In my country, this is the official car of "suburban family that used to be upper middle class but can barely afford the inflated fuel and repair costs in 2024"
@@pootispiker2866 nah dude thats basically all the world, my parents barely touches its toyota kijang because of fuel prices and that thing was just 2 liter engine.
An uninteresting car is the right car for 90% of the population. A car that is affordable to buy, drive and keep while still being decently comfortable and safe is exactly what most people are after.
This. I get my kicks, daily motorcycle commutes for 30 years, decades of spirited adrenaline. My need for speed is more than satisfied so I have no yearning for it in a car. My first car was the family Dodge Dart (the original one, with the Slant Six) and what I want in a car is what I got with that and what you get with the CRV; the most useful, reliable vehicle that money could possibly buy. I have a 2010 Fit with 190K miles- needs only wear items like brake pads, wiper blades, oil changes. I finally replaced the spark pugs, serpentine belt, and transmission fluid for the first time- last year, at 180,000 miles! If I wanted a larger car, I'd buy this 2014 CRV in a heartbeat, and be happy, yea even excited about it, and I'm not prissy enough to car about what it does or does not "project".
I know a guy who is a senior ED (emergency department) consultant at my local hospital. Probably earns upwards of £100k/$130k a year. Drives one of these from 2006 with 130k miles on it. Truly a car for anyone.
@@1994CivicGLi After years of hiding,my secret is finally unveiled.Feels good actually,like weight is lifted off of my chest.I hope the AISE don’t come knocking on my door,but it’s worth the freedom i guess😩😂😂😂
What do I need the family car to do? - Move 4 people and a dog in comfort - Occasionally carry a van-load of stuff - Be reliable What don't I need? - Amazing handling or performance : The components are more expensive, the fuel is more expensive, and the traffic is too bad to enjoy it anyway - Unreliability Yep, it's the automotive equivalent of a fridge. It does the job in a deeply boring and predictable way. If I want excitement, I use my motorcycle.
I just bought a 2014 CR-V today, and this describes me to a T. I just want beautiful, boring, comfortable simplicity. My bike handles my fun duties these days.
That is not a 2014 Model with a 5-speed Auto trans. That is a 2015/6 with a CVT & Direct Injection (Bright 'longhorn' Molding below rear window, different grille, different engine cover with Earthdreams label)
You really expect these automotive journalist to know what the fuck they’re talking about? It’s not what they’re saying, it’s how they’re saying it that matters.
Came here to say the same thing. I specifically bought a 2014 for my kid to drive for this exact reason (no DI and no CVT). That’s a 2015 unless they swapped bumpers and lights (doubt it)
My mom has the '13 model and this thing is the definition of a utility vehicle. Plenty of storage to take me up to college with all my belongings, and it has some underrated towing capacity. Up until I got my pickup we would haul two motorcycles to Birmingham every year, granted it does struggle on hills a bit. That CR-V has been all over the South, from Houston to Nashville, and even though there's no thrills with it, it takes you where you need to go, no question. Love you, Mom.
I own this car. I fucking love it. Never gives me problems. Enough space for it to be useful and it’s comfortable. It has the utility of a truck in the back and car styling and feel in the front. This is the car for anyone who doesn’t need a car to fuel their ego. If anyone asked me to suggest a car to them I’d glowingly recommend the CRV to them.
Having driven one a few times, the big things I don't like about it are that a passenger can't pair a phone to the audio system while the car is moving, the audio system sounds like hot garbage, and finally the throttle takes like 2 seconds to react to you pressing the pedal, it's ridiculous. Back when the car had a regular automatic this was much less of a problem, the change to a CVT really ruined the feel.
@@CockatooDude I drive the 2014 before the switch to CVT. If I were a nut about audio, I’d probably go aftermarket. I don’t have issues pairing different phones while the car is moving. Sounds like 2014 might be the year to get. When I was searching for my CRV, the 2014 had the least amount of issues on the old NHTSA website.
What a beautiful review and really struck a chord with me. I have this car and next year she will be 10 years old. Never had a single fault, just fuel oil and tires. You are right - I bought it to have unevenful and comfortable motoring, when I had too many other events going, and it has done just that. This is a car equivalent of having a wife who heals your childhood traumas. It's even nice from behind, kind of like a Volvo SUV. This car just hugs its occupants and takes care of my family. Even in moderately deep snow, it has always gotten us home. It always gets us to, and most importantly, away from the adventure. This a car that cares about you and was designed by someone who cares. This video made me feel grateful. You captured the essence here
My dad's favorite car was the first gen CR-V. Perfect and practical SUV that is great for hiking. The trunk lid was a foldable table which is perfect for having a picnic in the woods. My dad even imported 2 of those to Russia, he has owned one for almost 10 years. The flat floor was great and had a lot of cargo space. He went on fishing trips to the woods and survived the Russian harsh environment.
When my dad needed a new car a few years ago he bought a 2016 crv because he found one that was too good a deal to pass up. The compass and the electric trunk latch broke every time he got them fixed but other than that you’d never have to think about the car because it always just gets you from a to b with no drama. I don’t know if the crv is ever the right car for anyone but it’s never the wrong car either
If you have to purchase one of these NPC mobiles the 2 gen 2002 - 2006 is in my humble opinion the best option, they're inexpensive, easy to get and you get the fun quirks and features of the 1st gen (Picnic Table, Full Size Spare, multitudes of interior hidden storage and folding seat configurations) And the reliable easy maintenance of the newer models (K24, 5 speed torque converter automatic, modern crossover space) The 2nd gen CRV is on the shortlist of vehicles i would buy without thinking.
I had an 06 CRV, manual, black on black with AWD. Unfortunately I T-boned an F350 with it. Miss that sucker every day. Took it everywhere; it was surprisingly hardy when offroad . Say what you want about it, but it's literally everything you could possibly need out of an SUV. Utility for days and reliability for much, much longer
First Gen CRV has double wishbone suspension based on the civic, b series, tall station wagon roofline, and all the good 90’s Honda attributes. The second Gen has none of those.
@@CaptainTexas92 The second gen has the k series, more interior room, and doesn't rust if yleave if outside overnight in the rain... The station wagons are supposed to be long, not tall by your logic the ford C-Max is a station wagon.
@@pbfloyd13 mine has never left me stranded I’ve owned it since high school it had 94,000 miles then and it has 315,000 now and sorry what I meant was a tall square roofline not egg shaped. To me while the k series is nice the CRV became a basic chassis and lost all the cool quirks the original had. It’s not a bad car just nothing “special”.
My wife has one of these, same color, just a 2016 which has the CVT. It's an awesome car. Good mileage, great in the snow, safe, comfortable, and spacious. The CVT actually acts like a CVT and doesn't fake shift. It's got heated cloth seats, and all the creature comforts you would want. It's certainly not an exciting vehicle, but it's as reliable as a wood burning stove, and perfect for my wife and our family. It's a car we don't even have to think about. I do all the scheduled maintenance and my wife racks up the miles. It's great. The only real negative is the wind/road noise at highway speeds. But it doesn't bother the wife so it doesn't bother me. And it will run until the heat death of the universe, which suits us just fine.
