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Never wanted a crv
Anugent, 03/02/2017
updated 03/05/2020
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
208 of 217 people found this review helpful
Update 2019. at 64000 miles big problems. fuel injectors had to be replaced. doing some research fand it appears that this is a very common, serious issue with 17 and 18 models. site after site with exactly the same issue.. fuel smell, then engine issues, all to do with the oil being compromised by fuel.... whatever the case, it appeared to be serious issue that had potential to have compromised the engine. dealer claimed no knowledge of issues even though there were 100s of exact stories on line. more research showed that it looks like this issue was fixed in the 19 and on crvs. we really, really loved this car. so... we traded for a 19... hope it doesn't come back to bite us.. drove everything out there, mazda, ford, toyota, Hyundai... didnt even look at the 16 crv... freind had one... not interested. Then saw a bit online about the 17... so i thought i would wait till it came out before buying... all the pro reviews were exceptional.. well the day it was available in the us i drove one. And... bought it. I love it. Beautiful car. Extraordinary interior. Turbo is awesome. Technology is kinda mind blowing... love the auto headlights. Android auto works extremely well. Today.. i got 38 mpg on a 70 mile trip... averaging 32 combined. Awesome car. 17,000 mile update: Still love it. Great power, great mileage, getting better than the 32 combined, we will see what winter brings. Only real complaint i have about the car is the exterior. The paint is extremely fragile compared to any car i have every had, As is the glass, chips galore. Have had some issues with rattles and squeeks.. but the dealership worked hard to fix them... at least the ones that have happened... have another one starting...but Still would buy it again. 25k update. Lots of tech issues and electronic problems and squeeks. Most fixable, some not... i guess some of thats should be expected with a first year model. Still love the car.
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Buyer beware
Harley Morse, 08/11/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
98 of 102 people found this review helpful
I like everything about the car except that at freeway speeds there is a lot of wind noise. So much that you need to turn up the radio and speak louder. We only have 4000 miles on our car and have contacted Honda several times. Finally, they that that was just the way the car was made. Before you pay $35 thousand dollars for one of these 2017 models make sure you drive it at freeway speeds and can tolerate the noise.
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CR-V never Again
Louie, 10/13/2018
updated 02/06/2020
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
26 of 26 people found this review helpful
1, the factory tires are noisey and ride hard, played with air press. finally replaced with Michelin 2, you hear the exhaust all the time while I accelerate 3, the biggie we had the honda 1.5 years it has the 1.5 turbo engine its peppy and gives good gas mileage, but it has a issue with oil dilution with gasoline,i called Honda American and they are aware of the problem and working on it. the car has 8150 miles and the oil was changed 3 times i am a engineer and worry about the oil and gas mixing and not able to properly lube all the internal parts so for now i have the oil change often. the ride is ok but note great ,we bought the best one a Touring model so it was not cheap. I will keep it for awhile to see what Honda does then if nothing I will trade it in for another Brand. Nov. 2018 Honda contacted me and said currently they are repairing only the CR-V in the cold states, keep checking my oil and if it goes up again have it changed. what a waste of oil and my Time!! 2-4-19 update, I sold the car in Nov.2018 with 8400 miles on it and bought another brand , no more Honda for me! these are more problems,the cruise control was not accurate did not maintain the set speed, several times we were driving and the collision alert would come on with no car in front of us and once it applied the brakes, there is a recall for the wiring harness in the steering collumn! there have been wrecks and even the airbag deplyment on people!last year 2019 Honda sent me a letter to have my Honda repaired for the oil problem and I called them and said i sold the CRV
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Nice SUV with major engine problem
First time Honda owner, 04/09/2018
updated 09/08/2020
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
93 of 97 people found this review helpful
During the first 3000 miles I would have rated the CRV excellent in most categories. It is comfortable and roomy for both myself at over 6 feet tall, and my wife at 5 feet tall. The acceleration and gas mileage (25mpg around town) are both very good. I miss having a heated steering wheel and vented seats, which are not available on the CRV. However, at 3200 miles a serious engine problem showed up. At 70mph the car suddenly slowed, lost power, the check engine light came on, and multiple electrical systems reported malfunctions in the dash display. The car was towed to the Honda dealer and diagnosed with excess gas (approximately one quart) in the oil. The oil and filter was changed as a temporary solution, and a tech line case was opened with Honda. I was told at this time there is no permanent recall or fix. I was advised that this is a known problem in cold climates where the car is used for short drives and does not warm up completely. Since then I have learned that all CRVs with the 1.5 liter turbocharged engine have been recalled in China for the same problem. If you live in a cold climate I would not recommend this car at this time. I am submitting this update nine months after the original gas in the oil problem. There is still no fix from Honda. We have had one month of cold weather in Pennsylvania and the oil level is already one half inch above the maximum level on the dipstick. I am taking the car back for another oil change as this is the only remedy currently available. February 2019 - A software fix to the fuel injectors was applied two months after my last review update to fix the gas in oil problem. I won't know if the problem is really fixed until we get cold weather again. In warm weather the car continues to perform very well. February 2020. The software fix did not work. After 4000 miles and two months of winter weather the oil level was 3/4 inch over the maximum mark on the dip stick. I had the oil changed to prevent a repeat of the original problem where we were stranded along the road waiting for a tow truck. Honda will not pay for the oil changes. I filed another complaint with Honda and the initial email said I would receive a response in three days. It has now been three weeks and I have not gotten a response from them yet. September 2020 - After talking to a Honda representative and the local service manager it looks like there is no additional "fix" coming from Honda. The only response I have gotten is that I need to change the oil more often in cold weather, and the engine warranty has been extended one year. Not a solution.
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Beware of major problem with Honda CRV 1.5L turbo
Stephen, 11/04/2018
updated 05/06/2019
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
152 of 160 people found this review helpful
Purchased a new 2017 CRV with the 1.5 L 4 cylinder turbo engine. Over the last six months or so noticed the smell of gas fumes in the cabin when I started the ignition. These fumes would dissipate after a minute or so. The gas fumes have become more noticeable over time. Also noticed that my oil level was running high despite not having added any extra oil. I had read about problems on the internet with this engine and fuel/oil mixing problems---i.e. the smell of unburned gas in the cabin, high oil levels, etc... The dealership informed me today that I do indeed have this problem---they found gas mixed with the engine oil. Solution? None. They offered no help and said Honda has not yet even acknowledged the problem. So, in the short term all I can do is change the oil very frequently to try to protect the engine from being destroyed and hope that Honda owns up to the problem and offers some kind of fix. And no, the dealership was not willing to pay for the more frequent oil changes. From a health standpoint, one has to wonder about the effects of noxious hydrocarbons in the cabin----even if one cannot smell gas, that is no guarantee that hydrocarbon levels in the cabin are safe with the windows closed. What am I supposed to do---drive with the windows open all winter? This is a very serious problem. I feel like I've been ripped off. 5/4/19 UPDATE Never got any follow up back from Honda USA on this problem. No calls, no communication, nothing. They refuse to acknowledge that there is a major problem. I live in Colorado which apparently is felt to be a "warm weather" state (???) and was never offered the software "fix". The dealership has never followed up ( Freedom Honda in Colorado Springs) but are more than willing to send me offers on new Hondas. All the while my oil levels kept rising as gas contaminated the oil. Solution: I traded the CRV in for a Subaru Outback and am very pleased. Never buying another Honda car again. The company is duplicitous and is hoping that be ignoring this problem it will just go away.
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Fuel in oil!
Robert N. Bryant, 11/03/2018
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
54 of 56 people found this review helpful
Do not buy this vehicle. The engine is pumping gasoline into the oil crankcase. It's not about cold weather or short drives either. Honda is lying. I have a heated garage and this happened in the summer and I drive over 45 minutes highway miles, non stop each day. The dealership will not take action or fix the problem. Long term, the engine will not last.
