Honda CR-V Mechanical Review

Here's look under the hood and underneath the 6th generation Honda CR-V.
The Honda CR-v is Honda's mainstream entry as a cross-over utility vehicle. It has a 1.5L turbocharged 4 cylinder engine with a continuously variable transmission. Front suspension offers up a McPherson strut design while the rear suspension uses a multi-link design.
In this video we take a closer look at sub-components of the Honda CR-V including the ignition, air, fuel, cooling, lubrication, drive belt, transmission, drivetrain, brakes and suspension systems.
Overall the Honda CR-V is a solid entry to the segment mechanically, offering higher than average build quality and design decisions. However, the 2.0L naturally aspirated hybrid model might be mechanically simpler if a potential buyer is looking for longer term reliability without the complexity of a CVT and turbo.
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[@tempusfugit6820]

The lack of undercoating is a show stopper in Canada. That thing will fall apart just after a few years.

[@zzoinks]

Yeah I wouldn't expect any car not to come with undercoating. Will it really rust so quickly? Modern cars aren't supposed to rust for many many years. They got really good at rust proofing cars compared to years ago from what I observe

[@jptrainor]

Annual rust proofing will help significantly.

[@joskd8491]

this is really a very big disappointment

[@robme3660]

You made a mistake being born in Canada. Florida doesn't have that problem. I'm obviously kidding 😅. We have other problems down here like IQ.

[@speedkar99]

Agreed. This will need some tar undercoating right out of the factory and annual oil sprays thereafter

[@kevinsmith9270]

Great presentation. I'm sticking with my 1999 Buick Regal with the 3800 motor and 177,000 miles on it. Runs like a dream, Easy to fix. Everyone tells me to get something new, but this Regal has the soft suspension FE2. I can't find a new vehicle that drives this smooth. This car is saving me a small fortune in repairs, car payments, insurance. 😄

[@speedkar99]

I love to to teardown a 3800 motor one day to see what makes it so epic

[@OldBenOne]

He's under a tarp so no harsh shadows from the bright sun. He has a studio now!

[@speedkar99]

Yep the white tarp helps alot with lighting. Nice and even. Too bad it won't hold a snow load and it's gotta come off soon.

[@BulletTrucking99]

These are phemoneml videos. as a learning mechanic, you going through the engine like this and explaining everything is second to none. dont stop.

[@speedkar99]

I'm glad you appreciate it!! Thanks

[@paschalchikeleze3807]

Most informative car reviews on KZbin. Keep up the good work.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks, will do!

[@richg9988]

Just replaced our 15 year old RAV4 with a 2023 RAV4 and we love it.

[@speedkar99]

Nice! Any difference between them? Besides the obvious features

[@mr.bitsbyte4664]

Excellent video. Your assessments of how this will be to work on long term are top-notch.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks

[@rayc.8555]

Always a very useful video from you. Appreciate the mechanics point of view on your review.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks, I'm glad you appreciate it. I am not a mechanic. I am engineer.

[@rayc.8555]

Same here. A mechanical engineer by education but at heart i am still a mechanic.@@speedkar99

[@sousamecatronica]

@@speedkar99if you could look up accurate values for things like injection pressure instead of saying “a billion psi” it would add technical quality to the video. This is from my POV of course, others might disagreee

[@trippm4036]

Great video Speedy! I miss my 1st gen CRV. You couldn’t break them! I’d like to see more about the gadgets on the CRV.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks

[@boomerguy9935]

I had a 1999 CR-V with a 5-speed manual. I was obsessive about the maintenance and service but I treated it like a rented mule. It never left me stranded and I always got where I wanted to go in the snowy mountains of WV or in super-heated south Florida with very heavy loads. My daughter learned to drive in it and she inherited it when I retired and bought a new 2006 5-speed Honda Element. Both are AWD models and still going strong . These are wonderful vehicles AS LONG AS YOU MAINTAIN THEM PROPERLY. However, I have to say that I don't care what has happened to all the new models of all cars with the government mandated CAFE and emissions standards. They are designed to self-destruct prematurely because of being overstressed.

