2012 HONDA CR-V EX 2WD

PRICE: $28,940 ENGINE: 2.4 L DOHC, V-TEC, EFI, five-speed automatic

FUEL CONSUMPTION: 6.9 L/100 km-7.9 L/100km POWER: 185 hp, 163 lb.-ft. torque

COMPETITION: Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape, Hyundai Tucson, Mazda CX5, Kia Sportage, Nissan Rogue

WHAT’S BEST: Luggage space, comfort, economy,

WHAT’S WORST: Sluggish in ECO mode, needs another gear

WHAT’S INTERESTING: Pull one lever and the rear seats fold flat