The 2008 Honda CRV is a great vehicle for a small family. It has a very high safety rating. The back seats fold up to accommodate larger items in the hatchback hold. It also features anchors so that you don't have to buckle in car seats. Aside from oil changes, radiation changes, and gas, there is very little maintenance.

The Honda CR-V is absolutely the best car I have ever owned. It's quiet on the road. It has plenty of storage and I love the oil life sensor. Get's down to 30% and off to get the oil changed. The steering is tight and it holds the road well. Last winter I was able to pull through what I thought would be an impossible ditch during an ice storm. I would love to get our college aged daughters each one of these. I believe they wouldn't think the radio is loud enough, which is the only complaint my wife has ever made about it. The center console could be a better design with storage but on the other hand there is an extra glove compartment. All and all this is a great car. It feels safe. It also has excellent gas mileage.