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VTC Actuator defect - 3 yr/36000 warranty useless
ckholmvik@gmail.com, 11/01/2015
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
170 of 176 people found this review helpful
I bought my Honda CRV in mid-2013. By the time the car was 1 year old, with 10,000 miles, there was a grinding noise when I would start the car. The grinding noise lasts about 2 seconds. It has been into a Honda dealership several times. I was told Honda is working on a "fix" and that the problem would be addressed when the engineering department had the issue figured out. One year later (but still under warranty), the grinding noise is louder and longer than before, and happens almost every time I start the car. Upon doing some research, I learned that Honda has been installing the defective VTC actuator since 2008, in Accords. The defective actuator was also installed in 2012-2014 CRV's. It appears that Honda continued to use the defective actuator since 2008, yet customers are being told that a "fix" is in the works, 7 years later. American Honda has advised Honda service departments to not replace the actuator as it is likely that the replacement actuator will present the same grinding noise. A regional case manager also assured me that a "fix" was in the works but did not comment when I pointed out that Honda continued to use a defective part from 2008-2014. Honda repeatedly emphasizes that this is not a safety or performance issue, to which I have replied that is likely the reason it has been 7 years with no fix -- it is a low priority and Honda chooses to direct its engineering resources elsewhere. Dealerships will not do anything as American Honda will not allow replacements to be made. This is my last Honda. Their way of doing business is horrendous. What I have now is a vehicle that definitely attracts attention (but not in a good way) when it is started as everyone in the vicinity gets to enjoy the grinding sound of metal-on-metal.
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Wanted an Escape got a CR-V
Cincinnati or Toledo is where I am., 07/21/2015
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
29 of 29 people found this review helpful
For the longest time I had wanted a Ford Escape. When my mom finally talked my dad into getting me a new, fuel efficient car he suggested a Honda CR-V. I was skeptical at first, so we test drove an Escape which we then decided had too much road noise, funky wipers and my dad (who's a diesel mechanic) said it wasn't a quality build. Later we went and test drove the 2013 CR-V, and I was more comfortable the second I sat down. The sales guy was very helpful and showed me how to work the driver seat, steering wheel, wipers, turn signals, radio and more all for a test drive. Obviously I chose the Honda CR-V. I make a round trip of 400 miles from Toledo to Cincinnati a few times a month. Ohio is pretty flat and I average about 30-31 mpg going between 70-75 mph (sometimes with the cargo space and back seat loaded down with boxes for a college student). In the city I get about 20-25 mph depending on where I'm going. I haven't had any issues with the mechanics of the car. There was a simple recall when I first got the car and it was corrected right away for free. Oil changes and tire rotations aren't too costly and the service staff at either Honda I go to are very friendly and helpful. Toledo has pretty snowy winters and the CR-V handles very well in the feet of snow that can come down in one day. The traction control has saved my butt a few times in the Toledo winter. I have had a slight issue with the USB port but it's easily resolved by restarting the car. The Bluetooth comes in handy except when the microphone doesn't transmit to the person on the other line. Overall the electronics have been pretty solid. I love my CR-V, I've had it for almost three years this thanksgiving and it's been a damn good car.
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Grinding Noise/VTC Actuator Problem
J. Hamby, 09/04/2015
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
80 of 84 people found this review helpful
Beware! I have a 2013 CR-V that has been making a terrible grinding noise since about 6 months after purchase. Honda Service has diagnosed it as the VTC Actuator. Noise has become much worse over time and this noise occurs almost every time I start my vehicle. Very annoying!! I've been told Honda Motors Tech Division has been working on coming up with a fix but there is NO FIX at this time. I was basically told by the Honda Service Dept to drive it till it breaks. Not what I wanted to hear. This problem has been occurring in various Honda vehicles since model year 2008 and they still don't have a fix. Why? Why keep producing something with the same problems?? Honda won't even attempt to replace the part to see if it will remedy the problem, because they say the new part won't fix it. If you can't fix it, then you need to replace the car!