My mom recently got a gently used 2020 Accord and I have to agree, I LOVE that Honda doesn't make the CVT fake shift. That thing is scary fast and very quiet. One day I'll probably end up with that car and idk how I feel about that. I like my 5spd 99 civic (which also used to be hers) and my 99 jeep grand cherokee with the 4.0.
You nailed it when you said boring can be welcome compared to uncertainty. The car is reliable so it eliminates the excitement and anxiety about breaking down. The car is good on fuel so it alleviates the anxiety about fuel prices. It was affordable so it alleviated the anxiety of high car payments. It was good in snow so there's more anxiety avoided. What's boring to one person is peace of mind to another.
My car is a Dacia Lodgy. It is 1.6 litre, single overhead cam, 2 valves per cylinder and no turbo. It has 89 horsepower. You would die if you had to drive this. I absolutely love it. Because it's comfortable (for me), boring, reliable and it just works. I'd love to see the RCR review on that. It has wind up windows, no aircon, no central locking, no heated seats, no electric mirrors, no cruise control, no alloy wheels, no metallic paint, no tinted windows, no speakers in the rear, no front fog lights, no screens, no trip computer, it doesn't even have a temperature gauge, well, it would be faster to say what it does have. Which is seats and a steering wheel. But it cost €6000, does 30 mpg and can probably carry more than modern pickup trucks with their stubby little beds and provides comfortable seating for five.
My car is worse cos it's a Honda Jazz with 95 hp but also CVT trans 0-100 kph in 13.5 seconds 😅 it does have cruise and climate control, auto headlights and wipers and panoramic roof but it's so slow....
I drive a 2008 CRV, it is sexier than the 4th generation, it is 16 years old and has seen other cars come and go in that time, it will make it to 20 easy... its hard to consider getting a different vehicle either new or something interesting because for my lifestyle as a triathlete, trail runner, and documentary filmmaker, nothing has the prospects to do better than what I have. Have been watching RCR for many years.
As a current owner of a 2015 CRV that we bought brand new I can speak directly to the appeal of these things. Currently at 43 years of age with a couple of kids you come to really appreciate a car that just works. Mine currently sets at 150,000 miles and it’s only ever needed one minor repair that would fall outside of standard maintenance.it’s taking us from Chicago to Florida to Texas to Maine through upstate New York and many trips down the Nashville. Always without incident or fuss. It’s just a solid reliable comfortable cruiser that just works. It is exciting as a loaf of white bread, but what makes it boring is probably what makes it an absolutely fantastic car.
Should review the gen 1 or 2 CRV. Super loyal following for an older car. I put all terrain tires on my 2005, a top rack, and slotted rotors. It’s a light off road machine. I will always love it.
I love this channel. But there's a mistake in this episode. I had a 2014 CRV and that's not a 2014. It's 2015 I know because of the lower grill, fog lights and the silver strip on the back lift gate. I loved the one I had, until it developed Electrical problems. It was a good car .
My grandma had one of these, it was blue. I remember riding to Sunday school and afterward to McDonald's with my cousins and brother. It always seemed nimble on our twisty country roads
I have an 08 crv with 223,000 miles. It’s been in my family throughout its whole ownership. I love that car, it’s swift in traffic. Has a lot of room and is reliable as hell. I wouldn’t fear driving 1000+ miles away from home with it
My two thousand four honda c r v saved me and my family's life when we got t bone at highway speed. It is also my favorite car because of the good clearance , which helps during snowy mountain winters
My mechanic dailies a 2007 ish CRV with 300k on it. He bought from a customer who was going to trade it in at 200k - they brought it to him once the warranty was done, he knew it inside and out. His co owner at the shop has a Corolla with 280k
Man these video essays get me every time. This one is especially close to my heart. My Mom and Dad have had ever new model of CRV since ‘97 and I have driven a 2007 CRV that I bought off my Dad in 2010 and I have just clipped over 128,000 miles on that sweet little feller. It’s pretty gutless but it’s quick enough if you hit the green light just right and floor it you can be pretty annoying to most vehicles. Not win! No! But be annoying yes lol. Where it does shine is its reliability and it is a mountain goat for ice and snow. In winter time I often help rescue vehicles with my stock CRV. The all wheel drive just works really well and since it doesn’t have a lot of power it gets great grip. And if you hypermile it, I have achieved a best of 40 miles per gallon and was able to drive a total of 480 miles on one tank of gas. Not too bad. Cheers!
I bought one of these a few years ago. I needed something big enough to get my parents around. Something that could fit adult passengers sometimes in all the seats. Something comfortable for road trips. Something to fit ikea runs. Something boring and reliable. Something that will grow with me as I do (having kids wise). I plan on having this car for a LONG time so I’m not mad at my decision. As I enter my 30s this year I find myself caring less what I drive. I love this car because it’s always there for me and that’s all I need.
a young lady I know put over 300k on a 1st gen. Sold it and bought a 4th gen. which now has over 150k on it. She swears that other than basic maintenance, both have been perfectly reliable. For that, I have a lot of respect for these uninspiring cars.
I drove my older sister's cr-v for a day. my only experience with hondas up until then was an accord manual and despite both having 2.4L engines these two vehicles couldn't be more different. the accord just wanted to move. the only language that thing understood was violence and it was a blast to drive. the cr-v on the other hand felt subdued. it wasn't a bad car, but it's not something I have any striking memories of either. it was just there.
I can't wait to see you in my home city of Melbourne, Australia towards the end of the year - I've been watching you for ages and ages and glad you'll be making the trip down here.
I had a 2009 CR-V that I recently sold with 205k km (~130k miles). Thing ran like a top, got the fuel economy Honda said it should. Back in 2009. Everything worked, yes even the AC, it never left me stranded, never stopped working, and I took it on 2, 2000km roadtrips in the 2 years I owned it. It wasn't exciting, couldn't get out of it's own way, was great on gas, so big inside I'm convinced it was non-euclidian, and did absolutely everything I asked of it without complaint. I would 100% buy one again, without hesitation, yes. It's exactly the perfect 4 wheeled box to get from Place A to Place B. Also the stereo was really good, surprisingly.
I own this exact same CRV just one year newer. It is reliable, comfortable, good in the snow. It even gets 28 average MPG. Literally has everything MOST people need in a daily driver.
weird vid. CR-Vs from 2008-2014ish were bullet proof. had a 2009, drove for 10 years and 200k, gave it my parents and they have put another 30k on it and are still driving it today...other than routine, we have had to replace the AC compressor...that's it. There is a recall about rot, but nothing on this one. You aren't going to find anything like this today, all the electronics are going to fail on new cars and these will still be on the road.
I got a 2012 of these from my mother and I adore the way I know it will never die. The 5spd auto they had until the refresh with the older engine still kicks some life out. It’s almost fun when I have to floor it to avoid an idiot swerving in a LIFTED DODGE RAAAAM going from 80-95 on the interstate PS - that’s a 2015 or later. 2014 was pre-facelift and pre-saddening
I keep seeing people describe the CRV as "comfortable"...and my question to those people is, have you ever ridden in a vehicle that actually IS comfortable? My opinion is somewhat skewed bc I drive an Acura RLX (Honda's former flagship luxury sedan), and that car ACTUALLY is comfortable. My dad had a 2011 model CRV, and I hated every second I had to spend in it....just like the mid 2000's Civics: rock hard cloth seats, crappy audio system, sluggish powertrain, rickety ride, unacceptable levels of road and wind noise coming into the cabin, the list goes on and on. There is absolutely no redeeming quality to this vehicle except for the reliability. Why buy this piece of crap when for the same price of one of these new, there's way better options out there on the used market?!