[@Fred-F4]

Superb review and commentary! Thank you!

[@speedkar99]

You are welcome

[@jonnyduncan7056]

Top knowledge as always and I always welcome your streams

[@speedkar99]

Thanks

[@adey88splace]

Great video. Love your humour! Cars are so complicated these days.

[@speedkar99]

They are rolling computers on wheels

[@gabrielrogers2971]

Do more of these videos ! I miss them!

[@plante1999]

The main issue with honda's, especially the CR-V, is that it appears they severely reduced the corrosion resistance around 2010. I'm a mechanic in a dealership specializing in inspection and repairs of used vehicle. Honda's are by _very_ far the most rust prone vehicle brand on the market right now. Often less than 10 years old honda's are scrapped because they are completely rotten and the front subframe barely holds by the 2 front member bolt. It feels as if a 8-9 years old honda is about 20+ years old in term of corrosion. On the exterior painted pannels it usually doesn't look that bad, but underneat you can pass a scredriver through the sheet metal in most places. I would not recommend any honda in the Canadian market at this point in time due to corrosion issues, unless someone religiously use undercoating, and even then missed spots get severe corrosion quickly. I wish I could share pictures of 5-10 years old honda I have checked, it's ridiculous how bad it is.

[@RotoRCol]

I agree, it look like honda has cut down money and is not as reliable as old honda´s

[@speedkar99]

How are the Mazda's with rust now?

[@plante1999]

From my personal experience, surprisingly they are now in the middle or upper-middle of the list of brands corrosion resistance. Obviously I can't really talk for the new models since they haven't started to corrode yet.@@speedkar99

[@308rep]

A rusted frame took out my 2004 Pilot with 272k mi. Things were great, but frame was unsafe so I dumped it

[@webguy943]

Honda really doesn't want us DIYers to be fixing our own cars. 😂

[@Eli-kr5bm]

Since 2017 is not repairable, is disposable, every single bolt or plastic.

[@speedkar99]

Why would they? They'll make more money in their own service bay

[@TassieLorenzo]

That's clearly not true. The CVT drain bolt is 3/8". They could have made it 9mm or 10mm or a triangle bit or something if they wanted it to be a PITA. You only need to drop the metal part of the undertray for oil changes, not the whole thing.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

@@TassieLorenzoNo one is going through all that. Modern cars are actually very reliable, but when they finally start breaking down they become junk fast. It doesn’t matter if you maintain them or not.

[@wallyballou7417]

What manufacturer does? All cars these days are designed to be reliable and cheap to maintain for the first owner only.

[@gabrielrogers2971]

I love your channel!!

[@K_Nunez]

Thanks again for this comprehensive mechanical review, this help a lot on my decision stay away from buying a new CRV. 🍻

[@speedkar99]

Glad to help!

[@HipaParts]

Awesome review. Very informative.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks

[@odyssey3174]

I'm a technician at honda the newer 1.5's produced after 2017 should now have vtec on BOTH intake and exhaust side, whereas before they only had variable valve timing or vtec on the intake side. However they ALL have fuel mixture issues bc of the direct injection for some reason too much fuel is being injected and its mixing with the oil (super soupy mixture which could correlate to the high pressure fuel pump) still good cars but expect some recalls in the future for the fuel systems

[@simd510]

Is it still an issue with the 2024s? Would you recommend going with the hybrid instead or skipping crv for now..

[@speedkar99]

Thanks. Oil dilution, headgasket and now fuel pump recall...not looking good for this powertrain

[@K_Nunez]

Thanks again for this very informative review. 🍻

[@speedkar99]

You are welcome

[@sxb080511]

Thanks for good tech review. I used to own 2017 1.5L CRV bought new almost identical to this, only kept 2 years. Oil dilution a big problem on this 1.5L, and would not warm up in winter, and the front Radar easily gets blocked even on light snow days, constantly showing erroneous warning messages. When Radar gets blocked, it shuts off many other features. This is more or less warm climate vehicle, not suited for cold climate, would not buy another.

