Is the 2025 Honda CR-V Sport L Hybrid the KING of compact SUVs?

[@frenzy2223]

The US got a watered down version of the CR-V. Other countries get full digital cluster, full LED turn signals (with a cool sequence), ventilated seats, fog lights… etc. And it costs less.

[@koaladoeseverything]

yeah, how hard is it to put full LEDs in the top trims? Especially when we pay more

[@AllAboutPurple]

You know they’ll make it an addition gotta pay extra for things other countries get 😂

[@goinoutlikegeez]

How the hell does the HRV have LED tailights and reverse lights/turning lights and it’s cheaper and the more expensive CRV does not???? wtf is Honda thinking

[@koaladoeseverything]

​@@goinoutlikegeez led blinkers would make the rear so much more majestic at night don't forget the previous gens came standard with led rear blinkers too😂

[@dustinryan1336]

@@Letsberealishumm no lol. All other vehicles in this segment (American included) have all or most of these features. This was a cheap cop out on Honda’s part. I can understand these things not being standard, but to not even include them at the top level trim is crazy, especially when the price exceeds 40 thousand.

[@gilbs72]

The RAV4 is what people remember to have introduced this segment. However, few people realize that Suzuki has been making small 4x4 vehicles for longer than any of them. The closest comparable vehicle in this segment which is the Suzuki Vitara came out in 1988.

[@teadororudy]

Just got this same model in the gorgeous blue color, Still Night Pearl, from Tampa Honda. Sadakut Ali was and has been my family’s salesman for years. Has been there longer than anybody and he really goes above and beyond. Go see him and test drive this great vehicle. I’m enjoying it very much, my third CR-V in a row.

[@MsStarryEyed]

Haven’t visited the dealer or met the recommended salesman, but personally I’d enjoy getting sold a car by the guy in this video 😂 Entertaining

[@dalesmethers237]

Yes the CRV Sport L needs to match the Accord Sport L in blacked out trim and rear delete of faux exhaust. Thank you for your past review of Accord Sport. I purchased a 2024 Accord Sport L partly due to your review.

[@yanshaoumo6076]

23 CRV sport here. Flat black bottom is easy to clean. Not worry about scratching.

[@jeschr3462]

Its better looking than the rav4 imo. Also it has much rear seat legroom.

[@stevenelton7186]

I have the same color. Love it more than my Telsa. 35-35 MPG in the city!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so fantastic to hear Steven!

[@rickjames6867]

Honda still doesn't disappoint. By the way. I was that kid in class that wouldn't shut the hell up.

[@zdzislawmeglicki2262]

No spare tire, no surround view, no digital rear view mirror, no pocket behind the driver's seat, no panoramic sunroof, no HUD. And Honda has some of these overseas, they just don't offer them here in the U.S. and Canada. Cost cutting? Too much!

[@Trenacetate43]

But you guys have it much cheaper. The version you’re talking about cost around $55k here in Indonesia

[@Oliviahrodruguz-go2qy]

stop being cheap, they are way more in other countries so stop complaining🙄🙄

[@robertangeles9537]

Touring does have 360 view, and a sunroof. Mine does on the Sport L trim. And upgraded sound system.

[@propertyguru22]

Lack of spare tire is a SAFETY issue. Unacceptable in this price range.

[@bradmorris7115]

You must be a hoot at parties

[@JohnSteiner]

We bought one yesterday and are loving it. Our trades were a 2010 Insight and a 2010 Fit and we were the only owners, so we buy cars and keep cars. We both like this car, but are on a steep learning curve since our last new cars were 15 years ago. BTW we did not even drive other lines of cars because the reason we keep buying from our dealership is the Service Department. We have used them for 24 years and we trust them. Anyway happy trails for now.

[@kamraanmohammed8658]

like it so far? how expensive is insurance on those?

[@JohnSteiner]

@@kamraanmohammed8658 yes, we like it a lot. Since our prior cars were both 2010's the learning curve for us was steep with all the electronics, etc. The two of us, with no accidents or tickets and house insurance with the same company, is $962.00 every six months. That is slightly more than we were paying for both the Fit and Insight, but not much.

