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NEVER BUY ANOTHER HONDA SUV
Sherry E, 02/09/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
50 of 59 people found this review helpful
The 2016 CRV still has a serious vibration issue and there is no fix from Honda. I had a 2015 first and was told that the 2016 did not have the vibration issue but that was not true. Honda used to be a good car but really dropped the ball on this issue. I would never buy another Honda. Buyer beware!!!!!!
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Our 6th Honda
Julian Nestor, 05/19/2016
2016 Honda CR-V SE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
We have never had to repair any Honda we have ever owned. Brakes and tires are the only replacement parts we have ever needed. That's why we buy Hondas. The CR-V is surprisingly big inside but is still a practical size for Southern California traffic and parking. The CVT transmission is very smooth and so far we are surprised how normal it feels around town. Time will tell on reliability but we have always had faith in Honda engineering. We bought the Special Edition that Honda usually offers and the end of a design run because of the standard content. We normally purchase the EX model but have never liked or used the sun roof feature that is a large part of the cost of the EX package. The SE model has reasonable content without the gimmicks that are so common today. The reasonable size was also an issue. We were afraid that Honda like so many other companies would make the next design bigger. Horrible traffic and tiny parking places are a fact of life in Southern California. We expect number 6 to be as reliable as all the others.
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New member to our Honda fleet
Robert Tschirhart, 09/29/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
Have had a Honda fleet for the whole family since 1990, loved and love them all. Quality and reliability of the CRV-EX attracted us and did not disappoint. Not a luxurious interior, but more than sufficient if you are a practical sort. Was a bit surprised and a little disappointed by the relatively small gas tank, about 13 gallons compared to the 18 gallons of our 4-cyl 2.4l 2009 Accord which has fantastic range 450 miles on the highway. The CRV with the smaller tank has a lower range in the 300-350 mile range. Happy with the price we paid after shopping with dealers on the internet, just ask dealers for a quote and compare, and ask others to match your best price. When negotiating with dealers, watch out for the relatively expensive (~$500) dealer package (up-scaled floor mats, locking lugs, a few free oil changes) that they may push on you at the end of the negotiation after a couple of hours invested. Ask about this upfront and walk if you don't want this package.
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Great SUV but poor quality leather seats
Linda U, 02/23/2016
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2016 CRV Touring model for less than a month and the leather seats are already tearing! They put holes in the leather, dumb mistake on somebody's part. I have 3 little spots that are ripping. I'm so upset, the car is not even a month old. What if you spill liquid on it and it all soaks thru the holes? I have called the service dept. where I purchased but haven't heard from them yet! I love my CRV so far except the seat covering.
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worst transmission in history?
FD, 08/07/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
21 of 24 people found this review helpful
This is a nice car in every way but one: the CVT. If you never push the gas pedal down more than halfway, you'll probably love it. In that "easy driving" mode, the CVT is well behaved and unobtrusive. But god help you if you ever expect more. The CVT is always in the wrong gear ratio: too high off the line and way too low when trying to accelerate at higher speeds. It's fiddly, constantly seeking up and down the rev range in response to the slightest movement of the throttle. I can be cruising down the road at 40 mph, push the pedal to the floor, count to three and return the pedal to its normal position; the car's speed won't change a single mph. Instead, the CVT winds the engine up to the redline without generating any forward momentum at all and then winds itself back down when the throttle is released. It's just pathetically unpredictable and irritatingly unresponsive when you need it most. I've had this car for 12 months and love its many features, but that transmission is absolute garbage.
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Unhappy with my 2016 Crv update
F.Litt, 12/21/2016
updated 01/04/2018
2016 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
21 of 24 people found this review helpful
So update from my last review 12/20/2016. Today is 1/4/2018, my CRV has been sitting at Honda Service Center since 11/14/2017, I have been given soooooooo much run around with this car it's so frustrating, so I went back to the dealership to speak with the GM, some other guy came out trying to act like it was him he went with me to test drive my car, He drove he get in the car he felt what I was talking about, he drove for about 5 minutes no need to drive any longer because the vibration is there immediately, we get back to the dealership and he trys to give me every excuse in the world as to why all the problems with the car is ok. I went for an oil change and they had to change the battery in a brand new car less then 2 years old, my roof have stains on it come to find out it's freaking leaking, I have video of the radio system malfunctioning and as of this day I still haven't heard from Honda to tell me anything about my car, I'm at my wit's end with The car and Honda I'm going to have to Sue enough is enough, this experience dealing with Honda has elevated my blood pressure and stress levels so much I get sick just knowing I have to deal with them, I thought my ex boyfriend was the worse mistake of my life but nope nope Honda took the title. Cooperate office had the nerve to ask me what do I want them to do smh, they offered nothing all they basically said was oops sorry,
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hard to steer
wtcrv, 02/10/2016
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
25 of 29 people found this review helpful
steering wheel feels hard to turn the front wheels. why? horrible technology screen (hard to see, buttons buried deep, doesnt respond, slow speaker, repetitive speaker, not user friendly. is like a fred flinstone computer.
