HONDA 2023 2024 CRV HYBRID Sport Touring - 3000 mile update - A look before you buy!

Not a professional reviewer. Just for a consumer view. Let me know if you wanna see anything in particular :) Thanks
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[@jeschr3462]

I'm getting around 41.0 to as high as 42.5 mpg combined (approx. 70% street 30% highway with moderate traffic). The trick is to use B mode all the time, set the regenerative level at 2 for most times and switch to 3 or 4 on downhills or when approaching stop signs or stop lights. Switch it back to regenerative level 1 or 2 when accelerating. Its still pretty cold here in California and I suspect that my mpg will jump up in the late spring months to early fall. Another thing to add, when on B mode, putting it at max regenerative braking level all the time is bad for your hybrid system as well as on your engine. Setting it to max makes it so that it is harder for your car to get up to speed making you stress your engine more. Setting it to the lowest level when accelerating makes you accelerate easier and puts less stress on your engine.

[@KK-op9wm]

Totally agree! Also my experience!

[@texasjoe557]

Interesting. Thanks for the info

[@lofimusiq]

Woah thats pretty insane! I'm barely managing to keep at 37.5mpg combined and I drive likes its a prius lol. Doesnt using B mode mean you cant coast? I feel like it slows down waaay to hard instead of coasting to save gas? I'm only 170miles into my new Crv so I wanna get the best advice I can before i rack the miles up haha

[@KK-op9wm]

@@lofimusiq I got 45.1 mpg on my last tank and so far I am at 47.5 on my 3rd tank about half way done. I drive in B mode. You need to use the paddles in B mode to flex the braking.

[@jeschr3462]

@@lofimusiq you gotta set it to level 1 or 2 when you want to coast. if you put it at 3 or 4 you can really feel your car slow down when letting off the gas. I put it at 3 or 4 always when in heavy traffic. if your new to your car dont fiddle with the regenerative brake levels too much as that can be distracting. you dont wanna rear end somebody. all around, i use level 2 the most as its the most useful for all situations.

[@rvrn77]

I’m surprised about your mpg. I’m at 1700 miles on mine and my last 3 fill ups I’ve been over 40mpg. My last was 42.7mpg. My range has gone up also. I do use eco mode and drive mainly surface streets. I like all the modifications you’ve done to yours and look forward to what you do next and the next update.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Wow thats nice. Maybe i should have mine looked at. I do a lot of freeway though.

[@DrHondaCRV]

What kinda gas do you use?

[@rvrn77]

@@DrHondaCRV I use 87 octane and try mostly to fill up at a QT station. I’m in Arizona and know that our blend will change in April for the summer so I’m interested to see how the mpg will decrease especially with the continuous use of AC needed here. FYI the mpg is higher than what the car reads since I started calculating it like you mentioned in one of your previous videos.

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@rvrn77 i noticed the car does better on hot days. Been raining a lot recently here.

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@rvrn77 oh you have a non touring? I know that does better in MPG since its FWD instead of AWD

[@sharkhark]

Rare to get such honesty. Good and bad. Most want to only cover the positives and not admit any shortcomings. I'm between this and RAV4 the update appear to be longer and so I'll look at CRV but worried about gas mileage and I'm colder climate than you on East coast Canada

[@kingsolomon9397]

I really like my 2023 Honda Crv hybrid sport touring. The 1st New vehicle I've ever purchased. If you're considering buying one, you won't be disappointed.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Same Same!

[@ux.angela]

Love these updates! I ordered my CRV and should have in about 1-1.5 months so I'm excited! Im not sure if anyone answered this yet but when you remote start your car, whether through your keyfob or phone, when you get in you do have to fully start your car normally even though its "on". Remote start doesnt fully turn on the car and its kind of like a safety feature too so someone cant just get into your car and drive off with it. Hope this helps! 🙂

[@DrHondaCRV]

Ahhhh gotchya. Thank you. Makes sense then. And awesome! Congratulations. What model?

[@ux.angela]

​@@DrHondaCRVI realized I never replied to this comment 😅 I just picked up my car this past Friday. A Canyon River Blue Sport Touring 😊

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@ux.angela nice! Congratulations. Time for some chrome delete! Haha

[@agustindelgado1218]

Just sold my corvette for one of these

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@agustindelgado1218 youll love it. Especially being higher on the road

[@rich6023]

I have the sport 2 wheel drive with more than 3k miles. My city/hwy mileage is 42 mpg. Don't need the all wheel drive. Love the mileage, it's awesome.

[@kelechie8916]

How much was 2wd hybrid sport model?

[@rich6023]

35k and change. Mileage city/hwy combined is up to 44 mpg. I believe vehicle might have AI that adjusts gas engine vs electric motors based on your driving habits.

[@ok-nice-to-be-here]

Been following these. Loving the updates. Head-mounted driving videos would be amazing

[@DrHondaCRV]

Ill try to find a mount!

