The 3rd Gen Honda CR-V is an Overlooked Budget Daily Driver!

Today we take a look at the 3rd Generation Honda CR-V! I really think these are often overlooked, especially compared to the beloved 2nd Gen.
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0:00 - Intro
1:02 - About the 3rd Gen CR-V
2:21 - About my dad's CR-V
3:18 - CR-V Trim Levels
3:44 - Powertrain Specs
5:52 - CR-V Wheel Options
6:23 - Trunk Space
8:01 - Rear Seat Impressions
9:59 - Front Seat Impressions
14:22 - Driving Impressions
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[@shiraz1736]

Mate, your Dad should keep it. One of the most reliable vehicles out there.

[@BernonCars]

It was good but he was ready to move on!

[@mk6golfguy972]

Love my 3rd gen, has 203k miles and runs so well. Hoping to get 300k+

[@BernonCars]

Nice!! Cheers!

[@ronald5728]

Excellent video. Very articulate. I have an 07, so your video resonates.

[@BernonCars]

Thank you!! I appreciate that!

[@aronkingZ]

Loved the xc90 review and love fact you review older cars. Subscribed!

[@BernonCars]

Thank you!!

[@apr859]

Considered buying one of those last year as my first car. Bought a 2005 accord EXL v6 instead

[@BernonCars]

Noice good choice!!

[@shaehawk1091]

im looking at one today to see if i want to buy. thank you for this review! it was so much more informative and higher quality than the others.

[@BernonCars]

Thank you!! I wish you luck, I appreciate that!!

[@---usr]

I just bought one a couple of hours ago 😊

[@Destro7000]

Great review Mister. i was looking into one of these recently. Looks nice!

[@BernonCars]

Thank you sir!

[@estherticharevamusic4221]

Thanks Bern! A great evaluation!!!!

[@BernonCars]

Thank you very much!

[@estherticharevamusic4221]

Thank you soooo much for this review!!!!!

[@BernonCars]

I'm glad it was helpful!!

[@donpayne4441]

Great detail and presentation!

[@BernonCars]

Thank you!

[@Garcia617]

Thanks for the review, I'm in the market for one of these with low miles and the same trim level

[@BernonCars]

Thanks man I'm happy to help!

[@keithjefferies9862]

Thank you very good review

[@BernonCars]

Thank you for watching!

[@andrewbird57]

Thank you for this vid. I'm in the market for a reliable car-based SUV for $10kish and this model really seems to fit what I'm looking for.

[@BernonCars]

Nice! Im glad I could help!

[@EllenBeeBoutique]

Please let me know which lights you bought. The look awesome. I have a lot of problems with the low beam on my gen3. Thanks

[@BernonCars]

They were from eBay!

[@michaelmazani]

Happy new year. Please drive a p3 volvo xc70. You won't be disappointed, neither will we

[@BernonCars]

Happy new year to you too! I absolutely want to review a P3 XC70! I love them

[@SamSaengsavang]

I had a 2007 CR-V base model and got it to 205,000 miles with poor maintenance (mostly my fault for not being diligent) and it still never broke down on me. If I had properly maintained it, it would have lasted much longer. (nothing happened to it I just had to sell it because the repairs would cost more than the car was worth at the time)

[@BernonCars]

That's what happens with a lot of CRV's it seems haha

[@stevenmoor]

Good ol' reliable. It will drive like new for as long as you own it, just keep up with regular maintenance. There are some flaws: - AC Compressor failed during the winter (wasn't used for around 5-6 months.) - Engine timing had to be adjusted at around 170k km. - Belt tensioner had to be replaced at around 175k km. - Some minor deficiencies here and there, nothing expensive. Overall, maintenance can cost anywhere between $100-$1000 CAD per year, which really isn't that bad for the age. The power train is solid as a rock, and honestly, I feel like I can really trust this vehicle to never let me down at 180k km. Bear in mind that it has lasted nearly 14 Montreal winters so far, and just keeps on going like an absolute champ. My biggest complaint would be rust, which has become an issue on the tailgate. It's very rare to see a 14 year old car in Montreal without rust though.

[@BernonCars]

Nice, thats good to know. Cheers!

[@LatoyaHarry]

Would love to see a review on the mitsubishi Rvr 2013 model

[@BernonCars]

I will keep that in mind!

[@steveboyd3455]

I have a 2009 CRV EX that I bought new, in March when the dealership was empty because of the great financial crisis. Good time to buy a car! It will be soon finishing it's 15th complete year, and has just over 300,000 km on it. No problems; original engine, transmission, everything.

[@BernonCars]

Nice! That’s great to hear! A trooper!

[@garymatten]

What sort of economy are you getting from yours?

[@dohc1974]

How often did you change transmission oil?

[@steveboyd3455]

Every 80,000 km (I am in Canada so if you are in the US, 1 mile = 1.6km) @@dohc1974

[@_sacredseven_]

I'd love to buy it off you guys

[@BernonCars]

Sadly it's sold already!

[@aceserv01]

Actually, you can purchase a 2007 with an R20-A1 engine with a 5-speed automatic transmission w/overdrive. The mileage is better, and the 150 hp engine won't over-torque the transmission. A D3 switch on the console limits the shift to the first 3 speeds. You can drive up to 74 mph in D3, and it definitely gives you more jump, but the mileage is terrible. It has full-time AWD.

[@damilolaakanni]

You could get the CR-V with a diesel engine in Europe. And BTW, this generation of the CR-V had an SE trim. I'm not sure where that sat in the lineup though.