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Not for cold climates
Frosty, 01/31/2018
updated 08/02/2018
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
23 of 23 people found this review helpful
Updating this review because I now have the gas in oil issue. No fix yet from Honda. If they can't figure it out in my opinion they shouldn't be selling the 1.5 turbo. The rest of my review remains the same. If the temperature is under 5 or 10 degrees f. the engine absolutely will not warm up. I can run it for five minutes and then make my 10 minute drive to work and the heat indicator barely starts to show. At negative temperatures it's miserable to drive because the interior never warms up. The dealer tells me they are all like this and say to leave your fan on low, crank the heat to high and don't use the auto-start. Not so easy to do when you live where it's sub zero for half the winter. Only other problem so far is my phone won't stay paired, that may be a phone issue. I actually like most things about the car but I gave a 3 star rating because the operating temperature problem is just not acceptable. Hope they eventually admit there's a problem and find a fix for it.
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opensky1, 06/03/2017
updated 12/06/2017
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
125 of 132 people found this review helpful
I wrote my first review based on test drives. I bought the Touring model, loaded, and even added back up sensors and other accessories. I couldn't get what I wanted in my home town, so I bought it in another town while staying with my Aunt and Uncle. They loved it so much they went and bought the exact same car except for the color! I traded in my 2017 Mustang convertible for it (at a huge loss - 58% after 7 mos.), but it was worth it. The Mustang was great in every way except one - I couldn't get out of it. I am a retired senior (68) and it was taking a toll on my joints. My aunt also has knee problems and loved how easy the CR-V is to get in and out of. They traded in a Lincoln Town Car on it, and my uncle appreciates the large number speedometer. This car has a luxury feel, rides smooth and quiet, and has all the driver assist features that I want of the available ones except for a front parking sensor. It is amazing in rush hour stop & go traffic, great in rain. I expect to have it a long time. I think most seniors would benefit from this car, EX model and higher. I wrote about testing the competition (RAV4, CX-5, Escape, Forester, etc.) and there is no comparison for me. Give it a test drive next to other similar ones lilsted above in the same day! Then you will know where you want to spend your time and cruise the blacktop. For me, CRV was a major standout.
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Don't believe all they hype
KMcAdam, 02/03/2018
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
46 of 48 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2017 Honda CRV Touring AWD in June 2017. The day I went to take delivery the salesman was doing his walk around with me and showing me how to operate the car. They were all ready to let me drive off the lot when I pointed out that the drivers seat bolster was malformed and deflated. The mechanic comes out and says they never saw anything like that. So I take the car home and make an appointment to drop it off so they can disassemble the seat to find out what is wrong. After 3 days they get the parts and put the seat back together. I go to pick it up. They seat is ok. Not perfect and the nice tan leather interior is covered in black greasy hand prints. So they bring another guy out to clean it. Which should have been done before I even got there. Fast forward 6 months and it is time for the 5000 mile check up and oil change. I tell them I have been hearing lifter noises and a strange whining from the transmission. After an hour in the waiting room they take me out to the garage to show me the underneath of new car covered in some kind of fluid that is leaking from somewhere under the motor. They don't know what kind of fluid it is. So I have to leave my car while they try to figure out what is wrong with it. A week later I get a call saying they think it is oil and it is the rear main seal. They tell me it was probably like that since my last change, at which time I point out that this is the first oil change on my new car so they say it was probably installed wrong at the factory and has been leaking like that since I got it new off the lot. They also tell me they don't know what they sounds are that I was hearing. So I guess I was hearing things! 3 weeks later they finally have the car back together and are going to drive it for 50 miles and make sure that there is no more leak. I opened up a case with Honda Motor Corp. because I have serious doubts about the reliability of this vehicle since it has been like this since the factory how do I know what kind of damage it has suffered internally? They mechanics say they didn't see any metal chips in the oil but I still don't trust them. I will be getting rid of this car. I don't trust. Honda Quality has gone right done the toilet.
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Mainstreaming Easy Driving
thdave, 01/09/2017
updated 07/09/2018
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
123 of 131 people found this review helpful
The nice steering of this vehicle sets it apart a bit from the RAV4 and Outback, the other two vehicles I shopped. It feels small when driving due to its ease of maneuvering and parking yet it is large inside the vehicle. The engine is very strong. It has great tire grip and traction in the snow. I really like using the electronic brake next to the transmission, as it allows you to take your foot off the brake pedal after you have stopped. Most significantly, the adaptive cruise control works great on the road and in city traffic. It smoothly follows other vehicles to keep the same space between cars, it brakes smoothly and appropriately when the car in front brakes, it "resumes" (you tap "resume" if you have come to a complete stop for longer than 2 sec) or accelerates and follows after the car in front very nicely, too. This reduces driving frustrations and I instead feel like I just cooperate with traffic. This brings us closer to self-driving cars. That said, the lane assist works most of the time but not all of the time. You have to make certain it's working before you take your hands off the wheel for whatever reason.
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I Fit!
William Woodruff, 03/07/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
I am 6feet 2inches tall and the cabin does not feel cramped, my legs fit and I feel like I,m riding high off the road. I did not expect these impressions in a "small" SUV and now I get significant MPG improvement (was driving Nissan Murano) and don't give up the larger car feel. Happy!
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A 30 Year Honda Man ...
Paul F, 02/25/2019
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
31 of 32 people found this review helpful
I loved this vehicle … my story: Purchased my 2017 Honda CR-V Touring in Black with Black Interior on Dec 30, 2016. I wanted a Red CR-V was not in love with the Molten Lava (Orangish Red) or the Basque Red Pearl (Maroonish) so we settled on the Crystal Black Pearl. I soon was adoring Black Beauty and added expensive accessories like the Interior Accent Lighting, Illuminated Door Sills, Fender Accents, Body Side Moldings, Rear Panel Protectors, Cargo Tray, Splash Guards, Wheel Locks and Blue Logo All Season Floor Mats. We also own a 2010 Honda CR-V EX-L that currently has approximately 66K and has given us no problems. I have been a Honda owner and advocate of Honda since 1989 when I purchased my first Honda, an Accord in Beige with Flip Up Headlights. I also have my two sons in Hondas, a 2014 Honda Civic EX-L Nav and a 2015 Honda Accord EX-L. I had to trade in at that time a Pontiac Grand Am that was having issues with deceleration when reducing speed through braking when decreasing from highway speeds. Since that time, we have owned a 1997 Honda Accord LX, a 1999 Honda Odyssey (trans issues-slipping from Drive to Neutral) which was traded in for a 2002 Odyssey (new engine), a 2005 Honda CR-V EX, 2008 Honda CR-V EX-L (Glacier Blue), 2010 CR-V EX-L (Urban Titanium) and finally the 2017 Honda CR-V Touring. My father and sister have purchased multiple Hondas over the past 10 years because of my belief in Honda. As I sat looking for the 2019 Honda CR-V colors, YouTube showed me a video of 2017-2018 Honda CR-Vs and an Oil Dilution Problem. Hmmm. I began to view and then began to read one after another consumer review indicating that all the Turbo 1.5L Earthdreams Engines are a mess (also, check your Civics and Accords – same issue). I couldn’t believe it. I stepped into my garage, looked at Black Beauty and pleaded “please no?” I popped the hood, pulled the dipstick, cleaned it, put it back in, pulled it and found the level was above the Maximum line. I smelled the stick and bam-Gas in Oil. November 28, 2018. 8501 miles. I saw where updates to software and a replacement of the A/C Control Unit. This was Honda’s “FIX” for the 2017 & 2018 CR-Vs and the soon to be and now released 2019 Honda CR-V (turbo engine). I held out hope that this would correct the problem. I had the fix performed in December 2019 (PA). Well, it didn’t work. Gas is still accumulating in my oil. I only used the car for two drives to work per week from Jan 2017 to Jun 2018. All other drives were mostly 80 mile drives to the Jersey shore. To add insult to injury, the tiny original battery that comes with the car died in my garage on Jan 23, 2019, a week before I began shopping for a new vehicle. Battery life of 2 years. In January 2019, I received appraisals ranging from $24,500 to $27,500 for my CR-V. I carefully reviewed information and test drove multiple SUV Crossovers. In February 2019 and after 30 years of only owning Hondas (1989-2019), we traded in a great SUV with a lemon engine and purchased a 2019 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring in SOUL RED Crystal Metallic and have now put the nightmare engine to sleep. I would recommend doing the same as soon as possible if it’s feasible. As you can see “#HONDA”, you have lost a huge customer and advocate of your vehicles because you won’t stand behind YOUR mistakes. This engine will cost you in the long run as people will flock AWAY from Honda products.