I own a 2015 LX. Its boring, its cheap, easy to fix, great on gas and dead reliable. I would say the one in the video has the newer Earth Dreams engine with the CVT. Honestly as long as you do the fluid change every 30k with Honda HCF-2 fluid, it will last you a long time. The fluid change is actually easier than an oil surprisingly, though CVT fluid smells terrible. Also spray sea foam to get rid of the carbon build up. People can crap on CVTs for its souless feel, and yeah its not a car to be having fun in. Its literally an appliance just like the Rav4. If you are looking to purchase one, I would recommend the 2012-2014 with the legendary set up that will go almost 1 Mil miles. The 2015-2016 models are a bit nicer but hard to tell how the previous owners have taken care of them since most of the demographic are suburban moms. Always change the fluids especially the CVT fluid with Honda genuine and each change just need 4 quarts depending if you have FWD or AWD. I will not go for the turbo engines, those are worse in comparison to the old K24s.
The CRV is what I call an "appliance vehicle." It will safely, economically, and reliably get you where you need to go with no more emotional connection than one has with their refrigerator. It's the kind of vehicle I recommend to non-enthusiasts.
My mom is so old fashioned. The center console of her CRV is filled with SO many CD jewel cases packed like she was going for a Tetris high score that I can't fit my hand down there for the built-in USB dongle whenever I drive it.
CR-Vs are the scourge of California and I have noticed this exclusivity to the state. The consumers thereof (especially the newest models beyond 2014) are the most aloof, left lane bandit, guaranteed to be "careful" to a point of eminent danger, most uninvested in the business of driving, eyes permanently forward, heaven's waiting room chariot (replacing the Buick Park Avenue in our recent mythology) drivers. CR-V -- Carol Rarely Vigilant | Careless Regressive Vapid --- I have worse ones. When I see these tail lights pointing skyward, I think of the flags on a recumbent bicycle. It's good they are there because they're bound to do something idiotic meriting the extra warning.
oh god yea. one time i bumped into one with maryland plates that was going 35 in a 55 in the front lane and i can't tell you how many times i've gotten stuck behind ones going 5-10 under to a point where i just instinctively pass em nowadays.
my neighbour has a green one. though 'green' is too strong a word, it's green the way '90s gold corollas are gold, only as a way to distinguish it from grey. there's absolutely nothing wrong with it.
I had an AWD 2008 EX CRV. Absolutely loved it. Had that thing up and down mountain roads, family camping, cross country drives and the front seats laid flat to the back and, the back seats reclined creating a place to stretch out. Lost it in 2019 to a not at fault accident. Would have still owned it today
My dad was the most painfully average baby boomer when it came to cars. When my parents had kids, he bought a used Pinto station wagon, he started making a little more money, and they got an early Escort wagon, then he got THE BIG promotion and got a maroon '87 Taurus wagon. He drove that till the transmission imploded on a desolate stretch of GA state highway in 2000. Then he bought an off lease '97 CRV, and drove it for another decade.
A group of my friends are hard-core car nuts. Most of us race, and we've been known to rent a track just to beat on our cars for a couple of days. When I mentioned that one of my kids was looking to buy a CR-V of the same generation as in the vid, the consensus was that it's a nearly perfect transportation appliance, and if we weren't all raving lunatics, it's what we'd own.
The first gen Cr-V is a gem, 90’s Honda double wishbone suspension, based on the 6th gen civic, the “big block” b series, perfectly laid out sensible interior design all pre 2000 Hondas had, and the versatile nature to raise or lower the suspension and make it a nice off-roader or a station wagon EK. Granted it all ended with the second gen CRV when it got its own chassis.
Great analysis, I felt nostalgic with those lists of things from '95 and '97. I liked seeing this generation, because I barely remember anything from 2014! I get what you mean about living a "boring" unexciting life, it's relaxing, low stress, and frees you up to enjoy what you want to enjoy and do what you want to do. I remember when the CRV debuted in 97 being reviewed on car and driver (with the picnick table). I never knew the letters stood for anything, very cool.
Had a Honda CRV 2003 EX for the longest time. Loved that car. It handled well, I drove that thing into the ground. Eventually like all good things, it too, hit an end. A mechanic who knew how to replace transmissions bought it from me, so I hope good old Bucky is still out there being the best CRV he can be. I almost bought a newer Honda CRV but went with a Subaru for my next car. I love the CRVs but the transmissions issues did scare me away from a used one, and the new ones were a bit out of my price range.
Thats a 15 or 16 refresh. The 14 didnt have a motorized fold out tou h screen with hudden CD player or the "moustache" chrome trim under the tailgate glass.
That blinded by the lights parody was amazing. Definitely not too obscure a reference for anyone British who was teenaged or early twenties in the 00’s.
As someone who has driven this car for 5 years. It's reliable, gas efficient, and a decent starter car. It has plenty of room for all my stuff as a college student. Although power on this car is lacking and the seats are very firm. The A/C compressors on these cars aren't the best, had to replace mine last year on my 2015 and it was 3 grand to fix. The driving position is awkward. As a 6 foot male I can either have the steering wheel close to me or enough legroom but I cant have both. Would I buy this car again? Probably not since the actual driving experience is lacking. My next car will probably be a 4 runner or a ram 1500
I inherited a 2014 CR-V from my grandfather last year right before I went to college. As far as I know he got it new. So far it’s been the most reliable car I’ve owned and, despite it being even more basic than this example (which may or may not be a 2014), I love it. Maybe l just like “boring” cars (my first car is a Volvo 240), but it’s nice to just have a car that *works* for once.
When Roman kept talking about how boring this was, all I could think of was “And you own a 22 year old Camry!” Kudos for him owning up to that. Boring can be good.
I've had my 2014 CRV for over a year now. It's been a great car all around. Ive been across the country in it, camped in it multiple times, and i loved every minute. Its also the most "sport" SUV I've ever driven, its much faster and handles better than both my old chevy s10 blazer, and nissan pathfinder. Also the AWD has been great even on super slushy mud roads. 9/10 just wish it had better clearance under the vehicle.
Owned one of these for 6 years, 110k miles. 1 set of new tires and oil changes every 5k was all the maintenance I had to do for it, extremely boring but the most reliable car I ever owned
I work in a thrift store warehouse, and this is the number one most common vehicle I see giving donations. The number of CRVs probably outweigh the amount of other honda vehicles I see on a daily basis in general.
Yup, that's me...I hit the age where I decided my vehicle wasn't an extension of who I thought I was (my Sentra SE-R filled that role a few years ago). My CR-V is bulletproof, roomy enough, comfy enough, efficient enough, and spacious enough for anything I need in my life, and it does everything without requiring any sort of mental energy on my end.
My 2015 CRV is the only new car I've ever purchased. Multiple cross country road trips, camping trips, commuting around both Los Angeles and Wisconsin. Car still runs perfectly.
As it should, that's not that many miles. Have you checked for any carbon buildup on the valves. That's usually a big problem with direct injected engines.
