Honda CR-V (07-12) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 06 Aug 2012
4
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.

3.5 out of 5

Safety

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  • Adult Occupant Rating

    4 out of 5

  • Child Protection Rating

    4 out of 5

  • Pedestrian Test Rating

    2 out of 5

The CR-V, like the Civic and FR-V, was only awarded four stars in Euro NCAP crash tests when most alternatives have achieved the maximum five stars. It comes with plenty of safety equipment though, including electronic stability control, front, side and curtain airbags and Isofix child seat mounting points plus the front head restraints are designed to help prevent whiplash injuries. EX models are also available with Honda's Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS). This monitors the distance and closing rate between the CR-V and the car directly in front of it, warns the driver when a collision is likely and helps reduce impact when a collision becomes unavoidable The EX model is offered with optional adaptive cruise control, which automatically maintains a set distance between the CR-V and the vehicle in front, and 'collision mitigation braking system' which senses that an accident may be likely, warns the driver and starts braking.

4.5 out of 5

Reliability

Honda's reputation for reliability is one of the best in the industry. We don't expect any major problems with the CR-V.

Car check problem points

Body

No problems reported.

Engine/Gearbox

No problems reported.

Other

No problems reported.