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Used 2009 Honda CR-V SUV Consumer Reviews

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Did not like it.

Erik, 04/07/2009
2009 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

If I would have had it for a week I would have never bought it. I bought it because of the reviews on Edmunds. I owned it for three weeks and traded it for a new Chey Silverado quad cab that gets 14 mpg and lost a lot on the deal. I do not regret it. I'm a truck guy anyhow. I should not have purchased the CR-V.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Seats from Hell

Bob , 07/25/2009
2009 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

Love the 2009 Honda CR-V I just bought with one glaring exception, the seats are from hell. After about a 100 mile trip they are so uncomfortable I just about traded it in with less than 500 miles total on the CR-V. Probably will not keep this vehicle much longer, cannot stand to be so miserable. Am asked "How do you like your new car?" I answer "I hate it, want to buy it!" That just about sums it up!!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Perfect SUV

Michael, 04/04/2009
2009 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

Given the price, everything is amazing. Honda has a tradition of reliability and value; this is clearly evident in the CR-V. The only problem I have is the fuel mileage. I'm a little confused how the other critics on this page are getting over 20 mpg. I mostly drive in NYC and have never broke the 15.3 mpg average. Maybe when EPA tests out the fuel mileage, they are conducted in very spaced out suburbs? Anyways, I recommend this car to everyone, ranging from that cliche fast and furious 18 year old to the neutered family man.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

Horrible Seats

gdcinthebigd, 11/10/2009
2009 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

Just got back from a 500 mile road trip and am seriously considering trading this vehicle in with only 2200 miles on it. I have owned 2 Hondas before - a 2001 Honda CRV and a 2005 Honda Accord and would never have expected the lousy design of the front seats in this vehicle. My right leg went numb after 100 miles. When I switched to the passenger seat I found out it is even worse. I'm a normal size guy (5'11"/190 lbs) and could not find a comfortable position. The seat cushions are too short. The headrests are too far forward. The seats are rock hard. What happened Honda? Is this cost-cutting? I won't buy another Honda ever after this.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Quality, Fun, Reliability

Frank Mars, 11/21/2009
2009 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

My second Honda car, 2009 CR-V oozes quality and good taste. I love it! The MPH is not great though for a 4 cyl, 2.4 L engine.

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3 out of 5 stars

The Little Motor That Could!

Vero, 02/20/2023
2009 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful

Great Car runs well but was rusty all over and had a hole in spare wheel compartment. Fixing it up little by little.

Safety
3 out of 5 stars
Technology
3 out of 5 stars
Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Interior
3 out of 5 stars
Comfort
3 out of 5 stars
Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
Value
3 out of 5 stars
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4.88 out of 5 stars

Surprise! I really like the CR-V...

kimberkook, 05/24/2009
2009 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

The CR-V is a nice package of creature comfort, good handling, decent economy and overall high quality. I consider it a real bargain. In the first couple of weeks of ownership and after only one long trip I can find no faults.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Unhappy with gas mileage

DW, 06/23/2009
2009 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I have yet to see 20 miles per gallon even on long trips and not going over 60 miles an hour.

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2.5 out of 5 stars

CR-V doesn't run upto its fame

Zakir Faruquee, 05/31/2010
2009 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought my CR-V from Peoria, IL on December 4, 2008. In summer, I found the AC was not cooling properly I took to the same dealer, they tested and said I should run the AC at Max, CR-V AC performance as it is. This summer, AC was not cooling I took a different dealer, they filled up with gas and they couldn't found the leakage. - When I start the CR-V it makes buzzing noise, it started at beginning of last winter, I took it to a Honda dealer, and they said it's not a safety problem and they are not going to fix it. Besides, I have problems with door lock too. My CR-V is 1.5 years old with a mileage of 18,000 miles and should be covered under warranty?

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4 out of 5 stars

Somewhat Disappointed

Somewhat Disappointe, 06/24/2009
2009 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Before buying the 09 CRV, I owned a 2000 CRV EX-L, a 1996 Honda EX, and a 1990 Civic (Honda owner for 19 years). I really loved those cars, but not this one. It averages about 18mpg (inc. hwy), the temperature controls have to be reset each time, I wish it had an analog dashboard, and there is a serious hesitation right before acceleration. The mirrors are skewed in some way which makes it difficult to park--I have no problem like this in any other car. The steering is a bit stiff, and I've developed tendinitis from gripping it, and the ride is bumpy like it has sports suspension. The floor of the cargo area is flimsy cardboard. Am thinking of trading it in for a Forester or RAV4. Sigh.

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