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Best Overall Value after Hours of Research
mtayub, 07/12/2013
2013 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
58 of 63 people found this review helpful
After much research, im a CRV Owner. Gas mileage in town is 27 Avg. Gas mileage on 2000 mile trip from Michigan to Alabama and back 29mpg. Econ mode on whole time. MPG AVG 28.7. Very Comfortable seats. Lots of leg and storage room for all passengers. Rear seats recline, love it. Low interior noise. Very High reliability. Blue tooth works great, and reads my text messages to me. I love the plastic stays nice longer. Its soft where it needs to be. I did significant research on 2013 CRV and 2013 Rav, I went with CRV. For 2013 CRV LX AWD Paid 24000 plus tax and plate. American Made in Ohio is a plus. Im pretty picky and hard to please, im extremely happy with my CRV.
A lot of things to like except transmission/power
carmen22, 02/14/2013
2013 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
I have owned my 2013 for 3 weeks. I love the interior. It's roomy and well designed and the back seats fold down easy for hauling. I'm doing mostly in town driving and getting a solid 22 miles/gallon. The seats I would give this car 5 stars except that it recently started making a rattle noise when shifting between 1st and 2nd gear. Dealer says it's normal. Sometimes power is an issue when needing to surge onto the interstate.
Problematic transmission
stevej757, 02/07/2013
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
We've had the CR-V for about 5 months & ever since the car was delivered it has vibrated between 1800 & 2200 RPM. It is most noticeable between 55 & 65 MPH. At low speeds there is no vibration, but once the transmission shifts into high, then the car rumbles. I've brought it back to the dealer 3 times, & they acknowledge the problem & say that it is charachteristic of the CR-V. One of the service team leaders said the problem is also on the Accord 4 cylinder. It just appears that the transmission shifts too soon. It's really frustrating. Don't be in the passing lane if you're in Econ mode & accellerating up a hill! The non-highway mileage averages around 24 mpg.
PERHAPS THE BEST CAR I'VE OWNED IN SIXTY YEARS
caraewron, 01/28/2013
2013 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
37 of 40 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2012 CR-V LX Nov. 1, 2012 for $21,600 plus tax and license. Gave away my 10 year old Matrix which had held up nicely. Shopped online for best prices. I saved $1,100 by buying from a dealer 70 miles north. Honda seems to have anticipated what I want in a car: good radio sound; easily read instrument panel; daytime running lights; radio controls on steering wheel; good acceleration; head room; comfortable back seats; height adjustable front seat; constant mpg readout; respectable gas mileage; those high and narrow taillights; headlights are good high and low. The front seat seems almost to firm but most seats are a challenge for a tall (6ft 2in) driver. I'd gladly buy it again.
Fantastic Gas Mileage!
zarakand, 07/18/2013
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
36 of 39 people found this review helpful
I love the car just took a trip from Chicago to Virginia in it and averaged 41mpg according to the onboard computer. When I did the math manually using gallons and miles from the odometer it came out to 40.2mpg. For an SUV that is amazing! Now, I used to drive a Prius for work so I'm always watching my driving patterns and am fairly gentle on the gas. On this trip I drove about 60-65mph most of the drive and set cruise control on several occasions. I absolutely love the car and it's big upgrade from my Honda Fit.
Head lights are awful
kvalenti, 01/08/2015
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for over a year and hate it at night I can't see the road even with the high beams on. The road noise is very loud. When I go down hill the gears don't down shift and the sound is awful. And the other day I had the ABS light the Power Steering light and the Traction control light come on so now I have to take it in for service I am trading it in as soon as I can and not for another Honda. Very disappointed.
POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE HARNESS & BATTERY
Steve Sumner, 04/18/2017
2013 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
BEWARE. Very poor design of positive battery cable connection. Instead of an adequate battery post clamp, it has a copper wire braid instead. This makes it EXTREMELY vulnerable to corrosion if battery leaks. Corrosion eats through copper wire braid and connection to starter is terminated. Car will not start. Fix includes replacement of the entire positive battery cable wire harness. Dealer priced new wire harness at $800 plus labor. Bought new battery and our mechanic rewired new cable to starter because the corrosion traveled down the cable to the starter. Battery should last more than 3-4 years. Googled to find numerous people have had this same problem on other models and years. Registered problem with NHTSA government agency for possible recall since it could result in serious injury or worse. Honda denied having had problem reported.