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Don’t Purchase! Gasoline in Engine Crankcase
Not Happy, 03/18/2018
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
65 of 69 people found this review helpful
I started smelling fuel in the interior and exterior of the vehicle after 6 mos of ownership. My CRV has been to the dealer 4 times without resolution. Gas is getting into the oil pan (oil dilution). This is a very common failure on these vehicles. I strongly recommend that you review 2017-2018 CRV Facebook page.
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Great interior, looks, and tech - a few minor issu
MDCRVOwner, 01/10/2017
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
135 of 146 people found this review helpful
We have owned three Honda vehicles, including a Honda Pilot, before we switched to Ford for the last two cars that we owned. After reading reviews of the CRV and drooling over pics, we purchased a 2017 CRV Touring AWD three days ago. I wanted something very practical (so I can sit in traffic in comfort) with good fuel economy and the CRV really delivers. Among the positives - the interior is well appointed and sized really well (it feels just a bit smaller than our old Pilot, but not cramped in any way). The tech on the vehicle is excellent including the Apple CarPlay and the adaptive cruise control. I also really like the styling on the vehicle. I always thought the previous generation CRVs looked a little uhhh...frumpy. They have done a great job in moving to more of a true SUV look with the vehicle and I really like it. Handling is excellent and body roll is minimal. On the negatives power is a little wimpy (I'm coming from a 280 HP sedan), but adequate and I'm fine with it considering the fuel economy. One thing that bugs me a little is that the fan on the heat/air conditioning is pretty loud, especially when the car is first started and is coming to temperature. It is loud enough that people on the phone have trouble hearing me. I just turn down the fan while I'm on the phone. I also had one instance where the nav system did not boot fully. It came up to the blue Honda background, but no icons appeared, not even the home icon...nothing. I therefore had no way to tune the radio or use the climate controls. At the next stop light, I shut the car down and started again. Still no icons on the screen. At the next light, I shut down again and waited for the H on the driver's screen to completely disappear. I restarted and this time the nav system fully booted and I was able to use normal functions. This has happened one time out of the three days that I have owned the car. I alerted the dealer to this issue and will continue to track it. Even with this minor issue, I can say that over the three days that I have owned the CRV, my opinion of this vehicle has increased. It is a total package combining a great interior, exterior, technology and fuel efficiency into a very practical vehicle. Would buy again without hesitation. Update: After a week of ownership, I have had no further issues with the Nav system. Also, with more moderate outdoor temperatures later in the week, the climate control system has not had to work as hard and therefore fan noise inside the CRV has been much lower.
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All Good Until I checked my Oil
ziggy, 05/21/2018
updated 05/26/2020
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
58 of 62 people found this review helpful
Like I said all was good until I checked my oil for the first time. I found the reading to be an inch above the fill dot on the stick, I called the dealer and they had me come in. They were fair about an acknowledged that Honda was having problems with gas getting into the oil on 1.5 Turbos. They esitmated I had 33 % of my oil was gas. I was informed that Honda has no fix and to watch my oil level. So my review is be careful about the new CRV's 1.5 T....and check your oil. I'm assuming this is a big problem from futher investigation on the internet. ( follow up) they did the fix but I still smell gas....I will be selling the CRV
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Honda cost of ownership higher than toyota
John R, 06/14/2017
updated 06/23/2023
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
118 of 128 people found this review helpful
2023 update. As time goes by, I am less satisfied with the CRV, especially compared to the Toyota RAV4 we also own. Higher per maintenance cost and random failures of the adaptive cruise control system make me wish I bought a different brand. Also the local dealer (Walser Honda) is not as good as the local Toyota dealer. 2022 update. Have owned my CRV for over 5 years. Overall it’s a nice vehicle, but I am disappointed in the cost of ownership. We also own a 2016 Toyota RAV4. The regular maintenance cost of the CRV is significantly higher than the RAV4. From cheap oem tires to frequent fluid changes, it will cost you several hundred dollars a year more to own a CRV. Also disappointed in the local dealership that tries to upsell services every time I take it in for an oil change. While I like the CRV, this will be my last Honda. After some initial problems with the active safety electronics, the car has been great. The original tires needed replacement before 30k miles, which was disappointing. I also own a Toyota RAV4, and the maintenance cost of the CRV is significantly higher. Overall I am pleased with the CRV, and will consider getting another when I am ready to buy again.
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Our First Honda
Warren Mauterer, 03/15/2017
updated 09/17/2020
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
63 of 68 people found this review helpful
My wife decided to sell her 2009 Toyota Avalon and wanted to purchase a new car. We both really liked and enjoyed the Avalon but wanted a car that would sit up higher. My car is a 2014 Toyota Prius, which is our car used mostly around town. So, since we were loyal Toyota owners, we went to the local Toyota dealership and test drove the 2017 Limited RAV4 hybrid. We had assumed that it would be an easy choice to get another Toyota with that being the RAV4. However, we found the RAV2 was a little cramped inside, not particularly comfortable and felt like the cabin was not finished well. For example, it had softex covering the seats instead of leather. There was nothing about this car that wowed us. So, we then decided to test drive a 2017 Honda CRV mainly because of the insistence of our daughter, who has owned several Hondas. Well to make a long story short, we found the Honda CRV to be the perfect car since it was very comfortable with leather seats and roomy. We also like the layout of the dash. After contacting a number of Honda dealerships, we chose Hendrick Honda in Charleston, SC. Our salesman, Sam Latto not only gave us a great deal, but was never pushy and only offered us exactly what we wanted which was a blue 2017 Honda CRV EX-L. Everyone at Hendrick Honda was very courteous and helpful. This car is the best car that we have ever owned. It is a real pleasure to drive this car, particularly on the highway. Since I am a Prius owner, I know how to drive the Honda CRV in order to get good mileage. After just 3 fill-us, we are averaging around 28 MPG in town and around 39 MPG on the highway. The technology upgrade is fantastic and we both love the safety features. The Apple CarPlay is very handy and makes driving even more pleasurable. We highly recommend this vehicle and Hendrick Honda for your next car. To update our review, we have now had our CR-V for just over 19 months now and are just as pleased with this purchase. It continues to get excellent gas mileage and is very comfortable to drive.
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noonanse@gmail.com, 04/27/2017
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
Overall the car is pretty nice, but here are a few downsides: 1) Stereo is pretty bad and our Touring model supposedly has the upgraded sound system; 2) Safety tech is okay but overrated, radar based cruise control is what I find most useful but it has its quirks; 3) Road noise could be better, I will probably add some additional sound deadening to the doors and floor once the warranty expires.
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Great ride and value
Very satisfied crv owner, 07/26/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
Honda has stepped up the crv with its styling, features and safety. One test drive and the explanation of all the standard features and we were sold. The EX with the turbo is all you need unless you really need leather seats,navigation or roof racks.Your phones navigation can be connected and it works great. The adaptive cruise control and lane centering features make driving relaxing(it practically drives itself). Drove from Ct to Florida and back with a loaded vehicle at 70-75mph and averaged about 37mpg. Touch screen is easy to see and use. Traded in a 2014 Toyota Camry se and my auto insurance actually dropped in price. Only negative Honda had no incentives or financing specials, but it is still a great value. No other SUV in this price range or higher can compete with this crv, I checked them all out.