[@JohnSteiner]

@@kamraanmohammed8658 about $960 total for both of us compared to $940 for both prior cars for the both of us.

[@GOD999MODE]

For a car this heavy, it really should be outputting around 240 HP.

[@adamnocon9432]

At least the V6 option. My 2017 Accord Sport 2.4 L 4-cylinder has 189 HP.

[@GOD999MODE]

@@adamnocon9432 2.4L iVtec engine is super underrated. I'm actually looking into just buying a 2019-20 Acura ILX with that engine. I think it outputs 204 HP like the old Civic, but high revving and reliable.

[@DaveDDD]

⁠@@GOD999MODEthe 2.4L in the 2019 ILX has 180 lb-ft of torque while the 2025 hybrid CRV has 247 lb-ft. That really helps you get moving from a standstill. Too many people focus on HP and ignore torque. Then again, if you’re really trying to impress the local high school boys by getting tons of speeding tickets, then horse power is the thing to focus on for sure.

[@GOD999MODE]

@@DaveDDD Yeah, no it's true. I understand torque is the acceleration part but I like when I can rev out the motor and it picks up solid speed. The 2.4L VTEC engines are pretty great and they're bulletproof. My old 2012 Civic Si has 220k miles and it's still humming.

[@Trenacetate43]

@@GOD999MODE I own the highest type of CRV and BMW X4 and CRV just feels as fast as X4 while having 50 less hp. No it doesnt need more horsepower. You want horsepower get a porsche macan

[@jeffcicale]

Every time I see one of these on the road, I think how they ripped those taillights straight from Volvo 5:35 but it's a nice redesign otherwise....very refreshing

[@aaronhenschel1885]

Thanks!

[@cortezdefense]

Bought this suv a couple of weeks ago. It's got a relatively quiet cabin. Plenty of room for me. 5'11" 205 lbs. Comfortable and smooth ride. Only downside is acceleration on highway. Gets a little scary when you are trying to pass cars on a two-lane highway.

[@Mb2IseeU]

Does the lack of a spare tire worry you at all?

[@cortezdefense]

@@Mb2IseeU No. I had a 2014 bmw 328i before. That didn't have a spare tire either. So I bought a fix-a-flat can and kept it in the trunk. I also bought a portable air compressor that I connect to a cigarette lighter just in case. Only issue I had in 6 years is that a tire blew out. That's when the spare tire comes in hand. But I was fortunate to have it happen near a walmart. got it fixed and not issues.

[@thehegt]

Does its makes noise when you accelerate because my brother crv with 1.5L turbo makes noise when speed up

[@cortezdefense]

@@thehegt nothing out of the ordinary.

[@riskysid]

@@cortezdefenseapparently the 2025 has a tire repair kit in the trunk. To make up for lack of spare.

[@johns1646]

Joe, with all the oems using halogen turn signals, you should get an LED store/manufacturer to co-sponsor your video zonks!

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

Amazing review Joe & I'm really like this SUV.

[@briancourter8655]

I have the Sport Touring in that color and love it. I get 40mpg with mostly highway driving.

[@josep9599]

I do too I just hate that it doesn’t have power folding mirrors and ventilated seats.

[@rdbimages]

It's amazing how popular primer gray is these days. Primer gray used to be a derogatory term.

[@robertangeles9537]

I just got one with AWD. Getting all the accesories now. Spending more $$$$$$$$.

[@MsStarryEyed]

@@rdbimages It’s called Urban Gray Pearl in the U.S.

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Yes of course Joe & I would rather buy this.

[@Slim1986]

Wish list: More interior features Digital cockpit option More interior colors At least 10in infotainment

[@darrellstock9219]

Great Presentation, as usual.

[@SpringfieldTony]

jj - gmc haș some of the best video quality for surround & rear view cameras, love tony now peg after the surgery

[@bruceludwick8200]

The biggest downsode that I see is that the payload for the hybrid is 835 pounds. Not much for an SUV that is supposed to hold five.

[@RaitisRides]

That is an excellent point Bruce!

[@jaxj17]

At this rate I’m waiting for Raiti to review the Millennium Falcon next

[@javy.airlines]

That’s A Very Nice CR-V👍🏻👌🏻🏁🚙💨!