Feels Just Right
jcricket, 12/15/2012
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
26 of 28 people found this review helpful
I am a big man. This car fits me. It is easy to enter and exit. The seats are wide and comfortable. The seating position and view of the road is higher than its competitors, a major factor in my town full of tall vehicles. The drive feel is responsive and a bit upscale. Gas mileage is good enough at this early stage of break-in. Some hwy trips have already gotten 33mpg. Averaging 26mpg combined. Still learning the electronics/phone. Handsfree phone is a nice plus. Cargo area is cavernous with rear seats easily dropped. Shortcomings - none of them deal killers: Headlights are a bit dim. I replaced them. AWD is just OK; good enough for snow but not serious off-road capable. Overall: Civilized.
Not much extra about EX model
don0xff, 01/04/2014
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
CRV EX-L. It has heated leather seats. We've had hondas, Accords and Odyssey, before, which were very good vehicles: reliable, great value, good performance, comfortable, etc., so thought this would be a good choice. Issues: headlights, tranny, radio, info screen. Seems as though part of the headlights are blocked, and even more so with with the high-beams on. Tranny: test drive seemed very smooth, but later noticed that when decelerating then give it gas there is good amount of delay in the acceleration. Can't you go with 6 speed? Radio: Really? lower grad than what I had in my 1995 Accord. Why put that in top-end model. Info screen: was this project complete?
Value First! Look for a deal they are out there
Chris Chapman, 03/28/2016
2013 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
I have been driving a Honda Civic Hybrid for about 6 years. I didn't know how much pain I was enduring until I drove the 2013 CRV. It is wonderful, really good power, great gas mileage for an SUV and a much more comfortable driving position. My model is somewhat basic but even it comes with blue tooth which made syncing with my phone a snap and it reads my messages to me while driving. A nice touch as well. Fold down rear seats are crazy easy, just pull the lever and they completely fold themselves. Really nice when your hands are full. I love this car.
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Great Vehicle but has comfort issues...
roamfree, 02/05/2013
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
29 of 32 people found this review helpful
Bought this CRV in Jan 2013. Have about a thousand miles on it. Power is nicely responsive for a 4 cyl. Steering and Road/Ride Quality is sweet! Bluetooth works great with my iPhone 4s. Radio & Phone steering wheel controls are nice. If I had a main gripe its the comfort of seats and the whole Steering wheel/Arm Rest Combo. I'm 5'10" & 220 lbs and seats are a bit small for me(width-wise). Steering wheel doesn't telescope nor move down enough towards driver. On hghwy trips I'm unable to drive as casually as I would like whereas my wrist is on my lap and holding steering at 5-7 o'clock..and thats with my seat ratcheted up most of the way. Armrests are too narrow and unsupportive.
25000 miles and still going strong
mcm0455, 10/07/2014
updated 10/07/2016
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Rear Entertainment (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
The summer came and went uneventfully. Besides the routine in town driving, we took one 700 mile trip south. With the 80mph speed limits, the CRV did adequately, averaging high 20's for the entire trip. This car has held up very well over the past three years, leather interior looks brand new, and besides a few stone chips on the hood, the paint is flawless. As I have stated in previous reviews, this car has had zero issues, I have kept up with the recommended factory maintenance, which has been very low, oil changes about every 8k miles, tire rotations, and filter changes. If you are looking for a reliable and roomy smaller crossover, I would recommend looking at a CRV. It may not be the flashiest ride out there, but it will get you to your destination in comfort and not break the bank.
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Loosing faith in Honda
midav75, 02/19/2014
2013 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
I don't know what's going on with Honda, but it's not as used to be. Build quality is definitely not up to par. Bought a brand new CR-V a year ago. After the first rain, it had a spare tire wheel compartment full of water. It took dealership 3 tries and an external shop to fix leaking problems. Battery died when weather hit below 0. This should not happen on a 10 months old car. Wheel wells have no protective covers. Dealership told me it was done by design and the bare metal is treated for rust corrosion, but rust corrosion doesn't protect from stones chipping at the paint. And to top it off, all lug nuts are rusted. Car is 1 year old!!! Very, very disappointed!
My new CRV after 10 years
jparedes, 11/15/2012
2013 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
56 of 64 people found this review helpful
Yes, finally decided to get back into debt (after 5 of no car payments)...it was time, my 2002 CRV (which I bought new) already has 240,000. miles (that's right)...no engine or tramission overhaul has been needed....the car is still in excellent shape, so much that now it was passed to my son... That's the main reason as to why I bought another CVR .... "RELIABILITY".. The 2013 CVR LX has a very confortable ride, little wind noise in the highway, good visibilty, good handling.