I love my ‘21 CR-V! Have taken it on three long distance road trips since I’ve had it and was far more comfortable than any other vehicle I’ve owned. I plan on holding on to it for a good long while!
The Honda crv: the national car of “I get on the highway at 35 miles per hour then immediately cut across all the lanes to the left lane. The left lane is the best lane. It’s always wide open highway in front of me. Why are these people tailgating each other behind me? Why are they flashing me their headlights and honking? Maniacs”
The CR-V really is THE official car of doing 55MPH in the left lane. I'm stuck behind more of these than I am stuck behind Prius drivers and ex-Prius-driving Tesla drivers... and that says a lot.
I owned a 2015 CR-V (which is actually what this model is, NOT a 2014, but that's beside the point... ) This description/review is spot-on to my experience of ownership! Bland, boring, just did it's job day in & day out. So correct in saying the days just go by turning into weeks, months, years after driving this thing. Bought with 102k miles, got rid of with 150k. Never any problems, but I still couldn't stand driving or owning that thing...
I own a 2014 Honda CRV and you absolutely nailed every aspect of this car, especially what it’s like to drive. 100% appliance. After owning a succession of VWs and Audis, appliance is a compliment. And yup, in the future will probably drive something more fun as daily, but with a family it’s so easy. Loved the video. Laughed out loud a bunch of times and shared with my sister (who bought the same model after driving mine.)
We had a 2008 Acura RDX, admittedly it had a hotter motor and SH-AWD but it’s the same platform. It’s a really good platform, it handled very well, had an excellent car-like turning radius and feel, and yet was extremely rugged and could handle snow, ice, wet gravel, sand, etc. The fundamentals of the SUV-ness of the car is really solid. It’s just a great platform.
My mom bought a 2014 CRV lease turn in in 2017. And has drove it since with no issues. And still doesn’t know I drink. I feel like this is every CRV owner.
95% of people want a practical, comfortable, well-built, very reliable and easy to maintain, easy to drive, frugal and accesible car. Take a 2015 BMW X3 and it won’t be nearly in such good shape as this, that’s why CRV and RAV4 are popular.
@@LimitedTimeRoman We love ya, Roman. Even when Mr. Regular is narrating, sometimes I know a line is yours. For all the laughs and thoughtful moments and Cameron Diazes, thanks.
I daily an 04 crv and almost all of this applies. Main differences are mine is a manual with 210,000 miles. The gas mileage isn’t good enough to make it worth wanting to keep driving, but it won’t die and it’s costing me nothing to keep seeing I only drive 1/4 of what I used to. It can be fun in that it spins the fronts wildly for 1.5 seconds before the awd kicks in, but it IS killing me slowly in almost every other aspect.
I have a 2012 model since new with almost 220K miles now. I've tried selling it twice but can't bring myself to let it go. It has been so consistently good and reliable throughout my ownership and I feel like i'll jinx myself if i sell it. It may be boring, but the memories I've made in it aren't.
The still frame walking reminds me of a grade school film strip from 35 years ago. The little white projector that played audio fro a cassette, and there'd be a tone and the librarian would advance film strip to the next frame.
This is a facelift 4th gen, meaning its not a 2014, the last year for the prefacelift that had a k24z6 (not the earth dreams engine). The crv in this video is a 2015 or 2016 model with a k24w9 engine. I dont believe it was a midyear refresh
My wife loves her 2014 crv. We bought it at 75k, and it has about 130k on it now. it's just been tires, oil, and one transmission fluid change. The car has never had any issues of any kind, and has always gotten us where we needed to go, even in snow and over rutted out dirt roads. It has more than enough space for both of us, both of our dogs, and all of our camping gear, and fully loaded we regularly surpass 34mpg even with AWD. We bought it specifically because life is stressful enough without a problematic car, and the crv has been as stress free as humanly possible. It has the perfect balance of technology as well. We have a backup cam, and Bluetooth for the radio, and that's it. I can fix 90% of the car myself, but I still get the modern amenities that I actually care about. If anyone needs a cheap, reliable, do it all car, the crv is your best choice in my humble opinion.
In my country, this is the official car of "suburban family that used to be upper middle class but can barely afford the inflated fuel and repair costs in 2024"
Ah yes, America.
@@pootispiker2866 nah dude thats basically all the world, my parents barely touches its toyota kijang because of fuel prices and that thing was just 2 liter engine.
@@Aercadian Yeah but it is the UK isn't it.
@@ALIGwedew62 I am immune from gas prices haha. But yeah they're insane everywhere right now.
Canada is especially cold, lately
An uninteresting car is the right car for 90% of the population. A car that is affordable to buy, drive and keep while still being decently comfortable and safe is exactly what most people are after.
This. I get my kicks, daily motorcycle commutes for 30 years, decades of spirited adrenaline. My need for speed is more than satisfied so I have no yearning for it in a car. My first car was the family Dodge Dart (the original one, with the Slant Six) and what I want in a car is what I got with that and what you get with the CRV; the most useful, reliable vehicle that money could possibly buy. I have a 2010 Fit with 190K miles- needs only wear items like brake pads, wiper blades, oil changes. I finally replaced the spark pugs, serpentine belt, and transmission fluid for the first time- last year, at 180,000 miles! If I wanted a larger car, I'd buy this 2014 CRV in a heartbeat, and be happy, yea even excited about it, and I'm not prissy enough to car about what it does or does not "project".
Until you realize 90% of the global population would benefit more from public transportation.
@@Lorentz_Driver Easy to say that if you live in a good area for it. Here its completely impossible without inconvenient amounts of busses
It's boring if life is boring, it's fun if life is fun. I enjoyed driving it to the beach, road trips and new locations abroad.
@@Lorentz_Driver🤓
I know a guy who is a senior ED (emergency department) consultant at my local hospital. Probably earns upwards of £100k/$130k a year. Drives one of these from 2006 with 130k miles on it. Truly a car for anyone.
I used to work in the legal field and met several successful lawyers who drive this very generation of CR-V. So you’re right.
the coolest car is a paid off car; he wins.
@@batmitestar1560 emergency department 🤣
There are senior consultants of erectile dysfunction?
It’s crazy the amount of wealthy-ish people that drive Hondas and Toyotas.
"you put mayo on spaghetti and don't use turn signals"
Both are actual war crimes
I do one of these but don’t have the strength to admit which one😶
@@HtothePmaneDon’t need to be shy. If it’s a middle finger to the Italians, it’s just fine.
@@1994CivicGLi After years of hiding,my secret is finally unveiled.Feels good actually,like weight is lifted off of my chest.I hope the AISE don’t come knocking on my door,but it’s worth the freedom i guess😩😂😂😂
What do I need the family car to do?
- Move 4 people and a dog in comfort
- Occasionally carry a van-load of stuff
- Be reliable
What don't I need?
- Amazing handling or performance : The components are more expensive, the fuel is more expensive, and the traffic is too bad to enjoy it anyway
- Unreliability
Yep, it's the automotive equivalent of a fridge. It does the job in a deeply boring and predictable way.
If I want excitement, I use my motorcycle.
