2012 Honda CR-V - Consumer Discussions

Honda CR-V Brakes

• Re: Help...Just bought and just imploded [raforan]

  Written by: hondatrash on Jun 7, 2013 11:02:34 AM

  I purchased a 2012 Honda CR-V from Santa Margarita Honda in Orange County CA approximately 10 months ago. The car has 9,400 miles on it and my wife drives it 7 miles/day to go between work and home. My brake rotors are completely warped already. When I drive at freeway speeds and step on the brake the car rattles like a 6.0 earthquake and the pedal bounces like a basketball. Took ... Read More

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2013 CRV EX (AWD)? Price? [glv2]

  Written by: neubiecrv on Jun 7, 2013 9:45:36 AM

  Hello, Just for reference, I purchased a 2012 CR-V EX AWD back in August of 2012. My OTD price with taxes was $27,200.00. I could have gotten it for $150 less at another dealership somewhat close to home but I chose to purchase from dealership in area of workplace in Bethesda, MD (expensive area to rent and buy homes). Which was the same dealership the 1995 FWD Accord, which I still ... Read More

Honda CR-V AC Compressor Problems

• Alin Class Action Settlement for Compressors

  Written by: 123tenacity on Jan 3, 2013 4:28:08 PM

  I have interesting news for anyone denied a refund for the 2002-2004 Honda CRV compressor class action suit. This suit was settled November 2012. If you were denied a settlement amount and were told the reason was the mileage did not match the year EX: year 4/48,000 miles you were denied wrongly. The forward slash means OR not and. They are trying to interpret their own guidelines. I am appealing Alin ... Read More

Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair

• Re: How much is your service? [steve_]

  Written by: charles_guy on May 13, 2013 7:35:34 PM

  hey steve_ host and nice to have quick reply from a edmunds host, not sure what you rubbere'd on your van since snow is not much problem in ne for us i go for hydroplaning and really like some of the yokos or generals my comment about that crv service in the comment here http://www.edmunds.com/honda/cr-v/2012/long-term-road-test/2012-honda-cr-v-20000- -mile-b1-service-complete-commentspage.html#comments i just want to say check dealer sites n coupons. quote: (1) [i]I know that ... Read More

• Re: How much is your service? [steve_]

  Written by: charles_guy on May 13, 2013 4:15:18 PM

  payed to much see my post at http://www.edmunds.com/honda/cr-v/2012/long-term-road-test/2012-honda-cr-v-20000- - -mile-b1-service-complete.html coupons from honda of santa monica are friends

• How much is your service?

  Written by: Stever@Edmunds on Apr 27, 2013 2:36:59 PM

  2012 Honda CR-V: 20,000-Mile B1 Service Complete Edmunds paid $139.07 with tax after a discount for a B1 service on the long term tester.

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• CR-V Recall

  Written by: ph23man on Apr 23, 2013 9:19:19 AM

  Hi all, Honda just announced a recall on the 2012 and 2013 CR-V's and I was wondering if this has any affect on prices? Can this be used to negotiate a lower price than usual?

Honda CR-V Lease Questions

• Re: Lease Deal on 2013 CR-V LX AWD [bos2aus]

  Written by: contract_build on Apr 11, 2013 6:11:08 PM

  Thank you for your reply bos2aus & I didn't mean to confuse: .00145MF is top tier/lowest currently, but if you look back two years ago April, the 2011 's MF was substantially lower just prior to the 2012/next generation release. Honda knows they've got a winner now and don't have to deal on MF. Also, since the Civic&Accord have lower MF, I was just wondering if your doc showed "MF movement" ... Read More

Honda CR-V Real World MPG

• Fuel Economy Update

  Written by: Stever@Edmunds on Apr 9, 2013 2:57:42 PM

  2012 Honda CR-V Long-Term Road Test

Honda CR-V AC Compressor Problems

• Re: Help...Just bought and just imploded [kkoka1]

  Written by: raforan on Oct 19, 2012 7:32:25 AM

  Not that pleased with Honda America. With a brand new 2012 CR-V they seem to be taking defensive line that AC and brakes may not be covered due to wear and tear and any abuse by drivers. AC not that cold, and brakes making a thumping noise. Dealer wants to charge $60 for a brake inspection at 18,000 miles. Not pleased with Honda service at all. They were a good company. ... Read More

Honda CR-V Noises and Sounds

• Re: Strange noise [fatcat_melissa]

  Written by: baldy95307 on Apr 6, 2013 3:38:55 PM

  Yes, new (2012) CRV. Noise started at around 4,000 miles. Dealership confirms it is from the rear differential area. It is AWD. Dealership was baffled and had to contact the Honda Tech Service line who also claimed they were baffled. Returned home with no work being done because Honda did not authorize any warranty work to be done simply because they didn't know what to fix. I wrote a letter to ... Read More

Honda CR-V Manufactured Where?

