2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid review // Still missing many options?

[@Motormouth...]

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[@jstrig]

Recalls don't scare me. What scares me are automakers not recalling vehicles they should be

[@Motormouth...]

Recalls are mandated. Not the manufacturer

[@sandyneely3216]

Absolutely love my 2025 canyon blue CRV hybrid sport. Fabulous seats, steering, ride, mpg and interior. Just feels so solid and high quality.

[@jefff7287]

Yup....I have the exact same one from 2024 and agree. What others might see as missing options, I see as great minimalism...highlight the most needed features and make those shine, while not wasting money on flashy huge screens, etc that don't actually add that much to the overall experience.

[@witsendcottage595]

Missing too many features for this price point. Interior layout is just too bland. Honda needs to step it up.

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

The interior is classy. Minimal is a classic look

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

​@Mrtellitlikeitis It's bland as watching paint dry.

[@maxdcorgi]

those accordion type vents are not easy to clean

[@GregBeaulieu-c3t]

Ugh, another coal-mine black Honda interview! Seems pricey too.

[@joychung3639]

I agree, I still remember their trade mark interior is dual glove box compartment and the storage below the passenger seat. before from practicality/functionally family interiror to like 2 people car.

[@GregBeaulieu-c3t]

Zack rocking his favorite red plaid shirt! Most colorful thing in the interior.

[@BhutJolokias]

We owned a 2017 CR-V for 7 years. One of the most impressive vehicles we've ever had. With retirement approaching next year, we started looking for our next SUV for doing some traveling. The CR-V Hybrid was at the top of our list. That is until I started noticing the new Santa Fe hybrid Calligraphy. Once we took a test drive there was no going back. I'm sure we'd have been super happy with the Honda. The extra money for the Santa Fe was a no-brainer for us. Why save money for all those years if you're not going to spend it.

[@ledwinka]

MY23 Accord Hybrid owner here. No 360 degree camera, could see that there were signs of interior light option that was not included for the US, no folding mirror... All of which would be included for any Hyundai and Kia products at the similar price range. The product planners at Honda pretty much screwed up. Going to be my last Honda... and this coming from a former Renault-Nissan engineer. You made a good choice.

[@jefff7287]

3 rows vs 2, so not really a direct competitor.

[@myronyoshioka8742]

The community that you report from is so beautiful. Love the homes and people walking around. Beautiful homes. You are very fortunate to live in such a lovely area.

[@chantaljacques7664]

This vehicle is to me the most tempting in its class compare to the other 4 options. I had a test drive and it feels so much better to me than the RAV 4 hybrid. However, I think I am going to wait 2026 before I buy one. I hope that Honda is listening to the potential buyers who are looking for a few more refine touches for the price point of the vehicle. A 360 camera would be a must for me as I felt that the head rests and the seat belts of the back seats interfere significantly with the visibility at the back of the vehicle. I am a short person. Yes fast heating seat is important even here on Vancouver Island as that leather fabric is cold. I wish they would offer a cosier fabric even on the top trim. Finaly, some more appealing colours and material options although this would not be a deal breaker.

[@mikepelk]

Zach it’s easy to tell you are in Vancouver because here in the east in Quebec it goes like this : use gloved hand to knock snow off drivers side door window then open door start car press heated seat button then open back door get out your scraper/ brush then brush snow off car scrap windows by then your seats are HoT ! Ps I’m a Honda guy since 1993. I’d give my left nut for that new crv. If someone else made the payment s lol

[@Jgjginkg244]

For this price, CR-V Hybrid Touring ($43,000 USD) is missing: 1) HUD 2) 360 DEG camera 3) vented seats 4) anemic interior & outdated dash 5) panoramic sunroof 6) Acoustic sound deadening 7) remote smart parking 8) finger print engine start

[@bzdang]

Lane keeping assist is dangerous. Backup camera does not dim at night. The driveline rips around town, is adequate on the highway, and uses less fuel than my Honda Fit did.

[@tomdrummy4984]

Love this ! 👍. Hate black wheels and black interior 😏

[@nathanhashman5895]

Ended up going with a Black 2024 Hybrid Touring. Had the option for light grey surfaces on the seats, only with Black interior. The Korean twins did not impress me and the existing RAV4 needs a refresh. Over 10K Kms later, this vehicle has not disappointed.