[@StacieS225]

Getting the same one (color, trim), but with black leather. Should be in around late April. Coming from a vehicle that averages 19 mpg and uses mid-grade gasoline, even 30 mpg will make a huge difference for me...especially only needing regular unleaded.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Ironically I ordered black leather. But this dual tone came. I’m still very happy with it. Yea i came from the same. Your fuel bill will be significantly less and less frequent too

[@apurvapatel932]

I am surprised from reading all these comments about mpg. I have AWD Sport (not touring) drove only 600 miles yet but getting only 27 mpg. I drive with care and don't go all throttle. I mostly drive between 35 to 55 mph. I guess it's because of Chicago cold i am not getting the mileage but still it's pretty low compared to what you guys are getting. Hopefully I will get more mpg from my car in summer 🙌

[@DrHondaCRV]

Dang that’s even worse. I wonder why such a big difference between everyone

[@Glad2BGolden]

@@DrHondaCRVDriver related.

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@Glad2BGolden i drive super cautious and never throttle

[@bewareofrats]

It’s the weather, running the heat keeps the motor running. 6000 miles on my awd sport touring, averaging 30mpg in Michigan.

[@apurvapatel932]

@@bewareofrats that makes sense. Whenever i turn up my heat, engine kicks in immediately

[@yukidear8424]

I have 45.5 most of the time - - Drive in Sport Mode with the left regen braking paddle pumped at least 5 times. That was a game changer for me. Ever since, I'm getting great mileage (45.5mpg has been the highest, but is consistent).

[@DrHondaCRV]

Wow that’s incredible. Especially in sport mode.

[@DrHondaCRV]

What did you get before. ? Mine drops considerably in sport

[@yukidear8424]

@@DrHondaCRV Even the dealer told me it would do the best in sport mode.

[@yukidear8424]

@@DrHondaCRV I think it was around 30 to 35.

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@yukidear8424 interesting. Ill try it when i reset the tank. Sport mode. Max regen

[@GreatStoryBroo]

Subbed w/ notifications on. I appreciate your updates and mods!

[@DrHondaCRV]

Thank you! Ill be sure to make some content this weekend.

[@daklight2792]

Thanks for doing these updates and reviews. Super helpful. The MPG is still my biggest concern with the new ones.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Yea, its been all over

[@Ithirahad]

CR-V hybrid fuel consumption is a mysterious magical thing. I have a previous-gen hybrid, and I get about 32-34 MPG when driving routes that are mostly on one of our large roads (Fruitville Rd.) but 40-41 MPG on another very similar road (US 41/Tamiami Trail). And that's independent of traffic conditions. Both are long, flat 50mph st/roads, only real difference is the lighted intersection frequency. Yet, dramatically different fuel consumption numbers. Go figure...

[@Yaboy83]

I have a Sport 2WD. Only about 500 miles but I’m getting 30 mpg right now. Mixture of highway and street. Based on this channel, switched to Normal mode and B on the transmission. I hope that better mileage will come after break in 1000 - 1200 miles. Bay Area dealer mark up was crazy for sport touring. The only thing I miss is the auto tailgate. Trying to find an aftermarket solution

[@johnmartin7158]

Is it legal in your country to do these mark ups on new vehicles. Does not seem fare to me.

[@texasjoe557]

Sport - so that means the hybrid correct? And only 30? wow.

[@marchellepope4879]

Did you find an after market solution?

[@kevinmain3399]

@@texasjoe557 i have a sport hybrid and im averaging 35 mpg in city.

[@texasjoe557]

@@kevinmain3399 - I have the hybrid and I'm averaging 40+ city using B mode. Yesterday, I got 45.7 on a 10 mile city drive, going the speed limit, no jack rabbit starts and full regen. *note- your average mpg is displayed in the instrument cluster, left of speedometer. To get the mpg for each trip, you have to use the panel display and tap the energy-regen (shows the powerflow) button where you'll get the trip mpg. If you know what I just said-- then I'm not seeing what you are seeing and I am stumped. I have noticed the sign recognition needs a patch. It misses a lot of signs and often displays something that was not there, ie 90mph in a 70 mph zone. Another issue is the rear camera. It's pretty bad at night when there are light sources from other cars or backing up into a lit garage, the glare renders it unusable and you have to do it the old fashioned way , using your mirrors.

[@fakcofee]

Prius behaves similarly in Eco mode. Makes your gas pedal less responsive and lowers your MPG a little. Makes no sense. I can see how you enjoy your car and try to get everything out of it. I like that

[@johnparise3147]

Hopefully with what you do on your podcast you might get someone's ear and be able to get them to do a patch to fix the several imperfections...two things my 2020 CR-V does not have are is 1. Sorting the Favorites in the car nav by distance and 2. Being able to modify the search area by a location (town, state, etc.) and the 2023 does not have either functionality to do either. There must be many others out there like me that would like to see the common sense changes made to the Nav system! Thanks for all of your help!

[@tyronejohn6291]

it is best for bumper to bumper city driving mostly you get 40-41.5 I have with CRV Touring just got it this week.