• Parts Content Information

  Written by: sly1973 on Mar 30, 2013 10:57:41 AM

  I still have the "sticker" page with details on my Honda CR-V which was purchased in October of 2012. It states that 65% of the parts were made in U.S./Canada; 20% in Japan & final assembly was done in El Salto, Jalisco, Mexico. Country of Origin: Japan; Transmission USA.

Honda CR-V Stereo, iPod, CD, Bluetooth, Sat

• Re: 2012 CR-V squealing when using phone with Bluetooth [azcactusjen]

  Written by: jj2345 on Mar 11, 2013 4:59:59 PM

  I'm probably too late but I'm a tech at a Honda dealer and had a customer come in today his brand new 2012 CRV,something about the person on the other end of his phone calls hearing a loud high pitch noise,it took me some time to figure it out but at the top where the dome light is,there's the Bluetooth mic inside of the interior light assembly,well that Bluetooth mic goes ... Read More

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Buying advice 2012 CRV EX-L (Md) [gr8fuldave]

  Written by: brian125 on Mar 7, 2013 9:33:47 PM

  If my figures are right Invoice w/ dest charge is...27,860. dealer selling at 25,580 plus dest of 830.........= 26, 410. 1450 below invoice price. looks like a VERY good deal. if you go to college honda parts your invoice price on acessories are. Splash guards=69.60 Wheel lock......=36.60 body side molding=162 BUY CAR FROM DEALER AND INSTALL PARTS YOUR SELF OR TAKE DEAL. I WOULD TELL DEALER YOU BUY IF HE GIVES ... Read More

Honda CR-V Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2012 CR-V AWD [gimmestdtranny]

  Written by: Stever@Edmunds on Mar 2, 2013 10:40:48 AM

  Thumbs up are good but I'm holding out for a context sensitive real time grammar checker myself - the older I get the more irritating typos I make. Although, I suppose someone showing up and getting help via a net search could be called a "lucker". :D Part of it is that people want an answer and they move on to the next search hit to see if the answers they ... Read More

• Re: 2012 CR-V AWD [Mr_Shiftright]

  Written by: gimmestdtranny on Mar 2, 2013 8:39:29 AM

  I often wonder if the posters with their questions ever come back to see answers to their questions.. :( Been a few since this one too.. I don't think it is just Honda forums, but am wondering if they aren't a bit worse though.. So much info and knowledge can be shared through other's experiences, but not if it isn't actually shared.

• Re: Leather issue [hqly2001]

  Written by: snuke on Feb 26, 2013 1:32:28 PM

  I have own 1988 and 2000 Honda Accords. The 2000 Accord had leather seats which were of great quality. However, I am disappointed in my 2012 CRV leather seats. You are absolutely correct, the stitching is poor and the seats have a wrinkly appearance. I have applied a high quality leather conditioner twice with the hopes of improving the appearance of the leather and it has not helped. So, I have ... Read More

2012 Honda CR-V

• 2012 CRV Bad MPG

  Written by: mike1mn on Feb 6, 2013 8:15:21 AM

  My wife's car is a 2012 CRV AWD. She was getting an average of 27.5 mpg. On the highway it would sometimes be 29 mpg or so and in the city drop to 26. The last two trips in which it was on cruise control and going about 60 it dropped to 24.5 on the highway. Now it has gone down to 23. I went to the dealer and the dealer ... Read More

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 CRV EX-L AWD [warwara]

  Written by: brian125 on Jan 2, 2013 1:43:20 PM

  Try Hillside Honda in Queens N.Y. What prices are you looking at in CT. Seems like the CRV are selling as low as 600 below dealers invoice to Invoice price in the new york/ new jersey metro area.. Try buying the last 2 days/ last day of this month if you could wait. Another big weekend is Presidents weekend in Feb. i have bought many cars on that weekend for myself ... Read More

• Re: 2012 CRV EX-L AWD [prismatic]

  Written by: warwara on Jan 2, 2013 12:26:15 PM

  Weymouth Honda in MA, no one in CT could beat their price

• Re: 2012 CRV EX-L AWD [brian125]

  Written by: warwara on Jan 2, 2013 6:12:47 AM

  Here is the deal we got on December 28th 2013 CR-V EX-L $26662.00 with dest and doc fees included +CT% and reg fee we did not finance with Honda since their % was outregeous, we got Ped fed @1.49 for 60 month, paid $15 to get their membership thanks everyone for their posts!

2012 Honda CR-V

• buying advise for a used 2012 Honda CRV

  Written by: carhunt07 on Jan 1, 2013 11:47:25 AM

  dear member: I am in the market to buy a used 2012 Honda CR-V LE or EX gas model. Please give me some advise on what to check (records, standard equipments etc) and how to negotiate to get a good deal. payment method: cash + pre-approved finance from a local bank My location: Austin, TX Used Car information: Model: 2012 Honda CR-V EX SUV 4x4 Honda Certified Vehicle Mileage: 2,800 Dealer ... Read More

Honda CR-V Road Noise

• Re: Continental Tires on 2012 CRV [mac134]

  Written by: snuke on Dec 26, 2012 1:59:20 PM

  I, too, have a 2012 CRV with the same mileage. I haven't had any problems thus far but your post really has me concerned. This is my 3rd Honda but my 1st CRV (other 2 were Accords). I have had success with my previous Honda's and I hope my good luck continues. I will definitely keep reading these posts. Thanks so much for your information.