[@robocoppah]

Wow what a trajectory! Highschool teacher to YT millionaire.

[@knute445]

I love the Hybrid Power Display! Kind of like the Flux Capacitor in Back to the Future. OMG!

[@piggybox]

I wish they implemented the same system in RDX

[@27Fan4Ever]

We have one just like the one tested with the exception of adding some options and paint is Radiant Red Metallic. We wish Honda offered a gray interior with the Hybrid since we live in the south and black interiors can be brutal during the summer. We chose the HPD package to get a more aggressive look; our soccer Mom days are long behind us. LOL

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Love your video

[@davidmargaryan5790]

Have 2024 Sport and it has plenty enough power. Can drive it all day with all pleasure and not get tired of it

[@v12kingV10]

fire racLl

[@JorgeVyoutube]

The only beautiful Honda we like to see on the roads these days “HRV” motivation of the URUS. Just beautiful. Forget the rest! 👍

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow that is so awesome Jorge!

[@anthonysheehan893]

The 2015 CRV I owned for 5 years was a fantastic bulletproof cuv for only 25K but now Honda pricing is crazy. Did I notice a dealer markup tag on the window of your tester ? Keep it real Joe!

[@chrisb9478]

My friend has the Touring Hybrid, he said at times, it’s seems very slow, like uphill passing on highway. I’m waiting on the new Forester Hybrid and CX50 Hybrid.

[@amythiedke6240]

Good review 🎉🎉

[@DanJacobitz]

I like the unpainted trim. That's so you don't have to deal with stone chips in the paint

[@mlawrence2991]

Love the vehicle, except for the headlights that seems dim to me and the absence of fog lights. Been only driving it for a few days and concerned of what it will look like when raining.

[@Maddizm]

Of course it's King, it's a Honda 👑

[@slumy8195]

loving hondas hrv and crv back seating, adults can actually sit in the back...

[@koober1]

I got a 2025 and my only negative is the leather driver seat is super uncomfortable. Even with an additional cushion I bought, I still struggle getting comfortable. I test drove one with cloth seats and they were more comfortable. I regret getting the leather 😭

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

Kids are even worse today Joe ! I like this CR-V with direct drive like the Honda Civic Hybrid and I like that dark Gray color, agree the wheel well skirts should be painted.

[@nirmal6632]

Seeing that this Video was filmed in Tampa I hope your ok after the Hurricane 😢

[@richca2004]

Love the reviews, Joe. I despise the flat black fenders that every manufacturer goes with, it's ugly. Mazda CX5 looks excellent with the body paint. In fact, I bought it for my daughter. Honda needs to make this change along with upgraded 360 cameras on at least the top model and add the panaramic moonroof for the sticker price. ...and wish everyone would hide the rear wiper already...it looks tacky.

[@bby_plut0]

13:24 bro youre doing this on purpose now 😭😭😭😭😭

[@PatrickC139]

😂😂

[@matthewoesch2364]

@@PatrickC139😂

[@michelle_romero_]

I have the 2024 Sport-L hybrid. As far as midsized suvs go in the affordable category, it has the best exterior look in my opinion. I do like the air vents a lot but, interior wise I got to give it to Mazda. Honda needs to step it up.

[@mattmekhaeil]

It’s a compact…

[@michelle_romero_]

@@mattmekhaeil does being compact have anything to do with the dashboard only having a halfway digital screen or not having ventilated seats? Or a wireless charger that doesn’t really work

[@mattmekhaeil]

@@michelle_romero_ you mentioned midsize SUVs and the crv isn’t a midsize. The things you mentioned is a want not a need so to keep price range down it’s not available

[@michelle_romero_]

@@mattmekhaeil is a Mazda cx-50 not compact or cx-5 I just assumed

[@w-josh]

@@michelle_romero_yes it’s also a compact

[@BrianBeasley-wi2lp]

No spare, no sale.

[@grcigar9911]

100% agree. It is one thing to not have one, but also shows a lack of engineering compared to the RAV4 hybrid system not to even have usable space in this area underneath the back floor. I hope the next gen RAV4 doesn’t follow this trend.