[@Fred-F4]

at most 3k oil changes with full synthetic might help. but that sucks!

[@speedkar99]

Good to hear from an owner's perspective ! Thanks

[@sxb080511]

@@speedkar99 : On the newer models, Honda may have removed the engine temp gage, so customers would not complain about engine not getting warm in winters. I have some 2022 Civics non-turbo 2L in the family, none have the engine temp gage or the oil pressure light. Big negative in my opinion.

[@chanakaweerasinghe1505]

Please do some volvo cars

[@HARRYAZZHOLE]

@@sxb080511 Damn, no engine temp gauge at all or just a digital one hidden under menus? I would assume most people don't understand/pay attention to their vehicles these days.

[@chpappis]

Very helpfull videos !

[@speedkar99]

Thanks

[@michaelbezoski3096]

😆 Listening to some of the snide comments here and there I began to wonder if Gallagher was doing this vehicle review. 1,000,000 psi fuel pressure, cotter pin waiting for a blood sacrifice. VW clone with the multiple fasteners. Well done Bro! Looks to me like Honda is mass producing a throw away. A give here, a take there. In 5 years a tech's nightmare. Course seems all manufacturers are creeping that way. Thanks, your reviews are the best.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@Alddyn]

Great video!

[@speedkar99]

Thanks

[@LarryCook1960]

The Mrs. and I are picking up a 2024 CR-V hybrid tomorrow, unless the salesman pisses me off and I walk out. Actually, that happened when I bought my last car. He had to stop me as I was leaving the lot, and whisper sweet things in my ear before I came back inside. Anyway, we looked at the RAV4, or rather, tried to, since they don't seem to actually exist without a 6 month wait and a DNA sample. My wife preferred the Honda anyway, so it's all good.

[@speedkar99]

How does the hybrid drive with the direct drive engine?

[@olspanner]

Nice touch, written notice of what to put in the engine sump. Also good to know it has enough power to tow a bike rack. lol

[@speedkar99]

Haha What else would you tow with a CRV ?

[@glennschiffer1742]

i bought a used 2016 hrv for work with 160k 1.8 and cvt a year ago.so far so good

[@speedkar99]

How many miles and any major issues?

[@kgpax]

Love the oil cooker design.....with the exhaust right underneath the oil pan.

[@speedkar99]

Yeah....not ideal when you gotta replace an oil pan gasket

[@jocko_]

Nice review thanks. I think the RAV4 wins in this category. Btw I have 2005 Toyota Highlander V6 with 250,000 miles on it still going strong.

[@speedkar99]

Ah the good old 3.3L V6. I have one in my Camry.

[@-ac-8296]

The RAV4 is about the worst in class

[@josephparson7023]

You da man, man.☺️ You should do a series on all the popular compact cuv’s. From Chevy Equinox to Volkswagen Tiguan, and everything in between! Kia Sportage, Hyundai Tucson, Subaru Forester… Don’t know how you’d do that… Guess you can rent them individually. IDK. It’d be cool though 👍

[@EugenioFranklin]

How dare you never giving credit to your wife's toothbrush. Great video, as always.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks 👍

[@sarcasticundertones3513]

I would love to see a mechanical review for the hybrid version.

[@speedkar99]

Me too

[@landshass2849]

The CR-V hybrid version is a joke. Very weak and saves no gas (according to Honda's figures. RAV4 hybrid is still ahead of the game for this segment.

[@sarcasticundertones3513]

@@landshass2849 I had a 2019 Rav4 hybrid, a 2018 CX-5, and now a 2024 CRV Sport-L hybrid FWD. I do more city driving, but the gas mileage on the Honda has been almost identical to what I used to get on the Rav4. It doesn't make much sense to get the AWD CR-V, though. It is too inefficient compared to Toyota's.