CR-V Is A Pleasure To Drive!
wds1, 05/28/2013
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
20 of 22 people found this review helpful
My senior parents are the actual owners of this vehicle, but I have driven it enough and helped them weed through numerous other vehicles (months and months of research and test driving) to feel confident in making a review. My mother's strong pull to the CR-V was the actual deciding factor in the final purchase. I feel she made a great decision! This vehicle offers a lot for the money. We test drove countless vehicles and my parents kept coming back to this one. I was not as crazy about it as them, but see that it has many desirable features and feel it is definitely worth the money. Overall, it is a great little SUV!
excellemt utility and economy SUV! Honda quality
canuck901, 07/16/2014
updated 07/17/2018
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
All around an excellent SUV, so roomy, I mean this thing has more room than a BMW X5. Honda utilitarian value, smart design, simple yet extremely practical , had one issue with a TSB on the Actuator, but that's it. I have a 2012 EX CRV with 22,000 miles, love it. very good on fuel, can carry 2 sets of golf clubs, 4 suitcases and 2 bikes on the back and still get excellent mileage. Luv this SUV. not the fanciest of SUV, but top marks for reliability and economical, utilitarian value! AWD Systems works great in the snow and very safe vehicle 71,000 miles and still on original brakes Super reliable
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aky13, 05/19/2014
updated 06/06/2016
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
22 of 25 people found this review helpful
Compared with my previous vehicle, a 2004 Honda CR-V, the 2013 is VERY disappointing in all aspects EXCEPT fuel economy. When the CR-V was redesigned, Honda - in MY opinion - made a horrendous error by notably reducing the size of the rear window while simultaneously increasing the interior "wrap around" on the rear sides of the vehicle thus dramatically reducing rear visibility. The interior design of the vehicle is very troubling to me. Some IDIOT engineer/designer stuck a blower motor (I assume that is what it is) for the ventilation system in the foot space on the passenger side. Considering that this is NOT a humongous vehicle to begin, removing six or so inches of foot space (maybe 200+ cubic inches of foot space) was TERRIBLE. Honda also reduced the amount and locations of storage space from the older models. While the following may not be of importance to most people, it IS to me: the Honda CR-V model that I bought has a "better" audio system INCLUDING a "subwoofer." Again, some IDIOT engineer/designer (the same one??) located the subwoofer* directly under the passenger seat and firing UP into the seat cushion. You do NOT need to be an acoustic engineer to understand that the seat cushion will almost completely swallow sound pressure from the subwoofer making it USELESS. BTW, when I first went to the dealer to ASK where the subwoofer is located since I could not hear it; they indicated that they did NOT CARE. I will NEVER again buy a vehicle from them! *the actual "subwoofer" in the CR-V is a speaker of something like 4.5 inches diameter. I do not know what kind of magnet it has, but unless some VERY SPECIAL engineering is done (as in BOSE speakers), 4.5 inches is pathetic for a subwoofer. I am not thrilled by the performance of the vehicle, although it DOES get great mileage. The transmission shifting is very noticeable. For all of these reasons, I turned the CR-V over to my wife. She did not mind since she drives very little these days. I bought a 2015 Subaru Forest. While it does not get quite as good mpg as the CR-V, it is a FAR superior vehicle in MY opinion. AND, the Continuously Variable Transmission is s delight!
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Great car.
TREY, 10/06/2015
2013 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
2013 honda crv lx has 40,000 miles I've had no issues with the car. One dislike was road noise from the factory continental tires so I found some ex l 17 inch wheels and bought a new set of michelin latitude tires. It's amazing what a difference that made. Another dislike is that there is no arm rest for passenger driver. Other than that it gets great gas mileage and has plenty of room for size.
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Allen Hawkins, 02/19/2015
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
This is my second CRV. First was a 2010 and current is a 2013. This past month or so I have notice a squeal when I apply final pressure to the brakes. Made an appt. with the dealer feeling good that it was still under warranty(mileage 28215/less than two years old) but apprehensive going in that they would not hear the squeal. Went thru the process of talking to the service manager and after about 30 mins. was told they indeed had heard the squeal but it was not covered under warranty. They could give me no reason why it was squealing but they were more than willing to do a brake service costing $230. So, another life lesson learned. They never fail to disapoint.
