV is how easily it is to reconfigure the cargo area for maximum utility. And the Honda CRV, that's one of its weak points. It takes a number of steps to move the seats forward, to expand the cargo area. And we'll walk you through it right here. There's one latch on top of the seat that you had to pull first, put the seat down once. Then you have to reach in and pull another strap to move it forward. Now you think that would be it, but you have to do one more maneuver. And this is this little hook here, and latch it to the side of the car itself. So it stays in place and it's secure. As you can see, once the seats are in position, there is a large cargo area revealed. The CRV also comes with what they call a cargo shelf instead of a standard cargo cover that a lot of other SUV's have. It's an interesting way to go. It has two different sides, the hard plastic side and a soft carpeted side. Only the soft carpeted side can be done in the shelf mode. It then can lie flat against the ground, with either the plastic or the carpet showing. Only problem is as a shelf, it can only hold 20 pounds. So I don't think you can put a ton of groceries or anything else on it. Honda's done a great job with the cabin of the new CRV. There's lots of upscale touches, especially around the steering wheel and a high mounted shift lever, which can be a little disquieting to some when they first see it, but it becomes very easy to use after a few days. Steering wheel is tilt and telescoping, so it can move up, down, in, and out. So drivers of any height can get very comfortable with that. There's also lots of cargo area in the CRV. There's a hidden compartment right here. You can store whatever you'd like in it, but it's not lockable. And of course, a standard lockable glove compartment underneath that. You also have a center console here. In some models, it's a permanent center console. This is actually one that moves. It flips down and it gives you space in between the seats. I have no idea why you need space between this front seats here, 'cause you really don't want anyone walking in this small area. But otherwise it has two cup holders here, some nice cargo trays, and this is also your MP3 jack and auxiliary power are. <v Announcer>For additional information on this car or any other, go to cars.com and our blog KickingTires.