Used 2013 Honda CR-V EX SUV Review
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Wanted an Escape got a CR-V
Cincinnati or Toledo is where I am., Toledo, OH, 07/21/2015
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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.
Feels Just Right
jcricket, Fairbanks, AK, 12/15/2012
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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.
Great Vehicle but has comfort issues...
roamfree, Pottsville, PA, 02/05/2013
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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.
Junk
Brian, Brandon, FL, 08/13/2018
2013 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
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?
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2013 Honda CR-V EX SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Lots of room for passengers and cargo
- Pro:high fuel economy
- Pro:user-friendly controls
- Pro:ample tech and family-friendly features
- Pro:top crash test scores.
- Con:No available engine upgrade
- Con:transmission lacks manual mode
- Con:rear seats don't slide fore and aft.
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