Or how about a Sidekick LX, which boasts a kicky high-def screen and "mood lights" that change color to signal just who's calling.

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But mated with the standard 5-speed automatic transmission (only the base LX is available with a 5-speed manual) in a vehicle that weighs just 2, 855 lbs, performance is acceptable.

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The bottom line: Toyota Camry LE has a company brand image, while Honda Civic LX has product brand image, which make it difficult for the two companies to generate the necessary Word-of-Mouth and buzz to keep the two models on the best-selling list of consumers.

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The CR-V comes in two- and four-wheel drive LX, EX and EX-L versions that all get a combined 23 miles per gallon and offer standard features including remote entry, chrome trim, halogen headlights and MP3 compatibility.

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