[@FrayAdjacentTX]

Should note that the "hybrid" (battery) can only drive the vehicle under low power demands. Any time you go above about 15% power, the engine comes on. It's ALWAYS running as a hybrid. Perhaps what you mean is running on battery alone, in "EV Mode" as it shows on the bottom left. The engine isn't there to "charge the battery". It's there to make the car go, but it can send some of the power to the battery, it's just usually less efficient doing that. Braking is ALWAYS regenerative. It's part of how the hybrid system increases efficiency. Regular cars waste all the inertia through brake heat... hybrids capture some of it. A side bonus is that our breaks will last much much longer! I've got about 700 miles on my silver Hybrid Sport Touring, and I'm digging it so far. I like the blacked out door trim. I'm going to do that. I added some red valve stem covers... I like the little pop of red. I might get adventurous and paint the calipers red someday.

[@BC-5888]

Thanks for these updated videos, they have been great. I have the AWDSport trim, still in break-in period averaging 32 mpg mixed driving. For city, was able to achieve 40 mpg in stop n go driving but could be better with warmer weather (Cleveland, Ohio). Warmest so far have been 60 degrees. It’ll be interesting to see how much better mpg heading into spring/summer. Experimented a little on Eco & Normal with B Drive mode, did not notice much difference thus far, but will need to conduct more tests to really determine the mpg difference.

[@DrHondaCRV]

So my latest tank ive been doing 46 streets 40 highway. Weird i know. Things I did differently: eco mode on freeway only. Honda mechanic explained to me that if used on streets it doesn’t allow fast enough acceleration for lights, so people push further on the pedal burning more gas. That its only good for slow acceleration differences like highways once up to speed. Also i did a 1 hour bout at 45-50 MPH. I found the car was most fuel efficient at this speed. And after 270 miles. It still reads 40.5 MPG. Even though ive done about 3-4 hours of highway (130 miles)

[@DrHondaCRV]

I did 67 mph for 1 hour today. It maintained 40 MPG

[@raman2820]

@@DrHondaCRV Man I could not be more thankful to you! I will try this and see what I get. Would you be kind enough to make a video on this? I feel like more people should know about this.

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@raman2820 ill get on it!

[@rgaysek]

Is everyone pretty much staying with Top Tier gasoline?

[@jakeyoung487]

I'm at 5000 miles with the sport hybrid. Avg. about 35.4 mpg (70% Hwy, 30% Street). I've been getting about 460 miles with a full tank of gas, and it was very disappointing (hoping for 500 +). So one day, I drove it down to 5 miles. Filled it up. Instantly got 502 miles.

[@KK-op9wm]

I’ve had the car one week with about 275 miles on it so far and mpg is 41.5 when I exited the car tonight says I’m getting about 525 to 550 per tank and this is on eco-mode.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Hmm interesting. Ill try to drive it down. I think that happened to me too once.

[@angusmacdonald5300]

Great consumer reviews!

[@Paulygoku]

car looks good, im getting 39-40 mpg on mine mixed driving , the chrome delete is a nice touch

[@VoicesofMusic]

Great vid tx

[@DrHondaCRV]

Thank you!

[@kalyasi1]

Thanks for the videos. I ordered my Sp Touring on the 13th of Jan and it just got done with Production. Not sure when I will get it. But I keep following your videos and am going copy most of the updates you do because I like it.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Awesome! Thanks for the sub

[@savelikeaprowithleah5157]

Amazing Content! Thanks for Sharing! I just got CRV Hybrid. When i booked the car, they told me it can take up to 3 months to get. But next week car already here. I have the same color as yours. But it's the Sport model though!

[@DrHondaCRV]

Awesomeee! Congratulations. 🎉

[@pbmcgme176]

Toyota has their hybrid models down pat. Their EPA numbers are also on target if not underrated. I have both a rav4 hybrid and a camry hybrid and I get 44 mpg and 51 mpg respectively. I planned on trading in for the CRV but I was waiting to hear back from current owners regarding mpg. I am hesitant bc the last CRV hybrid model also was very poor with economy and claimed higher numbers. I drive my Toyotas normally without thinking about mpg and they are still stellar. I was really hoping Honda could finally compete on that level as I've always been a Honda guy but theres no point in spending 40k+ for dismal fuel economy even when feathering the throttle.

[@DrHondaCRV]

if you're getting 44mpg on your rav4, then keep it, I can't hit that number.

[@rich6023]

I am currently getting 44 mpg combined city/hwy 2023 CRV Hybrid Sport 2WD. My mileage keeps going up. Currently 10k miles on vehicle. I use for heavy UBER and get as many hwy miles as city miles due to freeway travel. I am starting to believe vehicle computer has AI that adjusts gas engine vs electric engine based on learning driving habits.

[@willowcairns]

The seat belt for the middle seat in the back, you can unclip it from the harness on the seat and the stows away nice in the roof.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Oh good to know!

[@davoncci]

What part of the roof?

[@willowcairns]

@@davoncci where the belt comes down from.

[@blakecallahan3837]

I’ll add my info, got the sport with AWD upgrade, and am getting 36.5 after 800 miles. Mostly highway, and I see it average down during highway trips and up during city driving. Awesome work on the window trims, it looks great! I did them as well but am waiting for a second order of square shape vinyl, for the back windows. We’re you able to do the back window with the 2 inch?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Not without a seem. But I ordered a 2x5 ft roll so i could re do them perfectly. Thanks for the MPG info!