[@morrij01]

There's a reason why Toyota is not doing the small turbo engine thing; they're just not reliable enough. RAV4 all the way for this segment.

[@speedkar99]

Toyota is doing small turbos...the T24 is their new V6 replacement.

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

@@speedkar992.4 since 2015 no issues unlike this Honda 1.5 blowing head gaskets

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

2.5 engine is the best

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

@@speedkar99It’s a big turbo engine though

[@Brincandopabajo]

Excellent!!!

[@handyman8764]

Small turbo engine plus CVT transmission. Durability is suspect.

[@Blank00]

Honda’s CVTs are great, but the 1.5t is the one weak link

[@speedkar99]

Sadly not everyone buying these are gonna be keeping it 10+ years.

[@rafaelmarin1963]

With this vehicle, I’m parking on the grass, at my kids soccer game! 💪

[@charlier8573]

Honda made the crv the size of a city bus and put a tiny 1.5t ?.and cvt...come on honda bring back that wonderful 2.4 and the 6 speed automatic this setup is way better.

[@speedkar99]

Emissions...

[@TeijoKhanfan]

Your videos are always top notch! I wish I had 1/100th of the knowledge of autos that you have! I think i personally would opt for the Hybrid 2.0 which IMO is better looking and sportier. Just a thought; what if Honda put the 2.0 turbo in here? I know they wouldn't because that would take sales away from the Acura RDX. But anyway just a thought.

[@spacebar9476]

7:30 had me in splits 😄

[@SilentServiceCode]

bro there's literally a rotor screw staring you in the face lol

[@speedkar99]

How come I didn't see it from this angle or while editing this video. 🤓

[@sergeymatpoc]

For tow hitch - there should be the OEM bolt-on kit available. I know there's one for previous gen (I'm still planning to install it, but it requires some metal cut)

[@alanwagen]

Turbo is a band aid performance gimmick. Toyota for the win.

[@speedkar99]

How's Mazda?

[@rick8125]

Great informative video!!Seems like the negatives outweigh the positives. How about and old school 2024 Mazda cx5??

[@speedkar99]

Thanks!

[@speedkar99]

I have a video on the cx5 go check it out.

[@LuizStocklerHenrique]

The seal that has holes and does not seal is to allow the water to exit, just in case the seal was applied correctly. They would then have to issue a recall to drill holes in the seal so water could drain. 😊

[@jamsbong]

I think the CX5 is a better car with more repairability.

[@speedkar99]

Agreed.

[@kclefthanded427]

I'm keeping my 2016 Honda CRV with a K24 engine and 35mpg on the highway

[@speedkar99]

Good but how's that CVT holding up for ya?

[@kclefthanded427]

​@@speedkar99so far, nothing much after 80k miles ther than transmission fluid changes every 30k miles

[@Eli-kr5bm]

Just sold my 2016 V, had some christmas lights in dashboard, never had an accident, never had a problem, but transmission was locking up and some times a lot of fun lights stopped me in the highway. Never knew what it was.

[@jeankelly2011]

I dont understand, you’re saying they got rid of the rusty screws on the rotor, but we see one philips screw on the rotor in your video. Great content by the way, thanks.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks. I guess I'm blinded. Didn't even see that in editing.

[@jeankelly2011]

@@speedkar99 Welcome to the club

[@oscarchakanetsa8425]

What a review

[@TheCloser1]

Would love to see the mechanical review of my 2015 Highlander v6 fwd. No DI, turbo, it’s torque converted, one of the last good mechanical vehicles on the market.

[@speedkar99]

Check out my 2020 highlander review. Very similar to your 2015 with the exception of D4S

[@davidnorton5887]

The new Suzuki Jimny doesn’t have DI, or turbo, or cambelt, or stop start, but does have manual gearbox, push button a/c controls, cd player, on/off a/c compressor, and analogue instruments.

