Used 2014 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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2014 CR-V EX-L AWD Real World Review
gpdpdoo, Clinton, MD, 05/01/2014
Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
79 of 86 people found this review helpful
I just bought the car a little over a week ago. Before purchasing I had narrowed down my search to Toyota, Mazda and Honda. I chose the Honda because I really liked the roomy interior and it was fun to drive. The gas mileage was also a deciding factor, although all three car makers were very close in that category. I also chose the Honda for its reliability and resale value.
Very Good SUV except for one thing
Cliff, Virginia Beach, VA, 12/26/2015
Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
The VTC actuator. During cold winter mornings a loud rattle occurs when first starting the car. Honda says it's normal and is the VTC actuator which is not causing any damage. I've had my CRV for 2 years now and Honda has not made any repairs for this. I consider this a manufacture defect. I don't like an SUV that rattles during the first cold start of the day. If this isn't fixed in the next year, I'm getting a Toyota.
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enjoy this car
Jamie Bailey, Lapeer, MI, 10/17/2015
Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I really enjoy this car, and here is why. 1) the transmission shifts like I think a transmission should. Nice clean shifts, no hesitation, quick to downshift. I've had GM's version (Equinox/Terrain/every other 2.4L GM car) and I hate the way their tranny shifts. 2) the seats have fold down armrests - they are perfect for me. 3) the center console with the sliding door - so easy to open and access from the driver's seat. 4) the controls for heat/ac and radio are so simple and straightforward. 5) the mileage - i regularly get 28mpg on my 65 mile roundtrip to work and back through mixed hwy/city. If I had to complain about anything there are two things. 1) on startup in colder weather, the engine makes a quick rattle that sounds like metal on metal. Many Honda 2.4s have this, apparently, but the dealer says its nothing to worry about. So i don't worry, but it sounds bad in the morning. 2) wind noise is more noticeable than in my wife's Ford Focus. Its not bad, but could be quieter. All that being said, I can't really say for sure what I like best, just that I really enjoy driving this car. And I've had a lot of cars. This is one of my faves. Got about 15,000 miles on it so far.
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2014 CRV was a good choice
arizgeorge1, Prescott Valley, AZ, 08/04/2014
Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
25 of 29 people found this review helpful
I traded my 2008 CRV in for a 2014 CRV. I had looked at the Ford Escape, Hyundai Santa Fe, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Subaru Forester, but felt that the CRV was the best overall SUV for me. Another big factor in my decision was the excellent service that I have experienced at the local Honda dealer. I was disappointed in the choice of exterior colors (mostly dark shades) and very limited choice of interior colors. On our first long trip we averaged 28-29 mpg. I'm hoping that will improve to 30-31 mpg which I got on my 2008 CRV. One minor annoying issue was the same weak, whimpy horns that I had on my 2008. For $100, I had Honda upgrade my horns to the louder, stronger Honda Accord horns.
A Great Daytime Car
Jer, Island Lake, IL, 04/02/2019
Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought this CRV EX L AWD new in 2014 and have 73000 miles . I would give it a 5 star rating in every way EXCEPT the headlights at night are terrible and even worse in rain , on dim they shine about 10 feet and the brights shine out about 25 feet and it's dark in front of the car. I've got out of the car to make sure they are even on ! All that being said I love the looks , ride and performance of this car. I want to get a 2019 CRV but I'll test drive on a rainy night .
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