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Honda CR-V EX-L with Nav

  Written by: bryanl1 on Dec 25, 2012 12:21:29 PM

  I'm in the market for one. With the end of the year coming up. What should I be looking to pay for the following 2012 CR-V EX-L with NAV. I see some MSRP prices of about 29k Also any reason to go for the 2013 instead of the 2012 ? I think i'd much rather save the money if there isn't that many differences between the two. Your input would be ... Read More

• Re: 2012 CRV EX-L AWD - What Price? [warwara]

  Written by: jayct on Dec 19, 2012 6:35:57 PM

  I would then tell them you are going to other dealers. Contact Liberty, Executive and Lia Honda by email and spell out the deal clearly and tell them that you will come in and buy if they can meet that price. One of them should agree. If not wait a week. Close to the end of the month they will be more anxious to deal. I have a couple of other ... Read More

• Re: New Honda CRV EX [yalam]

  Written by: ibuyhondaonly on Dec 15, 2012 5:21:54 PM

  kumar said:"This does not include protection package(wheel lock, splash gaurd and cargo cover) but includes window tint, strips and handle paint protector. " tint is $89, strips is $49. and handle paint cost nothing, and he doesnt get cargo cover which should comes with car so he must meant cargo tray. and wheel lock splash guard and cargo cover and door guard should be somewhere around $550. (584 with tax) so ... Read More

• Re: 2012 CRV EX-L AWD - What Price? [warwara]

  Written by: musicitytiger on Dec 13, 2012 8:24:56 PM

  Sounds reasonable, the best reported price I could find is $27,592 at Airport Honda in Alcoa, TN (see link): http://www.voiceofthedriver.com/node/70198

• Re: 2012 CRV EX-L AWD - What Price? [jayct]

  Written by: warwara on Dec 13, 2012 12:22:09 PM

  jayct, I'm negotiating with the same dealership in New Britian and I got $27266 E-price for EX-L with only destination fee included. Did you finance with Honda? I know they can give you $500 in Flex cash if you finance or lease with them Maybe if we finance w/them we can knock off another $500 Not sure how I can make them match your price:) I was told they have to ... Read More

• Re: 2012 CRV EX-L AWD - What Price? [brian125]

  Written by: jayct on Dec 13, 2012 8:51:58 AM

  The thing is I kept saying to them, the price includes destination and conveyance fee, nothing else added except tax and registration. My email was very clear on this so they could not argue much. The dealer we bought at is Schaller Honda in New Britain, CT. The one I walked out of was Hoffman Honda in Simsbury. Jay

Honda CR-V Road Noise

• Re: Road Noise Not Fixed Yet [glb5]

  Written by: maluchann on Dec 4, 2012 12:36:44 PM

  Did you call the dealership back? Complain to them? I bought a 2012 Honda CR-V EX AWD and is noticing noise when driving above 45 MPH. I have made an appointment with the dealership and have them check it out. If it is just tire problem and not mechanical, we, as consumers, shouldn't have to suck up to such a bad choice made by Honda. =(

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2013 EX-L AWD w/NAV [cannga]

  Written by: needthe411 on Dec 3, 2012 4:37:25 PM

  I've been reading many posts regarding CR-V. I am contemplating on a Toyota Camry or CR-V. Either one I get I do want new. Here is my question. I want to pay cash but understand that this is no incentive for the dealership(s) to work any harder for me nowadays. Since if I understand correctly, they make more money on someone financing. I just don't want monthly payments. Should I finance ... Read More

Honda CR-V Lease Questions

• Press Request

  Written by: Karen@Edmunds on Nov 14, 2012 1:40:31 PM

  If you are a parent of young children (at least one under 12 years old) who owns the latest model Honda CR-V, Hyundai Santa Fe or Chevy Traverse, a reporter would like for you to fill out a survey, due by December 1, 2012, for use in a print publication. Please email PR@edmunds.com no later than Friday, November 30, 2012 for a copy of the survey.

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Press Request

  Written by: Karen@Edmunds on Nov 14, 2012 1:39:51 PM

  If you are a parent of young children (at least one under 12 years old) who owns the latest model Honda CR-V, Hyundai Santa Fe or Chevy Traverse, a reporter would like for you to fill out a survey, due by December 1, 2012, for use in a print publication. Please email PR@edmunds.com no later than Friday, November 30, 2012 for a copy of the survey.