[@PHDavid2]

Good , I have a white 2024 hybrid EXL

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for the feedback, glad you are enjoying it. There are lots on the road in Vancouver.

[@kvcooks814]

Happy to see your take on the CR-V. I bought a '25 Sport-L l in July and have enjoyed it. I agree that the seat warmer is slow-ish, but works really well to heat my bum and back. I miss rain-sensing wipers on my trim, headlights are not the greatest and no available fog lights, which in the PNW are super useful. I did look into a spare tire for longer road trips and may invest in one for peace of mind.

[@10OF9OFBORG]

I laughed when Zack said “ Never rain in Vancouver” and he grabbed the handle as you pick up speed. 😆 😆 I have seen a Honda CR-V and I find big boxing looking. I never liked interior at all. Great show Andrea! 👍🏻👏🏻☕️☕️

[@victorhoyles5113]

I've owned a Hybrid Touring for almost two years and it has been fantastic. The only missing feature is ventilated seats. Otherwise, the ride compliance and quiet interior are more upscale than you would expect which is why there's a premium on the price IMO. I get about 6.5L/100kms in summertime but that rises to 7.5L/100kms in winter. All from mixed driving.

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

I have the charcoal grey. Stunning

[@PHDavid2]

I have in pearl white , I love it

[@mikejanssen6344]

Personally, I absolutely love how simple, non-techy this vehicle is. Easy to operate. Not all of us want full tech beast mode.

[@jefff7287]

I know, right? Especially great that everything is not operated within the touch screen, which seems dangerous when trying to pay attention to the road.

[@powerguymark]

I really enjoyed the videos you produce. That being said I have to take advantage of the last opportunity turn courage people to purchase a 2024 Toyota Venza INSTEAD. 2.5 liter Atkinson cycle engine that is naturally aspirated. (so no turbo to wear out or maintain) It only comes in all-wheel drive. And with the extra torque of the rear electric motor/generator it accelerates like a V6 but is still a gas sipping 4 cylinder. Also, there's no mechanical drivetrain to the rear wheels to maintain or wear out. It's also quieter than the RAV4. (Admittedly it's a bit noisier than a loaded model CRV, but the interior is very nice!) This hybrid system is so reliable Mazda is now using it. Anyway thanks for the video.

[@iana36s]

I agree on the height adjustable passenger seat. I see the Acura ADX will also not have one. You would think they would at least put a manual one on like the Civic Si driver seat

[@andreaspencer9813]

For sure, I was disappointed about the ADX too.

[@georgeg.7124]

Definitely dislike the honeycomb design. Good review. Like that you all will give honest opinions. Also don't think they need huge screens for a good product. I think consumers appreciate simplicity a bit more than car reviewers.

[@tophlovr]

I ALMOST bought a 2024 CRV Hybrid. But the lack of spare, very dated looking infotainment, and weird gearing for the engine swayed me over toward a RAV4 Hybrid. I am pretty happy with my purchase. Just wish it was a quieter car :(

[@gpaull2]

Weird gearing?

[@Trekgalaxi]

no 360 cam on a car in this price range? wow

[@ozzzy3z946]

Check Hyundai and Kia.

[@xiondFirst]

​@@ozzzy3z946yeah and check their engines and transmissions that's why they need 10 years of warranty.

[@PHDavid2]

I have the 2024 CRV hybrid white pearl, it is expensive but that the ONLY payment I never complain, safe car , comfortable , Ik some features are needed but overall is a nice car , I am 25 year old btw, I had the 2023 on black to

[@kenphillips7594]

Hondas generally get decent reviews but here in Australia their sales are falling while the competition is selling more vehicles.

[@SimonLee9772]

Strange that the hybrid version is only available in murdered out trim. Plus, this car is missing so many features that are standard or at least optional on other cars. While I like the way it drives, just too much I don't like about the Honda.

[@En-Route1]

Battery cost replacement is $8000 plus $3000 to install quoted per 2 different Honda Dealerships in Ontario- considering the hybrid system costs $2000 more than gas plus same highway mileage once the battery depletes plus no spare tire hard to justify hybrid over the gas model.