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bad customer service
Deb, 09/05/2017
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
32 of 34 people found this review helpful
Look closely at paint especially the lift gate....underneath mine had like paint bubbles or runs and now it is chipping off...found several on lots with the same thing...just have not chipped off yet....customer service was the worst...don't expect help from corporate because they do not care...I have owned several Honda's and asked them if they were ok with the fact that they would lose me as a customer...and they had no concern
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Traded It In... 6 months in.
Beth, 05/12/2018
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
32 of 34 people found this review helpful
We purchased a 2017 CRV Touring AWD in October 2017 after our 2016 Prius was stolen and totaled. We bought the CRV as we live in Chicago and thought we would enjoy the AWD features and the historical reliability of Honda. However, a few months in... in the dead of winter... we started having significant heating problems and fuel smell in the cabin. We did not think much of it until we realized the the turbo engine has a problem with oil dilution which can cause a myriad of other problems. In total, in the few months we had the CRV, we had problems with heating, sluggish acceleration, fuel smells in the cabin, needing (full synthetic) oil changes every approx 2,500 miles, and shaking at high speeds, and all our of safety features disengaging during the worst of weather without reason. Despite requesting support from Honda, Honda is not recognizing any of our issues as valid despite repeated requests, case numbers, and more. With that said, we said -- enough is enough -- and in May 2018, we will have officially traded our CRV for something much more reliable. Don't let the Honda name fool you, this vehicle is one heck off of a headache. We are currently getting approx 22pmg. This car costs way too much money for these kind of troubles.
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very good overall except for the seats
Doug Burkhart, 05/05/2017
updated 05/20/2022
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD w/Navigation (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
I test drove a 2016 CRV and thought the driver seat was very comfortable but the ride wasn't so comfortable. Then I drove a 2017 CRV and thought the ride and quietness were better and I didn't really notice the seat. Driving around town the driver seat is ok, but when I drive out of town I get a low backache. I've tried adjusting the seat several times, but it is too soft and non-supportive. I called Honda and told them. They said to get a seat cushion but didn't recommend any. It is a shame they put a lot of good stuff in this car but skimped on the seats. Also, there is no cd player but I'm told that is the trend now. 11/12/17 It is still a very good car. I've had no problems with it. My only complaints are the driver's seat is too soft and no cd player. 05/15/18 It is still a very good car. The only problem I had was an animal crawled up in the engine compartment and died. So there was a bad smell. I took it to Honda and they changed the cabin filter. It helped but there still is a smell when I start the car I would like to get rid of. 05/18/21 I've had problems with batteries going dead and had to replace the battery twice (fall of 2018 and winter of 2021). There are also some glitches in the screen I told the Honda dealer about--like messages that I don't understand. They checked the software and it was up to date, so they didn't do anything about them. 5-19-22 No major issues with my car. I have been frustrated a few times by the navigation system however. It seems to get lost at times.
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2017 CR V…love it
Jim M T, 09/17/2017
updated 03/28/2024
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
3/27/24—65000 miles—-not one problem since day one. Hard to think why I would not buy another CRV in the future. The Hyundai Tuscon hybrid is the only other car I would consider at the $40k price point. It comes with many more bells and whistles, but recent reports claim the real MPG is much lower than stated. Maybe the ‘25 model year might be better………55000 miles 3/26/23–car does not disappoint in any way—size, fuel consumption, structural integrity. No mechanical problems after 6 yrs of ownership . Might consider a new Hybrid CRV in the future , but no rush at the moment 51000 miles and still love the car. Took a 400 mi trip past week and got 38mpg!!! I would like a new car, but why ? Four years of ownership , no problems, great gas mileage. Next car might be the CR V hybrid. Mar 23,2021–after 45000 miles I still love the car and have had no problems. At 30k I put on a new set of Michelin tires, and had car serviced at dealer every 5k. Will switch to my local mechanic for the next service. Would buy the car again........2018>>The car is 6 months old and I am still loving it. Would recommend it to anyone who wants a small SUV.. I never owned an SUV and never wanted one!!!!. My VW Golf (loved it!!!)lease was coming to an end and l looked at Mini Cooper, Mazda 3 and Impreza with an eye to getting something with a little more room ,yet fun to drive. The 2018 Crosstrek caught my eye since it was built on the 2017 Impreza platform with great reviews and a cargo area designed to meet our nee Update: After one year of ownership I had no problems with the car and still enjoy driving it every day. 27,000–after two years of ownership I still love the car. No problems. The Michelin tires need to be replaced this winter for best all wheel traction. Local tire shop suggested Defender tire when I replace the Premier tires. Premiers wear quickly in first 30,000 miles, but will go another 10-15k if not driven in snow. Defender are rated much better. March 23,2020—still give the car a 10 rating after 33,000. Replaced tires with Michelin Defender which are great. Mileage continues to be in low 30’s most of the time except in very cold weather which is to be expected.
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Everything I Wanted and More!
RN, 06/01/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I have always owned small , economy cars, mostly Toyota Corollas. In 2008 I purchased a Civic, which I was still driving until purchasing this new CR-V . I love technology and gadgets and I was interested in a car with more up to date features. I also needed something with a little more room, so I test drove and researched a variety of SUVs. I chose the CR-V based on the excellent reviews , resale values, reliability, safety and price. All I can say is that this vehicle is amazing. The first day I picked it up we had a severe storm. I drove on the highway for hours in a downpour and was alerted when someone tried to pass too closely. The beeping startled me but it also saved me from an accident. The side mirrors light up and alarms go off. I was also very happy with the way it held the road and felt sound. Last week as I was backing out of my driveway someone came around our nearby corner too quickly. Again the alarm went off as I was within a few inches it seemed of being hit. A few times after late nights at work I have forgotten a turn signal or drifted a bit. The steering wheel vibrates and more alarms. It is so smart and works hard to keep you safe. The camera view is excellent but I still have to do it the old fashioned way. I have driven it for a month now and have been getting 28-30 MPG in mixed traffic. It runs smoothly, quietly and is a pleasure to drive, even in the economy mode. I admit that I am not driving for performance and am happy to see the green light. I love everything about my new CR-V. I was going to keep the Civic as I love that too but this vehicle makes me want to sell the Civic. I am trying to figure out some day trips just so I can drive my new vehicle more! The only thing I can say is frustrating is that the lift gate adjustment keeps resetting back to full height. The seat also remembers my setting but when I get out I move the seat back because I am short and drive up close to the wheel. It moves the seat back up before I get in..so if I leave it back when I get out, I cant get back in because it pushes the seat up close to the wheel, before I am seated. Of course these are small things and could be my user error. Great Vehicle...you will not go wrong with a CR-V.
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Thinking of naming my CR-V Rusty
Rob W, 02/24/2018
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
2017 CR-V Touring starting to rust after half a winter. Chrome trim on tail gate, exhaust trim, and along bottom of doors ($1400 in parts) is noticeably corroding after the first 6 weeks of winter. Schomp Honda (CO) and Honda America both say the observed corrosion is caused by magnesium chloride applied to the roads and is not the result of defective material performance because it's due to "outside and unforeseeable influences." Aren't all parts of the vehicle subject to "outside influences" the moment you drive it off the lot? And if those parts begin to fail within a few months then there is something wrong. Dealer and Honda admitted that they've seen this corrosion on many other Honda vehicles. Honda knows that mag-chloride has been used since mid 1990s, so shouldn't they have designed parts that wouldn't corrode halfway through the first winter? In fact, some chrome parts (front grille) are not corroding yet and appear to be designed or treated differently. After owning Honda cars for about 35 years I'm extremely dissatisfied with Schomp dealer and Honda and will never buy a Honda again.
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Loaded with safety features and loving it!
RichNYC07, 08/16/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
19 of 20 people found this review helpful
Owned my 2017 CR-V EX for about 2 months now and been really happy with it so far. Got over 3,300 miles on it with no issues. Fuel economy has been great so far and the cap-less gas tank is really convenient. I had to replace my 2012 Acura MDX after an accident and was worried that I would miss the larger and more powerful vehicle but after driving the CR-V, I was very happy with the performance. I also currently own a 2010 CRV and the 2017 is a huge improvement over the older models. If you're looking for advanced safety features, then be sure to give the CRV a try.