[@TheCloser1]

@@davidnorton5887 good to know auto manufacturers aren’t completely lost to the epa. Too bad I’ll never get my wife to drive a jimny lol

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

Or just go out and by a 24 4Runner. It’s a modern classic. No unibody, No DI, No Turbo, No transverse engine, No rear independent suspension, No CVT, No 6 speed plus gears auto transmission, etc.

[@TheCloser1]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q yep good old fashioned $60000 vehicle, I’ll pass, mines paid for.

[@NMRH258]

16:51 Geez! That poor little 1.5L turbo sounds really overtaxed. I'd hate to see what this engine is like after 10-12 years of regular use.

[@speedkar99]

Go back to the 2017 model and see how the same engine has held up.

[@TassieLorenzo]

They blow head gaskets at about 100k miles it seems (sometimes less). 😟 It's a worrysome engine, better to have the old K24 even if it uses more fuel IMO.

[@niuhuskieguy]

Everyone panning Honda for the turbo engine and praising Toyota do realize Toyota is now using a turbo 4 in some of their popular models like the NX, Highlander, and now the Grand Highlander.

[@tails300]

A 2.4 turbo is a lot bigger engine than a 1.5.

[@kclyt07]

Thank you for another excellent and no non-sense review. Also, good suggestion on an alternative option of engine/transmission. I rather stay away from Turbo/CVT combo. Honda tends to over-engineer things with little consideration of serviceability and reliability.

[@speedkar99]

Yeah Honda has changed directions in the last few years. Not as simple as they used to be.

[@justinrank8662]

Take a look at the Mazda CX-5. More reliable car and easier to work on. Look at Speedkars review on the CX-5 and “Car Care Nut Review” review of the Mazda CX-5

[@charlier8573]

I just watched your video review on the 2019 rav4 4years ago and I think toyota wins this one, better powertrain and under carrier built up.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks!

[@mikem.7544]

1.000.000 psi, thats a lot of pressure 😅😅. The lack of corrosion protection is worrying. Please continue with these technical reviews

[@speedkar99]

Sure thing. Trying to find some more new cars

[@omaribawn777]

Wawo, there is really a huge qualiity difference for different parts of the world. The ones we get in Jamaica has way more sound deading material in the wheelwells and somehow doesn't look this "Feature Deprived"

[@speedkar99]

Are they the same generation CRV?

[@omaribawn777]

@speedkar99 yea but ours comes straight from Japan. Not Canada or America

[@arapaimagold8088]

@omaribawn777 Are you sure yours not come from Thailand?

[@omaribawn777]

@@arapaimagold8088 I clarified with a sales rep; it's Japan. Hence why our base CR-V starts at USD $58,150

[@AndresSarmientoS]

I know you mentioned you are from Canada but is there any Mexican in you? haha your jokes lol are funny but they feel like you used to live in Mx xD. love your vids!

[@speedkar99]

Not mexican or Indian at all..

[@jptrainor]

What have flex pipes been replaced with (if they're outdated)?

[@rosegold-beats]

i assume bellows

[@jptrainor]

@@rosegold-beats There's bellows under the woven stainless cover AFAIK.

[@speedkar99]

Flex joints with the spring tensioned fasteners

[@LarryCook1960]

Open headers. No need to deal with a lot of extra junk under the car.

[@jptrainor]

@@speedkar99 That's what I guessed. But I didn't know that they we new compared to flex jointsm

[@michaelthomas9243]

Thank you for another great review! I can't help but notice, however, that your snark and sarcasm level is way up! Hope everything is OK up there.

[@speedkar99]

Haha!

[@amdstrollo3074]

16:41... you can see the rotor screw right there

[@speedkar99]

I didn't see any 🤓

[@amdstrollo3074]

@@speedkar99 we were almost free from the horrible wrath of rusted rotor screws my friend...