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Flawed upgrade from 2013
bruce kuechmann, 09/26/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Overall, I'm reasonably happy with my new CRV, which replaced a 2013 version of the same vehicle. Reasonably happy, since we bought 2 2016's a month apart. However, the electronics package (no navigation) is a muddled, poorly designed and implemented step backwards from our 2013 Civic and 2013 CRV. In the 13's, push a button and say a name to make a phone call to someone in your speed dial list. Easy to use, and nearly always got it right. In the 2016's, it's not only cumbersome, but it usually comes up with the wrong name. At best, it provides a list for you to pick from on the screen, which involves taking eyes off the road. If these functions are important to you, examine them closely and consider whether you are willing to put up with the shoddy behavior of the Honda system. Compared to the system in a Subaru rental car I drove for a few weeks, Honda has a long way to catch up.
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William dinan, 05/02/2017
2016 Honda CR-V SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Stay away from the 2016 Honda CR-V.... Vibrations issues that Honda has yet to solve. We have a brand new one with 4400 miles and took the suv in for service on the vibration issue and all they said was this was normal.
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2016 CRV - there's no way you can go wrong!!!
Maria, 03/20/2016
updated 03/30/2017
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Our 2nd CRV after owning a 2008 CRV-LX. The 2008 was trouble free except routine maintenance and one A/C clutch repair which cost $700. Other than that was a trouble free car. We traded it in for a 2016 EX as we wanted to have the bluetooth and backup/blind spot camera. Everything else is a plus in the EX model. We couldn't have been happier with the Honda CRV. Some folks have complained or mentioned about the CVT vibration issue. There is none whatsoever. There are a few things we miss from our 2008. The center dash had a few cubby holes for phone etc which are not present anymore. Also above the glove box was a secondary store place which is no longer present. But these are minor inconveniences we can adjust to as there's plenty of storage space in the car. Kudos to the Honda designers who've improved the car since 2008 and keep doing so. ------------Update------------ 1 year and ~15K mi later, the car is still going strong. Routine oil change done & tires rotated. We noticed an airflow issue in the air conditioner wherein it appears to put out more air on the passenger side than the driver side. Took it into Honda for service and no problem found. For the next CRV, we'd like to see more integration with the iPhone and the onscreen display, especially the navigation from iphone to onscreen very similar to the current Honda accord.
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Fuel Efficiency Over Usability
Jaymian, 08/25/2019
2016 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
We were immediately attracted to how average this car was compared to other cars in the segment. After having owned the car for nearly 3 years, we are ready to move on and get something hopefully much better. Our main gripes with the car are the undersized battery and alternator that barely charges the battery, all in an effort to be more fuel efficient. My lawnmower battery is the same size as the battery that comes with the CR-V. The battery tray and hold down are sized for a standard battery, so the small battery requires a plastic adapter to fit. On two occasions, we have had to get a jump start. The battery is not bad, it is just way too small for a car and from reading online, you need to force the alternator to fully charge the battery by leaving headlights on while you drive. The car came with tires that are low friction and low traction, again for fuel efficiency. In Minnesota, I want traction. It should be illegal to sell low friction tires in this state. Essentially, you need to buy new tires and a full size battery right after buying a CR-V, which could add up to $1,000 right up front. The acceleration is awful from stop. It has good acceleration for passing, but from stop it seems to be putting in about half effort, no doubt some computer setting that I do not have the ability to change. If cars are going to be cell phones with wheels, at least let me change some settings. AWD is a mystery. I have no idea when it activates and there is no way to manually turn it on. Quite possibly, it has never been on, even here in MN winters. The seats become very uncomfortable after a few hours, so long trips are a chore. Nothing else about this car is really better than the competitors. We went with this car, because at the time, it did not have any deal breaking issues while we were test driving it. It took a few years for all of the issues to rear their ugly head. So the car tested well, but after spending more time with it, we regret our purchase. A 10 minute test drive is just not enough for a car. I guess we need to rent or lease first.
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Shake rattle and roll. Still shaking at idle.
Doug Bean, 06/13/2018
updated 12/27/2022
2016 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Excessive vibration when idling. Dealer very helpful but unable to fix problem. Contacted Honda who assigned a area manager to my case. Not really interested, other than claiming that Honda is aware of that problem in the 2015 and 2016 models. Claimed that they made upgrades to the 2017 model by beefing up the fuel system and a few minor upgrades to the engine mounts. Upgrades not retroactive to the previous models. Also had electrical problems. Replaced battery at 3000 miles. Engine cut out on two occasions when coming to a stop at a traffic light. Dealer finally isolated problem to brake sensor incorrectly adjusted at the factory. No problems since then. Still no change with the idling problem. Honda not interested in extending the warranty or applying any fix to the problem, but Chapman Honda extended it at no cost to me. Still having electrical issues. Dealer had to replace the battery at 28,000 miles under the warranty again. And so it goes. 12/17/2021. No change in the rough idling problem. I guess I have to live with it. Good thing that I do not have false teeth !!!!!!!! No other problems. Honda claims that they have corrected the idling problem, starting with the 2017 model by " beefing up " the fuel system, that is not compatible with/to the 2016 model. So no retrofit. Would not recommend anybody purchasing a 2016 model CRV. 06/17/2020..No change. Still shakes @ idle. Shame on Honda for not making a effort to repair this annoying issue.!!!!!!!!!! Will think long and hard before purchasing another Honda vehicle. No change in the above regarding the idling issue. Will never buy another Honda again. They have lost a loyal customer of over twenty years. Battery replaced for third time along with computer module @ 54000 miles due to drainage on battery when vehicle not in use. Vehicle currently has 56000 miles on it. So far all repairs have been covered under the extended warranty that the Dealer and Honda have agreed to. Still no change to idling problem. Dec 2022, still no change to the idling problem. Just as bad @ 67,500 miles.