[@ozzzy3z946]

I keep vehicles for a long time. I live in an area that had 110 degree temperatures 70 days this year. I passed on a hybrid. The spare tire issue made me cancel an order on a 2025 CRV Sport Touring. Thankfully I did. I know a battery replacement would be in my future.

[@xiondFirst]

Well, it wouldn't happen right away. Maybe like 10 years down the line.

[@PHDavid2]

@@xiondFirstyeah brand new have insurance to

[@En-Route1]

@@xiondFirstbut it’s likely to affect trade-in value as the vehicle ages - everyone’s situation is different so depending on how long people keep their vehicles it’s something to consider

[@xzimxzim]

The batteries are under warranty for 8 years 100k. I’ve had 3 Toyota hybrids and 2 Honda hybrids. I ran them to at least 150k miles before trading them in and never had issues. The one Prius I traded at 300k. You can order replacement batteries online for under 2k.

[@ronclevenger]

I have a 2023 CR-V Hybrid Sport Touring, and I agree with your review in terms of drivability and handling. Recalls aside, I must say that build quality leaves much to be desired. Yes, I had the sticky steering issue. I also had a misaligned rear power hatch, grill pieces that have come loose and a headliner panel that fell off. Honda - at both the corporate level and the dealer level have offered tepid response. This was my first Honda and I chose it partly on its reputation for quality and reliability. Either that reputation is ill deserved or I am very unlucky.

[@TheMrJourneyer]

CR-V Hybrid owner here, haven’t had any of those issues at all. You might just be unlucky, unfortunately.

[@Slim1986]

I see these EVERYWHERE!!!🐐

[@ptg01]

Love my 24 Sport Touring.. Gas mileage is a lot lower than advertised though.. Combined, I am getting 34.5 and I drive like a grandpa.. Wish it had 360 degree camera (helps a ton in parking), power folding mirrors, more respectable horn ( current one sounds like a clown car), TPMS display by tire.

[@Expedition18]

Love the video. Would love to see comparison with Acura rdx? Sorry didn't realize acura doesn't offer rdx hybrid maybe another suggestion to Honda

[@djplonghead5403]

I think, aside from storage, I would rather have an Accord hybrid.

[@PtYt24]

Its 2025 model and I really hate how small the screen is, why not use the Accord screen ?

[@keithtrumble7029]

In the US where I live dealers are discounting the CRV. The RAV4 is hard to get and dealers are marking it up above MSRP. The CX 50 they are only taking orders and quoting 3 months until delivery. I have had a bad experience with Hyundai not standing behind their vehicles and telling me a quart of oil every 3k miles is acceptable. Thus why I am leaning towards the Honda

[@hopnhike]

No temporary spare tire...no deal.

[@garystar1592]

Just call the roadside assistance. Too many people get killed/injured changing flat tires on the side of highways.

[@gobear83]

I think what should happen is that Honda invites you guys to the meeting when they design a vehicle…just think how good it could be.

[@IKnewMickey]

The Passport looks like the old Xterra. Nicely done! Nissan too slow to pounce on the current market trends I guess?

[@ryanperry5709]

I wish they would add the full digital gauge, cooled seats a d a 360 camera in the touring, and bring back the spare tire and the panoramic sunroof!!

[@Offensively-normal]

I recommend picking a scent and sticking with it.

[@stickbrick8219]

I’m with Zack, I like silver brighter wheels , black looks nice but gimicky

[@Roxertoxer]

We almost got it, but my wife hated those exhaust in front, so we ended up with german premium one

[@PS-js9oh]

Yeah ...but those front exhausts work great when you're backing up.....

[@BrianPetersen-l2w]

Great review. Even though I like the hybrid powertrain I would buy the CRV EX non hybrid. It has a lot less "all black" interior and wheels, along with light color fabric seats. Sadly, in the US midwest dealers only stock dark interior and exterior color CRV's. I wish you could give a rough timeline for custom ordering from Honda. I know o Toyota has a 6 to12 month wait for RAV4.

[@OneHungLee]

What’s up with Honda interiors that are completely black?

[@bryb2644]

Out of the Civic, CRV, or Accord, the Civic looks the best.