Honda CR-V Navigation System

• Re: Continue post #149 [ken75]

  Written by: johnbradley on Nov 5, 2012 11:33:57 AM

  To all CR-V owners who are displeased with the NAV system: you ought to send a complaint fax to American Honda, Customer Service, fax #(310) 783-3023. It appears Honda got stuck with a bunch of 2008 or earlier NAV systems when car sales dropped then and have been offing them on 2009, 2010, 2011, and, apparently, 2012 models to get rid of them. This is supposition since my CR-V 2011 NAV ... Read More

Honda CR-V Lease Questions

• Re: LX AWD November #s [dolphin5]

  Written by: Car_man on Nov 4, 2012 6:01:50 AM

  Hi dolphin5. I'm still working on finding out the residual values, but those aren't as important anyhow because dealers do not have the ability to modify them. Honda Finance's November by rate lease money factor and residual value for 24 to 36 month leases of the 2013 CR-V is .00160 for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The money factor for an otherwise identical lease of a 2012 model ... Read More

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Honda CR-V EX-L 2WD (steering wheel not centered)

  Written by: makiley1 on Nov 3, 2012 7:26:21 AM

  I have noticed my steering wheel is not properly centered when driving on a flat level straight road. The car appears to be tracking straight when I take my hands off the steering wheel, car does not pull left or right. Steering wheel appears to be off centered about 5 to 7 degrees to the left. I will be taking my car to the dealership (Terry Lee Honda Avon Indiana) to ... Read More

• Re: New Honda CRV EX [kumar_shrn]

  Written by: nick1976 on Nov 2, 2012 7:30:10 PM

  So the difference between 2012 & 2013 EX is about 1400. May be I should try for 12 first. Thanks for info.

• Re: New Honda CRV EX [kumar_shrn]

  Written by: nick1976 on Nov 2, 2012 5:37:24 AM

  Hi, Which dealer offered you 24406 (out of door). I am also planning to get 2012 CR V EX. Thanks.

• Re: New Honda CRV EX [kumar_shrn]

  Written by: sids on Oct 30, 2012 3:56:00 PM

  pay a bit more and get 2013..the difference is minimal however 2012 is already a year old now :)

• New Honda CRV EX

  Written by: kumar_shrn on Oct 30, 2012 11:00:00 AM

  Here is the deal I am getting for new 2012 Honda CRV EX $24406(Including TTL) Out of Door This does not include protection package(wheel lock, splash gaurd and cargo cover) but includes window tint, strips and handle paint protector. If I including leather seats it is coming for 25666.82 including TTL out of door Please let me know if this is a good deal.. Thanks a lot.

2012 Honda CR-V

• Re: What price for 2012 CRV EX-L in oct/nov 2012? [rosa222]

  Written by: Stever@Edmunds on Oct 29, 2012 7:03:18 AM

  Take a look at the Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience discussion for recent deals.

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2013 EX-L AWD price [pantru]

  Written by: sudhand72 on Oct 16, 2012 6:45:40 PM

  hi I did buy 2013 Honda CR-V EX-L with Nav..OTD price is $31100.00 2012 EX-L ..my friend got for 26800/- OTD... Never even debate...fix the price...go up to 100-300 dollars...just walk out,,,these dealers will be behind you... Hope this helps..

• Re: OTD for 2013 or 2012 EX-L no navi/res [roxxi]

  Written by: sudhand72 on Oct 16, 2012 6:45:15 PM

  hi I did buy 2013 Honda CR-V EX-L with Nav..OTD price is $31100.00 2012 EX-L ..my friend got for 26800/- OTD... Never even debate...fix the price...go up to 100-300 dollars...just walk out,,,these dealers will be behind you... Hope this helps..

• 2012 Honda CRV LX AWD

  Written by: jkcar2 on Oct 8, 2012 11:51:09 AM

  2012 Honda CRV LX AWD for $24,800 out the door from Millenium Honda in NY. Long Island tax is 8.625%. Tax is approximately $2000 DMV and other fees are approximately : $400 Is it a good deal?

• Re: 2012 Honda CRV -EX [brian125]

  Written by: funky777 on Oct 25, 2012 12:54:29 PM

  It is CRV-EX 2WD model. The taxes here are 8.3 %, dealer fees around 80 and DMV fees around 250. Hope this helps

• Re: 2012 Honda CRV -EX [funky777]

  Written by: brian125 on Oct 25, 2012 12:39:03 PM

  Need more info on CRV. Is it Ex fwd or awd. what is your state sales tax. How much are dealers doc fee's, what other fee's are you not disclosing. If your not keeping this car for more than 6 years this is not a good deal. On jan 1 2013 your 2012 model year is one yr old. So to make up the deprecation of the 2012 year you would ... Read More

• 2012 Honda CRV -EX

  Written by: funky777 on Oct 25, 2012 11:59:13 AM

  I am getting 2012 Honda CRV -EX for 23488 + tax and license. Comes OTD to 25800. Is it a good deal considering 2013 are already out. I am in California Bay area Thanks

• 2012 Honda CRV -EX

  Written by: funky777 on Oct 25, 2012 12:25:07 AM

  I am getting 2012 Honda CRV -EX for 23488 + tax and license. Comes OTD to 25800. Is it a good deal considering 2013 are already out. Thanks

Honda CR-V Navigation System

• Re: Thoughts on the 2013 NAV... [snuke]

