Used 2018 Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT) Consumer Reviews
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Stan, Idaho Falls, ID, 02/12/2018
updated 02/15/2019
Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
148 of 154 people found this review helpful
A quality vehicle. We like the steering (precise), road-ability (stable - goes were you point it and stays there), the engine (peppy and quiet), the large storage area and the "fold flat" second row. I could actually sleep in it, and I'm 5' 10". It is tight and solid, without squeaks and rattles. Nice fit and finish. Our gas mileage has been great: 25 around town and on a pokey 200 mile "break in trip" at 50 - 65 mph we actually got 34. The negatives: the front driver's seat bottom is pretty hard, and short, so the "under thigh" support is lacking, a comfort negative on a long trip. The center console is so wide it makes buckling front seat belts very tight, especially with thick winter clothing. All in all, we're quite happy with our purchase. With only 550 miles on it, the reliability remains to be seen. We also like the CVT transmission, but the reliability of the design also remains to be seen. UPDATE August, 2018: We now have 4200 miles on it. After owning it a few months we began to notice a slight, rapid vibration at 65 mph. It sort of "phased in and out" at about a 5-7 second interval. Rebalancing tires and tire rotation changed nothing. The dealership, because the vibration was so slight, pronounced it "normal" and refuses to pursue it further. My wife scarcely notices it, but it's in there and it irritates me. No factory service bulletins reflect this problem, and no similar complaints are found online. Service manager's "it's all yours attitude" has caused me to take my routine service elsewhere. UPDATE: February 2019. 6,800 miles. The 65 mile per hour vibration I mentioned seems to have mostly gone away. We continue to enjoy the wonderful "goes where you point it - hands off" stability. And it's till tight and solid, fun to drive.
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2Bad, Sterling, CO, 12/02/2018
updated 12/04/2019
Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
28 of 29 people found this review helpful
I wanted a fuel efficient utility vehicle to handle long distance commuting for a new job. Because I expect to put major miles on the vehicle, I didn’t want to spend a lot of money but still needed a vehicle that could go the long haul, be fuel efficient, and still have some cargo space area to haul stuff. Since my ex’s 2009 CRV has 200,000 miles and still going strong, I zeroed in on a new 2018 AWD LX trim with a normal 2.4L 4 cylinder. Fortunately, these reviews warned me about the problematic 1.5L turbo. Turbo’s are awesome in performance and fuel savings but to achieve that performance boost, you have to sacrifice something like longevity. It’s just common sense. I also wanted to clarify some misinformation here for some. Turbo’s use hot engine exhaust gas flow to spin a turbine that’s connected to a centrifugal pump that forces higher pressure fresh air into the engine, NOT exhaust gas! Higher pressure air means a denser fuel/air mixture and a bigger bang in the cylinder per each stroke. Supercharger’s push even higher gas pressures into the combustion chamber and are a better option but cost more. I do like my CRV-AWD and don't regret buying it. With that said, all cars have issues of some kind so here's mind. First one and a biggie for me was towing which was a huge disappointment. Honda claims 1500 lb towing capacity. So when I tow my 1000 lb trailer the engine does pretty well. However, the transmission is another issue. It vibrates like crazy at 60+ mph and shakes the whole car with even the slightest pedal. I think it's the CV belt is vibrating under the load and I worry about it breaking. So, Do Not Buy This Vehicle if you plan to tow something, you've been warned! The LX sound system is so-so because the 4 speakers are cheap but that is to be expected. The back-up camera is weak and practically useless at night, the center console is a pain, a cardboard box would be better, too much tire road noise, and the driver seat could use another half inch of padding. So would I buy this vehicle again? I'll have to say no, specifically because Honda lied about the towing. I wish they would bring back the previous traditional transmission. I'm sure it would be more robust than this CVT thing.
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2018 LX AWD is near perfect
Ron MacArthur, Sulphur, OK, 08/26/2018
updated 08/31/2023
Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
31 of 33 people found this review helpful
Yes we bought the base LX with the 2.4 engine and don't weep about not getting the turbo. My thought is this, the 2.4 has been around decades and steadily Hondaized (up dated and improved) and the turbo? Hmmm. Plenty of pep, there is only a tenth of a second between the two engines 0-60, A bit noisy on some road surfaces probably having to do with "ECO Bridgestone" tires and they will likely wear in a bit quieter. First tank was 31 mpg. Quality is high and fit and finish is obviously excellent. Lots of space. I don't miss all the "add on tecky" stuff in the (much) higher priced model. The EX is almost 3K above the LX. As a genuine old timer I do the speed limit and am conservative and careful and it pays off. Found that if you have it set on the ECO mode here in Oklahoma you will find the air conditioning might be a bit weak. Switch off ECO and the cooling improves! Overall this is a great car and I recommend this model over the higher priced ones with all their gizmos. Out the door at 25200 an LX with awd. By the way the CVT is unintrusive and power is right there when needed. Drive one, you'll like it. Best part is the secure stance on the road, it just feels so buckled down and well planted. A great driving experience. Update: It is three years old and only has 11k miles because it is driven locally most of the time. Around town locally 24-25 mpg. On the highway touching 30mpg. No mechanical problems at all. Not the greatest radio in the LX's but other than that no complaint. Not a slouch getting on interstates. A bit noisy inside as it doesn't get the insulation the higher priced ones get. But hey, my hearing is bad anyway at 80 yrs. Great car highly recommend. These days you don't get the 2.5 engine anymore and must take the little turbo four--to bad. Now 5 years old, just 20k miles. Local driving mpg 27-28. Highway 31-33 at the speed limit legal. Good power, great when the VTEC kicks in. Sadly you can't get this 2.4 engine in the CRV anymore, it's great. No mechanical problems of any kind. Did have to replace the battery. Did it myself. Just changed engine air filter myself and will change cabin air filter soon myself. Great car very reliable. New tires in about 10k..
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Katherine, Portsmouth, NH, 03/21/2018
updated 10/05/2020
Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
22 of 24 people found this review helpful
Unfortunately I learned that the new environmentally friendly coating on the wires is appealing to rodents. I have two friends whose wires have been chewed and damage incurred on their new Honda crv's. Since we do not have a garage and have had mice build a nest in two of our previous vehicles, I would not have chosen this car if I had known abou mom t this. It appears to be a problem with Toyotas as well. There is not an easy cure.
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Noisy Cabin
Tom, 06/22/2018
Honda CR-V LX 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl CVT)
23 of 26 people found this review helpful
I bought a brand new 2018 Honda CRV - LX a little over a month ago. After driving for a couple of weeks subsequent to date of purchase, I noticed a very noisy cabin. On certain roads, I can't even hold a conversation with my spouse in the vehicle. The cabin noise started to irritate me so much that I changed the Bridgestone Ecopia tires (came in with the car) to some quiet Michelin tires but noticed minimal cabin noise reduction. I bought a can of Permatex to coat the front wheel well liners but noticed no difference in noise. Lastly, I purchased some rubber door insulators and insulated the 2 front doors. Again, I noticed no noise reduction. I am very unhappy with the cabin noise. I can't believe Honda has not caught up with the rest of the other car makers. This is my first time and my last time purchasing a Honda unless Honda does a better job of insulating their vehicles in the future.
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