[@davidjym]

very subjective

[@drewyager4020]

Ice contact. I have not heard of those!!! Conti are awesome tires

[@josephpanozzo4815]

I haven’t seen many new CRV’s in the Chicagoland area. The couple I did see looked almost like the last generation Chevy Equinox except for the distinctive CRV taillights.

[@allantilley3716]

While it is nice… it’s just not at the RAV4 Hybrid level yet. Maybe in another few years once the bugs are worked out and it’s had a chance to prove itself. Those front exhaust tips are fugly also… paint those black to hide them Honda!

[@e5man4her]

Rav4 XLE Premium compares well to EX-L....but the price difference, ouch.

[@foxlake6750]

That’s the RAV4 we have, good value with 5.9 city/hwy (40 mpg)

[@bobjakubik4381]

Loved my 1998 CRV. Upgraded to a 2016 and found it incredibly bland to drive and to look at. Have since moved on to a 2023 Santa Fe PHEV Limited which feels so more luxurious, smooth and stylish. Loaded with features. Agree, Honda is phoning it in and has to step up it's design and tech game.

[@daviotkelly1267]

Zack hanging on for dear life took me out 😂😂

[@johnwelbers4248]

Let’s hope 26 will be a better year

[@craigo2142]

Honda needs to add the hybrid to its HRV (and Acura needs this too) and extend the warranty to 4 yrs/50000K miles and they could grab some more market share.

[@austenrichardgeorge842]

I think "standing behind the product" is an interesting subject for the car market - all companies have recalls but it would be good to know which companies are the best when it comes to customer service. Savageese reviewers in the US for instance have noted how awful Kia/Hyundai are about actually fixing problems - granted this may be at a dealer level - and may be different than the Canadian market. I remember a LOT of angry Honda owners complaining about oil dilution problems and that Honda was not, in their view, dealing with the problem properly (or at all).

[@jmahizzle]

It makes you wonder how much this will be next year in the US market with the proposed 25% tariffs

[@ThangarajMurugan-i2p]

How about Tucson hybrid 2025 ?? Looks beautiful and way more tech for the price I live in Ontario and confused to buy this crv hybrid touring or Tucson hybrid 2025

[@howlingwolf125y]

Here's an idea - Honda needs to make a CRV Trailsport... Beef it up and raise it up a bit - similar to the Pilot trailsport.. And give the CRV trailsport the same V6 engine and 10 speed tranny that's in the Pilot trailsport..

[@jefff7287]

It would never win against the Forester, which is purpose-built for that segment of the market.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

Honda is now the official Buick of Japanese cars. Targeting middle-aged and seniors everywhere. Honda pay more to get less philosophy is really getting old and tired.

[@davidjym]

I've never been a fan of the high-priced Honda products

[@rakhsiprayogo82]

This is Faster Than a Hyundai Tucson

[@BrooklynBigAl]

I was gonna' comment on how this is the ultimate NPC vehicle but Zack did it better at 4:33

[@leftcoaster67]

I'm only happy when it rains. Especially if Shirley Manson is around.

[@DDIYNETWORK]

Curious what other CR-V owner's total range is? I only get 730km per tank on a good day... nowhere close to 800km. Anyone else have low numbers?

[@Bitcoin_Gold]

Was this recorded before going to LA Auto show?

[@SaiKumar-hu5oc]

@motormouth My 24 crv top trim was stolen 😢 last week here in USA

[@davidjym]

oh dear

[@PHDavid2]

Omg where???

[@SaiKumar-hu5oc]

@@PHDavid2 North Carolina. It’s been 5 days . Cops still searching. It’s brand new vehicle, just 7,000 miles. So easy to steal Why Honda even making this cars ? Not even glass was broken they just did relay attach and drove the car.

[@PHDavid2]

@ mmm weird, well thief this days have technology for that, I am in Florida

[@SaiKumar-hu5oc]

@@PHDavid2 of course they have everything. Look it up

[@efavuzza73]

No XM radio deal breaker

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

It has xm sirius radio. Mine does 2025

[@Gopinathk17]

Is it worth buying Hybrid Sport trim over Rav4 hybrid XLE in the US?