  Written by: wds1 on Oct 23, 2012 11:08:16 AM

  Thank you so much for you reply, Snuke. It really gives us a perspective from a senior citizen's point of view! They, too, have been long time Honda owners and are music lovers. The large screen is great, along with station listings, but I was a little concerned about their ability to use the navigation, as some have said it is not user friendly. One report I read said he wanted ... Read More

• Re: Thoughts on the 2013 NAV... [wds1]

  Written by: snuke on Oct 23, 2012 4:20:57 AM

  I am retired, a senior citizen and purchased a 2012 CR-V. I purposely bought the CR-V w/NAV because of the large screen which helped me see the backup camera view better along with the radio station names. (I am a music lover). Many have complained about the NAV being outdated and since I have never used a GPS, I can't say that it is or is not. But, like your parents, ... Read More

Honda CR-V Lease Questions

• Re: CRV EX-L with Navi 2wd rates Please [funrevn]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 22, 2012 4:35:55 PM

  Hey funrevn. Honda Finance's October buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 26-month lease of a 2012 CR-V EX-L 2WD with navigation and 15,000 miles per year are .00155 and 58% for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: 2013 EX-L [basamx]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 22, 2012 4:30:36 PM

  Hi basamx. Honda Finance's October buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 CR-V EX-L 4WD without navigation with 12,000 miles per year are .00155 and 62% for consumers who qualify for its "Super Preferred" credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

2012 Honda CR-V

• Re: RECALL FOR DOOR LOCKS [snuke]

  Written by: jethp on Oct 21, 2012 9:24:29 AM

  Yes mine is a 2012 crv ex they replaced both front door lock assembly it takes around 1hr now i feel my door are closing and locking very smooth compared to the previous now i will not worry about what bad things will happen.thanks to honda!

Honda CR-V Lease Questions

• Re: July lease rates CR-V 2WD EX? [leasegirlny]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 30, 2012 4:06:05 PM

  Hi leasegirlny. Sorry for the delay in my response, I was on vacation. Honda Finance's July buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 CR-V EX 2WD with 12,000 miles per year are .00180 and 63%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: July Lease rates [harrycomes]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 15, 2012 1:53:43 PM

  Here you go harrycomes. Honda Finance's July buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 CR-V EX 4WD with 15,000 miles per year are .00180 and 62%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical lease of a '12 CR-V EX-L 4WD are .00180 and 60%. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Good 2012 Honda CR-V lease deal ?

  Written by: stephen72 on Jul 12, 2012 10:22:31 AM

  Hi, I recently moved to Boston from abroad, so don't have a credit history yet and have negotiated the following lease deal for a 2012 Honda CR-V EX, 12,000 miles per year.... 1. Money factor of 0.0033, I'm told that Honda and not the dealer sets this rate, approx. 7.92% APR 2. The term is 33 months (not 36) 3. Base cap cost of the car is $25,488 which is the ... Read More

Honda CR-V Tires Wheels and Sensors

• Wheel size upgrade

  Written by: g40tx on Oct 10, 2012 10:22:16 PM

  Just need some advice to all. I owned the 2012 CRV LX, and would like to upgrade to 17 inch wheel offered on Honda accessories. Can I upgrade to the 17 inch without affecting the odometer accurate reading? Thanks in advance.

Honda CR-V Lease Questions

• Re: Dealer wants to buy out my lease [Car_man]

  Written by: camokatu on Jul 10, 2012 7:38:03 AM

  Thanks Car_man, I figured that much, but I guess I am going to see what they say, may be I can switch leases for CR-V and Pilot. CR-V is my wife's car and I have Honda Pilot, which is also 1.5 years into a lease. I wanted to switch to something less gas hungry as we don't utilize Pilot for what it's worth so I was thinking Honda Accord. I read ... Read More

• Re: Honda CR-V LX Lease #s [dolphin5]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 10, 2012 4:24:26 PM

  Here you go dolphin5. Honda Finance's October buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24-month lease of a 2012 CR-V LX 4WD with 12,000 miles per year are .00150 and 69%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36-month lease are .00150 and 62%. The numbers for the 2013 version of this vehicle are .00245 / 71% and .00155 ... Read More

• Honda CR-V LX Lease #s

  Written by: dolphin5 on Oct 8, 2012 6:57:53 PM

  Hi Car_man, Can you please provide the lease numbers (mf & resid) on 24 and 36 month, 12K mi/year leases on the 2012 and 2013 Honda CR-V LX. Also, is there any lease support being provided? Thanks

• Dealer wants to buy out my lease

  Written by: camokatu on Jul 7, 2012 4:24:49 PM

  I am currently leasing 2011 Honda CR-V. Got a call from dealership where I leased this car and was told, "We are in need of 2010-2011 Hondas so we can increase inventory of our used vehicles and want to buy out your vehicle." I was told that they would buy the car and get me 2012 car lease on the same car for same or lower price. Is this normal practice ... Read More