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26000 miles finally figured out that gas in oil
Nicholas, 02/01/2017
updated 02/05/2019
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV w/Navigation (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
90 of 101 people found this review helpful
Update 2/1/19 figured out that gas is mixing with and have always noticed oil is very high on dipstick and runny oil smells of gas. Contacted dealer said there is a open recall on this problem and is a software update and got an appointment to do this. Scared its not going to help. Dont recommend this engine.
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No longer have this car. Good riddance.
Ted Stanfield, 09/12/2017
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2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Our CRV is just over three years old. Purchased new. We have put around 77,000 miles on it so far. The fuel economy is good. There is a lot of cargo space and the visibility out from the drivers seat is excellent. It has decent acceleration and holds the road well on paved and snow packed roads, but is somewhat unstable on on gravel or loose dirt. The traction control system has got us stuck in mud and snow both. If traction control is on, rocking the vehicle is quite problematic and it is impossible to get full power to the wheels. We now shut traction control and the fuel economizer off any time we are in snow or mud. The tire pressure monitors seem to get out of sync very easily which means you have to stop and go through the calibration process every couple of weeks. In December 2019 we experienced an extremely dangerous situation with our CRV. The bushing in the passenger side rear stabilizer bar became worn and unknown to us, fell out. That allowed the rear axle excessive front to back motion on one side and put excessive strain on the passenger side front McPherson strut severly damaging that. While negotiating a curve on a two lane road, the vehicle suddenly started zig-zagging violently from the shoulder across into the oncoming lane. It did that about three cycles before I got it stopped. I could see no obvious reason for the malfunction. Tires were fine, steering appeared normal. We drove very slowly into town and took it to the dealer. The service tech test drove it and came back white and shaking saying it put him completely off the road. The dealership repaired it, replacing the bushing and the front strut at a cost of around $600. The analysis was that this vehicle should not spend much time on gravel or other unpaved road. We were assured when making the purchase that our living at the end of 9 miles of gravel road would be perfectly fine and the vehicle was made for that. We are very concerned and are actively looking for a replacement before the driver's side rear stabilizer goes out and causes a serious accident. The interior noise levels are unacceptable. Compared with our previous vehicle, a 2013 Ford Escape, the noise level in the cab is terrible. At highway speeds, the road noise drowns out the sound system, so the Sirius and AM-FM radio are virtually useless. We have given up trying to use voice commands on the bluetooth phone link system. No matter how much we used it, the system could not recognize our commands, even basic things like "Call Carl at home" would get a long list of improbable possibilities among which to choose. We are both native English speakers and had NO problems with the SYNC system in the Escape. Did I mention that the noise levels in the cab are higher than any semi or dump truck I've ever driven ? The driver's display is pretty complex and can be very distracting when things get busy outside the car. The climate controls are a mixture of buttons and touch screen which is sort of the worst of all possible worlds. The plain old three knob climate control system without the touch screen would have been much more convenient and safer to use while driving. The remote start doesn't work when the temperature is below zero. That SUCKS. The console display is still exhibiting spells of irrationality. It either shuts down completely so there's no data available for audio, phone, climate control etc. or it starts dinging, peeping and flashing for no apparent reason. In order to get it to work again, we have to pull off the road. Shut everything off, turn off the engine, wait a minute or two, then start it up again. That seems to reset the system and it works fine again - until it doesn't. In August 2020 we took the CRV in to the dealer for a 75,000 mile service. Up till then we had seen no new issues with the car. About a half hour after the check up the check engine light came on. We took it back, they turned it off, said all was well. We got about three blocks away, it came back on. They wouldn't take it back in that day. We are having several different system warnings on the dashboard. In previous reviews, we have been marginally satisfied with the vehicle and would have recommend it as basic, utility-type transportation. It has never been a vehicle that invites long road trips and much needed to be done to make it worthy of a full recommendation. Since the safety issues arose, we are no longer in a position to recommend this vehicle to anyone who plans to use it on gravel or unimproved roads to any significant extent.
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Packed with features, few complaints
JoshV, 09/20/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Adaptive cruise control and lane assist make for frighteningly leisurely highway driving. One step below self-driving. Android Auto integration is amazing. I've been using Android Auto on my phone in an air-vent mount for years and this is just light years better. The feature list for the price is impossible to beat. Drives nicer and with a LOT less road noise than my 2009 CRV. A few minor complaints. Why in the world is the USB port with the data connection only 1.5AMP? There are two 2+AMP ports in the back, but the one that will be used every single time the owner gets in the car doesn't get turbo charging? Bizarre decision. Road departure protection has a tendency to trigger randomly when on less-than-great roads. So far I've been dealing with it and resisting the temptation to turn it off because I know if I turn it off it's likely to stay off and then it won't be there for me when I need it. Occasionally the computer says my phone isn't connected when it is and only unplugging/replugging will fix it. It has plenty of power for average commuting, I have so far never been tempted to turn off Eco mode. Averaging about 31.5 MPG without really trying and using Adaptive Cruise Control heavily.
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2017 CR-V is a lemon
Shawnee Worters, 09/28/2017
updated 11/12/2019
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
36 of 40 people found this review helpful
In addition to prior issues the camera display/control panel randomly began flashing a variety of displays while driving. We took a cell phone video of it and were eventually able to bring it to the local Honda dealership for repair. A couple of months after the repair, it has started the mysterious random behaviors. The radio comes on without anyone touching the control. The phone randomly dials individuals in the phone directory - again, without anyone touching it! Recently we discovered another issue with the 2017. All four windows and the sun roof opened apparently on their own. We thought the car was broken into! Upon further research learned that this is a "feature " that Honda won't correct. We understand that many Honda CRV owners have had rain drenched vehicles as a result of this so called feature opening windows on its own. We can't recommend this vehicle based on our experience. Three transmissions in less than 6000 miles. Thankfully we have not needed a fourth. According to Honda the Bluetooth that stopped working is a problem with my phone not the car... No explanation as to why it worked at first and suddenly stopped. Car still has a high pitched whine upon acceleration only when the air conditioning is on. This was not the case until after the third transmission was installed but Honda Service says nothing is wrong. Still can't trust this vehicle to travel more than a few miles from home.
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Impressive!
Who'sCar, 02/20/2017
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
48 of 54 people found this review helpful
Just, wow! Picked up my 2017 CRV Touring 4 weeks ago and I absolutely love it. As soon as you slide in, the super cozy interior just makes you feel at home. Super comfortable, supportive seats with power lumbar support, attractive dash and control layout, soft materials everywhere, and a fantastic looking wood trim with a matte finish that looks like real wood. Overall, really high quality interior. The back seats have tons of leg and head room, plenty for a 6.2 friend to sit behind the driver. Rear seats are surprisingly as comfy as the front ones, with plenty of softness and leg and back support. The cargo area is huge for this sized SUV! I can fit 6 mountain bikes with the rear seats folded down, which is another big win win to me. As far as styling goes, it's definitely up to you to decide what you like. You may like the looks of another car better, but remember you'll always be sacrificing something. With this car, the interior sold me. I still don't hate the exterior though, it definitely turns heads (not in a bad way!), and I've gotten lots of compliments already. It looks modern, funky, stylish, and definitely has personality. I have zero complaints with this car so far! Do yourself a favor and test drive the CRV. You won't be disappointed!
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After Trying
Daniel Srugo, 02/16/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
22 of 24 people found this review helpful
After trying all the other SUV's, I decided to wait a few months until the new CRV came out. I don't regret it! It's as perfect as a car could get. The gas is not what they say it's supposed to be, but I didn't expect that not to happen anyway. I love it!
