Honda FR-V (2004 - 2009) 2.2 i-CTDi Sport 5d (2006/06) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

You've got kids but you don't want the usual MPV fare.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Think it looks great.

Would you buy this car again and why?

I'm hoping to keep it until I don't need another MPV.

What are you likely to buy next?

Something sporty.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£17,000

When did you buy the car?

April 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got £1k off list - quite pleased.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Didn't want another Zafira!

What was the dealer like?

Brilliant - would recommend Retford Honda to anyone. Second car we have bought from there.

What's it like to drive?

During the recent flood in Sheffield I was totally confident in the way it stuck to the road, went through large puddles and mudslides. It just felt totally 'planted'. The cruise control is fantastic - I use it every day on all sorts of different roads. The 2.2 diesel engine is quiet and refined yet punchy and I get over 45mpg on average - about the same as the Zafira I used to have which was fairly agricultural with not much grunt.

What's it like to park?

Parking doesn't seem to be a problem even though it is quite wide and the electrical folding mirrors are brilliant - I sometimes see a large vehicle coming towards me on a narrow lane, press the mirror button and then press again when they have gone past.

Have you had any problems with the car?

None - apart from recall this week for a valve but our car has been faultless.

What's most practical about your car?

The six independent seats.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

1) The dealer fit roof rails - they just make the car look great. 2) The middle folding seat - it's the biggest armrest I've ever had!