• Re: June #'s for CRV EXL [jen71]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 19, 2012 4:41:32 PM

  Hi jen71. Honda Finance's June buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 CRV EXL AWD with 12,000 miles per year are .00195 and 63%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Honda CR-V Navigation System

• Re: 2012 CRV EX-L w/Navi [bmfc]

  Written by: longo2 on Oct 6, 2012 9:11:43 AM

  Sorry to bring this up on the CRV forum, but all the harsh talk about Honda's navi systems goes back for years! I have a 2006 Honda Ridgeline RTL with Navi and back up camera. In the U.S. they only provide mapping up to the CDN border and then your auto icon shows you driving in an empty field! In all fairness tho, Honda is an equal opportunity PITA as the ... Read More

Honda CR-V Lease Questions

• Re: October Lease [mck588]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 4, 2012 4:32:05 PM

  Greetings mck588. Honda Finance's October buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 CR-V EX-L 4WD with 15,000 miles per year are .00150 and 58%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top aka "Super Preferred" credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: CR-V LX lease [burgen]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 19, 2012 4:40:17 PM

  Here you go burgen. Honda Finance's June buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24-month lease of a 2012 CRV LX AWD with 12,000 miles per year are .00195 and 72%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36-month lease are .00195 and 65%. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: June Lease programs? [abelloso]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 19, 2012 3:55:06 PM

  Hi abelloso. Honda Finance's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 CR-V EXL FWD with 12,000 miles per year are .00195 and 62%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Honda really isn't providing any support on the CR-V right now, it's lease program is so-so and there's no cash. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum ... Read More

Honda CR-V Navigation System

• Re: 2012 CRV EX-L w/Navi [johnbradley]

  Written by: bmfc on Sep 27, 2012 10:06:43 AM

  Thank you for your comments about the '12 NAV. I have a '10 and it is horrible. I hoped that Honda would fix it in the new model but it is clear that they have not. It's sad that a company that makes such a good car cares so little about current technology.

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 honda crv lx 2wd [carbuy5]

  Written by: dp_crv on Sep 26, 2012 7:45:26 PM

  I think you got good deal in today's market.

• 2012 honda crv lx 2wd

  Written by: carbuy5 on Sep 26, 2012 7:12:06 PM

  I paid $21700 for a 2012 Honda CRV LX 2WD. The only other adds were a $150 doc fee and 7% sales tax. Also got 2.6%/60 months financing from a bank. The dealer threw in window tinting as they could not get me the color I wanted. Is that a good deal

• Re: 2012 crv ex [ramohio]

  Written by: leslie87 on Sep 26, 2012 4:23:51 PM

  Well come down to Cincinnati and buy it then. The $24,900 is the EX AWD out the door with TTL. I'm purchasing it at Jeff Wyler Honda on Colerain Ave. Kings Honda off the Fields Ertel exit was also willing to do this. I just taking my lowest offer and passing it around. They didn't seem that happy to be doing it, but they are going to so they don't lose ... Read More

• Re: 2012 crv ex [leslie87]

  Written by: ramohio on Sep 26, 2012 9:14:57 AM

  I live in columbus and I got a quote for a new 2012 Honda CR-V EX AWD for $24,890 plus TTL. This is lower than all the other dealers.

• 2012 EXL White AWD

  Written by: speedyturtle on Sep 25, 2012 11:45:17 AM

  CRV = ($26885 + Title+Doc+ Tax + 3 oil changes) Trade 2009 honda Fit in for $9285 its at 54,000 miles OTD = $19k Is this a deal? Did I do ok?

• Help please

  Written by: delaoliva on Sep 24, 2012 1:19:28 PM

  I got an OTD price of $28,365 for a 2012 Honda CRV EX-L FWD. I can't figure out if this is a good price or not, I'm paying cash with no trade in......can someone please advise?

Honda CR-V Navigation System

• Re: 2012 CRV EX-L w/Navi [dscrv12]

  Written by: johnbradley on Sep 20, 2012 8:59:55 PM

  Your initial assesment is correct. The NAV sucks, especially when compared to just about anything else, other auto NAV's, smart phones, Garmin, etc. However, today I received a note from Honda saying they've got a "2013 NAV update" out for $149. I'll buy it and hope. You might want to see if you can get the dealer to spring for it. I got $500 out of them due to the bunk ... Read More

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Honda CRV LX 2WD [steve452]

  Written by: steve452 on Sep 17, 2012 5:38:35 PM

  Sorry, just realized typo. It's 23,400 OTD [499 doc, small misc fees, 3% tax] for new 2012 LX 4WD It's 22,500 OTD [499 doc, small misc fees, 3% tax] for new 2012 LX 2WD Anyone else experience off center steering wheel? Caused by tire alignment or what? Thanks!!