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First Class! WITH A PROBLEM THAT KEEPS ON GIVING
Richard, 01/26/2017
updated 01/28/2019
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
34 of 38 people found this review helpful
Traded in a 2015 CRV Touring for the 2017 Touring. One word.... WOW! The fifth generation is light-years better than the 2015 on so many levels. Where to start. Comfort, quiet, responsive steering, room for stuff and passengers, features, safety and that marvelous 1.5 liter turbo engine linked to a vastly improved CVT. The fifth generation is well thought out. I am glad I took the "trade in hit" for this CRV. After driving for 6 months and a few longer trips I find this CRV to be very "user friendly". Honda's Safety Suite eases the stress of longer drives. ISSUE !! Since purchase discovered the CRV has gas in oil issue. Cold weather and short trips seem to be a factor. Changing oil every 1500 miles in winter to Keep issue at minimum. Honda is aware of issue but no fix in sight. Same issue as Chinesse CRV where many were recalled. Do your homework. Honda has released a fix. Do your research before you buy.
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Superior to every other small SUV
Willster, 04/16/2017
updated 10/24/2017
2017 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
Let me start by saying that I own 2 Honda generators a 928 snowblower, lawn mower, weed-wacker and rode a Honda Magna for 6 years, so I am familiar with their bulletproof reliability and owner satisfaction. After test-driving the Ford Escape, Volkswagin Tiguan, Toyota RAV-4 and the CR-V, I narrowed it down to this and the RAV-4. Even though the Toyota dealership offered me 0% financing and $100 below invoice, I felt the CR-V was the superior vehicle in many ways. The Honda is definitely more comfortable and roomier in both the front and back seats. Plus the interior design feels more elegant and refined whereas the Toyota appears cheesy and generic. The Tiguan was nice, but definitely more expensive and has confusing controls and displays. Escape was pushing 30k for a mid-level trim. I am glad I made this purchase and can now understand why the CR-V is the #1 vehicle in this class.
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Nicest CRV ever
RC, 05/31/2017
updated 08/02/2019
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
We are highly satisfied with the decision to pick the CRV from our list of three finalists. It drives really well, the safety features/technology work well, the ride is miles ahead of what we had with the 2013 Accord V-6 we had (rode like a truck), lots of room, turbo really takes care of hilly terrain. The interior is attractive and the car is well finished overall. The 2017 CRV presents a very convincing argument; it is hard to find a better engineered product at this price point and a vehicle that does what it is supposed to do, period. One negative item... Check the undercarriage; my Canadian made CRV had numerous rust spots on the suspension parts, such as bolts, struts and bushing brackets (anything made out of carbon steel), It showed evidence that it was driven over salted down road from the factory to the shipping dock, pretty serious rust despite of only having 18 miles driven when i picked it up. This is something that is not very evident when shopping around and easy to ignore due to the "new car fever" and other distractions. The dealer after some "friendly arguing" agreed to remove the rust spots and applied some preservative; the mechanic did a really nice job, helped us and Honda avoid unnecessary repairs/costs in the future. After a thorough inspection a year later, the rust problem is still under control. Another negative item...A month after with roughly 600 miles driven, the battery is dead after the car was parked at the airport for 7 days; a new battery was purchased (was not refunded). Two months after that the battery is again dead, this time in my own garage. This has been the only problem. A very positive item...Took the car to the dealer and they quickly fixed the problem by re-loading a new version of the software . The car has been parked as long as 10 days a few times, no more dead battery. At two plus years of ownership... Fuel economy (after two years of driving and 58 fill-ups) is now averaging 31 MPG (combined driving), worst (in town only) was 24 MPG, best (highway only) was 39 MPG. After two years, normal fuel economy in town is now up to 26 to 28 MPG. The battery problem never came back, the initial undercarriage corrosion issue is not a problem, now... The korean made tires (Hankook Kinergy GT) became very loud (with slightly less than 14000 miles on the odometer), they drop about 5 PSI in just 30 days and wet traction is still poor. So at 14K miles the Korean tires had to be replaced due to low traction and increased road noise. We still like the car. It is efficient, reliable, very roomy, still looks and runs like new. No visible wear on the leather or other interior fabrics, it still looks like the day we purchased it; same for the exterior, under the hood ,etc. Great product, i would recommend the CRV to any one.
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Honda has treated us well
Paul Johnson, 06/03/2018
updated 06/04/2020
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
26 of 29 people found this review helpful
Nice vehicle but no heat in the winter. Gasoline in the oil and now oil changes every month! Updates to the vehicle and Honda has treated us well!
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Great value
Carguy, 01/29/2017
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
26 of 29 people found this review helpful
Good money for the car! A lot of options out there. Find what is best for you! But I found the performance to be decent, loved the styling inside and out, and was very practical. Great feature set for the money. Interior quality is great, very nice materials. Some cons include the entertainment system but CarPlay is good. Another con is the auto headlights and auto wipers which don't seem as automatic as they as should be. LED headlights are very nice and improve visibility. City fuel becoming does not seem realistic at all! But highway is as expected.
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Dissappointed
Slow Rider, 12/14/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
I switched brands from Chrysler to Honda - based on their reliability ratings. Well let me tell you, throw those ratings right out the window. I traded in a Ram1500 and a Jeep Compass for TWO Honda CR-V's. One is an LX, other is an EX, both AWD. The EX has already experienced a dead battery - left me stranded after only 6 weeks of ownership, something that has never happened to me before in all my years of driving, and I am 64 years old. The dealer replaced the battery, but I still feel like something else might be wrong - - the electronic dashboard keeps doing goofy things. Also, this vehicle is plagued my countless rattles. The other one - the LX, is also plagued by countless rattles, and is at times, hard to start. The only good things I can say at this time, is the vehicles are roomy, and do get good MPG's. I personally prefer the 2.4 engine in the LX, over the 1.5 turbo in the EX. For Honda's so called great reputation, I am highly DISSAPPOINTED, in these 2 CR-V's. I wish I would have stuck with Chrysler products. My recommendation is do not buy Honda.
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In Honda We Trust
Captain Nemo, 09/27/2017
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Why did we buy the 2017 Honda CRV Touring? Below is a little history of our car ownership: We owned a 2005 Toyota RAV4, which we privately sold recently. We were happy with the RAV4, but after 12 years of ownership, our family made a decision to buy a new car. First, we visited the Toyota dealership. The 2017 Toyota RAV4 was much larger than our 2005 model, plus we weren't impressed with the way it looks (especially the interior). It is still a great car but the reasons I have mentioned above moved us toward Honda . Our son advised us to get a Honda Fit, but after we owned a SUV, it is difficult to switch back to a compact car. We decided to buy the 2017 Honda CR-V Touring model and have owned it for a little more than as two months. We love this car. It is a very smooth driving vehicle with a lot of safety features (Honda Sense), great design – interior and exterior. All wheel drive adds stability and if you can afford this feature, it is a must have. Fuel economy is excellent. We love the large digital display because it is easy to see the speed you are driving and see the road at the same time. Great information system with navigation provided by Garmin. If you own an Android phone, you can use Google maps for navigation. Originally, we planned to get 2017 Honda CR-V EX-L, but we changed our mind when we saw the LED headlamps in action. Before buying, I have read a lot of reviews about the Touring trim level and was really surprised that there were some negative reviews about the sound system. You simply need to adjust the treble and bass levels. If you listen to low quality recording don't expect a great sound. I have downloaded my music collection to a USB drive. All the music I play has exceptional quality but even so, some sounded better than others. For example, Jaime Valle’s “Round Midnight” album sounds outstanding. If your budget permits, go for the Touring trim level. From now on, I'm a Honda fan.
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A/C and heater fan don’t function properly,
msanchez192, 11/29/2018
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV w/Navigation (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought my car in March 21 2017 , great car until now I am disappointed with Honda repair service, they can’t figure out the problem I’m taking my car in for the second time in this month. I hope the issue gets taken care.