I just used the same reference to a refrigerator. I call this kind of vehicle, an "appliance vehicle."
also these mid-2010s CRVs are cheaper than the equivalent RAV4, and are easier to find with heated leather seats
I just bought a 2014 CR-V today, and this describes me to a T. I just want beautiful, boring, comfortable simplicity. My bike handles my fun duties these days.
uhhhh did you nkow the crv in this video has a k24 it can hit 600hp!!!
now THIS is a certified regular car classic
That is not a 2014 Model with a 5-speed Auto trans.
That is a 2015/6 with a CVT & Direct Injection (Bright 'longhorn' Molding below rear window, different grille, different engine cover with Earthdreams label)
You really expect these automotive journalist to know what the fuck they’re talking about? It’s not what they’re saying, it’s how they’re saying it that matters.
U sure?
🤓🤓🤓
Came here to say the same thing. I specifically bought a 2014 for my kid to drive for this exact reason (no DI and no CVT). That’s a 2015 unless they swapped bumpers and lights (doubt it)
Also the head unit came out in 15'
My mom has the '13 model and this thing is the definition of a utility vehicle. Plenty of storage to take me up to college with all my belongings, and it has some underrated towing capacity. Up until I got my pickup we would haul two motorcycles to Birmingham every year, granted it does struggle on hills a bit. That CR-V has been all over the South, from Houston to Nashville, and even though there's no thrills with it, it takes you where you need to go, no question. Love you, Mom.
"...a time in one's life where boredom is preferable to the excitement of uncertainty"
This is why I come to RCR. Darkly beautiful, Roman.
I own this car. I fucking love it. Never gives me problems. Enough space for it to be useful and it’s comfortable. It has the utility of a truck in the back and car styling and feel in the front. This is the car for anyone who doesn’t need a car to fuel their ego. If anyone asked me to suggest a car to them I’d glowingly recommend the CRV to them.
Having driven one a few times, the big things I don't like about it are that a passenger can't pair a phone to the audio system while the car is moving, the audio system sounds like hot garbage, and finally the throttle takes like 2 seconds to react to you pressing the pedal, it's ridiculous. Back when the car had a regular automatic this was much less of a problem, the change to a CVT really ruined the feel.
@@CockatooDude I drive the 2014 before the switch to CVT. If I were a nut about audio, I’d probably go aftermarket. I don’t have issues pairing different phones while the car is moving. Sounds like 2014 might be the year to get. When I was searching for my CRV, the 2014 had the least amount of issues on the old NHTSA website.
@@billistics Yeah seems like it. In that case I'll concede, you got a good car.
What a beautiful review and really struck a chord with me. I have this car and next year she will be 10 years old. Never had a single fault, just fuel oil and tires. You are right - I bought it to have unevenful and comfortable motoring, when I had too many other events going, and it has done just that. This is a car equivalent of having a wife who heals your childhood traumas. It's even nice from behind, kind of like a Volvo SUV.
This car just hugs its occupants and takes care of my family. Even in moderately deep snow, it has always gotten us home. It always gets us to, and most importantly, away from the adventure. This a car that cares about you and was designed by someone who cares.
This video made me feel grateful. You captured the essence here
The official car of merging into highway traffic at 40mph.
The Streets song at the end absolutely made my day. I listened to that album on loop when my first adult love ended. Thank you Roman for all you do.
Such a good album! It took me a second to clue in.
I heard it and was like “I know this” then he put on the accent and I knew it was the streets
Your top 25 of 1995/97 are completely on-point.
Well done!
My dad's favorite car was the first gen CR-V. Perfect and practical SUV that is great for hiking. The trunk lid was a foldable table which is perfect for having a picnic in the woods. My dad even imported 2 of those to Russia, he has owned one for almost 10 years. The flat floor was great and had a lot of cargo space. He went on fishing trips to the woods and survived the Russian harsh environment.
Loved mine too, I really considered importing one because in the states they are torn up. Wish it had made it to the states with a diesel of a 6cyl
When my dad needed a new car a few years ago he bought a 2016 crv because he found one that was too good a deal to pass up. The compass and the electric trunk latch broke every time he got them fixed but other than that you’d never have to think about the car because it always just gets you from a to b with no drama. I don’t know if the crv is ever the right car for anyone but it’s never the wrong car either
For a channel that is named “Regular Car Reviews” we get very few reviews of actual regular, everyday vehicles like this one.
Now if you see a sporty car, it's probably a giveaway
@@3.0TMKreaZ I think the word you meant to say is “Scam” not giveaway
Can you explain to this? I'm new to this channel @@colincraigo5793
If you have to purchase one of these NPC mobiles the 2 gen 2002 - 2006 is in my humble opinion the best option, they're inexpensive, easy to get and you get the fun quirks and features of the 1st gen
(Picnic Table, Full Size Spare, multitudes of interior hidden storage and folding seat configurations)
And the reliable easy maintenance of the newer models (K24, 5 speed torque converter automatic, modern crossover space)
The 2nd gen CRV is on the shortlist of vehicles i would buy without thinking.
I had an 06 CRV, manual, black on black with AWD. Unfortunately I T-boned an F350 with it. Miss that sucker every day. Took it everywhere; it was surprisingly hardy when offroad . Say what you want about it, but it's literally everything you could possibly need out of an SUV. Utility for days and reliability for much, much longer
First Gen CRV has double wishbone suspension based on the civic, b series, tall station wagon roofline, and all the good 90’s Honda attributes. The second Gen has none of those.
I love my 2005 2nd Gen with all my heart. Thing he’s been with me through thick and thin and has driven across the country twice.
@@CaptainTexas92
The second gen has the k series, more interior room, and doesn't rust if yleave if outside overnight in the rain...
The station wagons are supposed to be long, not tall by your logic the ford C-Max is a station wagon.
@@pbfloyd13 mine has never left me stranded I’ve owned it since high school it had 94,000 miles then and it has 315,000 now and sorry what I meant was a tall square roofline not egg shaped. To me while the k series is nice the CRV became a basic chassis and lost all the cool quirks the original had. It’s not a bad car just nothing “special”.
this has gotta be one of if not one of RCR videos in a given time frame
This is or is not a statement made in a particular period of time.
Refreshing to see an actual "regular car" and not yet another circlejerk over a niche enthusiast vehicle.
My wife has one of these, same color, just a 2016 which has the CVT. It's an awesome car. Good mileage, great in the snow, safe, comfortable, and spacious. The CVT actually acts like a CVT and doesn't fake shift. It's got heated cloth seats, and all the creature comforts you would want. It's certainly not an exciting vehicle, but it's as reliable as a wood burning stove, and perfect for my wife and our family. It's a car we don't even have to think about. I do all the scheduled maintenance and my wife racks up the miles. It's great. The only real negative is the wind/road noise at highway speeds. But it doesn't bother the wife so it doesn't bother me. And it will run until the heat death of the universe, which suits us just fine.
My mom recently got a gently used 2020 Accord and I have to agree, I LOVE that Honda doesn't make the CVT fake shift. That thing is scary fast and very quiet. One day I'll probably end up with that car and idk how I feel about that. I like my 5spd 99 civic (which also used to be hers) and my 99 jeep grand cherokee with the 4.0.
The one they're reviewing has the CVT as well because it's actually a 2015, not a 2014 as stated.