Great small SUV with AWD - 2013 Honda CR-V EX AWD
Stephen Kahoe, 03/12/2016
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
This vehicle was one of the highest rated vehicles ion its class by Consumer Reports and I have been able to see why over the past 2.5 years. The CR-V is a very flexible vehicle that is great for all-around town use, vacation trips, and for transporting large items like flat screen televisions and furniture. It has a comfortable ride, gets good gas mileage in its class, and has great acceleration for a 4-cylinder SUV.
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Great Buy
Joe Robertson, 06/30/2016
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
The car is attractive and smooth. I have a tech background and love the technology that is has. Overall, I'd highly recommend this vehicle. The only issue I have is that it's more of a sporty vehicle than a family car.
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First Honda in 35 years but not the last.
kawliga, 12/31/2012
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
28 of 34 people found this review helpful
My wife steered me towards this vehicle to replace a Town and Country which was getting long in the tooth. I balked at the SUV thing for a long time and now realize I may have been in error thinking this way. I needed a vehicle that would tow a light utility trailer and get reasonable gas mileage. Just got back from a trip to Florida from mid Missouri. Best mileage was 31 on the highway, worst was 27 in town driving. Comfortable at highway speeds, nimble and responsive when a truck came into our lane without warning. Purchased without waiting for the new RAV 4 to become available and not sorry (we have a Camry so I am not anti-Toyota). Glad Honda builds this.
ROLLAWAY!
unhappywithcrv, 12/16/2013
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
We parked my 2013 Honda CR-V on a < 30 degree incline, put it in park and turned off the engine. After going behind it, opening the hatch and taking out 2 bags it began to roll backward. I had the car for only 3 months and have had no warning of any problem. I have reported this to NHTSA and am waiting for a resolution but will not drive this car again. As a side note: even though I drive with ECO on, I have never gotten close to 30mpg. The best is around 25.
Faulty A/C and Electronics
jlmedina, 04/22/2015
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
20 of 24 people found this review helpful
Bought a new 2013 from Whittier Community Honda. 14 months later a/c goes out & battery dies. After doing some research, both are known defects. Honda even lost a class-action lawsuit in 2013 for the a/c but never corrected the problem for newer models. Honda refused to repair a/c saying it's my problem. Honda should've at least warned me about the design flaw & problems so I could make an informed decision whether to buy or not. I had 2 previous Honda's. One had a recall that they never told me about & the other had a class action lawsuit regarding brakes that Honda again lost but they forgot to tell me. I don't trust Honda anymore especially Whittier Community Honda.
Oh how I wanted to love this CRV. So disappointed
Run from Honda, 06/22/2016
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
16 of 19 people found this review helpful
Beware! Do NOT purchase any CRV made in 2008 or later. My 2013 CR-V that is cared for per manufactures recommendations and driven moderately has been making a terrible grinding noise since about 1 year after purchase. Honda Service has diagnosed the noise as emanating from the VTC Actuator. Noise has become much worse over time and this noise occurs after every cold start. The noise is so loud that it turns heads in parking lots. What is really frustrating is that Honda has know of this issue since 2008 and still has not corrected the problem and does not disclose the issue prior to purchase. Honda simply states, "Yes there is a loud grinding noise but don't worry it is not doing any damage to the engine." This is my fourth Honda (I typically purchase a new car once every 4 to 5 years). This experience has left me resolve to never purchase another Honda. By the way three of my family members own CRV (2011, 2015 and 2016 -- two of the three make the same LOUD grinding noise when starting the engine. Toyota or Subaru here we come.
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bad batteries
dangthieu, 01/06/2014
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Car do not start in -9 degree even the car still 10 months old. (cr-v 2013).
Honda is the Best! Get a CRV!