[@donpaulweatherpluspaul2670]

Another enjoyable review, Mr. Raiti! Not very different from your excellent review of the 2023 Sport Touring trim...which is understandable, since Honda hasn't changed very much since then. As long as we're all focusing on trivial zonks like light bulb rear turn signals and analog speedometers, I'll mention the Sport Touring has more glossy black trim on the doors and dash than this model, which is more like my daughter's CRV-EX...the Sport Touring looks nicer but again...that's trivial. 2 questions: Does the Sport-L have the excellent 12 speaker Bose system like the Touring editions, or a lesser system...and does it have the acoustically lined window glass and wheel well sound proofing? Back in 23, I test drove both the Sport Touring and the Sport, and the Sport Touring was noticeably quieter than the Sport. Honda has improved on road noise, but on coarse pavement they still have some work to do. I love my Sport Touring which, in 23, stickered just above 40k and I thought it was worth the extra cost in my lease over the Sport. The only flaws in mine are an occasional rattle somewhere inside the left side of the dash, which doesn't pop up often enough for me to have the dealer disassemble the dash to find it, and I have more frequent drop outs in my Sirius/XM than I had in my previous leased high-end Accords. I miss the HUD compass and, just a bit, the ventilated seats. On the latter, the AC--even in economy mode--cools the car very quickly. I beat the EPA numbers in urban cycle during warm weather...often 42-44 mpg, and 29-32 on the interstate, averaging around 37 mpg in mixed driving. Yes, the numbers drop off during cold weather. Excellent off-the-line torque, and more than adequate passing power on relatively level terrain...haven't tried passing on a steep upgraded 2 lane road, though. The AWD seemed to work well in last winter's one week of really snowy weather here in Buffalo, but I don't doubt the Subaru's AWD is a better system for snow. I'm a low mileage driver and just hit 10k miles after 18 months, but I STILL look forward to every drive, unless I'm taking an antsy dog to the vet. PS: the chrome around the side windows doesn't bother me in the least. 2nd PS: the heated steering wheel in the Sport Touring is great! I only wish seats heated as quickly as the steering wheel.

[@GJI1024]

Bottom rear wiper is for better view of the road through bottom of the rear windshield,

[@donpaulweatherpluspaul2670]

Speaking of wipers, the washer nozzles being in the wiper arms up front is a definite zonk. The older system got more fluid on the glass with better coverage...much better.

[@Dimitri0110]

Do you have merch? I’ll buy a shirt that saids “ on throttle!” Or “ have to zonk “

[@ajsoli12]

American Honda has gotten so greedy and stingy with this new CR-V. Other manufacturers offer more features for less. It’s a shame as I’ve owned a Civic and currently own a previous gen CR-V. I want to consider another Honda but these prices aren’t compelling compared to what other brands offer for the money. I also hate how Honda only offers the hybrid in sport trims. The black rims are ugly as they look like a car with missing hubcaps imo and a black interior is so drab and it gets hotter during the summer. This is just a way for Honda to cost cut by offering fewer interior colors/trim pieces for the hybrid and not a lot of choices for the customer.

[@davidp2888]

Hey Joe, any plans to review the Toyota Corolla Cross? I haven't seen many on the road.

[@momensaad1]

🎉🎉 best wishes for your new

[@tonyslaughter8954]

With the headlights, do you have to drop the front to change the light bulbs?

[@Icy233]

Dude has made a review for every car in the galaxy, but the new Hyundai Tucson...

[@PatrickC139]

He did say a bit ago that he would be getting his hands on it very soon

[@Letsberealish]

He mentioned the Tucson in this review, as not having a rear wiper. You got your review but you just want to complain.

[@v12kingV10]

This his 38,499 Honda review

[@Icy233]

@@Letsberealish lol Tucson does have a rear wiper, it's just hidden, which makes the car look cleaner.