[@justjeff4173]

I've had the turbo gas engine in the US and now the turbo diesel after moving to SE Asia. The gas engine is quieter around town but the diesel is quieter on the highway. Overall I prefer the diesel and the torque it has over the turbo gas engine

[@speedkar99]

Good comparison!

[@SmokeDogNY420]

any recommendations to get my car up to a million psi fuel pressure....I'm looking to decrease my mpg and pollute more

[@speedkar99]

Put more pumps on the fuel rail

[@infernoking7504]

I believe my 1988 Lincoln town car has more rust proofing and quality than this new honda which is surprising showing even hondas quality is going down I recommend every everywhere grab all you're old stuff and save it and rebuild it keep it on the road.

[@speedkar99]

Yeah I was surprised at the lack of protection. Better get this coated when you buy it new.

[@danielhertzig9085]

Hey, Speedkar99, just as a suggestion for a future mechanical review video, how about a Ford Maverick with and / or without the Hybrid engine?

[@speedkar99]

I would love to get my hands on one. I have reviewed it's platform mates, Bronco Sport and Escape already.

[@razakhm]

Goodluck to future diyers. Oh, some features they left out for this market.

[@speedkar99]

What features are left out?

[@craigiefconcert6493]

Here’s a question for you: With a mechanical oil pump you have a bit of delay before the oil system is pressurized when there is metal on metal wear. With an electronic oil pump do they make it pressurize the system and start the oil flowing before the engine starts? Oh, I see that is an electric transmission oil pump. At least that oil filter is very easy to reach. My 99 crv has it up around behind everything and can only be reached by left arm in one position 😂😂😂 That engine sounds weird! Strange that they got rid of the nice ground clearance.

[@josephwinn01]

Auto product developers really ought to bring in service technicians to review designs for feedback. Remember when car batteries were placed the front of the engine bay, so you don't have to lift it over delicate electronic components and wedging yourself under the hood? Pepperidge Farm remembers.

[@speedkar99]

Agreed. Non dealership Technicians and DIY should have input.

[@amramq2725]

thank u for enlightening us plz explain the ahc hydropneumatic in simplified details and compare it to citroen and merc abc and why is ahc is reliable and they are not your viewer from morocco god bless you

[@speedkar99]

Thanks from Canada

[@chihirogustafson8557]

Sadly I can’t recommend crvs anymore. My coworker blew two turbos under 100,000 miles. Honda was about to not cover him but he raised enough cane. The oil dilution is so bad and yes it will ruin your engine. The rav4 is a much better vehicle by every measure.

[@GF-mf7ml]

L15 should belong to Honda Fit. Turbo add more power, make engine smaller to reduce power. Honda should make new engine like Mazda skyactiv engine.

[@speedkar99]

I thought the dilution issue was solved around 2018.

[@chihirogustafson8557]

@@speedkar99 possibly but I certainly wouldn’t want to buy one and find out the hard way. I told him to stop using auto start stop to keep oil circulating through the turbos. He drives long distances and does all his oil changes on time so I was really surprised by the failure. If he was doing short trips and not fully warming up I wouldn’t be surprised. We had a sonata in our family with a theta 2 blow up because of oil dilution it’s a serious problem in a lot of these Direct injection engines.

[@battlefield3112011]

Actually I do like the CVT on Honda, having own a 14 Accord, 16 Civic and 21 Accord Hybrid.

[@speedkar99]

Are they reliable?

[@battlefield3112011]

@@speedkar99 never have any major problem with it. The 14 Accord and 16 Civic have over 100k+ because my family and I drive a lot for work. I just do regular trans fluid change every 30k.

[@LSmiata]

comparing a car engine to a sowing machine....especially 50 yrs old? I wan the sowing machine! Still like your tear downs and reviews.