[@blakecallahan3837]

Yeah, and thank you. I did the hyper dip on the back and that worked great.

[@hlc22391]

Sport touring awd 3800 miles averaging 33.2. I see a big difference in the city vs the highway. 41-45 City 27-33 on the interstate running 73-75 mph.

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@hlc22391 weirdly enough. Mine randomly did 46 MPG on highway for 1 hour driving. At 67 MPH…. Usually it hits 34.

[@annpearce3548]

Very comprehensive review, thanks.

[@CK-cz6ml]

Purchased mine today! Canyon River Blue

[@DrHondaCRV]

Congratulations!

[@kencox2690]

I appreciate you doing these update videos on the 2023 Honda CR-V touring Sport. Also wanted to know if you have a video on the vinyl on the windows chrome trim blackening like you had for the badges hyperdip. Would love to see that Thank you

[@DrHondaCRV]

I did film it! Just have to edit and piece together. No one seemed to view the hyperdip one so i been lagging haha.

[@bewareofrats]

@@DrHondaCRV chrome delete looks great, thanks for posting. Would also love to see a follow up video if you end up blacking out the front silver pieces. Considering doing mine as well.

[@harshitsood8903]

Hey! Amazing videos! I have learned quite A LOT from your videos. Thank you for all your efforts! :) I have 2 questions for you. 1. Is the grey-black two interior good? As in I'm bit concerned about the maintenance/cleaning the grey part on the long run. 2. I don't remember where but I read somewhere that if you keep normal (or maybe eco) in city and sports on Highways, you get better mileage. Have you seen this? If not, maybe you can experiment and share.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Thank you! I love it. It doesn’t stain or anything. Still looks brand new. Easy to clean since its leather. Any spills wipe off. Ill test out changing modes btwn city and highway and let you know!

[@harshitsood8903]

@@DrHondaCRV that's great to hear! Thank you :)

[@ozarka7554]

Hi, I might of missed your link for the blinds spot mirror attachment. But I was hoping you could point me to the right direction. I like the ones you have

[@teribear928]

My first hybrid. I drive a lot of miles. Hoping I like it as much as my 2014. It's an expensive psyment

[@MrBritrider]

The raised portion of the floor at your head helps if you snore lol!

[@tyronejohn6291]

The car gets its best mileage when mostly city driving iam getting 41-43 and change in the 2 weeks I have my sport touring hybrid .

[@DeflectionMode]

We have two 2023 Honda CRVs and they both are making noise in the front of the car. Sounds like a rattle by the windshield or dashboard, I have taken both of them to the dealership since they're still under warranty and they can't figure out what it is in neither vehicle. One of my CRVs is the EXL and the other like yours, the hybrid sport touring. I also find that the auto climate control doesn't work properly specially using heat unless put on very high level on both vehicles. I'm usually very satisfied with Honda CRV vehicles but not this time around.

[@RyanPatrick85]

Was wondering when your next upload would be. I'm going to echo another comment on here - I'm kinda surprised you're seeing lower mileage. I'm seeing 36-38 mpg (low-40s for the first day or so after filling up). I find driving a Hybrid means I have to think alot about what Mode I'm using. I only use ECO when I'm cruising at high speeds on the freeway in cruise control. Most other driving is done in NORMAL. If you leave it in ECO, you have to mash the accelerator which takes it out of EV too quickly. I only use SPORT for climbing hills. I find I can keep it in EV for super long stretches - not just the 2 miles you mentioned. Probably has something to do with how much the battery is charged. And since it's been so cold, the gas engine kicks in for a little while until the cabin heats up, then I find it flips back to EV as long as I'm not mashing for the gas. Loving the chrome delete. I bought the kit but haven't had time to install. How's the Hyperdip holding up? I've talked to some other folks who say it fades from black to grey really quickly. Are you seeing any fading?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Do you have a touring as well? Or just hybrid? Yea whenever the heater is on it goes straight to gas. Ill try eco once im up to speed on the highway. My hyperdip still looks dark and great. I assume that maybe in a year that may change? If so im sure there will be metal black emblem covers available by then. I see them for the rav4s.

[@RyanPatrick85]

@@DrHondaCRV I have the Sport Hybrid. When I looked at what the Touring trim offered, there wasn't too too much difference for the extra cost. I keep meaning to shoot pics for IG but I've just been too busy for personal work. Curious if you see any results when playing around with the driving modes. Takes some getting used to. Went to DTLA and Hollywood the last couple nights so my mpg is shot to hell on this tank. Still only filling up every two weeks now, instead of each week like with my 2020 Accord Sport 1.5T.

[@rvrn77]

I have the sport also and I’m thinking our tires are 18 inch and the touring has 19 inch tires. I do t know if that makes a difference in our better mileage????