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par excellence
Marinie Victoriano, 06/18/2016
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
basic maintenance is only oil change and multi-point check for first 3 years,if your mileage is less than 10 K/year. Thus, there is no need to get a prepaid 3 yr. service contract if you have a good mechanic. Anyway, service check-up does not include complicated electronics which are still under warranty.
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Honda CR-V Touring Safety Issue
Kulkarnipg, 02/04/2019
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
This is really Scary! My wife and daughter met with an accident (no other party involved!). While traveling on a freeway (slow speed) in a carpool lane the vehicle started pulling right (tires flattened) and front airbags got deployed! My wife was unable to see the road (airbags block visibility), the only option left was to somehow stop the vehicle, she steered the vehicle towards the center divider. Good Samaritans blocked two left lanes, lives saved! Recently Honda has been having Quality issues, please think twice before you buy!
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Manager of yellow leaf llc, 10/20/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
37 of 45 people found this review helpful
DO NOT BUY THIS BRAND. I bought this car on my birthday late May 2016 so far I drove in 5 months 13,000 mile and it broke down with over heat 150 miles away from my home at midnight, I got crazy because I never prepare for this situation with a brand new car. They towed my car to the local dealership and I had to call my family to pick me up and arrived home 5 am.The dealership took one and half day and found the problems and can not find the parts and tell me how long it gonna be to fix it(at this review is writing). THE WORST PARTS IS HOW AMERICAN HONDA CUSTOMERS SERVICE TAKING CARE OF YOU. The dealership told me that they have loaner car for me but I have to come to pick it up by my own, I call Honda car customer service at 1 800 999 1009 and spoke with Stephanie and asked about reimbursement for car rental from my home(150 miles away) and she said no and sorry. She told me that I should tow my car back to the dealership near by my home, it my fault to bring the car to local dealer that night, how I know that because when the tow truck from Honda arrived and he give me two local dealerships to choose.
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A good SUV that can be improved
rajiv butala, 07/17/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
Expect Theee types of Noise 1) Aerodynamic noise due to height. I am sure Honda can reduce this noise by improving insulations on roof. 2) Tyre noise can easily be reduced by changing to a better quality tyre instead of Continental tyres. This tyres also make it feel as if SUV is out of wheel alignment and keeos pulling in one or other directions. 3) Transmission noise. Its because of new CVT type transmission.
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Not worth the money
Tom, 09/07/2017
updated 09/14/2020
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
The vehicle rides a little too noisy. It lacks power. But is very annoying because the ac sends a stale odor into the cabin after sitting for a few hours. Honda has not been able to fix and tells me to turn the ac off. That's not acceptable. This is our 5th Honda. No major issues before. They all have lacked power and had several squeaks. It usually took me a few months to fix the squeaks... then ok. Both dealer and Honda do not stand behind vehicle. Worst vehicle ownership experience in my life.
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A Great Car - Horrible Comfort
Renay Rodriguez, 04/06/2017
updated 10/06/2017
2016 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I will never buy another CRV again unless Honda decides to fix the interior car seat design. After owning the car for 6 months I now have a permanent shoulder and neck injury from driving this vehicle. The headrest is so far forward that it causes curvature right at the base of the neck into the mid spine area. As a result of being constantly curved you begin to develop next train with creates muscle tightness in the neck which is now resulted in tingling and numbness in two my hands. I tried turning the headrest around and felt infinitely more comfortable but it's not safe because there's no support in case of an accident. An additional problem is the bottom part of the seats themselves even at 5 to the seats are too short. As a result you don't get any support behind your legs. And this creates neck and back strain as well as you are required to support your own legs throughout the drive with just your bottom on the seat. I drive a car to drive and go places and this car has been miserable. Another reason not to ever buy this car again is the road noise. You can barely talk on your cell phone in this car when you're on the highway because the road and wind noise is so loud. You cannot listen to music comfortably in this car because you have to blast it so loud in order to be able to hear the music over the wind and road noise. When I bought this car I was thinking great gas mileage reliability and safety. But I didn't think about Comfort because I assumed a car company like Honda as reputable as they are would have created seats that would have been comfortable.