You nailed it when you said boring can be welcome compared to uncertainty. The car is reliable so it eliminates the excitement and anxiety about breaking down. The car is good on fuel so it alleviates the anxiety about fuel prices. It was affordable so it alleviated the anxiety of high car payments. It was good in snow so there's more anxiety avoided. What's boring to one person is peace of mind to another.
My car is a Dacia Lodgy.
It is 1.6 litre, single overhead cam, 2 valves per cylinder and no turbo.
It has 89 horsepower.
You would die if you had to drive this.
I absolutely love it. Because it's comfortable (for me), boring, reliable and it just works.
I'd love to see the RCR review on that.
It has wind up windows, no aircon, no central locking, no heated seats, no electric mirrors, no cruise control, no alloy wheels, no metallic paint, no tinted windows, no speakers in the rear, no front fog lights, no screens, no trip computer, it doesn't even have a temperature gauge, well, it would be faster to say what it does have. Which is seats and a steering wheel.
But it cost €6000, does 30 mpg and can probably carry more than modern pickup trucks with their stubby little beds and provides comfortable seating for five.
My car is worse cos it's a Honda Jazz with 95 hp but also CVT trans 0-100 kph in 13.5 seconds 😅 it does have cruise and climate control, auto headlights and wipers and panoramic roof but it's so slow....
I drive a 2008 CRV, it is sexier than the 4th generation, it is 16 years old and has seen other cars come and go in that time, it will make it to 20 easy... its hard to consider getting a different vehicle either new or something interesting because for my lifestyle as a triathlete, trail runner, and documentary filmmaker, nothing has the prospects to do better than what I have. Have been watching RCR for many years.
As a current owner of a 2015 CRV that we bought brand new I can speak directly to the appeal of these things. Currently at 43 years of age with a couple of kids you come to really appreciate a car that just works. Mine currently sets at 150,000 miles and it’s only ever needed one minor repair that would fall outside of standard maintenance.it’s taking us from Chicago to Florida to Texas to Maine through upstate New York and many trips down the Nashville. Always without incident or fuss. It’s just a solid reliable comfortable cruiser that just works. It is exciting as a loaf of white bread, but what makes it boring is probably what makes it an absolutely fantastic car.
Let's also remember that an SUV is very different than a crossover. A crossover is a tall car, and SUV is a truck on a truck chassis with truck stuff.
A box that moves, result.
Should review the gen 1 or 2 CRV. Super loyal following for an older car.
I put all terrain tires on my 2005, a top rack, and slotted rotors. It’s a light off road machine. I will always love it.
I love this channel. But there's a mistake in this episode. I had a 2014 CRV and that's not a 2014. It's 2015 I know because of the lower grill, fog lights and the silver strip on the back lift gate. I loved the one I had, until it developed Electrical problems. It was a good car .
Thanks for some brain.
It's probably less a mistake on the Roman's part and more that the owners just forgot exactly which model year they have.
Built in Swindon, home to a large roundabout.
A large series of roundabouts, and one "magic" one.
Canadian built for us. No Swindon
home to a now empty honda factory and local economic stagnation lmao
True. @@quas392
This looks like what I need, something that drives like a sedan, but capable of hitting potholes without breaking anything.
I have a 2016 , it’s frighteningly reliable…everything Roman describes with worlds beyond a RAV4
My grandma had one of these, it was blue. I remember riding to Sunday school and afterward to McDonald's with my cousins and brother. It always seemed nimble on our twisty country roads
I have an 08 crv with 223,000 miles. It’s been in my family throughout its whole ownership. I love that car, it’s swift in traffic. Has a lot of room and is reliable as hell. I wouldn’t fear driving 1000+ miles away from home with it
My two thousand four honda c r v saved me and my family's life when we got t bone at highway speed. It is also my favorite car because of the good clearance , which helps during snowy mountain winters
My mechanic dailies a 2007 ish CRV with 300k on it. He bought from a customer who was going to trade it in at 200k - they brought it to him once the warranty was done, he knew it inside and out. His co owner at the shop has a Corolla with 280k
Shoutout to the rallycross Mazda 6. I love when people rally just anything at all.
Man these video essays get me every time. This one is especially close to my heart. My Mom and Dad have had ever new model of CRV since ‘97 and I have driven a 2007 CRV that I bought off my Dad in 2010 and I have just clipped over 128,000 miles on that sweet little feller. It’s pretty gutless but it’s quick enough if you hit the green light just right and floor it you can be pretty annoying to most vehicles. Not win! No! But be annoying yes lol. Where it does shine is its reliability and it is a mountain goat for ice and snow. In winter time I often help rescue vehicles with my stock CRV. The all wheel drive just works really well and since it doesn’t have a lot of power it gets great grip. And if you hypermile it, I have achieved a best of 40 miles per gallon and was able to drive a total of 480 miles on one tank of gas. Not too bad. Cheers!
I bought one of these a few years ago. I needed something big enough to get my parents around. Something that could fit adult passengers sometimes in all the seats. Something comfortable for road trips. Something to fit ikea runs. Something boring and reliable. Something that will grow with me as I do (having kids wise). I plan on having this car for a LONG time so I’m not mad at my decision. As I enter my 30s this year I find myself caring less what I drive. I love this car because it’s always there for me and that’s all I need.
Adrenaline, in my soul, something something Cody Rhodes
OMG! The Streets reference at the end. *core memory unlocked*. Spot on for the time period.
The word boring was used several times, but I agree, this serves as an appliance and is steady and dependable, my wife loves the model.
a young lady I know put over 300k on a 1st gen. Sold it and bought a 4th gen. which now has over 150k on it. She swears that other than basic maintenance, both have been perfectly reliable. For that, I have a lot of respect for these uninspiring cars.
I drove my older sister's cr-v for a day. my only experience with hondas up until then was an accord manual and despite both having 2.4L engines these two vehicles couldn't be more different.
the accord just wanted to move. the only language that thing understood was violence and it was a blast to drive.
the cr-v on the other hand felt subdued. it wasn't a bad car, but it's not something I have any striking memories of either. it was just there.
I can't wait to see you in my home city of Melbourne, Australia towards the end of the year - I've been watching you for ages and ages and glad you'll be making the trip down here.
They need to test drive an Alphard!!
I had a 2009 CR-V that I recently sold with 205k km (~130k miles). Thing ran like a top, got the fuel economy Honda said it should. Back in 2009. Everything worked, yes even the AC, it never left me stranded, never stopped working, and I took it on 2, 2000km roadtrips in the 2 years I owned it.
It wasn't exciting, couldn't get out of it's own way, was great on gas, so big inside I'm convinced it was non-euclidian, and did absolutely everything I asked of it without complaint.
I would 100% buy one again, without hesitation, yes. It's exactly the perfect 4 wheeled box to get from Place A to Place B.
Also the stereo was really good, surprisingly.
I own this exact same CRV just one year newer. It is reliable, comfortable, good in the snow. It even gets 28 average MPG. Literally has everything MOST people need in a daily driver.
weird vid. CR-Vs from 2008-2014ish were bullet proof. had a 2009, drove for 10 years and 200k, gave it my parents and they have put another 30k on it and are still driving it today...other than routine, we have had to replace the AC compressor...that's it. There is a recall about rot, but nothing on this one. You aren't going to find anything like this today, all the electronics are going to fail on new cars and these will still be on the road.