[@texasjoe557]

If you can add more information to your mpg update it will give us viewers more context. Some examples would include what state are you in? Ac/front defroster on? Which gas and how many % ethanol is it? Are you a muscling the car? I ask because when my son uses my car he gets 35mpg but when I drive I get 41. Thanks! Nice video and i appreciate your feedback

[@DrHondaCRV]

California. 70% highway (avg 35-36 for highway trips) 30% streets (33-36 mpg range) AC, defroster, heater rarely used. Always 75 deg out here. Costco 87 Top tier gas only for 4000 miles. It says 10% or less I believe at the pump. I never accelerate hard. I try to stay in EV mode as long as i can take it. I drive 67-69 mph on freeways. Never more.

[@texasjoe557]

@@DrHondaCRV Okay! That definitely helps understand the conditions completely. It is a bit perplexing albeit disappointing in your situation. Thank you for the additional information

[@umairahmad6261]

Great update. I will probably buy out my lease on a 2020 crv touring non hybrid

[@SUTIKNORJ99]

My first time buying car....and it's funny because you ...hahah...so ...please make sure updated your car ...I'm feel you my leader....hahahaha.....

[@drewshbag7324]

are you happy with the color? I think im going to get the meteorite gray too! hopefully easier to keep clean than black

[@DrHondaCRV]

Yea. I love the color. Super sleek.

[@Erik_Nordlund]

Looks good with the window trim blacked out. Looking forward to that video! Have you noticed any issues with cell service and the ceramic tint?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Actually. Maybe haha. Not generally. But rarley can cut out.

[@Erik_Nordlund]

@@DrHondaCRV interesting, thanks for replying! One more thing, have you been able to test if the navigation view in the instrument cluster will show directions from CarPlay? I’ve seen some people saying it would only work when the phone is plugged in on older models, but it’s hard to find this info

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@Erik_Nordlund it works with wireless apple car play. On the left side. But only with apple maps.

[@Erik_Nordlund]

@@DrHondaCRV awesome, that’s exactly what I was hoping for. Thanks again!

[@ElenaRodriguez-lo9dp]

Thanks for your videos, have been really helpful. I would like to know if you have had any problems losing power going uphill? I have CRV Sport Hybrid and engine revs and mpg starts decreasing.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Yea thats normal. Inclines are a lot more work to go uphill. Imagine riding a bike uphill. You gotta pedal hard. Engine needs to be at higher rpm to maintain speed which drops mpg

[@davidhasson1349]

LOVE IT!

[@PostprandialTorpor]

Yes, if you listen to Alex on autos review of the hybrid, he said that it seemed the powertrain gearing seem to be tuned towards 45 and 55 miles an hour as opposed to 65-75 miles an hour so perhaps the North American market wasn’t the key demographic Honda was aiming for. It’s a shame that the mileage, especially highway mileage is so poor For comparison, if I keep highway speed below 60 to 60 5 oh on my 20 year old Honda accord, I can get 31 to 32 mpg if I drive optimally. Edit: edited for poor dictation punctuation

[@DrHondaCRV]

sad indeed. shud be tuned for 70

[@nycztom7188]

What dash cam are you using? Did you hardwire it or are you running to the 12v? Would be awesome if you can make a tutorial vid of how you get a clean front dash cam installion!

[@DrHondaCRV]

Link in bio! Ill add a bit to my latest video on it

[@kencox2690]

Thanks can't wait to view it

[@JK-br6fe]

great video. wondering what you used to black out the chrome trim? getting one of these on wednesday if dealership is fair on my 2020 Kia Sportage trade in . (Unloading before it gets stolen) gonna miss the panorama sunroof!

[@DrHondaCRV]

3m vinyl in my description!

[@IvanRossS]

The one upgrade that I'm really really looking and I really going to do it and make a video, I really need fog lights!!! I have 15% tint and I cannot see where I'm turning into at night. I had RAV4 where I put fog lights myself and it really helped me to see the sides. I really need that side Vision that fog light provide !!! Big disappointed that they remove them in this generation and it does not even come as an option...

[@DrHondaCRV]

Oh man. Id love to add those too. Was it hard?

[@FF-eh1cp]

Hey love your updateds on your crv. I also bought the sport touring hybrid in still night pearl and love it. ❤️ like the blacked out the chrome that you did. Is that flat finish any gloss finish? Look forward to hearing more on your updates. Tks

[@DrHondaCRV]

Yea its matte black! Im anti gloss haha. If you like gloss. Theres cover pieces available on alibaba

[@birdbrainproductions4295]

@@DrHondaCRV How did you black that chrome out exactly? It's really dope.

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@birdbrainproductions4295 let me make a video. I filmed it. But didnt edit it

[@MrChristopher9802]

@@DrHondaCRV sweet. Thank you!

[@TheMarlow29]

Do you think the black version of those AC Vent knobs would also look good?

[@SUTIKNORJ99]

How about running board...is it look better ...or something should must done for accessories........

