2008 Honda CR-V Consumer Reviews
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(118 Total Reviews)
Excellent All-Around Vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I bought my EX-L after a thorough review of the competition. In fact, I was set on the new Forester 2009 until I saw this CR-V parked in the dealer's lot. I have had it for a week. I am extremely pleased with it. I had an Audi A4 beforehand. Now, with two small kids, I need something more practical. It is a great car: very refined on the inside, pretty on the outside. The ride is great, even if the engine can indeed appear to be a little weak when on the highway going uphill. But everything is relative: it is a fine ride even then, just not as powerful as it could be. The car is intelligently designed, lots of space in front and back and cargo, and all in all an excellent buy.
Favorite Features
Leather seats, excellent radio, precise steering, responsive and smooth brakes
Suggested Improvements
Not much, really.
9 out 9 people found this review helpful
Love the CR-V
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
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2008 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
This is the first vehicle I have purchased in 24 years, and a lot of research was involved before I bought it. I am so happy - I think I made the right choice. Just got back from a 2000 mile round trip from Oklahoma to Michigan, and the CR-V handled like a dream. Gas mileage was around 27 mpg overall. It was plenty roomy for my two dogs (in the back seat) and I and all our cargo for a week fit nicely in the storage area behind the back seat. LOVE the cargo shelf - it was perfect for lightweight items. I felt very secure in the CR-V; it felt very stable. Plenty of get up and go for passing all the semis!! I imagine that I will have this vehicle for a very long time.
Favorite Features
Cargo shelf, dual air controls, very comfortable seats, folding side mirrors, acceleration, smoothness, IPod port, Satellite radio, ample cargo space. Cup Holders!!! This is my first vehicle with cup holders!
Suggested Improvements
Place for change near console; also needs inside hatch unlock lever. Add wood interior trim, side moldings and fog lights standard on EX-L.
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
Excellent SUV in the market! Beats Rav4
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I love my 2008 CR-V. It's the best I ever had! Fun to drive and yes Fuel Economy is great. It gives me 24 MPG combined and 31 MPG on Highway! can't beat that on a SUV
Favorite Features
Everything including 6 speakers with bass boost and moon roof with tilt feature. Very roomy from inside...
Suggested Improvements
More horse power, would have been good too. Otherwise not that bad.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Climate control condensation
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
Although we are satisfied with the vehicle overall, we are troubled by the puddle of water on the garage floor each time we drive in. The dealer told us that this is quite normal, however, we have owned a Subaru Forester and other vehicles with AC in the past and have never had this problem. We do not believe that this is normal as the temperature here has not been over 20 and the climate contr0ol is always set at 22 or higher.
Favorite Features
Performance, comfort and roominess.
Suggested Improvements
Climate control Condensation leaving water puddle on floor - we have a metal pan on the floor to catch warer, a real pain!!
6 out 12 people found this review helpful
Great For the Money
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2008 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I bought this car for my wife earlier this year. So far, we love it. It was the first Japanese car in the family and I don't know if I will ever go back to American. It is by far the best valued small SUV and most economical to drive. There is a ton of room and it rides very nice. Another added bonus...it is cheaper to insure than my 2006 Pontiac Vibe. I didn't expect that.
Favorite Features
I love the Ipod jack. Gas mileage is great. The Instrument panel looks cool with the Driver's computer. Tons of storage.
Suggested Improvements
Fog lights should be standard. There is no compass in the LX model. Other than that, it's got pretty much everything we need.
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
Great Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
Great car for the money. Gets decent mileage (22 mpg city) driving relatively short distances in the city and does well in the snow. I have had no problems yet, but have noticed that it does not have the same feel of quality that my Accord did (i.e. the doors close with a bang, not the "thunk" or perfection).
Favorite Features
Rear window wiper turns on automatically when in reverse and front wipers on. Fuel mileage gauge a plus.
Suggested Improvements
3 out 4 people found this review helpful
Absolutely incredible
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
This car is flat out incredible. I am 26 and this is the first brand new car I have owned. It could be the novelty, but this car is the best car I have ever driven, and same for my wife. I test drove a lot of cars, and this one was the only car with the proverbial all-around package. Fun to drive, classy, gas mileage, decent price, great features, etc. I have only owned this a very short while, but I couldn't be happier. On top of it all, it's a Honda.
Favorite Features
smooth transmission, quiet ride, superb handling, xm radio, alloy wheels, leather, and just an overall "solid" feel when I am driving.
Suggested Improvements
The rear seats seem a little on the cheap side and I think all-weather floor mats should be standard for any SUV (small or not), but I am really reaching. This car is downright awesome.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Nice!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I had 22 wonderful years with my 1986 Ford Bronco II, so I knew I wanted to stay with a small SUV, but I wanted a 4- door this time. I looked at the Toyota Rav4, but decided on the CR-V. I was a little worried about getting a 4cyl, but I have no trouble passing. It handles really well and has a quiet, smooth ride. It has nice smooth brakes. Good gas mileage, I get 22-24 mpg. I hope I have my CR-V for 22 years!
Favorite Features
Love having heated seats. And it has the perfect spot for my purse on the floor in front. I like the wide doors, easy to get in and out. I like how easily the back gate lifts, and it has a handle low enough for a short person to grab to close the gate.
Suggested Improvements
Longer armrests, please. Also, add the power seat and the complete heated seat (bottom & back) to the passenger side. Memory seats would be great, too.
6 out 7 people found this review helpful
Mine!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I feel in love with CR-V's the first time I saw one. I bought my 2000 CR-V when it was 4 years old and was always happy to see it. When the third generation was announced I was counting down the days until I could buy mine. It has yet to disappoint me. The little quirks were worked out from my first gen and I am so happy I sprung for the EX instead of the base model. I love the feel of driving it and everything. Mileage while not bad could be better I average 19-21 but I mostly do city driving. On the freeway I can usually get 25+.
Favorite Features
Radio controls on the wheel, daytime headlights, one touch moonroof, ample legroom for my family (I am shortest at 5'9"), the handles to pull down the tailgate, almost everything!
Suggested Improvements
I love not having the tire on the back but some storage under the floor would be nice I miss it for my first aide kit. I also am annoyed with how the seats fold up, I like fold flat or fold up that bump makes it hard sometimes. The tailgate drips on up when you open it if the car is wet. Mileage.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
The best car I ever owned
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2008 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
Review
I only had my CR-V for a week and I love it. I traded my 2007 Dodge Caliber for it. This is one of the best decisions I've made in a long time. The Caliber was horrible. The Honda CR-V drives like a dream. I wouldn't trade it for the world. I just hope that it's good on mileage.
Favorite Features
The smooth drive, comfortable steering, roomy, love the exterior design
Suggested Improvements
Needs larger storage compartments, 6 speakers, storage shelf, change the interior material
2 out 4 people found this review helpful
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