[@autoexperts9472]

HONDA IS BEST IN CLASS NO REV4 EAST & WEST HONDA IS THE BEST❤❤💯💯

[@daliborpys3910]

Hello, at 8:31 minutes you are an infotainment that fortunately runs, but I want to ask you about the previous 5. generation CR-V Hybrid, year of manufacture 2020, where they installed infotainment with Android version 4.3 that is So obsolete and, according to available information, can not be updated. Please, you would be so kind and I could ask me whether the system can be updated to the higher version of Android or not. I live in the Czech Republic and here I cannot get adequate information. Thank you very much.

[@seannmoriarty2974]

I really do think Honda did a nice job with this car, and it will most likely be my next vehicle (with a new kid on the way, I'm gunna need more space). Mostly because of the amount of space in the back as compared to the other vehicles in this lineup, as well as the fuel milage. OMG I SO AGREE WITH YOU about the black plastic fender treatment, and the chrome trim around the window. Makes nooo sense. Very annoying. Also, what's a guy gotta do to get a panoramic moonroof up in here?!?!

[@donpaulweatherpluspaul2670]

I'm in the minority, but I don't want a panoramic sunroof...too much work for the AC to keep it comfortable.

[@scottmcaninch8959]

So I just bought the 2025 Hybrid Sport L last month and the 1st trip I took was driving from Ohio down to Virginia and when going through West Virginia mountains it would barley make it up the hills on the highway. The RPMs reved really high and the car really struggled to hake it up the hills also loud engine noise I was worried something was really wrong, I googled it and sure enough several people were complaining about the same issue....Sadly these are things you don't find out in a test drive, this is my 1st hybrid and may be my last. ( the jury is still out ) Overall I love the CRV and in the city it is great, but dissapointed with how it performed on the trip. Luckly I don't drive that route but maybe once a year. Highways MPG were low 30's but in the city I am getting 40's so I am happy with that. The look and feel of the CRV and the infotainment system are far better than what my 2021 Kia Sorento had so I am very happy about that.

[@thethreatwrestling.7053]

The Sport mode works much better in the highway driving.

[@LeonEaves-qr5hz]

$40K, no spare, no ventilation in the seats. I’m leaving.

[@slumy8195]

hrv is a better deal

[@donpaulweatherpluspaul2670]

@@slumy8195 Apples and oranges. The HRV is not a hybrid, yet. Regular CRVs have a spare.

[@user-wh7hs2bc6m]

Hi, did they change back to the big gear leaver instead of a little switch/slider? I have seen " face liftet " european versions witch a small gear " switch/slider " .

[@hoodurkel]

Didn’t the previous version have full LED taillights. Seems they went backwards.

[@bonddav007]

I notice on the one I look at it’s says it has CVT transmission is that bad

[@arditbuzi908]

With that price and options I would go for Mazda CX-70 all day

[@voltmanip]

who pics these colors ???????????/

[@dungeonsanddronesrpgroup]

The lack of fog lights and the gross reflector on the fender are bad choices. I still use my fog lights at night on dirt roads.

[@donpaulweatherpluspaul2670]

On my 2018 & 2020 Accords, I found the fog lights had become superfluous. The LED headlights provided such good lighting that when I put on the fog lights, I couldn't see any actual difference in coverage.

[@helenmak5663]

Does it come with another interior color besides black? It does need better resolution on the info system, and 360 camera is desirable.

[@donpaulweatherpluspaul2670]

A few colors have a gray interior as a 2nd choices, but most are black only.

[@VillelaHN]

3:48 🤣🤣🤣 Totally agree!

[@brianbollan7069]

When you go throttle, have you ever been pulled over?

[@monkusbee]

They should’ve kept the push button shifter.

[@chriskelly509]

Still no ventilated seats?? 😞

[@masouds1733]

What is the material used on the armrests and the center console in the basic trim? It looks like leather, but I don't think it is real leather. I don't want to have any real leather in the car and that's why I've opted to choose the basic trim to avoid leather. But Honda still puts leather-looking material on these parts! Do you have any information about this? I've tried asking Honda Canada, but they don't seem to have a clue! Their information is mostly about the material on the seats. And there seems to be no way to ask this question from the production line!!

[@alexgutierrez7029]

La mejor en su segmento ❤

[@ktnicola]

Is beautiful

[@JRMoritz]

Do they have a plug-in hybrid like the RAV4 ?