• Re: 2012 Honda CRV LX 2WD [newcarbuyer5a]

  Written by: steve452 on Sep 14, 2012 3:37:21 PM

  Price is for new 2012 LX and includes 830 dest and 499 doc fees. So 23,400 OTD for new 2012 CRV LX 2WD [incl 830 dest, 499 doc, and tax 3%]. Drove a couple of LX and EX models and couple, at least it seemed to me, had steering wheel slightly off center, i.e. going on straight road it seemed had to steer a bit to the left. Very slight and ... Read More

Honda CR-V Driving Experience & Opinion

• Sorry...but...

  Written by: isellhondas on Sep 14, 2012 1:51:43 PM

  OK, I retired two years ago and don't have a dog in this fight. I totally disagree with this person's opinion of the 2012 CRV. We own a 2003 that has been FLAWLESS! At 65,000 miles it still has the original brake pads. It has not given us one speck of trouble and the "thin" paint looks like the day we bought it. We also own a 2011 and it's been ... Read More

• Re: 2012 CRV- Driving Experience & Opinion [beechkid]

  Written by: snuke on Sep 14, 2012 7:59:14 AM

  WOW!!!! You truly did a thorough inspection of this vehicle. Is this your personal CR-V or a family members? I have owned a Honda vehicle since 1988. The 1st 2 were Accords and the 2012 CR-V is my 1st CR-V. My 2nd Accord was purchased in 2000 which I sold this year. You are correct when describing the quality of paint and materials used by Honda these days. My 1988 Accord's ... Read More

• 2012 CRV- Driving Experience & Opinion

  Written by: beechkid on Sep 13, 2012 7:23:31 PM

  I recently spend a full day driving family members 2012 CRV. With 1,000 miles on the odometer, I spent the previous day doing routine service checks & cleaning (wash/vacuumed) before our departure from So Cal to Solvang (July 2012) and other locations for the day. Total miles traveled was just over 300 in both city/hwy (including very heavy traffic). Our speeds ranged from 5 mph (stop/go) to 80 mph. On board ... Read More

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2013 honda CRV [brian125]

  Written by: pubudu on Sep 13, 2012 12:42:53 PM

  Where are you ? You got the prices below 2012 model ? Thats strange..... thanks, Pubudu

• 2013 honda CRV

  Written by: brian125 on Sep 13, 2012 10:20:05 AM

  I was told end of Oct. I plan on buying a 2013. I had quotes of 500 to 800 below on the 2012' s I dont keep my cars more than 5 yrs. IF i could of got a 2012 crv for 1500 to 2000 below invoice i might have consider buying a late year end model other wise it dont make sense financially.

• Re: 2012 Honda CRV LX 2WD [steve452]

  Written by: newcarbuyer5a on Sep 12, 2012 7:42:52 AM

  Yup AWD - cant get the 2WD in NYC or anywhere else in the northeast apparently. Wow 23,400 OTD for an LX is quite the price break. I would LOVE to have 3% tax!!!! In NYC, its 8.875%. Just get all the details upfront. This seems much too good to be true. Does this include the 830 destination? at the OTD price you've quoted, the car would then have to be ... Read More

Honda CR-V Lease Questions

• Re: Honda CR-V EX -L AWD [csg3]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 11, 2012 4:06:19 PM

  Hi csg3. Honda Finance's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 CR-V EX-L 4WD with 15,000 miles per year are .00161 and 58%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top aka "Super Preferred" credit tier. The residual value for a lease with only 12,000 miles per year would be 2% higher. If I was in the market for a CR-V right ... Read More

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Honda CRV LX 2WD [newcarbuyer5a]

  Written by: steve452 on Sep 10, 2012 6:57:10 PM

  Was this for LX 4WD? Same dealers are offering LX 4WD at 23,400 OTD. This includes about 500 in doc fees, etc and 3% tax. Did you get extended warranty from dealer or online? Presume this is honda care? Thanks.

• Re: 2012 Honda CRV LX 2WD [steve452]

  Written by: newcarbuyer5a on Sep 10, 2012 10:53:39 AM

  Finally pulled the trigger. Got a 2012 CR-V AWD (several dealers told me that 2WDs are not shipped to the northeast due to much higher AWD demand and for "weather" reasons; dont know how true that is, but i heard it from several folks). The lowest haggled price from another dealer was 22,234 (not including destination of 830; invoice is 22,303; internet price was 22,700 and then he agreed to take ... Read More

• 2012 Honda CRV LX 2WD

  Written by: steve452 on Sep 10, 2012 10:24:58 AM

  Getting 2012 Honda CRV LX 2WD for about 22,500 OTD; no options or dealer installed accessories. Price 21,754 [incl 499 doc] Other 90 Tax 655 Two dealers, one in VA, one in NC Any good at this time of year? Thanks.