Kayla Holler, 10/27/2015
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2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
It is beautiful, fun to drive, had good traction in rain and highway speeds+ and always looked beautiful. The seats and interior were easy to clean and always looked great on my 2013 CRV. The back seat is super spacious and so is the rear cargo area. I looked at all other small suv's and they never had as much room inside, especially in the back seat and cargo area. The only complaint I have is the road noise was louder than in a car. I was told that smaller SUV's are like that. I'm not sure I believe that, but in spite of the noise which is worse if the road is rough and at highway speeds and if your car needs an alignment, I could still enjoy my music from the fabulous USB plugins. I just loaded up a flash drive and plugged it in. Sounded great. I looked at newer models though, and we bought a new Civic and the newer models have a touch screen for music controls which I hate. The knob you could turn to quickly scroll through songs and albums worked much easier. The touch screen is a pain for finding anything and not getting sidetracked by accidentally touching the wrong spot. My CRV was a gorgeous blue called Mountain Air. I don't know why Honda doesn't make more cars in this color and make the Acura SUV's in that color. The newer CRV has a redesigned front which I do not like as well as the 2013 model and possibly the 2014. It is more of a snub-nosed look I find ugly. The interior is uglier, too, with more of a very dark charcoal kind of color with beige. I know that color is harder to keep clean because we have it on our new Civic. All dust shows all the time. The touch screen is more of a pain on the Civic to clean, too. Our 2013 CRV was easy to clean and always looked great. We got a super trade-in value for it because it still looked like new. I've never missed a car so much or regretted trading one more. I'd buy it back in a second. I have always owned American-made brands and always had problems with them, windows quit working, air conditioners quit, handles fall off, the vent louvres break, quit working, they just are not that dependable. Then, we bought an older, 1998 Honda Odyssey with high miles and to my surprise, everything worked! I could immediately see the difference in quality materials and design. Everything was quality built, no thin, cheap plastic like on my GM or Ford cars. I loved it. It drove and rode like a smooth-riding car, unlike a previous Pontiac van we owned which was more like a truck and soon had no working AC or windows. Fun in our 100+ summers. After owning the Odyssey, I decided the next vehicles would be Hondas. They are so ridiculously dependable. All reviews agree. Never go back to American made crap. Our friends work for a dealership that has GM and Ford and Chrysler. They get new vehicles every couple of years and we watch as they always have to have their new vehicles in the shop for ridiculous little things that don't work or quit working within weeks of getting their brand new vehicle. That doesn't happen with Honda. I value the five-star crash test rating (you'd be horrified if you knew what the other makers' ratings are....try one star front crash rating on Nissan Rogue for instance...and I value the dependability of Honda most of all. I hate breakdowns. With all the other old cars I have owned, I am practically an expert on what car noises, symptoms usually mean, but don't have to worry with a Honda. My other car, a 2003 Buick LeSabre Custome Celebration model with alll the bells and whistles for that year, has had problems with AC quitting, then mysteriously working again and lights not working, lots of fuse replacements, etc. Not fun. Mechanics I have talked to say the only work they usually have on Honda's is maintenance. Get a Honda and you won't go back.
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Brian, 08/13/2018
updated 08/16/2021
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
In repair; VTC Actuator goes out, if you like your engine taken apart at 30,000. 60,000, 100,000 Honda declines to fix problems; transmission oil needs changed every 25,000 or transmission slips; cheap leather interiors; ac went out at 80,000 on the dot. Honda makes them to fall apart asap. Tiny brake shoes on the rear of the vehicle...why?
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Cannot Open Cargo Door
Jae, 02/17/2016
updated 02/26/2018
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
I have had to fix the door twice because the Cargo door would not open. No matter how hard, and long I press the latch, the door would not open. At first the dealer fixed the issue by replacing the entire latch, but after a month of use, the problem came back again. Six month after the second fix, the latch was slow to react, until finally, stopped working entirely. Now that the Warranty expired, the dealer is charging to fix the problem. Very Disappointed with Honda.
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Neglectful
Julie, 08/10/2016
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
18 of 23 people found this review helpful
In 2012 I purchased a brand new Honda CR-V. At first, everything seemed great. A year later or so I started to experience a strange sound when I started the truck. When I took it in for regular oil change I mentioned it and they said they would check it out. They told me it was ok and the noise I heard was "normal." I trusted them and their exper mechanics so I continued to drive it. Needless to say it continued and ever time I took it in they told me nothing was wrong. It finally got to be too much and ONLY upon my insistence, they kept the truck overnight to listen to the noise which they repeatedly assured me was "nothing." Today after I finally called to check on my truck because no one called me I was told it is the VTC Actuator and would cost $500, but not to worry they would pay $350 and I would only have to pay $150. I asked why I would have to pay anything at all and was told because now the warranty expired. I asked for the manager who NEVER came to the phone instead I was directed to call Honda customer service. Well I called was given a case # and now wait for the result. Meanwhile, I'm without transportation. Omg words cannot express my frustration. There has to be some protection or something for this. HELP,,,,,,,,
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2013 CRV 100% Reliabilty
guerry bethell, 07/10/2016
2013 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
A pleasure to own and operate. We added after market leather and heaters for both front seats.