[@stanthomas9890]

Toyota gets slightly better MPG............Honda is MUCH quieter and smoother

[@GoOp790]

So is this similar to Nissans E-Power at lower speeds where the motor just acts as a generator? Sounds like engine kicks in at high speeds

[@focusonjunta]

Boooo for the way too long product placement! But yaaaay for not skipping the recall discussion. Let’s not forget about the MASSIVE V6 recall coming up in pilots, passports and Oddsey... Honda, you are killing us... Let’s hope, not literally!

[@urbo42]

I just put a bar of Irish Spring on the console. Cheap, pleasant. Done. You don't need an app or a subscription. Frankly, this Honda looks dated and plain imho. Remember when Honda's used to wow in the styling department?

[@nlken7175]

Priced to high. Rav4 will stay king.

[@noelrutherford6321]

The front seat bolsters curve inward right at you hips and I find it uncomfortable. I wish they had bolsters that allowed for wider hips. 😊

[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

Andrea & Zack, IS it True WE🇺🇲🇨🇦 Are getting a New HR-V Hybrid FWD/AWD soon??

[@constantinedimopoulos1110]

I took one out for a test drive. 52,100 plus tax, with a lot of missing features, and a rather bland and dated dash. The finish was pretty pedestrian at this price point. Not a lot of power either. I asked the dealer about the non hybrid version, and he told me that it was about 44k fully loaded. BUT NO LEATHER SEATS. You have to upgrade to hybrid to get leather seats. I see no value here, unless you primarily do city driving then it may be worth it.

[@saxywale2]

The dash looks like something from the early 2000.

[@sixpotshot]

Honda's engineering is second to none. I know its not gonna happen but I would love to see a strip out test of all the cars in this class where everything gets disassembled, checked for materials' standards and tolerances as well as the engineering standard of the whole project: rust proofing, welding standards, crash test results, thickness of metal sheeting and its composition, paint standards... starting with how many paint layers and thicknessOften with cars what a customer can't see counts more than what is visible...makers know that people buy with (what is visible to) their eyes & hearts and not so much with their brains. The fact that the market is made of 3 years lease & next doesn't help the cause of makers that build their cars to stand the test of time, something that matters to long term keepers (min of 10 years from new...) who rarely suffer depreciation horrors. I wish car journalists could just get together, buy one car together, strip it out, get the whole thing inspected and then share the results with their audiences! You are so many that I tink it is feasible!

[@toddkovalcik332]

Are you kidding???? 99.99% of buyers could care less about the things you mention. Buy the car you like and drive it.

[@emmanuelbarcelona9494]

Yow, who has a larger cargo space at the back compared to Rav 4 or outback?

[@kevmaughan]

Andrea always dresses nice even in a storm.

[@AnandRaj-sf2ml]

Why I should not go for rav4 prime/phev se? Quiet ride. 70 km pure electric fast 0-60 when needed more mileage

[@happykt]

I don't like all the black. Its depressing. I like a light interior and black paint is the softest (scratches easily) and shows all the dirt. FYI, I owned a Acura CL in black and it was a very crappy car, between the pitting paint and the transmission going out at 30,000 miles.

[@davidjym]

Even light or medium grey is better than complete black

[@drewyager4020]

Does Honda have a lighter color for the interior??

[@Nothern_King]

Damn that's expensive

[@jedknutson8373]

black black and black...very contrasty...

[@mountainhobo]

You would regret all black in the sun belt.

[@theglowcloud2215]

Honda's trying to take some market share from Toyota and the 4Runner with that Passport redesign. Too bad the CR-V is the forgotten child.

[@TedHahn-w3d]

When will the PHEV come to America. It is available 4:37 in Europe

[@davidridley-smith5166]

Another expensive vehicle without a spare tire. My 2024 Acura Integra Type S has space for it but only has an inflator kit. Blow a sidewall in the middle of nowhere with no cell service and good luck with that can of goop! I have written to Acura Canada but received the expected corporate answer that it is a weight and fuel saving measure. That is a load of crap. The very least these car companies could do is offer a spare as an option. I have opened a case with Transport Canada as I consider this a safety issue.