[@touristTwan]

I bought the regular Hybrid Sport, not the Touring. I enjoy your videos and you have given me some ideas for my car. Keep recording. In regards to the remote start, when you get in the car, you have to push pedal and then push start button. If you do not, it will shut off. You can remote start with your fob too if you did not know. Push lock, then push and hold the button with the arrows until the lights flash then release. Car will flash lights 6 times and it turns on. Adding link for remote start: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYSkc4VmrL6nr8U

[@rvrn77]

I have the same one also. Good to know I’m not the only one that doesn’t have the touring model.

[@DrHondaCRV]

🙏 thank you! Thats so good to know. I dont like the app.

[@ryanlauthers9786]

RAV4 hybrid gets better MPG but the interior is terrible. Honestly I’d rather get less MPG but have a nice ride when I’m in the car. My car now gets 25-30mpg so this would still be an upgrade even if it’s mid 30s

[@annatom2442]

How did you black our your window trim?

[@DrHondaCRV]

I have a video with instructions! Check my vids. 3m vinyl tape in the bio

[@maherabdo342]

Looks awesome! What did you use to black out the chrome trim?

[@DrHondaCRV]

3M 2080 matte vinyl! Ill add a link rn

[@DrHondaCRV]

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[@MrBritrider]

You must have a lead foot. Approaching 10k miles on my 2023 and holding steady at 40.1-40.5 mpg. combined long trips, short and rural driving. You do have to work at getting better mileage. It will not happen if you don’t drive conservativly.

[@user-mm2ls8gr2d]

Awesome video! Where did you get the bug deflector from?

[@DrHondaCRV]

The dealer! College honda website can ship it too.

[@davoncci]

​@@DrHondaCRV was it difficult to install the bug deflector?

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@davoncci go to the college Honda website and you can find the parts , each one has an instruction manual on how to install it , and you can decide if it’s too much for you.

[@_the_MIK]

I bought this in Minnesota a week ago. Drove about 400 miles and never got a mpg over 30. I drive mostly on freeways in eco mode with adaptive cruise control. Any suggestion on how to increase efficiency?

[@praveenv66]

Thanks for the detailed videos. I ordered sport touring hybrid in January and still waiting for the build date. I would like to see changing rear turn signals from halogen to led. Sad that they left out turn signals halogen even on high end trim.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Yea crazy. Especially since 2022 model had LED

[@texasjoe557]

The delays on the touring have to do with the blind spot sensors. None of the manufacturers can get them and honda has been deleting the feature on the entire crv product line except for the touring which will come equipped with the blind spot feature.

[@praveenv66]

@@texasjoe557 Thanks for the information… It’s been 2 months I ordered a sport touring hybrid and haven’t received build date yet. Should receive a buld date, should be built and then delivered to dealer.. God knows when I will get it.

[@texasjoe557]

@@praveenv66 You are welcome Praveen. You can confirm my information quite easily too. Honda is shipping CRVs to dealers with the feature credited and deleted. I am waiting on a touring that should be here end of month. It is built, just waiting on transportation.

[@endritfaslliaj5259]

Hey thank you for these videos. Very very helpful. Question: Do you have a link for those air vent dial taps/covers? I looked on Amazon but couldnt find any.

[@endritfaslliaj5259]

Nvm i see you put them in the description! They no longer have silver tho. Thank YOU!

[@Tendertroll1]

The bug deflector in the front and the top rack probably causes more drag and less MPg

[@DrHondaCRV]

Youd think so. But sometimes it gets over 40. Sometimes 35. Idk why so different between tanks

[@Fadic4]

How do you plan on blacking out the two ugly chrome vents on the front of the car? Do you plan on using vinyl or swapping them out with the black ones that comes on the sport hybrid

[@DrHondaCRV]

Probably hyperdip spray. Idk if i can order them in black.

[@BrandonPage]

I am at 3k as well and only averaging about 27 MPG. Very disappointing considering I drive it normally.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Went to honda today. They told me first 5000 miles are break in time. And told me to not use costco gas as its poor quality. They said i can also use 91 for increased performance

[@crazyhawk201ad]

You do not normally get the fuel mileage you expect until the motor breaks in.

[@larryvermulm7367]

What do think of the noise when you go into reverse so people can here it

[@DASicari]

Any regrets with the gray leather interior and keeping it looking clean? I know certain lighter interiors (ie Tesla) can show blue jeans dye transfer but wondering if it’s a concern with Honda’s leather? Is it worth it to put some sort of ceramic coat on for added protection?

[@KK-op9wm]

I have the same gray leather and so glad I do. I wasn’t wanting it initially, but the car was available. So very happy that I have it. It helps with keeping the car cooler is that all black interior heats up.