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Best suv
Jane S, 11/19/2016
updated 05/21/2018
2016 Honda CR-V SE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
The gas milage is the best of ANY suv out there. It handles great! very comfortable driver's seat and passenger seats. Be sure to look back left and right. The camera in all of the new cars show straight back. Watch for cars and pedestrians.
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28.3 MPG
Frank Baker, 08/06/2016
updated 08/08/2018
2016 Honda CR-V SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
My wife and I bought this car and have put 2000 miles on it in one month, we love it so far. It is comfortable, and runs very nice. Our speed was around 75 mph most of the time, we averaged 28.3 MPG. We have noticed it has a blind spot on the drivers side. I would like to thank Jay Wolf Honda for selling us this car. UPDATE: We have had the CRV now for two years, and love it. It is getting 32.6 MPG, have had no issues with it. The car has over 20,000 miles on it.
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Don't Argue with yourself: GET ONE!
Richard R. Pelech, 11/05/2018
updated 11/06/2020
2016 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Very responsive steering. Little to no play in steering. A/C is fantastic. Excellent visibility. Good to very good gas mileage (currently 25.6 city). Seat comfort average. Seat adjustability: very good. Same with steering column. Instrumentation well placed and does not interfere with driver's vision of the road ahead. Interior quiet very good while driving. Back up camera takes a bit of getting used to but once that happens, you wonder how you did without it. Back up camera screen could have been larger. Noted: if taking a corner too fast, there is a "feel" of a momentum shift of the vehicle. Overall, an excellent vehicle that I highly recommend....and I would buy again. UPDATE May 2019: Still hold to review above. Latest MPG is 25. Odometer is 5600. Love the back up camera and still "kinda" wish it were larger (new models have larger). Have ONLY replaced rear wiper blade (took less than 2 min) because of rubber blade separation. I check fluids every 3 months and refill accordingly and get oil changed yearly. Interior is holding up very well. Very pleased with volume of space in cargo area. Did purchase steering wheel cover to give me better hand traction on wheel. Without, steering wheel has "felt: slightly larger than normal and gripping feels somewhat uncomfortable. But this is more personal preference than problem. Handling is still very crisp. Good to very good acceleration for highway entrance. Excellent braking especially noted during rain. I also exercise a bit of caution if I begin to take a corner too fast as I still have felt a sense of momentum shift. This situation is, however, very rare. Interior quietness is excellent when running highway and excellent handling in city traffic. The only thing I would change is my title to this review: In comparison to all the vehicles I've purchased over the past 35 years, this Honda CRV is the overall best. So, STOP arguing with yourself and GET ONE! And yes, I recommend and would buy again. UPDATE: NOV 2019 Still hold to my previous reviews. During this past summer operated the AC constantly (Texas wx can be brutal). Gas milage declined from 25.6 to 24.5. I have slightly over 7000 miles on the vehicle (don't drive much but when I do, I encounter many variables in driving). Did my first "panic" stop on wet pavement a few weeks ago. Vehicle held its direction during the incident and I was very surprised as the braking which held exceedingly well (did NOT hit the other vehicle). Handling is still crisp. ABSOLUTELY love the backup camera. Unit is still glove quiet when driving. When first purchased I wondered if I did not get a vehicle with too much cargo space. Today, I can't live without it. Everything about this vehicle, both for mechanical prowess and looks, makes me smile and nod my head "YES" . I made the right choice"! I definitely recommend this vehicle and yes, I would definitely buy again. UPDATE: May 2020 No change to my positive feelings of my CRV. Have nearly 8000 miles on the vehicle (I don't drive that often) and am getting 26.1 MPG in city. Interior is still in excellent condition. Have had NO mechanical problems. Get the oil changed every 12 months. This vehicle is still quiet when driving, a/c and heat are excellent, and have only had to change one filter (an interior item that filters air to the cabin). Would buy this vehicle again. Very pleased.
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Loud and bumpy
Kris orton, 03/17/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Loud interior noise and you feel every crack in the road
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Fifth CR-V (2002/2006/2012/2014/2016)
Don Montalvo, 11/12/2016
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Sold my 2002 LS at 175K miles. Sold my 2006 SE at 80K miles. Traded my 2012 EX-L AWD (hated the color) for a 2014 EX-L 2WD (big mistake). Finally got a 2016 Touring CVT. I would have never thought the 2016, a 4th Gen model, would be such a huge improvement over the other two 4th Gen models I owned. The NAV system takes getting used to, but works well once you learn how to use it. The acceleration was a significant improvement (thanks to CVT and Drive-By-Line) over the other 4th Gen models. The biggest surprise was all the safety features. Lane assist, assisted cruise control, video side view mirror, etc. The power latch is to kill for. Very happy. Now I just have to resist buying a 2017. :)
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Goldilocks SUV "Just Right"
Beth Buck, 04/05/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I am very tall, as are the rest of my family. The CRV has exceptional interior space, plenty of head room and elbow room. Windows in the front provide excellent visibility. Visibility to the sides and rear are limited due to the small windows. I don't like Honda's change to the new "squashed" version of its SUV line (Pilot, CRV, HRV). However, the "Lane Watch" and rear view cameras do seem to adequately compensate for the limited visibility out the side and rear windows. Personally I would prefer bigger windows. That being said, I do love my new car. I was originally going to purchase the LX base model, but the interior felt really light and fragile. The upholstery looked like it would stain and tear easily. I went with the EXL which is perfect. The car handles well, and gas mileage is good. I previously owned a Fit, which I absolutely loved, but I needed AWD for snow and mountain roads. I then bought a Pilot, which I also loved, but it was way too big for my needs, cumbersome to maneuver, and expensive for maintenance. The CRV is "just right" halfway between the two.