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The Best SUV I Found
Autumnriver, 05/06/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I had an 8-year-old Ford Escape and was looking for a new mid-size SUV. I researched them all, and ended up test driving the Kia Sorrento, the Ford Escape, the Honda CRV, and a couple of Hyundai's. After the test drives I narrowed the field to the first three, in that order. I then reluctantly eliminated the Sorrento (a very comfortable car) because it was larger than I needed, did not get particularly good mileage. (I found that all of these SUV's are rather similar in body style and basic features; all were good to drive.) I then test drove the Escape and the CRV again. Both were excellent. The Escape had a bit more power while the CRV better gas mileage and a better ride. The determining factor was the overall package: the CRV-EX had all the features I wanted, such as adjustable cruise control and Android Auto, while the Escape lacked the former unless I went to the Titanium, the top (and most expensive) model. I decided on the CRV and have been very happy with my choice. The car has everything I could ask for. The ride is luxuriously comfortable, the steering precise and the engine is peppy enough for the way I drive. I'm getting over 30mpg with mostly city driving. The interior is well appointed and the car is a pleasure to drive.
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Honda CR-V 2017 Plagued with TPMS issues
James Smith, 09/22/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
I would not advise purchasing the vehicle. It is so new that dealerships do not know how to repair issues with the car. I have taken my car for the same TPMS issue that has occurred 5 times and they are still unable to fix the issue. Now I am stuck waiting for a specialist to come out within 1-2 weeks with one day warning to get my car into the dealership. They have replaced all my tires and admit to not knowing what is going on. The dealership now says it is between me and corporate honda. corporate honda is unwilling to provide me a loaner car. Even though tpms is required by law.
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LOVE LOVE LOVE my THIRD CRV the BEST SO FAR!!!
Upstatenymom, 04/10/2017
updated 05/02/2022
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
33 of 38 people found this review helpful
Well I am a Honda girl, it started with my 2005 CRV that took me 120,000 miles with just one issue, a rear caliper and continued on when we traded it for a leased 2014 model. The lease was up in a couple months so my husband and I decided to test drive the newly released 2017. We LOVED it! Purchased and drove it home that day!! WOW what a difference 3 years makes! Whenever my husband is in this vehicle he comments on how much better this CRV is compared to our last ones. The heated leather seats are so much more comfortable than previous ones, the interior has finally been upgraded to more quality materials and it shows. Love the feel of the steering wheel, the leather accents are wonderful. The ride is much quieter and more comfortable. I was impressed with how much less road noise this model has. LOVE the automatic high beams !!! Never have to remember to turn them on and off anymore, I was skeptical on how well they would adjust automatically but I am amazed at how perfectly they do the job. NO GAS CAP to fight with anymore, that's a great feature too! Love the auto tailgate, FINALLY!! I was originally considering buying smaller SUV but test drove the HRV months ago and wasn't impressed with the power it had. This is definitely the largest CRV to date and the extra room in back seat is obvious to all. Our Goldendoodle is usually the only one back there and she seems pretty happy with it ;) It did take me a bit to get used to all the new tech though. There is so much more to learn when driving these new tech savoy vehicles, but I am impressed with all of it! Honda did an amazing job of taking the dependable but kinda boring CRV and raising it to a whole new level! Lots of comfort and charm, LOVE it! 22 Month Update; STRESSED OUT! I have loved this CRV since the second I test drove it. Loved it still until 3 days ago while researching newer CRV reviews at Edmunds.com I came across the issue the Turbo engine is having with gas mixing in with the oil and obviously infiltrating the engine. I grabbed a rag and went to garage and was heartbroken when I saw the oil level over an inch higher than it should be! Then I smelled it and sure enough there was gas present in the oil. I went to my local Honda dealer the next morning (where we have purchased 4 vehicles over the last 13 years) with pictures of my oil level on the dipstick and with information from Consumer Reports describing this issue and what we should do. Well I expected an apology and a "yes we will gladly change your oil at Honda's expense" but that is NOT what happened. First I was told it didn’t look like a Honda Dipstick... WHAT? I was dumbfounded by that comment. Then I was told I was going to have to pay for it. WOW! The service manager ended up covering my cost as he knew I was upset. I was told there is no fix for this issue yet but they are working on it. Well THANKS HONDA for standing behind your product and for not taking any actions to help your trusting customers who paid a good amount of money on your vehicles and now have a major problem with them. I was a diehard Honda girl, this is my third CRV and it is stressing me out knowing I am driving and paying for a vehicle that is most likely being damaged as I drive it. I called and filed a case with Honda America requesting they cover my CRV for more frequent oil changes until there is a fix for this issue. They stated they would be contacting my Honda dealer and would call me back with their decision in 1-2 days. Today is day 3 and no call yet! The rep was very sympathetic and stated they are fully aware of this problem and are working on a fix. Unless they install a new engine in mine I will not be satisfied. Why did China recall and ban the sale of these Turbo engines once they were aware of the issue but here in the U.S. we haven't even been made aware of this serious issue by Honda or their dealerships? I would bet the Honda tech who did my first oil change was aware my CRV had gas in the oil when done last year. I would have had more respect for Honda had they been up front and honest about this as soon as they were aware of the problem. This will be my last Honda. UPDATE: As of June of last year, we no longer own this CRV. Settled our lawsuit and sold it to a dealer a day later.
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Very Noisy Car
Josh, 08/13/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
22 of 25 people found this review helpful
Something almost none of the car reviewers out there will tell you is how loud this car is on the highway. The sound dampening material on this car is very poor making for a very loud cabin at highway speeds. The rest of the car is pretty good it's comfortable to drive for long trips (except for the noise), the power is good, cargo capacity is good and it looks pretty good except Honda continues to out do itself with ugly wheels. The engine is okay, it is very fuel efficient averaging roughly 32 mpg @ 76 mph on road trips fully loaded with 4 passengers. The turbo lag takes some getting used to and eco mode makes it almost undrivable in a city setting but shifting to sport mode keeps the motor in the powerband and it is a fun car to drive. The infotainment center leaves a lot to be desired while it does a good job if you mostly just leave it in one mode switching between connected device and a conventional radio/satellite radio source takes a lot of button pushes and is very distracting. Apple CarPlay is great but again switching to another source should be a easier. Also a play/pause button on the steering wheel would be nice. Overall it is a pretty good car except for the road noise. It is the first thing new passengers comment on when the go for a ride and it has me contemplating trading it in for a different car.
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2017 CRV with 1.5 Turbo Engine - ENGINE ISSUES
Teresa L, 03/19/2018
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
102 of 122 people found this review helpful
On February 23, 2018, my car which has 5500 miles on it, started making a horrible noise and began losing power while on the highway. The noise continued throughout the weekend. We made an appointment with dealership immediately. Honda Corporate and the Service Manager determined through video chats and conference calls that the cams were destroyed in my engine. They believe this had to do with fuel and oil mixing and getting into the engine. Honda Corporate (800-999-1009) requested that dealership replace the Head of the Engine. They have no fix for the problem with the fuel and oil mixing and destroying the engine. The Service Manager said because the government is involved due to emissions, this issue will be continuing, and at this time there is no fix. He also stated that Corporate informed him this was a Regional issue due to our climate, and they are currently trying to figure out a software fix for the problem. No resolution at this point. Corporate further stated that they are seeing this issue when the temperature is between 10 and 30 degrees. I was offered a 100,000 extended warranty and recommended that I go to the dealer every 500 miles to get an oil change to see if fuel is mixing with the oil. Shocked at the lack of resolution, I asked the Service Manager if Honda Corporate was comfortable giving me my car back after the cams were replaced with no resolution, and he said Yes. I do not believe this is ethical at all for Honda to not have a fix to an engine problem that could endanger myself and/or my family. I am not comfortable taking this car back knowing that the engine could be “scorched” again while driving to a destination. It is neither safe nor prudent to drive a vehicle that has such engine problems considering it has less than 6000 miles. This is a BRAND NEW Car! On day 19 with no car and not final resolution in sight. I am required to pick up my car when the head is replaced. PLEASE DO NOT purchase the 2017/2017 CRV EX 1.5 turbo models. There is no fix to the oil/gas problem!!!
