Honda CR-V (07 on) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 23 February 2011
Honda's CR-V is one of the UK's favourite 4x4s at a time when they seem to be coming under ever closer scrutiny by legislators and pressure groups. Far from being a polluting, inefficient monster truck, the CR-V is whiter than white. It takes up no more road space than a family saloon (it's shorter than the Honda Accord), returns fuel consumption of up to 44mpg in everyday driving, and its front end has been designed to cause minimum damage to pedestrians in an accident. This model is also less thirsty, less polluting, more practical and better to drive than its predecessor. It's also available with Honda superb i-CTDi engine - one of the best diesels around.
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Buying new

The CR-V isn't particularly cheap, but it does come very well equipped and represents good value for money compared to premium alternatives like the BMW X3 or Land Rover Freelander. It's a popular seller though and so negotiating a discount with a dealer may prove tricky, especially if you're after a diesel.

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Buying used

If you're after a stylish and good to drive 4x4 then the CR-V is a good choice, although be aware that its off road ability is quite limited. It's not a very common sight at car supermarkets so Honda dealers are a good place to start looking.

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Selling

The CR-V, like its predecessors, is a popular car and you should have few problems selling one. The diesels are the most sought after but any well equipped and cared for model will sell quickly.