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CR-V EX-L 2013
whitelinerr, 11/14/2013
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
First drive was across central Oregon at 60 mph. Note speed limit is only 55. But 35.4 mpg for the first tank fillup is pretty darn good. Wind that day was calm and dry roads. Since then it's only been around town with an average speed of 27 to 29 mph. With that I'm getting 29 to 30 mpg.
Vtc actuator/ timing chain
Dave, 01/29/2021
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Do NOT buy this car. This is the warranty/ customer service on any car i have ever owned. Took it to the dealership with the famous “grinding” noise - literally 200 miles past the warranty. They replaced the vtc actuator and in “good faith “ paid for half and still cost me $600. Several months later same noise. Dealership is giving me the run around and now says that isn’t a vtc noise but the timing chain and wants another $1500 with no guarantee and won’t admit the charged me for the vtc when that wasn’t the issue the first time. I will NEVER buy another Honda in my life. Back to the Toyota Rav4 for me!
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the grinder
Chuck, 07/31/2017
updated 02/03/2021
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Be aware of the grinding noise the car makes when starting. Dealer is not willing to fix the issue, Honda turns a deaf ear to this issue. Nice SUV but the grinding sound and no help from Honda, is a deal killer when I am ready for a new car. CRV runs good but still grinding
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from GMC dealership.sales man honda was better buy
Tommy, 11/12/2017
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
bought from a GMC dealership, choice of either a GMC Terrain. 2013 or 2013 Chevy Equinox, and 2013 Honda. CRV-EX-L , all same year equipped equally, mileage close to each other. sales man directed me to Honda, saying it was a better buy. and better resale. you would think a GMC sales man would be try to get me to buy the Terrain. Right Choice made glad I picked the 2013 Honda. CRV- EX-L..
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2013 CR-V EX-L
Gummy, 08/24/2020
updated 08/26/2021
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
It has been a trouble free vehicle only required servicing through 100200 miles. The gas mileage is great and comfort leather seating, good heat and air. Road noise is louder then should be in a suv. The 4 cylinder engine with 5 speed transmission is weak on power on hills. Great around town and lots of leg room and good cargo space. Honda needs to put a fuel economy 6 in the CR-V not 4 cylinder turbocharged engines as an option.
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Wouldn't drive any other car
Keith Schnier, 01/15/2018
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
This is my second CRV - EX - L Nav. I owned a 2010 for three years and loved it so much I gave it to my daughter. The only issue I had with it was the starter, which I had replaced at the dealer. I recently bought a 2013 model with exactly the same equipment. This car is super good-looking, comfortable, and fun to drive. It has precisely the right equipment, lots of interior room, and very economical to operate. I have been a Honda aficionado for a number of years, having owned two Civics, three Accords, a Del Sol, and two CRV's. With all these cars, I have had Super Reliability. My cars are always garage-kept and maintenance is performed religiously. Take care of your car and it will take care of you....
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i want to love this car, but
dean40, 06/08/2013
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
i talked my wife into going from a Lexus rx330 to the '13 crv, and for the most part i am happy with the decision, but there have been a few small headaches. Driving home from the dealer is realized the right front turn signal was inop, then when i got home i saw the roof rail was coming up on the rr, and 2 valve stem caps were missing. Took it to a different dealer the next day and he replaced the bulb on the drive, but i had to come back to have the roof rail replaced. So a car with under 100 miles on it has been to the dealer twice. Hopefully these little gremlins are just a fluke, and from now on its just oil changes and basic maintenance.