[@robertmahler8894]

How come there is no mention of pricing?

[@propertyguru22]

This review is incomplete. 50% of the review talks about the body, fenders, spoiler, hybrid badge and tail lights. Complete waste of time.

[@Ljbuddy12]

How can this be the sport model with 204 hp? It weights 3,869 lbs. which is not light.

[@RaitisRides]

It is more of styling thing!

[@PatrickC139]

This has been on my short list along with the new Tuscon hybrid (I plan to actually do a test drive this week). If i went with the CRV i would probably want the top trim tho. The hybrid sport touring.

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

If you test drive the Tucson Hybrid, be prepared to purchase. Once you sit in one you will quickly realize there is no comparison.

[@rkgsd]

The thing is, at 185 inches long, it's more like a midsized SUV. It's longer than the RAV4 and almost as long as the Model Y.

[@donpaulweatherpluspaul2670]

But it's 8" shorter than the Accord. I had leased 7 consecutive high-end Accords, but the 2023 made it 1" too long for my garage. At first, I was disappointed. But at my age, my arthritic knees love the CRV over the low Accord seating, and it's nice having AWD.

[@Joeromano95]

Soccer moms rejoice!!

[@SLiCKFARTS]

How much was the crv?

[@andrewy4761]

Let's say I was going to Ducan Donut and got a flat. Where can I find my donut?

[@jonathan-tt8tn]

What Mazda CX we can compare to this CRV?

[@jeromegriffiths4462]

That’s a nice Car

[@Sttouf12]

All the food you mentioned is not healthy. You must be hungry lol. Thank you from Boston for the showing

[@RaitisRides]

I was very hungry! You are so very welcome!

[@JoseRodriguez-kb4xl]

40k for sport trim?

[@sergeantsnugglez3228]

For real man, this is getting ridiculous. Car prices are beyond stupid right now.

[@JoseRodriguez-kb4xl]

@@sergeantsnugglez3228 at this point a car payment is more than rent is in some places

[@K_patts8370]

How much hip room does it have?? CX-5 has very little 😢

[@CarGeek360]

The new CR-V imo would be at the top of the segment if it had more features, if the CR-V had just as many features as the RAV4, it would be at the top of the segment fs, the RAV4 still remains king in this segment for me but this new CR-V is a fantastic choice too

[@KindaCool843]

Right turn cameras please

[@jogmas12]

Where’s the spare tire ?🛞

[@propertyguru22]

No spare tire. This is a SAFETY issue and deal breaker.

[@JohnWelch-n8m]

$63,900 @ Honda Marysville, Ohio dealership

[@blueshark928]

KIA Sorrento Hybrid or Honda CR-V Hybrid? Decisions to be made in 15-30 days. Replacing an '08 Touareg.

[@haze1123]

I agree with all your ZONKS. But I would own one.

[@rkgsd]

I'd like to think the reason for the fake dual exhaust is Honda has a plan for a power plant to compete with the RAV4 Prime, but that's wishful thinking. 204hp is a bit too tame.

[@vistaprime]

is this supposed to be Honda's small SUV? this seems medium size to me.

[@RaitisRides]

There smallest is the HR-V, than this CR-V, followed by the Passport and their largest is the Pilot.

[@stevedolan5065]

Great looking little SUV…great review…thanks!

[@Jmdwolfy161]

RIP all these cars.

[@waywardtemplar]

After having a lease of the sportage PHEV and now having this, the sportage wins. Way more features for similar price and the Sportage is far more comfortable to ride in. Also, why the hell does honda still not offer ventilated seats on the CRV?!

[@stevenl4543]

How about other maintenance cost variables (Sportage vs CRV) especially long term reliability?

[@waywardtemplar]

@@stevenl4543 Kia had a better warranty but costs overall are about the same. Also, at the end of the day any reliability is overall based on how the owner of the vehicle treats the vehicle; obviously outside of weird defects.

[@moh8148]

Honda with their dark interiors 😞

[@hungson215]

It's not the best in everything, but it's good enough for everything. The design is quite neutral, which some people find it boring

[@njad3]

Almond milk has more proteins because it comes from almond cows