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Voice recognition and Navigation are TERRIBLE
Steve, 04/19/2016
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
20 of 24 people found this review helpful
The Voice recognition and Navigation 0n 2116 Honda CRV is TERRIBLE. Its hard to use and wont work the rest of the time. Even the service department and sales department cant figure it out . Service Dept. told me to have Sales Dept figure it out, Sales Dept told me to have Service fix it. This is the only Honda I have ever bought that I have regretted buying.
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Nice Ride Traded the CRV in a Luxury Vehicle
Sonny, 04/09/2016
updated 10/12/2018
2016 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Don't Likes -------- Drivers side split mirror - What was Honda thinking ? In an EX L a drivers side mirror should match the passenger mirror. The mirror is distorted and is just plain stupid. No power seat for the passenger - really , just stupid Our 2017 CX5 Mazda Grand Touring Blows the CRV away in all areas Black Carpet - my wife hates it shows everything Leather seats are average in comfort , thicker padding would help and maybe a little wider seat for overall comfort Arm rest that driver and passenger have to share needs to be bigger , it's just to small and thicker padding needed & also could be larger for much needed storage A Power rear door release & closing feature should be an option in the EX L model & work from the remote or from inside Likes _____ The CRV handles nicely , has plenty get up and go , very smooth shifting and a nice quiet ride - with no vibrations at any speed. Haven't had any snow to test the AWD feature, but I use to drive my daughters 05 CRV in 2 -3 feet of snow with ease, so I'm sure our new CRV will be excellent in snow Blue Tooth seems clear and easy to set up and no drop offs as of yet , others on the other end say the signal is very clear Gas mileage is 24 - 25 around town and around 30 - 31 on freeway the ECO button is cool , but only have 200 some miles on the CRV so hopefully the gas mileage goes up. Nice to be able to check the real time MPG Very easy Vehicle to get in and out of I'm 6' 3" and plenty of head room , this is my wife's CRV and she really likes being up higher while driving We drove the Rav , Encore , Subaru , Mazda ( I liked that Mazda 5 especially the cool center knob that serves as the main control ) but wife liked the CRV and probably overall the CRV was the best vehicle we tested Hopefully I can find a way to get a different drivers side mirror installed I'll be installing color coded side moldings, door edge cards and a cool tail pipe extender, parts arrived today and will sweeten the looks as well as give much needed protection. Later in the summer I'll install a rear spoiler UPDATE: Traded the CRV in on a New Mazda CX5 which blows away the Honda CRV in every way , surprised at how much we got for the CRV in trade
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J Looker, 08/10/2021
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Good Afternoon. I am a longtime Honda owner. Up until now I loved the brand and was very happy with all of my previously owned Hondas. Presently I own a 2017 CRV. The vehicle only has 27,000 miles on it. It has been properly maintained and was in pristine condition when suddenly the air conditioning started blowing hot air. I took the vehicle to the dealer (Rt. 23 Honda in Pompton, NJ) and was advised that the repair cost would be $1896. This is a relatively new vehicle and this type of problem should not be happening. In the past, with previously owned Hondas, if I had a problem after the warranty period and it was something that should not occur in a relatively new vehicle, the dealer would call Honda and deal with the problem and get the problem fixed at no charge to me. Not in this situation, Rt. 23 Honda gave me a number and told me I would have to deal with Honda on my own. I subsequently called Honda and was given a case number and was advised that someone would get back to me in about a week. Well, it’s now August, a month later and I have still not heard back from Honda. I have repeatedly tried contacting them and have left messages. No one from Honda has gotten back to me to date. Going on line I learned that the air conditioning problem is well known to the company and has been going on for years. How sad that company once known for an excellent product and excellent customer service has deteriorated into a company that ignores known defects and ignores their customers who are affected by these defects. In my mind this is fraudulent and unconscionable behavior. Honda’s reputation and goodwill is going down the toilet and Honda should be ashamed.
Its just a car
Juan, 07/08/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
The car is just an ok car there is not too much to it. The only benefit is anytime you go over 70mph you get a free body massage cause the vibrates so much we took it to the dealer and it’s something all new CRV do. We mostly get rid of it and get something else.