[@micku9954]

plug in PLEASe HONDA

[@jstrig]

I'm just not seeing much reason to get the Honda CRV hybrid in any trim over a Hyundai Tucson hybrid. Even the looks of the CRV are pretty boring.

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

Get it. Hyundai is a tin can

[@jstrig]

@Mrtellitlikeitis That is simply not true

[@SinghN2338]

The hybrid systems are designed differently. Honda has an electric drive with the engine kicking in at higher speeds- no traditional transmission- just a clutch which only engages at the higher speed. I believe the Korean hybrids have an electric motor sandwiched between the engine and a conventional auto transmission. Correct me if I'm wrong.

[@davidjym]

Honda is overpriced as usual.

[@beaurex4756]

My friend has a 2022 Tucson and loves it. I've been impressed by how quick and how quiet it is.

[@CoralSea]

No memory driver seat is deal killer for me.

[@andreaspencer9813]

There is a memory driver seat, it just doesn't include the mirrors.

[@CoralSea]

@@andreaspencer9813I think a proper memory seat includes the seat, side mirrors and steering wheel.

[@67keyakaren68]

I hope yours doesn’t catch fire

[@TranTek]

I drove this CRV love everything about it, except highway it doesn’t have power to pass quite weak, city is awesome

[@gpaull2]

If you can’t pass with this it’s not the car. I’ve had mine on a mountainous highway with a speed limit of 120, so everyone is doing 130…still lots of juice left to pass (even up hill).

[@varnan316]

Wait you said 50 thousand CAD....for a crv? Why not buy 19 Rav4 for 25k. Gas though. No hybrid.

[@foxlake6750]

RAV4 XLE is $43K with a full size spare and 40 mpg city/hwy.

[@IKnewMickey]

$33,000 roughly for the base trim in Canukistan.

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

Now advertisements. Cmon man

[@Motormouth...]

We don't work for free

[@davidjym]

@@Motormouth... so is every youtubers out there !!!

[@Dando77691]

@@Motormouth...You guys do a great job so I can’t blame you for trying to make as much possible, but just so you know, I already pay KZbin a monthly fee to get rid of ads. I really don’t like them. This doesn’t work with sponsored ads though so I gravitate towards KZbin channels that don’t have them. Just wanted to provide some feedback and keep up the good work.

[@janoycresnova9156]

​@@Dando77691look into KZbin revanced. No need to pay KZbin to get rid of ads.

[@calebwany8422]

​@@Dando77691bro you can always forward or skip through those parts; lazy

[@JustinAdams84]

9:18 the seats are awful and not enough support and the storage is just so bad. No thought for customers to have space.

[@JustinAdams84]

Also my seats are fading and looking worn. The honeycomb air vent is awful keeps you from using phone holders and it stays dusty with even vacuuming. The screen and backup camera are cheap and the software is running it is a joke and stops working all the time.

[@LaszloBagi]

Too bad its not a plug in

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

A plug-in hybrid CR-V is available in Europe and China. It makes use of a 17.7kWh battery, an electric motor and a 2.0 4cyl engine with 181hp. It’s front-wheel drive only and is a rip-off (at least in the UK).

[@Mrtellitlikeitis]

Dude. Educate urself. The grid cant handle plug ins

[@sergiirybachenko2079]

@@DaveDVideoMakerIn Ukraine it cost 60k USD.

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

@@sergiirybachenko2079 That is a rip-off, especially for front-wheel drive only.

[@billurban1581]

@@Mrtellitlikeitis A grid of a given size could handle five times as many PHEVs as EVs. EVs pretty much need 240V, PHEVs are happy with 110V.

[@jackj3542]

56,000 dollars not including taxes, keep the f’ij thing.

[@beaurex4756]

Hondas are boring.

[@JohnDretired]

Seats are not comfortable.

[@keytothegate68]

My biggest concern would be the car catching fire .The battery is bellow the rear seat where you put your kids usually. And they do catch fire just look at the clip on KZbin with a new CRV starting to burn while the driver is on the highway first the smell of burning, then smoke then the whole car is like a volcano. When you run over something on the road it starts the reaction.

[@jedknutson8373]

yep saw that one fuck that....

[@glennsteeves1944]

Do your homework, the battery is NOT below the rear seat.