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pattyann, 10/14/2016
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV w/Rear Entertainment (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
9 of 12 people found this review helpful
we own a 2013,,the tranny started Vibrating and skipping between 20 and 28 miles per hour,,from first gear into 2nd.i went to Honda Dealership in Tarrytown Ny to get a diagnosis test FOR $ 100,>>but they DID NOT ADDRESS THE VIBRATIONS IN TRANNY..figures,, I'M DETERMINE TO GO TO THE HEADQUARTERS WITH ALL THE INFO NEEDED TO PROVE THIS IS A FACTORY FAULT AND THEY AREA TOTALLY RESPONSIBLE,, WE PAID OVER $ 32,000.99 CASH ..I WILL NOT LAY DOWN TILL THIS PROBLEM IS RESOLVED AND THEY ARE ACCOUNTABLE !! THE TRUTH IS THE TRUTH AND IT THERE IS NO WAY AROUND IT!!
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the things no one tells you
bsturman, 01/18/2015
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
When your stopped with your foot on the brake the car vibrates. Honda can't find anything wrong. Also if your car ever gets bumped on the front passenger side, there's a chance that your windshield washers won't work because the pump is right behind the bumper. Even though I see just a small scratch there, they said it was hit and that is what broke the pump. After 1 year and $250 I have a new pump. Hopefully no one else hits my bumper there or this could get expensive.
Can't beat the reliability statistics on a Honda
Debora M., 08/17/2016
2013 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a Honda CR-V that would take me through the next 10 years and I think I found one. One owner, low mileage. Only hitch was a couple of door dings, which was OK by me. Chose not to buy Honda Certified Pre-owned because of the higher price for the certification and the Honda dealer wouldn't work with me on the price or my trade in.
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Great Small SUV
southpaw3, 09/14/2013
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have had my EX-L with nav for two weeks and am very happy with my purchase. It is very comfortable and a pleasure to drive. Much has been said about sluggish acceleration but I find the acceleration to be great for this type of vehicle and I think Honda got it right balancing responsiveness and fuel economy. It's great having the Econ option for greater fuel economy too. I don't find road noise to be a problem at all and think the car is well insulated. As to the complaints about the sound system, it could be better but I am pleased with it. Again, I didn't buy this car expecting a luxury sound. I highly recommend this CR-V.
VTC actuator makes this car stink
rconarroe, 07/07/2016
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Same problem as the other reviewer. Grinding noise at every start is sooo irritating. Honestly, if someone wanted to trade me for a 2013 Toyota (something) right now I would. The fact that Honda plays dumb and won't fix the problem they created is disappointing.
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3 year update
mcm0455, 09/06/2013
updated 09/07/2016
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Rear Entertainment (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
After three years and 22,000 miles, our CRV has exceeded our expectations. I have done all the maintenance since new, oil changes have worked out to about every 7500 miles, replaced the cabin and engine air filter, and changed out the rear diff fluid. OEM tires were replaced at 20,000 miles with 3/32" tread remaining. In city driving, gas mileage is typically between 21-24mpg, and on steady highway driving, 30+mpg is the norm. The leather interior has held up extremely well, and the seats remain firm but very comfortable. It could use more torque sometimes in city maneuvers, but thats the tradeoff with a normal aspirated 4 cylinder. My wife has expressed interested in a Lexus RX and Lexus NX, so unless Honda puts a V-6 or Turbo 4 in the next generation Honda CRV, this will probably be our last Honda for awhile.
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Best Car Purchase
LeslieKnope4Prez, 02/02/2021
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My 2013 Honda CR-V is still going strong. A very reliable car.
Best experience in a new car.
David Sullivan, 03/22/2019
2013 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I did not use a dealer for this purchase. I went to a dealer that used the Costco. Plan and they gave me a price of 23000 Then I went to a broker who ordered it from the factory for 21000... Got it two weeks later. Went on an 11000-mile road trip and loved every minute of it. Except for Oil Changes and a set of tires the Maintenance costs have been low. I did all of the maintenance that was in the owners manual. The car is in great shape. Will buy another CRV to upgrade safety standards...
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Odd noise from rear
avuncular58, 07/29/2014
2013 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
Generally pleased with latest incarnation of the CRV but has anyone come across the problem of a light rattling sound from the rear of the vehicle. After a couple of dealership trips (car under warranty) it turns out to be a couple of pebbles that have bounced into the shock absorber recesses at the rear. The only way to remove them was to use a pressure air blower. The dealer did this free the first time but I was charged when it happened again. The older version CRV did not have this problem. Also, the sound system is not as bassy as the old version. Not that it matters much to me but it's not as good as the sound system in the older CRV.