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Bad seating, noisy, got rid off for a Toyota
Terry, 12/27/2017
updated 06/27/2019
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Two years, 18000 miles, Car still drives well, reliable, good quality and very good gas milage, handles as good as expected but the front seating is very uncomfortable more so on the passenger side, especially for a long distance drive, it does not offer a lower back support, after an hour driving my back hurts, the road noise is terrible, one, the OEM Dunlop tires come with CAR is very noisy, two, due to the poor insulation on floor and door, engine show vibrating at idle at light. I feel safe driving, right side camera really a big help, in and out is easier than sedan. No mechanical issues, Japanese quality as expected. We finally had enough of poor seating comfort and road noise, we trade in for a Toyota Sienna, what a different in driving comfort in quiet cabin. NO MORE HONDA
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Miss C is awesome!!
Louise Braam, 08/24/2016
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I owned a 2014 Honda CRV and I'm loving the 2016 CRV even more!!! The phone system works great with my iPhone! All the new gadgets are so much fun to learn and the right hand turn signal camera is great to have.
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18 months in and loving it
Paul, 01/16/2019
updated 01/22/2024
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
We purchased this used with 19,000mi and found it just broken in. Great build in general, consistent with Honda quality. Only routine maintenance done, no surprises. It can get 26-28 mpg around town if you drive conservatively. Surprisingly, the mpg drops to about 24 when you keep it about 70-75 mph, probably due to the AWD and small 4 cyd engine. My other car is an 2012 Acura, but despite that common heritage, I did not think the steering wheel controls, or even the touch screen controls were intuitive. They seem to push you towards using your voice control to do everything (at least while driving, for "safety" sake) for navigation and that was VERY frustrating. The voice recognition software is just not good enough- at least not in during a noisy drive (which reminds me, it is noisier than my Acura, as expected, but I still think they could have quieted it down some. The lane warnings are occasionally inaccurate, which bugs me, but it is not terrible. As a follow up now, in 2024, it has needed no major maintenance. Still runs well.
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Don't do it!
Denise, 03/08/2017
2016 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The vibration issue is real!. After five months I began to feel the vibration especially when holding the brake while stopped at a light. It has gotten increasingly worse. Three trips to the service center to be told that this is normal. Shame on Honda. This problem outweighs any positive features.
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Luxury of a Cadillac in aMid size Honda CR-V Touri
Blaine Darrah, 09/19/2016
updated 03/27/2018
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
To get the owner features found in my Cadillac SRX I had to buy the CR-V touring. Like the ability to open my garage, good bluetooth connectivity with my iPhone. The new right side rear viewing camera is very handy during changing lanes.
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MY WONDERFUL NEW 2016 HONDA CRV
SHERRY COOK, 09/15/2016
updated 09/18/2017
2016 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
ONE WONDERFUL vehicle. drives like a pleasant dream. cruise resumes very gently and nicely, no gravity pull at all. Awesome graphic interface, turn up to full brightness and the display is sharp and clear and visible in any light. Simple graphics to operate. Back up camera has a lens in the passenger side so when you signal for right turn, you can see what's beside you in your blind spot. AWESOME. You can use that for parallel parking, too, to see how far from curb you are. WE LOVE THIS CAR. the wheels are GORGEOUS, too. The longer I own it, the more I love it.
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Nice features with some roughness
mcordell, 01/31/2020
2016 Honda CR-V SE 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
After three weeks of ownership on the 2016 Honda CR-V SE model I’ve got some short term impressions. The car handles very well and has a great turning radius. The smaller size makes it much easier to get into a parking space than my 2004 Honda Odyssey that I traded in. The electronics are fun with the I-Phone hookup, USB and aux connectors, and backup camera. The instrument cluster has a whole array of warning lights and information and you can even check the miles per gallon that you are getting. I like that this year’s model still has a CD player in it and a mechanical speedometer. The owner’s manual can be a little confusing because it has instructions for all of the different trims. Also I have yet to find the recommended service intervals in the manual. I was told just wait for the maintenance minder to come on. I like the way that the gear shifter goes straight up and down and doesn’t require a jog to get into the lower gears. The car has good pickup for a 4 cylinder and really doesn’t feel under powered. I got between 30 and 33 miles to the gallon on a recent trip. The visibility is really good all the way around and there is an extended view on the left side mirror that gives a wider range than usual so that the car in the next lane is visible in the mirror almost until they are right beside you. The trunk space is pretty large and the way the 2nd row seats fold in with a lever is really clever and easy on the back. The main disappointment that I have had to this point is the road noise and rough ride. I did not notice it so much on the test drive but it became more noticeable as I drove it more. The car is unforgiving in picking up the noise from the road surface and is bumpy if you are not on a perfectly smooth road such as concrete. When I complained to the dealer about the bumpiness they balanced the tires which helped some but said I cannot expect it to ride as smooth as my Odyssey because it is a smaller car and has a stiffer ride. I notice also that the car feels lightweight and most of the interior surfaces are plastic. Also there is a small vibration from the motor sometimes when I am at a stop light and some small engine chatter that I can hear. I would just suggest to try different cars out before deciding on this one and make sure that it is right for you. You may end up sticking with the CR-V but at least you will have some other models to compare it to.
