Honda

Honda CR-V

Price $25,990 – $35,450
Fuel consumption 6.4 – 9.2 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 82%(view ratings)
Introduced last year, the new CR-V is successful in the marketplace and returns unchanged for 2014. Whether equipped with front- or all-wheel drive, all CR-Vs feature the same drivetrain: a 185-hp 2.4L four-cylinder paired to a five-speed automatic. This proven team provides great fuel economy when Eco mode is activated. The range includes the front-wheel drive LX and EX versions, as well as the all-wheel drive LX, EX, EX-L and Touring trims. The roomy CR-V is built in Canada.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 82%
Driving 7/10
Safety 8/10
Interior 8/10
Reliability 9/10
Winter driving 9/10
Comfort 8/10

What's new in 2014

N/A

Pros

  • Good on gas, even without direct injection!
  • Huge interior and generous cargo space
  • Heated seats and rear back-up camera come standard
  • The bench really does seat three people

Cons

  • Road handling very neutral
  • Transmission doesn't have Manual mode
  • Dysfunctional controls and screens
  • Still no keyless start
  • No power liftgate

Recalls

none