Honda CR-V
Honda CR-V technical data
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- The model name CR-V stands for "Comfortable Runabout Vehicle"
- More than 5 million CR-Vs have been produced and sold since 1997, sales tend to increase with approx 500 thousands sold per year since 2020
- The fourth-generation model has the largest boot in its class with 589 litres of usable space
- CR-V is also sold as the Honda Breeze in China since 2019
The Honda CR-V, introduced in 1995, has undergone significant evolution across its generations, particularly from 2000 onwards. The second generation (2002-2006) featured a 2.0-liter petrol engine producing 150 HP and 192 Nm of torque. The third generation (2007-2011) offered a 2.4-liter engine with 166 HP, coupled with a five-speed automatic transmission. In the fourth generation (2012-2016), the CR-V maintained the 2.4-liter engine, now delivering 185 HP, and introduced a more refined interior. The fifth generation (2017-2022) marked the introduction of a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with 190 HP and, for the first time, a hybrid powertrain combining a 2.0-liter engine with electric motors for a total output of 212 HP. The current sixth generation (2023-present) continues with the 1.5-liter turbo engine and an updated hybrid system, emphasizing improved fuel efficiency and advanced safety features.
In user reviews, the Honda CR-V is often commended for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and reliability. However, some owners have reported issues with the automatic start/stop feature and the Collision Mitigation Braking System. Additionally, certain models have experienced engine oil dilution problems, leading to recalls and software updates to address these concerns.
Is Honda CR-V a reliable car?
Honda CR-V is a reliable car. In terms of the number of defects found during annual inspections, the Honda CR-V scores better than 80% of other cars of a similar age tested.
According to these reviews, the highest reliability scores achieved Honda CR-V generation from 2010 to 2012, but the lowest reliability had models from model year 2017 to 2019 (which were in any case better than the average reliability for cars of this age), reliability scores vary quite significantly between generations of Honda CR-V. For more information, check the respective generation information.
Most Honda CR-V engines are chain-driven, which is considered more reliable than belt-driven engines.
Honda CR-V reviews
Total 24 Honda CR-V owner reviews
Pros: The perfect balance between fuel economy, off-road capability and highway stability. Consumption on the track, if you keep the speed to 90 kmh, is around 6l/100, in the city it starts to burn 9l. Pulls through muddy forest roads and snow without problems. Reliable and easy to repair. Capacious, spacious and ergonomic. Diesel powerful enough and good torque.
Folding back the front seat to create a comfortable sofa.
Cons: Low beam too dim (halogen)
Rear seats do not retract into the floor - can not get a flat surface.
Terrain would require a higher one, but then stability is lost in turns. Better not crawl to hard off-road.
Differential requires special Honda oil.
| Purchase year: | 2020 age of car 13 years) | Owned for | 45`000 kilometers (2 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.0 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 300 € (~ 150 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Relatively good passability. Good running qualities (with a 6 at 100 acceleration is great). Huge (with seats folded) luggage space. Full spare wheel on tailgate. Hatch, cruise,folding picnic table, seat heating. Consumption 5.8-6.6 on tarmac with 6th gear at 100kmh. Average around 7.8. Interior warms up very quickly in winter (incredible for a diesel). This is my 9th car so far, not thinking of changing. Very good value for money.
Cons: The steering wheel adjusts only in the upright position. The windscreen and side windows get very smudged when entering a puddle at higher speeds. Must use only specifieded oils. Very sensitive to fuel quality.
| Purchase year: | 2018 age of car 12 years) | Owned for | 33`000 kilometers (4 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 7.8 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: The engine and all electronics operated all 5 years without any problems
Cons: Right windshield wiper (when viewed from driver's side) is not suitable for winter conditions, because it’ s stem is a very long spring, as a result of a lack of power to gum properly pressed against glass. If you're in winter as a result of above minus 10 degrees below zero, then right wiper just glides over dirt. I think about this problem, multiple times said in service and it was as though they tried to tighten in spring, but it failed to prevent problem, because that is constructive.
| Purchase year: | 2012 new car) | Owned for | 180`000 kilometers (5 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 9.5 litres per 100km (30% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 1000 € (~ 200 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Reliable, surprisingly spacious, comfortable, functional, easily manipulated, sufficiently dynamic. 2. model plus that there is no middle console - you can navigate through all car. Fabulous picnic table - trunk floor. I don't know why new models do not see these "extras".
Cons: Fuel consumption, but if put in gas, then it is ok.
| Purchase year: | 2003 new car) | Owned for | 170`000 kilometers (14 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: A reliable car. Lot of space in back benches. Precise steering wheel. Cool table in luggage compartment, good transparency within a radius of 360 degrees. Separately opened a door for luggage, easy access to spare wheel.
Cons: High centre of gravity, therefore not so stable on bends.
| Purchase year: | 2006 age of car 5 years) | Owned for | 80`000 kilometers (11 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 8.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Durable running gear.
Cons: If equipped with additional gas unit, then you need to take into account that should be carried out every second year in valve adjustment, Japanese car, unlike German car valves shall be weak link, if use of gas.
| Purchase year: | 2008 new car) | Owned for | 100`000 kilometers (9 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 9.5 litres per 100km (50% urban driving) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Don't pisses off your mind. Nothing breaks suddenly. Always delivered me from point A to B and back. Always!!!
Cons: This car produced in England not in Japan.
| Purchase year: | 2013 age of car 8 years) | Owned for | 105`000 kilometers (3 years) |
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| Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
| Total cost of repairs: | 630 € (~ 210 € per year) | ||
Would recomend this car to the friend