Is it rude to call a Vehicle Junk?
RLCarr, 01/11/2020
2016 Honda CR-V SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
How about after having the transmission replaced at only 30,400 miles ! This is our second Honda to have the transmission replaced in the last six months ! I think that qualifies, in an unbiased manner... Junk ! It was bad enough that our last three Honda's needed new tires before accumulating 25,000 miles; our 2016 CR-V, my 2017 CR-V, and my 2018 Odyssey EX, all had severe tire issues. And they were rotated and cared for as needed. We have purchased 13 Honda's over the past 20 years, from the dame dealership in Cary,NC. It seems that recent models no longer live up to the quality standards of the past. We will buy no more Honda cars !
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The SUV that set the bar for ALL others
Jon T, 09/08/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Things to take into consideration when looking at the 2016 CR-V EX (middle trim level). Features, Safety and Reliability. The 2016 EX has it all. Smart Key entry, Lane Departure camera, Touchscreen Audio and Personalized Settings, 10way Power Driver Seat (including lower lumbar support adjustment), Tilt and Telescopic Steering, "3" info centers for driver viewing. Not another in it's class that is even close.
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Disappointed in our first Honda
W. Mathews, 12/24/2016
updated 12/28/2018
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
We have owned our 2016 CR-V for about 8 mos. In that time the windshield has cracked, mechanics failed to fully secure the oil filter so we had oil stains on our driveway -- and this was the first oil change for the car! The vibration at idle is excessive; the main data screen is dim at cold startup; the driver's window will briefly engage without warning (when fully up it continues to engage up). Finally, the tan seats are ridiculous! Even a sweating water bottle leaves an indelible water stain! Likely my only Honda vehicle. Meanwhile, my F150 just runs like a clock! Update: Have owned the car for 2 years now. Have been having continuous problem with the low tire pressure indicator giving false low tire warnings after replacing one tire - a very stressful thing for the driver when this happens. Dealer shrugs shoulders, makes lame excuses about how the sensors are not wheel mounted and one tire effects all others, taller new tire, etc. A new TSB just came out so hopefully it works. I put expensive neoprene seat covers on the seats to avoid the water stains. I remain unimpressed. Update: sold the CR-V and bought a 2018 Mazda CX-9. Now I am impressed. Better appointments, much better looking than the ho-hum Honda. And the Mazda performance is far superior. Glad to get rid of the Honda and never again.
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I guess I got the best on the lot
Todd Hutcheson, 03/16/2016
updated 09/24/2021
2016 Honda CR-V SE 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
I considered a few other cars, 2015 Nissan Rouge, 2016 Honda Fit and Versa. They had one 2016 CR-V AWD SE in Pearl Blue Special Edition. Absolutely the best ride, controls, looks, comfort, back-up camera, 17 inch wheels, tinted windows, security features and only 24 miles on it. Love at first sight, fit like a glove, 1 and 1 makes 1. I am so proud of my new CR-V AWD SE that I bought at Lynnwood Honda (north of Seattle), the radio, heater, wipers fold down seats with my all season floor mats and cargo mat in the back. Just... I am in tears. I drove junk for 18 years, this will be my last car and I made the correct choice. The Back-up Camera alone is worth the price. It has power when I need to pass and the Econ button saves me the gas. Some times when I get to where I am going... I just don't want to get out. And there is always the 'look back'. After 2 months I have not seen another Honda CR-V AWD SE in Pearl Blue Special Edition like mine. Happy happy happy. - Sincerely, Hutch It is now September 2018: Still the best ride, I give her a clean bath every two weeks. Drives great, smooth and great gas miles. No worries mate. Hutch One year later: The best, love my CR-V. I still do the 'look-back' when leaving it parked. March 2020- Still the best ride. Zero problems, always service it at my Honda dealer; oil, rotates tires etc.
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Love it!
Ann Simmons, 01/26/2016
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
I am a fan Honda products...have owned several and you cant beat their reliability. I was deciding between an Acura MDX and the Honda CRV Touring and absolutely loved the 2016 CRV...better value and all the features I was looking for. Have only had for a month and have no complaints.
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Worst buy, never go for Honda
TIlak, 10/22/2019
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
After days of research and internet browsings I bought the EX version of crv. From the day 1, I started having problem: whenever I drove downhill, it makes a loud sound until I descend down on the plain area. The outer plastic thing look so cheap and loose. In two years, the converter blew up and had to replace paying a hefty 2300 dollars. Now, there’s engine misfire. Before I fix it I will sell it and buy a RAV4 hybrid. I would never ever think of crv again. In fact, with all these issues, Iam so frustrated with crv that I don’t even wanna get in my car. [non-permissible content removed] Honda, you turned down all my expectations and my dream of driving a problem free car.