Is Honda the best??????
David, 09/30/2017
2017 Honda CR-V EX-L 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is in response to "John R on 06/14/2017" on the ACC issues that he is having with his 2017 CRV. My wife and I purchased a 2017 CRV EX-L without Navi on a Wednesday and that Saturday our ACC shut down. We took it to the dealership and they claimed that the factory did not set the system up correctly. After 3.5 hours at the dealership we where on our way out the door. The very next Saturday we had the very same thing occur again. We have our Sun Pass for automated toll payments just under the forward sensing system module which is right behind the rear view mirror, for which the dealership stated has been known to cause issues with the ACC system. They moved the Sun Pass and re-calibrated the system again (Claiming that there was another update for the system) and out the door we where. 35 days into ownership my wife was driving on a toll road when the shadow of an eagle on the road caused the ACC system to bring the vehicle to an emergency stop in the middle of the highway. Thankfully she was only one on the road at the time. (Speed limit on road is 65 MPH) 44 days/2300 miles into ownership on the CRV I was going through GA up I-75 when my ACC system shut once again. I contacted the dealership that the system had shut down again and they stated for me to bring it to them so they could trouble shoot the system. The Service writer had also informed me that 2 other CRV's at that dealership where having the same issue and they had to replace the transmissions to resolve the issue with ACC. I returned to my home town took them the vehicle, and they now have had my vehicle for 4 days and with a few parts replaced they are claiming to have corrected the issue this time. (the fix, they had to replace the forward monitoring module and camera which is behind and below the "H" on the front of the vehicle). We are currently working with the dealership to take back the CRV because my wife and I have lost our confidence in the safety system of our CRV. The dealership has been great. The service writer did state that all of the data that he has seen through Honda that the 2017 CRV is the only vehicle having this issue with the ACC and it is only a hand full of them. The fit and finish could be a bit better, ex. heated seat don't get very hot/anemic power ($700 through Hondata will fix this)/leather seats are not all leather seating surface/carpeting is very thin and very cheap (just offer the Poly Weather Tech mates and call it even)/paint is very thin (bugs on front for 2 day and now the paint shows marks where the bugs were/waxing the vehicle you must use extreme care because you can buckle the hood and some of the body sides. (seems like stretched aluminum foil). Headlights fog up ALOT and chrome finish accents for headlights does not seem to fit right.
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Never buy Honda CR-V
Shaw, 01/02/2018
updated 11/06/2019
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
30 of 35 people found this review helpful
I bought a new Honda CR-V EX 2017 in February 2017 from the dealership, Castle Honda, in Morton Grove, IL. The car has problem getting started and, as a result, has become very unreliable and undependable. It has happened four times already and three times in less than last three weeks. First time the problem happened in August 2017 when I tried to start it after not driving it for a week when I was in vacation. I was able to jump start it with my other car. Second time the problem happened on 12/11/2017 and I was not able to jump start the car. I had to call the Honda roadside assistance on 12/12/2017 to tow the car but the tow truck guy was able to jump start the car. I drove the car to Castle Honda, the service department did some testing of the battery and said the battery was fine and they did not know the reason for the problem. I told them about the tailgate door not working properly as well, they tested that also and informed me that the struts were broken and and they ordered those parts. I drove back the car home hoping that the problem was fixed. I drove the car to Castle Honda again on 12/14/2017 to install the tailgate door struts. I am yet to find out what else is wrong with this car. Third time the problem happened on 12/29/2017 and I was not able to jump start the car. I called the Honda roadside assistance and this time they sent a guy to jump start the car. I drove the car to Castle Honda, the service department tested the battery again and said the battery was fine and they did not know the reason for the problem. They told me to tow the car next time the problem reoccured. I again drove the car home hoping that the problem was fixed. Fourth time the problem happened was on 12/31/2017. I had to wait and seek roadside assistance on 1/2/2018 as the dealership was closed on 12/31/2017 and 1/1/2018. I called the Honda roadside assistance around 6.30 AM and requested specifically for the car to be towed, they said the expected time was between 3 and 8 hours. The tow truck showed up to pick up the car around 11 AM. The tow truck guy from J-TEAM AUTOMOTIVE declined to tow the car and started showing lots of silly excuses of why he could not do it. I did not want to let him go and wait another 5 hours before any help arrived and so I let him jump start the car. I drove the car to Castle Honda and turned it off while waiting in the queue in front of me, the car could not be started after that. The dealership service department tested the battery and this time found the battery to have issues and replaced it. I do not know if this will resolve the issues with the car and the car continues to be as unreliable and undependable as it were. It appears to me that the dealership sold me a faulty car which has caused me lots of inconvenience and has costed me quite a bit in terms of hassle, time spent on the issues and missed work. I have been in contact with American Honda since 12/11/2017 and they have opened up a case on my car. The case manager keeps telling me that they bear no responsibility for the dealership or the roadside assistance and also only thing American Honda can do is to fix any issue the car may have since that’s what warranty is for. He does not appear to understand that having too many issues like I experience make Honda CR-V a inferior quality product, American Honda a low-grade manufacturer and Castle Honda a low-grade dealer. I have extremely negative customer experience with Honda CR-V, American Honda and Castle Honda. I will never buy any Honda product and tell others not to buy Honda products as well. I spoke with others recently and learned that battery problem is common for this car. I will never buy a Honda automobile. The car again failed to start on 10/26/19. I requested roadside assistance to send someone to tow the car and absolutely no jump start. The tow truck guy start making excuses as to why the car needs jump start to put the car in the tow truck and jump started it and put the car in the tow truck. We then towed the car to Castle Honda where they told me to leave the car for inspection and fixing. They informed me later that the battery failed the test and they replaced the battery. I drove the car home on the same day. The car again became dead on 11/2/19. I requested roadside assistance to send someone to tow the car and absolutely no jump start. This time the tow truck lady took all the effort including use of skating to put the car in the tow truck. We then towed the car to Castle Honda where they told me to leave the car for inspection and fixing. Castle Honda informed me over the phone on 11/4/19 that the battery failed the test and they replaced the battery and still testing the car. It is now 6.05 PM on 11/5/19 and the car is at Castle Honda.
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Handles like a sports car, excellent MPG
Ruben, 06/03/2017
updated 06/12/2019
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have driven 10000 miles of which 10% are highway. I am getting 29 mpg combined. On a freeway I get 35 mpg. In the city I get 28 mpg. The car handles great, very responsive turning, solid hold of the road, digital console is wonderful, I love it. Sound is decent, bluetooth work well. Android Audio works great. I wish the back seats could slide in and out, but they are ok where they are. Overall can't compain about anything really. Great SUV.
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Really nice SUV
Jimmy Burleson, 04/30/2017
2017 Honda CR-V Touring 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I've owned my Touring AWD for 3 weeks and love driving it. It's very comfortable and fun to drive. This is my first car with a CVT transmission and I'm still getting use to that. I didn't care for the RIM design at first. But, love them after seeing them in motion. I hope they don't scratch off the black finish when I take it for tire rotations. The engine noise can be a little loud on acceleration, but I can live with it. I'd definitely recommend the EX or higher trim to get the Honda sensing features. Those are fantastic!! Right now I'm getting 26mpg city driving in a lot of stop and go traffic as I drive during rush our to work each way.
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1.5L Turbo: A/C didnt work; probs w/gas mixing in
Carol Daugherty, 05/12/2018
2017 Honda CR-V EX 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
19 of 22 people found this review helpful
Don't buy this vehicle. Honda's had problems w/ gas mixing in oil in 2016-2018's w/ no fix in sight [class action lawsuits forming]. China did massive recall of 1.5L Turbo CR-V's. Doesn't run well in colder weather. Noxious fumes inside cab while driving due to gas/oil mixture [unhealthy for those w/multiple chemical sensitivities, elderly and small children], plus possible damage to engine itself. Google car complaints re. these issues. Lots of info out there.
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