[@speedkar99]

Glad you like them! And yes my grandma/mother had old sewing machines so that's what I associate to

[@Aleks_Mechanics]

Notification Squad!🔥🔥🔥

[@speedkar99]

Thanks

[@Argedis]

Rav4 is da GOAT Naturally Aspirated engine with port injection Traditional geared Automatic transmission no CVT

[@pawelvideo]

Using a used toothbrush to point out your "mechanical engineering" expert opinion, makes you look so professional. I can tell right away, this video is prepared by mechanical engineer who is an expert in mechanical engineering.

[@macabo]

Isn’t there still a rotor screw in the shot?

[@user-lh2xn5iy2p]

Great overview. Tho sadly leaves us with the impression that honda might not be the marvel of reliability it use to be..

[@allencrider]

I'll take a 1996-2001 first generation CRV with a 2 liter and a 5 speed instead, thank you very much.

[@applepoop10]

Nah bro, the 2nd generation are the best; because K-Series. The K24A1/A2 are better than the B-Series in everyway.

[@jptrainor]

​@@applepoop10Agreed. Second gen with a manual. Have to go all the way back to 2006 to find one with a manual.

[@speedkar99]

Great. But the rust...

[@allencrider]

@@speedkar99 No rust in California!

[@user-3tf67bk46u]

@@jptrainor I have an 05 EX 4WD 5 speed std. Only 79000 org miles. K 2.4 engine, always synthetic oil changes and OEM filters. Ice cold factory air still. Never been in a fender bender. Parked in the shade often. No cracks, squeeks or rattles. I'm selling due to needing an automatic. It's been one of the best cars I've ever had. Goes down the road straight as an arrow and always has. Does not wear tires. Has never needed an alignment. What should I ask for it? Don't think I'll be buying a new one though. They just aren't good like the old ones.

[@GF-mf7ml]

6:25 I remember the 90s Honda have dip stick just like that. Now only rubber cover 👎 that's why I avoid CVT Honda.

[@speedkar99]

Yeah.

[@rturner4205]

16:35 My Forester from 22 years ago has 2 piston front calipers. What is honda thinking with a single brake caliper piston will stop a 35-3600 lbs vehicle. I swear their bean counters are clearly being catered to.

[@speedkar99]

Yeah well with the electronic brake booster they're definitely applying more force to those pistons to get it to stop.

[@samhong2011]

K24 engine is better than L15B Turbo engine

[@speedkar99]

Agreed.

[@1wasinAlpha]

many hollow areas to hide contraband... nice :D

[@speedkar99]

It's amazing how much space is wasted.

[@ariescorner7655]

So what SUV would you actually buy to keep 15 years and drive 200,000 miles, currently in the market for one. Just looking for economy and longevity here.

[@speedkar99]

Landcruiser

[@roberttroxell4006]

I have a friend who is selling his 2020 CR-V now coming off 3 year lease. He asked if I wanted to buy it. I already have a 2013 CR-V with less than 100,000 miles and running fine. I told him I’m not interested, even though his car has less than 10,000 miles (!) because he injured himself after he leased his car and hasn’t been able to drive it much. I like the 2.4 liter engine and geared automatic transmission in my car better than his car with 1.5 litter turbocharged engine with CVT transmission. His car is very nice, but I don’t think it will hold up as well long-term. If it had the same engine and trans as my car, I would have considered buying it. Could sell mine for almost $9,000 (per offer from local dealership) and apply that to loan on newer car. But not interested as things stand now.

[@speedkar99]

Good choice. Used car market is too hot right now. Keep what you have.

[@GF-mf7ml]

Honda 5 speed automatic run forever. Turbo + CVT they are cheaply made.

[@samhong2011]

Aluminum oil pan is easy to oil leak because Aluminum die casting process will result in the bubble hole. It's not easy to solve this issue

[@speedkar99]

It's easy to crack, whereas steel would just bend.

[@christeschke9844]

A week point on these new CRV's might be the Power steering rack. I know two people with the new CR-V and two people with this failure.