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Honda Quality has come down
Basheer, 11/15/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
16 of 20 people found this review helpful
I have new Honda CRV 2016. Quality of interiors is very poor. The car starts to vibrate within 10 minutes and it is very irritating. Has transmission issues and Electronics is outdated. Noise is very irritating. It has resale value just because of name "HONDA" but is not value for money/comfort what you pay for.
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Very Peppy
Ronald Wise, 04/07/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
13 of 16 people found this review helpful
I have had the CRV for a little over a month and 1,000 miles. Great handling, amazing engine and well thought out interior. My daily commute has 6 miles of city at the start, 40 miles of highway in the middle and 4 miles of city at the end (50 combined). The CRV has been averaging 29-30 mpg between fill ups. This is far and above the average of 22 mpg I was getting with my 2005 6 cylinder Ford Escape. Because I was used to a 6 cylinder engine, I was skeptical about going to a 4 cylinder. I was absolutely floored when I discovered that the gas pedal didn't have to be floored to achieve unbelievable acceleration. The fact is, I have to be mindful of my speed so as not to accidentally get a ticket. I have felt very little vibration while idling. The sound from the sound system is fantastic, but it does have small buttons and a quirky menu system, as others have stated. I still haven't figured out how to change the default time zone from Pacific to Eastern. My care came with 17" Bridgestone Dueler H/P tires, which are fantastic. So good in fact, I am dreading that day, 5 or 6 years down the road, when I'll have to replace them ($$$). I have experienced no technical problems to date. Any questions I have had regarding a function I have been able to find at the Honda website or from the CD owners manual that was provided (except how to change the freaking time zone). The back up camera is a nice standard feature and the right side camera automatically comes on when the right turn signal is engaged or can be turned on using the button a the end of the turn signal handle. Being able to manually engage the right camera is particularly useful when you want to see what is in the right lane, if you don't want to use your signal for whatever reason (no ninjas can sneak up on you in traffic). The climate control buttons/controls are large and easy to use, unlike the entertainment/information screen buttons. My model comes with heated seats, for which I have only the highest praise. My smartphone seamlessly connected to the bluetooth and the steering wheel mounted controls/voice recognition gives you true "hands free" communication. I hate telephones as a whole, but I was still impressed. I have been so happy and confident with my new vehicle, that my wife decided to check out the 2016 Honda Accord and ended up buying one because of styling and features. Up until the CRV , I had been a staunch Ford truck buyer and my wife a Toyota fanatic. We have both drank from the Honda Kool-aid cup and are happy we did.
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John S., 08/04/2016
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
Noisy engine, very loud at higher RPMs. CVT keeps the engine in higher RPMs. Not a fan of the transmission with this engine. The interior is roomy and I like the control placement, but lots of air and tire noise can be heard inside making it difficult to have discussions from back seat. I do not recommend the CR-V based on the harsh sounds from engine, tires, and highway noise. I purchased a new 2016 Hyundai Tuscan Limited instead of the CR-V Touring. The Hyundai is quieter and has a smooth ride with lots of options, better warranty.
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Happy CRV Owner
Mike Kane, 09/28/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
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Another disappointing Honda
tr roach, 04/30/2016
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
I expected better from the top shelf trim line. The control knobs and surfaces are cheap. Transmission just slides no shifting involved, being that it is a cvt, not a fan. Don't try to tune or adjust radio and climate controls while driving, collision possibilities are increased markedly with the tiny buttons. Can not comment on reliability too new. Ride is decent, handling should be better. Cargo area is handy. At 32k purchase price I am not impressed but wife is happy. All together should have gone with the Acura RDX.
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Love it!
Loren West, 06/13/2016
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I have owned a 2010, 2014 and now the 2016 CR-V. The 2016 is the best yet! There are plenty of higher cost options, roomier SUV's but when considering my needs, value and total cost of ownership, this is an excellent vehicle. Very open at rear access allows hauling of many larger items. Would like the option for another engine but I am in flat terrain and the 4 cylinder is pretty peppy and meets my needs. Solid, quality and great re-sale value.
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So happy we chose the CR-V EX!
MCJ, 05/13/2016
2016 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
The Honda CR-V's spacious interior and comfort is great. Love the side view camera that shows a wide view when changing lanes. Just packed the college student up and it held A LOT more than expected. Great car in every way!
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Brenda Millet, 09/14/2016
updated 03/15/2018
2016 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love my Honda SUV. At first the programming of the navigation system was very challenging. I finally understand how to use it. It handles very well on the road. It is very comfortable. My current challenge is programming it to read my text messages. When I first bought it, it would read my text messages but now it won't
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Great vehicle except for a couple of things......
anita, 10/08/2018
2016 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
If you're looking for comfort, reliability, cargo space, and road trip ease of handling, this is a great vehicle. My only complaints after owning it for 2 years are that 1. poor handling in mountain driving curves and tight corners. As my son said "it handles like a brick"....translation mini van on a smaller scale. 2. Bluetooth audio is poor quality and inconsistent in it's functioning. 3. Radio controls are cheap looking and feeling.
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