I got a 2012 of these from my mother and I adore the way I know it will never die. The 5spd auto they had until the refresh with the older engine still kicks some life out. It’s almost fun when I have to floor it to avoid an idiot swerving in a LIFTED DODGE RAAAAM going from 80-95 on the interstate
PS - that’s a 2015 or later. 2014 was pre-facelift and pre-saddening
18:56 ' dont take a boring simplistic life for granted' as a silver corolla drifts past.... 😄😀
I keep seeing people describe the CRV as "comfortable"...and my question to those people is, have you ever ridden in a vehicle that actually IS comfortable? My opinion is somewhat skewed bc I drive an Acura RLX (Honda's former flagship luxury sedan), and that car ACTUALLY is comfortable.
My dad had a 2011 model CRV, and I hated every second I had to spend in it....just like the mid 2000's Civics: rock hard cloth seats, crappy audio system, sluggish powertrain, rickety ride, unacceptable levels of road and wind noise coming into the cabin, the list goes on and on.
There is absolutely no redeeming quality to this vehicle except for the reliability. Why buy this piece of crap when for the same price of one of these new, there's way better options out there on the used market?!
I own a 2015 LX. Its boring, its cheap, easy to fix, great on gas and dead reliable. I would say the one in the video has the newer Earth Dreams engine with the CVT. Honestly as long as you do the fluid change every 30k with Honda HCF-2 fluid, it will last you a long time. The fluid change is actually easier than an oil surprisingly, though CVT fluid smells terrible. Also spray sea foam to get rid of the carbon build up. People can crap on CVTs for its souless feel, and yeah its not a car to be having fun in. Its literally an appliance just like the Rav4.
If you are looking to purchase one, I would recommend the 2012-2014 with the legendary set up that will go almost 1 Mil miles. The 2015-2016 models are a bit nicer but hard to tell how the previous owners have taken care of them since most of the demographic are suburban moms. Always change the fluids especially the CVT fluid with Honda genuine and each change just need 4 quarts depending if you have FWD or AWD. I will not go for the turbo engines, those are worse in comparison to the old K24s.
The CRV is what I call an "appliance vehicle." It will safely, economically, and reliably get you where you need to go with no more emotional connection than one has with their refrigerator. It's the kind of vehicle I recommend to non-enthusiasts.
It's finally dethroned the Corolla as the "I just need a car, I don't care which" car
My mom is so old fashioned. The center console of her CRV is filled with SO many CD jewel cases packed like she was going for a Tetris high score that I can't fit my hand down there for the built-in USB dongle whenever I drive it.
CR-Vs are the scourge of California and I have noticed this exclusivity to the state. The consumers thereof (especially the newest models beyond 2014) are the most aloof, left lane bandit, guaranteed to be "careful" to a point of eminent danger, most uninvested in the business of driving, eyes permanently forward, heaven's waiting room chariot (replacing the Buick Park Avenue in our recent mythology) drivers. CR-V -- Carol Rarely Vigilant | Careless Regressive Vapid --- I have worse ones. When I see these tail lights pointing skyward, I think of the flags on a recumbent bicycle. It's good they are there because they're bound to do something idiotic meriting the extra warning.
I live in Tennessee and they’ve all come from California in their top trim 2024 crvs, they really are some of the most dangerous driver
oh god yea. one time i bumped into one with maryland plates that was going 35 in a 55 in the front lane and i can't tell you how many times i've gotten stuck behind ones going 5-10 under to a point where i just instinctively pass em nowadays.
are you sure? that sounds like some Nissan rogue/Subaru energy there.
I'd actually like a Buick with the 3.8 more than this, but only because it's cheap, reliable, and simple; and it's not another crossover. :3
i hardly see any cr-vs, probably a coastal city thing
my neighbour has a green one. though 'green' is too strong a word, it's green the way '90s gold corollas are gold, only as a way to distinguish it from grey. there's absolutely nothing wrong with it.
I had an AWD 2008 EX CRV. Absolutely loved it. Had that thing up and down mountain roads, family camping, cross country drives and the front seats laid flat to the back and, the back seats reclined creating a place to stretch out. Lost it in 2019 to a not at fault accident. Would have still owned it today
My dad was the most painfully average baby boomer when it came to cars. When my parents had kids, he bought a used Pinto station wagon, he started making a little more money, and they got an early Escort wagon, then he got THE BIG promotion and got a maroon '87 Taurus wagon. He drove that till the transmission imploded on a desolate stretch of GA state highway in 2000. Then he bought an off lease '97 CRV, and drove it for another decade.
A group of my friends are hard-core car nuts. Most of us race, and we've been known to rent a track just to beat on our cars for a couple of days. When I mentioned that one of my kids was looking to buy a CR-V of the same generation as in the vid, the consensus was that it's a nearly perfect transportation appliance, and if we weren't all raving lunatics, it's what we'd own.
The first gen Cr-V is a gem, 90’s Honda double wishbone suspension, based on the 6th gen civic, the “big block” b series, perfectly laid out sensible interior design all pre 2000 Hondas had, and the versatile nature to raise or lower the suspension and make it a nice off-roader or a station wagon EK. Granted it all ended with the second gen CRV when it got its own chassis.
Great analysis, I felt nostalgic with those lists of things from '95 and '97. I liked seeing this generation, because I barely remember anything from 2014!
I get what you mean about living a "boring" unexciting life, it's relaxing, low stress, and frees you up to enjoy what you want to enjoy and do what you want to do.
I remember when the CRV debuted in 97 being reviewed on car and driver (with the picnick table). I never knew the letters stood for anything, very cool.
Had a Honda CRV 2003 EX for the longest time. Loved that car. It handled well, I drove that thing into the ground. Eventually like all good things, it too, hit an end. A mechanic who knew how to replace transmissions bought it from me, so I hope good old Bucky is still out there being the best CRV he can be.
I almost bought a newer Honda CRV but went with a Subaru for my next car. I love the CRVs but the transmissions issues did scare me away from a used one, and the new ones were a bit out of my price range.
This is one of the most regular cars of all time. Woeful.
Thats a 15 or 16 refresh. The 14 didnt have a motorized fold out tou h screen with hudden CD player or the "moustache" chrome trim under the tailgate glass.
That blinded by the lights parody was amazing. Definitely not too obscure a reference for anyone British who was teenaged or early twenties in the 00’s.
Honda cars are a symbol of success in my country. It means that, you've made it in life.
As someone who has driven this car for 5 years. It's reliable, gas efficient, and a decent starter car. It has plenty of room for all my stuff as a college student. Although power on this car is lacking and the seats are very firm. The A/C compressors on these cars aren't the best, had to replace mine last year on my 2015 and it was 3 grand to fix. The driving position is awkward. As a 6 foot male I can either have the steering wheel close to me or enough legroom but I cant have both. Would I buy this car again? Probably not since the actual driving experience is lacking. My next car will probably be a 4 runner or a ram 1500
I inherited a 2014 CR-V from my grandfather last year right before I went to college. As far as I know he got it new. So far it’s been the most reliable car I’ve owned and, despite it being even more basic than this example (which may or may not be a 2014), I love it. Maybe l just like “boring” cars (my first car is a Volvo 240), but it’s nice to just have a car that *works* for once.
They got it wrong. It's actually a 2015 in the video.