[@BernonCars]

Interesting! I’ve seen videos of diesel ones before. I believe the SE came out in the later years before they switched to the 4th gen!

[@akafede4351]

​@@BernonCarswe have a 2.0 i-vtec r20a2 and a 2.2cdti diesel, you can have a 5 speed manual transmission on both. Great review

[@knivesprudente]

your steering wheel emblem is still in good chrome, mine is a little faded 😅

[@BernonCars]

So common! Haha

[@user-ug5md2im2r]

Looking these rn. Is the automatic good and reliable? Here in Finland almost all are manuals, but there are few automatics. Thinking about the automatic version😁

[@BernonCars]

Yeah by this time the transmissions were pretty good!

[@mrpbrasa]

My CR-V is a 2008 5-speed automatic transmission with 180000 miles, and it still shifts through the 5 gears without issue. Personally I'd like the manual but that's not an option in the US.

[@wawalker1]

Whaaa? I have owned a 2008 CR-V Ex-l since 2011. The rear seat does not slide! IHow did mine miss out? t's been a very good car except the A/C compressor replaced last summer at about 120,000. The driver lower seat bolster was crushed when I bought it at 19,000 miles. But it is electric adjusted. Go figure. Mine has 123,000, so hopefully it'll last. Your dad's has a lot more miles, give it some grace. Thanks for the video.

[@BernonCars]

Nice!! Yeah it slides!! My dad didn't know either LOL. Thanks for stopping by!

[@wawalker1]

@@BernonCars yes it does! I tried it today. I guess I just forgot. Sadly, there have been a few times it would've been helpful when loading stuff. The way the rear seats stow when you need extra space is lacking vs. Our Gen 4. Thank you.

[@theonetrueKM]

I'm on 17's and I'm in a crv. Pimpin.

[@BernonCars]

Sweeeeet

[@LANCETHEMASTER]

I only own mine cause it was inherited. Got it with 70k now it has 116k. I do plan on driving it til it completely craps out. It also burns a quart of oil by 3k miles

[@BernonCars]

Nice! Haha yeah these are great cars to just run down 😂

[@robertoflores599]

Which headlights are those ?

[@BernonCars]

From ebay!

[@ohThaTairra]

hey Bern!

[@BernonCars]

Hey!

[@erik472]

Looking to get a 2011 EX-L with about 90k miles to replace my 06 crv thats been giving me issues.

[@BernonCars]

Oh nice that’ll be a worthwhile upgrade!

[@adrianp4590]

What problems did you have with your cr v?

[@erik472]

@adrianp4590 timing chain and a slew of just miscellaneous repairs. I'm not much of a wrencher I will sell it for the low price I bought it for and move on. It's a great truck engine and transmission still strong I just do not have the patience and time to deal with it.

[@damilolaakanni]

13:12 the 2nd generation CR-V had its shifter on the dashboard by the steering wheel, you're probably thinking of the first generation.

[@BernonCars]

Ohhhhhh right!

[@GXKid06]

Im sorry but the large upside down grille under a normal small grille looks super weird and from the side the front sticks out too much. I feel like only the new new crv and the 2015 touring are the only good looking crvs

[@BernonCars]

Oh yeah these are definitely pretty weird looking

[@TravisCyprien]

Gosh had a 2011 model and never again! Back when I was trying to get my first car I had my sights on a 3rd generation Toyota RAV4. But of course when dealerships try to bait and switch the deal it’s like (Why). I ended up with a 2011 Honda CRV EXL a Complete Lemon from the Dealership. Gosh I still say when I got it it never went through a three point inspection. They gave me it with a big crack in the windshield. The struts were all out. Had the AC unit go completely out dealership had to change it out. And also a recall on the door actuator which caused all 4 doors to lock and not unlock. Also the car had a bad reputation since checking with my insurance company they had recorded of it from the first time bought. The previous owners just destroyed the car. And found out it was repossessed. So the Dealership basically screwed me over. After all this I said never again. I hated this car ever since! Just wish that dealership would have sold me that 2011 Toyota RAV4 that I was looking at. But they sold it to someone else. The salesmen I was dealing with was just looking to sell Honda Product since he was getting big commission. Found that out when I saw his name on the sales board in the use car office as the top salesmen. Kind of pissed me off. Let’s just say I hate this car now. Gosh my own girlfriend said she is happy I got rid of that car. I mean I now have a 2013 Kia Soul Exclaim love that car. And it’s going to be my first car owned. But also I still want my Toyota RAV4 lol.

[@BernonCars]

Damn thats such a pain!! My dad had to put quite a bit into it to make it more reliable too. That’s a shame

[@voravincii]

I had a 2009 RAV4 with a V6. The engine was awesome. I really miss the power and effortless speed. Someone totaled it and I ended up getting an 07 Honda CRV. I actually like everything about the CRV more than the RAV, *except* for the engine. The 4 cylinder just feels lackluster and I only get like 1-2 mpg more compared to the V6. Though the CRV is more comfortable, better brakes, better handling, and better trunk.

[@pushhard2]

Honestly all of that stuff that you namet is nothing major. I wish I would have known you at the time of these claims and I would have gladly purchased that crv from you. Hondas have always been known until later years for their A/C. The windshield could have been repaired for free through your insurance company. And struts was nothing major as well. A lot of times struts have to be changed anyway. And their reputation is not bad at all. They have the most reliable engine that Honda has ever created used across the board in many of their models as stated in the video. Sadly you were ill informed. You let a Honda go for a Kia soul? Smh You'll really find out what real car problems are!😂😂😂😂