[@Chiroman527]

I am really considering the new CRV - this model Sport Touring Hybrid to replace my wife's 2016 CRV. Her car has 41K miles on, in very Good condition with small exterior imperfections. I estimate it has a Trade in Value of about $19K - we have no loan. So, do we trade in - move up to this model at close to $40K to save gas money ?? yes, this has some nice newly updated features , more Torque and HP overall than ours, and probaly much quieter. I think I read that it has a better AWD system too. The dilemna is this: Layout another $20k (either in a new loan [with higher interst rates now] or a combo of Cash out of pocket and a smaller loan), to get an average of 36 MPGs vs the average 21 MPGs with our 2016?? The CRV is the Goto Daily driver (wife and I are retired at 70 YO), driving grandkids, doing local errands, no more Commuting. Notwithstanding the better power, and more enjoyable ride overall, if I do the math..... the MPG differnce = about $600 a Year gas savings @ $4 a gallon estimate, based on roughly 6,000 miles per year. If I leave the $20,000 in the bank at 3% interest that = about the same!!. So its a purely subjective thing to buy or lease a new car. One thing that age teaches is that Novelties Do Wear off....usually in about 3 months time!! I'll try to post what we do. Another thing I've learned in my infinite wisdom, if You walk into a New Car Dealership, the new Car will be Winking at You... Tempting you.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Haha very insightful! Yea, with interest at ally bank at 3.75 % its a weird time right now. Personally I did all financing, no downpayment. 4.9% made it a business expense, so the real interest rate is arounf 2.5% after tax write offs, I can keep the majority of the money in a high interest No Penalty CD at 4.75% , ofc it goes down every month as I pay, and technically I come out to profiting on the loan.. haha. but very minimally.

[@rickmcintosh3570]

Hey nice video, what did you use to black out the chrome windows sills?

[@DrHondaCRV]

3m vinyl in my description! 2080 series

[@MrBritrider]

Do you wish that the gray interior seats were all gray or are you cool with the two tone combo.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Love the two tone. Looks cool 😎 to me

[@slothypunk]

Thank you for your update. Just quick question: I am considering crv hybrid 2023 but really concerned when looking at your vid that it doesn't have stowage to put a spare tire. Is there a recommendation where to securely put a spare tire should I buy 2023 crv hybrid?

[@Rene-lk6kq]

Same please give some thoughts about this issue

[@lyssapaige917]

I have a 2021 hybrid touring and it doesn’t have a spare either. The battery is in the back where the spare would go. They give you a tire kit instead. I don’t think any hybrids come with a spare because of the battery’s.

[@slothypunk]

@@lyssapaige917 did you see possible place in your CR-V to store spare tire where it doesn't bounce around when you drive on rough terrain?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Nah theres no room. Unless you want it to take up storage space in the back.

[@raman2820]

Dang that's been my concern too. If any of you figure it out please let me know. I'm thinking of buying a spare and throwing it in the back in cases of emergency

[@davidanderson8469]

So a blowout results in a tow job to a tire shop? More than likely the rim will be destroyed because of the low profile 3" sidewall that does not protect the rim.

[@junktea1]

It seems like a headache to adjust the modes and regen level to max out the mpg. It’s like a video game. Wouldn’t the RAV4 be better without this hassle to get best mpg? I drove the CRV hybrid yesterday and it is much more appealing drive than a RAV4 but mpg matters for me however high markup on Toyota will prevent me from buying

[@Ogame-uq1zz]

Hi,i think to buy same Crv ,i am doing rideshare jobs all day and driving city more than highway, I stop lots of times red lights,what do you think about Mpg like how much i can see?

[@SamuelIlin]

Do you like your OEM all weather mats or would you look elsewhere for mats?

[@DrHondaCRV]

I think theyre great, I spilled a drink and they contained it all!

[@juicyj057]

Quick question, I am debating between the CRV and the Sorento. I currently drive a 2021 Honda accord sport. I sometimes drive 4 hours to Orlando, the one thing I can complain about is the seats are not comfortable at all. How is the drive noise and the comfort of the car? Thanks!

[@DrHondaCRV]

No noise. Double insulated windows. Much improvement over last gen. I like the seats. Much better than rav4. I stay away from anything Kia and hyundai d/t the massive engine failures and refusal of some insurance companies to cover them.

[@FTFC365]

How comfortable are the seats for long drives? Especially for lower back and shoulders?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Super comfy for me. I drive 2 hrs a day.

[@hddrummer29]

Any overly obnoxious wind noise (or fuel economy degradation) from the crossbars? I'm also curious if you ever noticed a faint engine ticking noise during idle...I just hit 200 miles so I'm going to be rather irritated if I'm already having issues...

[@DrHondaCRV]

No noise. Crossbars are silent. No ticking. Are you using low quality gas?

[@hddrummer29]

@@DrHondaCRV I have literally not filled the tank since I drove it off the dealer's lot so I'm unsure on quality - only used half of that initial 'free' tank since this thing gets such good mileage haha. I'll keep an eye on it and might have them listen if it does not go away; I know brand new engines take a little while to break in, so I'm hoping that's all this is...

[@nickshaw100]

@UCversace - Thank you for the informative review. you're doing a great job. Question- After how much milage did you eventually start hitting that 35 MPG Avg?

[@DrHondaCRV]

After 1000 miles i hit that. And its been there since

[@nickshaw100]

@@DrHondaCRV Ok.We have a similar model and we are nearing 2,000 k miles and it is barely averaging only 27 MPG. It still gives us only 370 miles on a full tank after all those miles which is very frustrating I was hoping for it to go up.