When Roman kept talking about how boring this was, all I could think of was “And you own a 22 year old Camry!” Kudos for him owning up to that. Boring can be good.
I've had my 2014 CRV for over a year now. It's been a great car all around. Ive been across the country in it, camped in it multiple times, and i loved every minute.
Its also the most "sport" SUV I've ever driven, its much faster and handles better than both my old chevy s10 blazer, and nissan pathfinder. Also the AWD has been great even on super slushy mud roads. 9/10 just wish it had better clearance under the vehicle.
the official car of going under the speed limit in the fast lane.
And getting upset when someone passes you on the right.
I was looking for this comment because I experience this on a near daily basis. They just be cruising along not a care in the world
No 2nd gen review, no tables
Owned one of these for 6 years, 110k miles. 1 set of new tires and oil changes every 5k was all the maintenance I had to do for it, extremely boring but the most reliable car I ever owned
I used to work at a Honda dealership and these were oddly my favorite generation of C-RV, even more than the newer ones.
i have a 2011, the previous model. i'll never quit driving it. fits a bike, good mileage, fast enough and reliable.
I work in a thrift store warehouse, and this is the number one most common vehicle I see giving donations. The number of CRVs probably outweigh the amount of other honda vehicles I see on a daily basis in general.
Yup, that's me...I hit the age where I decided my vehicle wasn't an extension of who I thought I was (my Sentra SE-R filled that role a few years ago). My CR-V is bulletproof, roomy enough, comfy enough, efficient enough, and spacious enough for anything I need in my life, and it does everything without requiring any sort of mental energy on my end.
My 2015 CRV is the only new car I've ever purchased. Multiple cross country road trips, camping trips, commuting around both Los Angeles and Wisconsin. Car still runs perfectly.
As it should, that's not that many miles. Have you checked for any carbon buildup on the valves. That's usually a big problem with direct injected engines.
Hey thanks for the tip @@CockatooDude! I'm due for some maintenance and will make sure to mention/check.
before honda went dumb and dropped the k24 for the dogshit l15.Those CRV were good for a lifetime if you took care of the cam gear.
I love my ‘21 CR-V! Have taken it on three long distance road trips since I’ve had it and was far more comfortable than any other vehicle I’ve owned. I plan on holding on to it for a good long while!
Both the CRV and Rav4 started as nice little boxy crossovers and then got boring re-designs in the 2000.
Every CRV I see driving has gotten their licenses out of fucking cereal boxes.
The Honda crv: the national car of “I get on the highway at 35 miles per hour then immediately cut across all the lanes to the left lane. The left lane is the best lane. It’s always wide open highway in front of me. Why are these people tailgating each other behind me? Why are they flashing me their headlights and honking? Maniacs”
The CR-V really is THE official car of doing 55MPH in the left lane. I'm stuck behind more of these than I am stuck behind Prius drivers and ex-Prius-driving Tesla drivers... and that says a lot.
I owned a 2015 CR-V (which is actually what this model is, NOT a 2014, but that's beside the point... ) This description/review is spot-on to my experience of ownership! Bland, boring, just did it's job day in & day out. So correct in saying the days just go by turning into weeks, months, years after driving this thing. Bought with 102k miles, got rid of with 150k. Never any problems, but I still couldn't stand driving or owning that thing...
I own a 2014 Honda CRV and you absolutely nailed every aspect of this car, especially what it’s like to drive. 100% appliance. After owning a succession of VWs and Audis, appliance is a compliment. And yup, in the future will probably drive something more fun as daily, but with a family it’s so easy. Loved the video. Laughed out loud a bunch of times and shared with my sister (who bought the same model after driving mine.)
Finally. An actual regular car on Regular Car Reviews.
We had a 2008 Acura RDX, admittedly it had a hotter motor and SH-AWD but it’s the same platform. It’s a really good platform, it handled very well, had an excellent car-like turning radius and feel, and yet was extremely rugged and could handle snow, ice, wet gravel, sand, etc. The fundamentals of the SUV-ness of the car is really solid. It’s just a great platform.
My mom bought a 2014 CRV lease turn in in 2017. And has drove it since with no issues. And still doesn’t know I drink. I feel like this is every CRV owner.
I have one of these. And it's great for doing exactly what it's supposed to. VTEC kicks in at 5k so there's that.
95% of people want a practical, comfortable, well-built, very reliable and easy to maintain, easy to drive, frugal and accesible car. Take a 2015 BMW X3 and it won’t be nearly in such good shape as this, that’s why CRV and RAV4 are popular.
that Streets tune will forever make me feel like i'm coming up on MDMA
I genuinely didn't think people would get the reference. I'm so glad to be among friends here.
@@LimitedTimeRoman We love ya, Roman. Even when Mr. Regular is narrating, sometimes I know a line is yours. For all the laughs and thoughtful moments and Cameron Diazes, thanks.
My girl's 1st Gen CR-V AWD Transmission is coded as MDMA.
If you manage to meet up with Wade aka Dankpods aka Garbage Time while in Australia, Tony the Polski Fiat will blow that bottom five out of the water
Pretty funny someone with the nickname "The Roman" wants Cody to finish the story at Wrestlemania
From one Roman to another, I hope he takes a nice, long vacation after Mania...just not with the belt.
I daily an 04 crv and almost all of this applies. Main differences are mine is a manual with 210,000 miles. The gas mileage isn’t good enough to make it worth wanting to keep driving, but it won’t die and it’s costing me nothing to keep seeing I only drive 1/4 of what I used to. It can be fun in that it spins the fronts wildly for 1.5 seconds before the awd kicks in, but it IS killing me slowly in almost every other aspect.
I have a 2012 model since new with almost 220K miles now. I've tried selling it twice but can't bring myself to let it go. It has been so consistently good and reliable throughout my ownership and I feel like i'll jinx myself if i sell it. It may be boring, but the memories I've made in it aren't.
The still frame walking reminds me of a grade school film strip from 35 years ago. The little white projector that played audio fro a cassette, and there'd be a tone and the librarian would advance film strip to the next frame.
"The glorious simplicity of consistent, unbothered operation."
*the warhammer 40k mechanicus has entered the chat*
This is a facelift 4th gen, meaning its not a 2014, the last year for the prefacelift that had a k24z6 (not the earth dreams engine). The crv in this video is a 2015 or 2016 model with a k24w9 engine. I dont believe it was a midyear refresh
I’m sorry but as soon as I hear Nick’s voice I watch something else
I’m sorry
My wife loves her 2014 crv. We bought it at 75k, and it has about 130k on it now. it's just been tires, oil, and one transmission fluid change. The car has never had any issues of any kind, and has always gotten us where we needed to go, even in snow and over rutted out dirt roads. It has more than enough space for both of us, both of our dogs, and all of our camping gear, and fully loaded we regularly surpass 34mpg even with AWD. We bought it specifically because life is stressful enough without a problematic car, and the crv has been as stress free as humanly possible. It has the perfect balance of technology as well. We have a backup cam, and Bluetooth for the radio, and that's it. I can fix 90% of the car myself, but I still get the modern amenities that I actually care about. If anyone needs a cheap, reliable, do it all car, the crv is your best choice in my humble opinion.
"The glorious simplicity of consistent unbothered operation" - what a great line!