• Re: Honda CRV pricing [fjs0808]

  Written by: katrinamm on Sep 9, 2012 8:54:19 AM

  I'm shopping for a CR-V EX in California (Bay Area), and the local dealer originally told me that 2013 models wouldn't be in until winter/spring, because the car was redesigned for 2012. My online research indicated they'd be out within a couple of weeks, so I called back. First I was told it was untrue, that 2013s weren't being built yet. Then they checked their system and "discovered" that the specific ... Read More

• Honda CRV pricing

  Written by: fjs0808 on Sep 8, 2012 5:00:20 AM

  Looking in the Orlando are yesterday 09/07/2012. Love the car... price for an EX-L A5 (not sure that A5 means) is 31+ sticker. No Navigation package in it. Was told that would be 2k extra. Also was told this is a 2102 and that there are no 2013's in sight, that Honda doesn't come out w them in the fall. Went on web last nite and saw them on the Honda ... Read More

2012 Honda CR-V

• Re: RECALL FOR DOOR LOCKS [snuke]

  Written by: evan2012 on Sep 6, 2012 4:57:53 PM

  I did not like the shape of previous model as well so waited to buy 2012 model. Also, many people recommended me Honda since they had good experience like you do. I have scheduled for service this Monday and see what happens. I may drive other CRV at the dealer as well just make sure I'm not complaining without issues.

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Queens NY - what are you paying for 2012 AWD CR-V?

  Written by: newcarbuyer5a on Sep 5, 2012 8:19:23 AM

  Hi all, I'm getting a quote of 23,550 (incl. the 830 destination fee) for new CR-V AWD 2012 from Hillside Honda in Jamaica, Queens NY. How reasonable is this quote? Edmunds.com says dealer invoice is 22,303 + 830 destination for total of 23,133. Apparently true dealer cost is at least 3% below the invoice price. How much have people been paying for this in the NYC area? Can I successfully get ... Read More

• crv ex AWD quote

  Written by: verinox on Aug 30, 2012 7:00:16 PM

  I emailed all of the Honda dealers in the Cleveland, OH area for a quote on a 2012 CR-V EX AWD. Lowest quote I got back was 24,748 + tax, title, $250 doc fee. Preferred dealer matched the quote. Not too shabby for a few emails.

Honda CR-V Lease Questions

• Re: Honda CR-V EX AWD [verinox]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 27, 2012 4:15:11 PM

  Thanks verinox. Welcome back. Honda Finance's August buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 CR-V EX AWD with 15,000 miles per year are .00180 and 62%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its "Super Preferred" credit tier. I don't believe that Honda is currently providing any cash incentives on this vehicle at this time. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum ... Read More

• June #'s for CRV EXL

  Written by: jen71 on Jun 4, 2012 2:05:12 PM

  Hi- Can you please share the June money factor and residual for a 2012 Honda CRV EXL w/12,000 miles/36 months? Thanks!

• Re: MF/Residual Value for Aug - NY [leasegirlny]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 27, 2012 4:13:02 PM

  Certainly leasegirlny. Honda Finance's August buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36-month lease of a 2012 CR-V EX 4WD with 12,000 miles per year are .00180 and 62%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top aka "Super Preferred" credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

2012 Honda CR-V

• Re: Thoughts on Spoiler [bled01]

  Written by: snuke on Aug 27, 2012 10:24:18 AM

  I purchased the spoiler at the time I purchased my 2012 CR-V which was installed by the dealer. The spoiler improved the looks substantially. My spoiler costs $295 for the part and the labor was an additional $79. It has not reduced the vision out of the rear window. Bernardi Honda Parts has outstanding prices on Honda parts and accessories which can be purchased online. Their price for a spoiler is ... Read More

• Re: RECALL FOR DOOR LOCKS [snuke]

  Written by: flatfive on Aug 26, 2012 2:58:12 PM

  I do not received recall notice from Honda. I checked Honda web site, but my car was not affected car. I stopped my Honda dealer about 2 weeks ago(not for about recall) and asked about recall, my Honda dealer want fix all 2012 CR-V even not affected. He told me take a couple hours to fix, and they will fix now.

• RECALL FOR DOOR LOCKS

  Written by: snuke on Aug 26, 2012 2:25:23 PM

  This weekend I received my recall notice from Honda for my 2012 CR-V concerning the safety of the front door locks. Has anyone else received their notice and have already taken your vehicle to the dealer to have the problem fixed? If you have, how long did it take and are you able to notice that the problem has been fixed?

Honda CR-V Lease Questions

• Honda CR-V EX AWD

  Written by: verinox on Aug 24, 2012 1:58:24 PM

  Hi Car Man, You've been awesome in the past with your info, and the time has come to ask you again! I'm looking to lease a 2012 CR-V EX AWD, 36 months, 15k miles per year in Cleveland, OH. Can you give me the residual and money factor? And are there any special lease incentives going on for this model? I did some rough math, and based on prior months where ... Read More

Honda CR-V Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Honda CRV EX

  Written by: bemho1 on Aug 21, 2012 7:39:15 AM

  Purchased a CRV-EX on Saturday in the Boston area was quoted through emails MSRP $26,675 Honda North Danvers internet price was $25,482 Honda Gallery in Reading quoted $24,675 . Traded a 2003 Accord 102,000 miles funny how they both intially offered $4k for trade both increased to $6k Honda Gallery got the sale as they also offered a factory car starter also. Only other charges were state tax on $18675($1170 approx) ... Read More