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Really Good Used Car!
CJD, 10/05/2022
updated 01/25/2023
2011 Honda CR-V SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My parents bought the SE model brand new in 2011 and I must say, what a choice they made! It has been extremely reliable and has gone from point A to point B thousands of times with no fuss. The SE model came with rear privacy glass, alloy wheels, a 6-disc CD changer, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls in addition to the LX standard features. The exterior of the car is nothing special, but not ugly. I especially like the angle of the front bumper, as it curves upward toward the grille and not perpendicular to the ground, decreasing the chance of scraping. The interior is roomy with a large, functional cargo area. The back seat, combined with the flat floor and sliding and reclining seats, can allow for an unexpectedly more comfortable ride. Now to the driver's point of view. The seating position is pleasant and it is very easy for people of all ages to get in and out with ease. The visibility is good and blind spots are minimal. Everything is within reach and easy to use. The AC and heat still work well, and the radio actually sounds good, even though it is not a "premium" audio system. When driving, there are a couple of downsides, but they shouldn't stop you from buying this car. In terms of acceleration, it is good in town but can struggle at times when you are trying to pass on the highway. It takes a while for the car to downshift and it overall could lead to a sluggish feel. It can also get a little noisy at higher speeds, as road noise is definitely noticeable when compared to a new vehicle. Now to the positives about driving this car. The steering feel and weight is very nice and allows for more confidence going around curves. The 2.4L engine also sounds pretty good, especially compared to everyone else's generic, buzzy 4-cylinder engines. The fuel economy for this vehicle is not terrible, but it could be better. In the city, it has averaged anywhere between 19-22 mpg and 23-25 mpg on the highway. It does have the added weight of AWD and it could also be low due to driving habits, but I'm not too worried about it. Regarding maintenance, we've had the battery changed a couple of times, along with tires, brakes, wipers, fluids, oil, and other routine tasks. Nothing serious went wrong with the vehicle, as this car has had tremendous reliability. Overall, I really love this car. My parents bought a 2022 RAV4 and now I am driving the 2011 CR-V for college. I like the way it drives and it is super practical and reliable. DEFINITELY a great choice if looking for a used small SUV. I would definitely get it over the 3rd generation RAV4 (2006-2012). If you can get past the slightly noisy cabin and below-average acceleration, then this car will not disappoint. UPDATE: Another flaw that I forgot to mention is that the turning radius is not great with this car, so plan ahead before buying this!
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Long term CRV owner
Dale McClure, 01/08/2019
updated 01/09/2023
2011 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Very dependable with good utility. We have owned several CRV's, not been without one, starting from the year they came out.We put close to 200K miles on a couple of them, and have had no real problems, just standard maintenance.
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2011 Honda CRV
Den Schultze, 04/19/2018
updated 10/29/2018
2011 Honda CR-V SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Mileage is not as advertized. Poor acceleration, takes forever to get up to traffic speed. Hard shifting from 1st to 2nd
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Great car but LOW TECH!!!
damjadi, 12/19/2010
2011 Honda CR-V SE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Honda has some great lease deals (probably because of the low depreciation). The CRV has a car-like ride, tons of leg and head room and very comfortable seats. It is well designed and very flexible. It has an amazing turn radius and no major blindspots. The gas mileage is a little less desirable and the road noise is rather noticeable as is the idle. My biggest pet peeve is the lack of features standard in most other vehicles' base models. To get bluetooth and iPod connections you have to get the EX-L with navigation, meaning an extra $3000. We got the SE for the larger, safer tire package, but the dealer stressed the upgrade to a 6 CD disc changer. Is this 1992?
Do NOT buy! Poor design, not worth the money
purdue_flunkie, 12/14/2010
2011 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
17 of 31 people found this review helpful
Car has serious engine problems. Idle is very rough and you can feel vibrations transferring to the steering wheel. Problem occurs when the engine is fully warmed up and idle drops to 700 rpm. There is an unstable operating point which causes engine to resonate. I tested 3 different vehicles and all of them have this issue. This is clearly a design flaw and Honda refuses to acknowledge existence of the problem. Every time you stop at the light, you can feel vibrations like you sitting in an old American car.