By jecchile1 on 11/08/07 08:51 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2005 Honda CR-V EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
My first AND LAST Honda product... I have never had a car that requires so much maintenance (I'm 63 years old and have had many)... Rear Differential needs oil change every 15K to 20K. It starts and runs, it is fairly confy but but expensive to keep... Now have another noise when at low speed - like a Diesel noise - mechanics have not been able to identify it - perhaps the alternator bearing they said... Anyway, thinking about trading it in, I'm tired of so much maintenance and problems.
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By My CR-V on 09/21/07 03:13 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Honda CR-V Special Edition AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I and my family love this CR-V as it fits the 3 of us just right. It's a good looking car and is easy to keep clean. We love the 6 disc cd changer in dash and love the height of the vehicle as we can slide right into it. The only drawback is the road noise while driving. It has great pick-up after 40 mph even though it is a 4-cylinder.
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By RHenry on 08/20/07 12:02 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Honda CR-V LX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I got this suv after totalling a 2004 Honda Civic. I wanted a safe car and this one has really good safety ratings. The A/C is much better than the 04 Civic. The hand brake is in a weird spot, not inconvenient, just an adjustment. I thought that I would get better gas mileage than I am getting. The paint color is the same as the 04 Civic (that dark silvery color) it hides dirt well. I get a lot of glare in the front windshield which is annoying. The seat fabric kind of stinks-I have a dog and ended up with dog hair that would get stuck in the fabric and I had to remove each hair indivually, also I somehow have a couple of stains that won't come out of the black upholstery.
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By kstephens on 08/18/07 09:35 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Honda CR-V EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
We bought our CRV based on Honda's reputation. It is only 3 years old with 50,000 miles on it and the ac broke. It cost $1,800 to fix. Apparently the mechanic said this is common with the CRV. He also said he has seen many with transmission issues. Think twice about the CRV before purchasing. Investigate with a mechanic that you trust about their reliability. Up until now we really enjoyed ours but to avoid any other big ticket repairs we are considering trading it in. It's ridiculous to have to put thousands of dollars worth of repairs into a car that is not that old especially with the reputation honda has for reliability. I guess the CRV is the exception.
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By Russ on 08/18/07 04:42 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Honda CR-V EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Except for the differential problem which Honda took care of, it's been a solid vehicle that you feel you'll keep till 200,000 on the odo. Lucked out, original tires lasted till 33,000 at which time Sears indicated brake pads at 50% give or take all around. Have changed oil at Honda every 5,000. Other than that, gas, wash, wax. Fuel economy respectable. Plenty of room for me in the back seat with front seat all the way back, I'm 6'3". Currently at 34,300 miles, no rattles, everything works. Yes it does have the road noise everyone complains about.
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By KING on 08/11/07 16:39 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Honda CR-V LX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
The engine is adequate and very reliable. The styling beats the new CRVs hands down. The seats could be more comfortable and the driver seat needs more movement backwards for long legs. I love getting around parking lots and the narrow body allows plenty of room for the doors opening in parking spaces. This SUV has plenty of cargo space and lots of storage nooks inside. I wanted a red CRV with black interior but this is not offered.
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By juliegal on 07/02/07 17:53 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Honda CR-V EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I've had my CR-V for 2.5 years. It's been a great car and fun to drive, but I think it may be starting to show its age! At 2 years/30K the brakes, battery and tires all had to be replaced--too soon, in my book. Car has pulled to right from the start, but I live with that. From day one, I've experienced a grinding noise from the rear when turning hard (U-turns). Finally, at the shop today I was told there is a differential repair bulletin out for this, requiring resurfacing and new pads (work done at Honda's expense). Lately, I notice the car is a bit sluggish starting, and it surges at stop signs. The VSA indicator comes on occasionally. Hope this isn't a problem brewing!
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By scott likes the AWD on 06/16/07 20:05 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Honda CR-V EX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought this CRV to replace a Chevrolet Tahoe, not much of a trade off. I liked the size of the the crv and the pep. I really got to appreciate the AWD, when we got caught in a Montana snow storm and kept on trucking when all the big 4 wheelers were having to chain there rigs up. We went right on through without a issue and about 22 mpg, try to tell my old Tahoe that.
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By Barry on 05/27/07 18:56 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Honda CR-V LX AWD 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I really love this SUV. Have had a few non-Honda like issues with this car. I had to have the strut lubed and now the rotors are warped big time. Another trip to the dealer. I guess I just expected more from Honda. But again, after coming from an Olds Alero, anything would be more reliable.
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By MAN22 on 05/10/07 18:31 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2005 Honda CR-V LX Fwd 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
We bought this for the wife, but she soon wanted back into a mini-van. I became the driver. Since new, wind noise on the right side of the windshield has been problematic and the dealer can't fix it. Road noise is another problem that is a historical issue with this model. Economy is good, great miles between oil changes, and really kinda fun to drive. Front wheel torque can cause you problems if you get on it while turning and it is zippy for a 4 cyclinder. Seats are a little firm for the wife, but I like them that way.
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