[@nithinkumar-uc2jh]

I am in the same boat as you Nick. I am getting barely 27 MPG after 700 miles with my touring. @ZotZot are there any tips to improve. Mine mainly local but not very flat surface with Illinois weather.

[@nickshaw100]

@@nithinkumar-uc2jh Yeah we're in Louisiana and still experiencing the same thing. When you got your car from dealership how many miles and Avg MPG was it showing off the lot ?

[@nithinkumar-uc2jh]

I got it brand new. But never showed above 30mpg for the overall. I got it on Feb 4th.

[@johnparise3147]

My sincere thanks for your response but I have had 9 CRV's with navigation and this NAV SYSTEM makes no sense and it should at least sort your favorites by alpha or distance but it does not. I was hoping that someone that used the cars nav would know how to sort the favorites. If they didn't design it that way Honda should be ashamed of what they installed in the top of the line car. It is worse than the GPS I had in 1999! I wish there was a Honda WEB site where you could ask questions...Have a Great Day!

[@DrHondaCRV]

Yea thats definitely annoying. Ill try to check it out.

[@citizenkage3564]

Which color is that?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Metallic meteorite gray

[@JamesM1-q1b]

I think you might want to do some research into how honda verses toyota hybrid systems work. Toyota spends ore time with the gas engine off. Honda often has the engine on as a generator for charching the battery. You could be happier with it if you look into it.

[@samiepo-resin-jj4rz]

Hi, thank you for your video. Could you tell us how much the cost of tinted the windows and 3m ceramic IR?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Depends on your tint mechanic. I paid $415 for 3 windows.

[@markhu7454]

any buzzing sound? I drove a touring and heard it.

[@ronaldsolano3922]

Hi what type of gas you are putting regular ? I got the same car just now same color

[@DrHondaCRV]

costco 87, but my dealer recommended chevron and shell

[@faisaltariq5829]

I have CRV hybird sport 2023 and have driven 1200 miles. For the first 350 miles i was getting an average milage of 40.7 miles but it suddenly dropped and now i am getting only 36.5 miles/ glns. Please let me know your thoughts.

[@DrHondaCRV]

I am getting 36.1 over 7000 miles.

[@faisaltariq5829]

@@DrHondaCRV thank you for your response.

[@DrHondaCRV]

@@faisaltariq5829 i get 38 on streets. It varies with temperature too

[@hardman478]

How are you driving? I get 38 mpg on mine and I have just over 1300 miles on it. I was disappointed with the mpg during the break in period, but after about 500 miles I started getting 38 mpg. I leave my in eco and when I’m in the city I’m in b. About 75% of my driving everyday is highway in no traffic.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Same 75% highway. Always in B. I never throttle hard. Usually try to make EV last as long as it goes.

[@Guayaco36]

I got the same model, different color, any idea on how to clean the seats, specially those little holes, food gets in there. any tips?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Strong vacuum haha. Works for me

[@parrou3]

My friend, I don't like the air deflector in the hood :( sorry to tell that, but nice video as usual, thank you

[@DrHondaCRV]

Thank you! I think it adds a rugged look’. But do you!

[@ramonmendez1043]

Hi, great video. Which honda dealer sells discounted parts? Need to buy the roof rails Thanks

[@DrHondaCRV]

Sons honda, college honda!

[@itscarmine]

Link to those caps on the air vents?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Check the bio! If not this vid. My last vid

[@josephgarza5590]

Can u post where u got the AC vent knobs covers?

[@darenmcgovern4285]

So 30 mpg for the gas and you are getting 35. Darn I would be hoping for a little better. Are there different tires on the two hybrid versions that may be hurting yours a little?

[@DrHondaCRV]

I wonder hmm. Ill start asking whos got what.

[@raphaelkhan8704]

Overall would you say you’re happy with the car ?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Yes, i love driving it

[@DrHondaCRV]

I dont even want to get into other peoples cars

[@SINCTR]

why do you need a 2 vinyl types to matte out the window trims?

[@DrHondaCRV]

The back window is irregular shaped. So you need a different size.

[@sjay149]

This 2023 CRv weighs 3869 pounds and gets 11% less MPG than advertised. Its actual MPG is 34.5 = 35.5 not the advertised 40.

[@DrHondaCRV]

Its advertised as 37 combined. But yea still less

[@richardguzman7519]

Is the window trim chrome delete in gloss or matte finish?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Matte!

[@johnparise3147]

Do you use the navigation system. I spoke with Honda and I found you cannot sort the favorites-saved destinations in any order other than when you put them in. This is the most antiquated system I have dealt with since the 1990 when GPS first started coming out. Perhaps you have found something to work around the issues with installed navigation. If you could help to resolve this issue it would be much appreciated! If you have any recommendations please drop me an email...

[@DrHondaCRV]

I just use google maps and apple car play with my phone. If you have an android. Use android auto. Easier to type locations in. I never expect much from a car navigation system. Old maps. Etc. I like to use waze as well got traffic and police notifications

[@seikern43]

How's the piano black at door panels? Did they get scratches?

[@DrHondaCRV]

Hmm none that i see. But you can get covers online