[@Henry_Jones]

These 2 row crossovers are just hatchbacks on stilts. I cherish visability so I am not a fan of that front overhang at all. Every year these cars have more hoodline, less glass, etc. Pretty soon itll all be cameras outside and screens inside. Honda still gives you better visability than other brands. Its why I got a 2015 accord instead of a ford fusion.

[@speedkar99]

Agreed...the point of the higher up seating position is visibility. A bus-like overhang is gonna get swipped out in parking lot manuvers

[@Argedis]

That's my biggest peeve with newer vehicles, smaller and smaller windows and less visibility

[@airmangames487]

Hey! I drive one of these!! Unfortunately, it's a 99 though :(

[@jptrainor]

A classic! Road sightings of first gen CRVs are rare these days.

[@airmangames487]

@@jptrainor yep! Mines still kicking with almost 350000 miles! Shifts fine too! They truly don't die lol!!

[@speedkar99]

No rust?

[@airmangames487]

@@speedkar99 very minor surface rust on the frame A little spot in the passenger rear quarter panel and that's it! Few rusty bolts on the exhaust manifold but that's normal lol it's 24 years old Love the content man!!

[@-DC-]

Had a 2005 Euro CRV 2.0K Series Manual 5 Speed, Absolutely Incredibly Reliable Vehicle from when Honda actually cared.

[@speedkar99]

Nice. How many kilometers?

[@Nocturnalzyx]

Thanks for the review, it irritates the heck out of me that detailed mechanical reviews are virtually non-existent. Cars are often tens of thousands of dollars to invest in and most people only care about the paint, the trim and ride quality -_-

[@mkernen]

Think twice about buying one of these in any state that uses salt on the roads! Maybe stick with a lease.

[@speedkar99]

It needs to be undercoated right out of the factory

[@tails300]

Honda should just phase out this power train completely and make the hybrid the standard. It’d probably help their reliability ratings quite a bit.

[@speedkar99]

Agreed. Hybrids will be more reliable

[@whoguy4231]

What happened to the simple Honda's of old having a rock solid high revving engine ... Honda gotta go back to their roots and just put the S2000 engine in all their cars.

[@elma3st12o]

Honda should watch this to be aware of their degrading quality control (joint sealer).

[@sikstar5209]

👍

[@revvolutions]

Is this best in class?

[@speedkar99]

They keep saying that but I think sales figures will dictate otherwise

[@Emphasis213]

Seems like an engineer accountant has infiltrated Honda. I wouldnt be surprised if they do a pulse style quality control where one generation- qualtiy goes down and then next generation quality goes up.This will help fool the masses that quality is good.

[@ladalout245]

I wouldn't have thought a full underseal is necessary when the vehicle is made from dipped, galvanised steel. Time will tell, but manufacturers will know by now what does and doesn't need to have extra coating, they surely wouldn't offer 12 year bodywork warranties if they didn't?

[@speedkar99]

That only works if it remains intact. Once there's bruises and scratches, rust will form

[@MeanBlueSpider]

Your abuela had an old rat-tat-tat sewing machine too, huh? Btw, what have you seen/heard about the Mitsubishi/Rogue collab on the new Outlanders? I had a '15 Rogue that was decent for getting around as long as you didn't abuse the CVT.

[@speedkar99]

She has the foot pedal operated sewing machine too.

[@andys_youtube]

Rav4 all day, no way with that 1.5L engine would I buy a crv

[@speedkar99]

Good choice. How about hybrid?

[@raspas99]

Isn't the 2.0 naturally aspirated gasoline engine the legendary one and the one people buy it for? Of course the small volume engine with turbocharging is crap:D That's not news

[@speedkar99]

Yes the 2.0 isn't offered anymore...only with hybrid.

[@skyscraper37]

I’m a Honda fan but will not get a dinky engine and a cvt

[@speedkar99]

How about the Honda fit or a pilot then? Those are the only non turbo Hondas lleft