** Huge issue with Oil contamination ( Gas in Oil ) .1.5L Turbo engine. It's NOT just in extreme cold weather , either. Huge China recall on the 1.5T engine about 6 months ago about 500, 000 CRV's . Honda has DONE NOTHING in North America with same issue !!! Gas in Oil is huge issue . Engines will fail after warrantee period , prematurely , after warrantee . CAN be safety issue , as well .
Real reason why The Honda CRV is probably best in class is because they have Rear climate controls and flat floors in the back seat area. That Large cargo area is good as well.
I was seriously considering the HR-V But am now considering the CR-V. I need the magic seats! But the Acura RDX is still on the top of my list. 😊 To be continued...
A fairly comprehensive if rather dry review, filled with qualifiers like "fairly attractive interior". No mention of options (or prices) available. The 4-wheel drive is expensive. You can load these babies up with things like: roof rack about $800; running boards about $700; trailer hitch maybe $600; doorsill illuminated plates about $500, etc.
Why the USA version don't have electric folding of the mirrors and head-up display? The brazilian version fold electrically and have the head-up display
Wow! After MUCH further "review" if you are into turbo get the Touring! It is awesome! The quality of the leather is even better! No it is not a "race car" and has lag off the line unless in "S" mode but wow! The Touring has noticeable positive differences all around vs. non Touring models. That being said, if you are not into turbo the 2.4L non turbo is not to be sneezed at either. With the non turbo new CRV simply add a high flow air filter to the engine. You will 100% notice the difference. The Touring is SO NICE! I am sure Honda will eventually offer the NUTS 250+ HP 2.0T from the new Accords at some point but that is a bit much for this old man ha! This actually is the best CRV ever! I went from a 2004 LX CRV that spun like a top for hundreds of thousands of miles to this new turbo. Biggest performance difference is the off the line 2 second "turbo lag" when not in "S"(sport) gear. Aside from that the new CRV has more ground clearance vs my old beloved 04, more room inside all around and better brakes. NOTE-the turbo CRV loves 93+ octane vs 87. I notice the difference that is for sure. Good luck!
Anybody who owns the 2018/2019 cr v touring please tell me if has the oil delusion problem , i traded the exl 2018 for the exl 2019 and they both stall... thanks
Brandon Woodson No it’s a compact crossover and always has been. It’s never been classified as midsized as that title belongs to the Pilot. The HR-V is a subcompact crossover that competes with the Toyota CH-R and Kia Soul which aren’t compacts.
Sean Brennan I recall seeing a panoramic sunroof option at the dealer's. Options were not discussed in the video nor the distinguishing features of the top model vs. The EX.
Pretty sure it is. The Canadian version has heated steering wheel and a panoramic moonroof on the Touring trim. Other countries get these features too.
CR-V has bigger cabin, larger cargo space, better fuel efficiency, advance technology with an IIHS Top Safety Pick+... moreover, it has earned top honors from MotorTrend, Car and Driver, Kelly Blue Book, AutoGuide 🥇... no other vehicle in any other category has received such accolades... too good for the competition.
You guys are nuts. The crv front end is horrible. Mazda is so much nicer looking, unfortunately the crv is better everywhere else. That bulky chrome grill is ugly.
I love my CR-V LX 💯
This is truly a Honda in spirit!!
This is like the ONE cat I wouldn't mind having a black interior in.
** Huge issue with Oil contamination ( Gas in Oil ) .1.5L Turbo engine. It's NOT just in extreme cold weather , either. Huge China recall on the 1.5T engine about 6 months ago about 500, 000 CRV's . Honda has DONE NOTHING in North America with same issue !!! Gas in Oil is huge issue . Engines will fail after warrantee period , prematurely , after warrantee . CAN be safety issue , as well .
Jamesonthemoon is it fixed?
Wish it came with a panoramic roof, 360 parking assist.
Here in Canada 🇨🇦 we have a panoramic roof
That's. Escape u just talked about lol
Blind spot monitor is superior to lane watch. I love my BSM on my 2017.
I love this review and my 2018 Honda CR-V EX AWD!
Very thorough review. Good job.
Side view visibility is NOT good for blind spots. Adjustments are definitely necessary. LX does not have a Home Screen for Bluetooth navigation
Real reason why The Honda CRV is probably best in class is because they have Rear climate controls and flat floors in the back seat area. That Large cargo area is good as well.
I got the ex l yesterday, so happy :*)
I was seriously considering the HR-V But am now considering the CR-V. I need the magic seats! But the Acura RDX is still on the top of my list. 😊 To be continued...
Ellie's Fur Momma What did you end up getting?
just bought a white 2019 EXL Love it.
My Honda CR-V EX L 2018 cannot wait to drive it, all we have to do sign some paperwork.
I have one and I love it so much.. save gas like crazy..
brian her Same here! I have a 2017 I love it! Great on gas and love the safety features!
A fairly comprehensive if rather dry review, filled with qualifiers like "fairly attractive interior". No mention of options (or prices) available. The 4-wheel drive is expensive. You can load these babies up with things like: roof rack about $800; running boards about $700; trailer hitch maybe $600; doorsill illuminated plates about $500, etc.
Why the USA version don't have electric folding of the mirrors and head-up display? The brazilian version fold electrically and have the head-up display
I don't get, it either go LED on Fog-lights or get rid of them all together.
Exactly! The halogen lights ruin the look of the front end!
Just buy inexpensive LED replacement bulbs from Amazon. I did and they look great. Easy mod.
Look at dynamicdiode
Wow! After MUCH further "review" if you are into turbo get the Touring! It is awesome! The quality of the leather is even better! No it is not a "race car" and has lag off the line unless in "S" mode but wow! The Touring has noticeable positive differences all around vs. non Touring models.
That being said, if you are not into turbo the 2.4L non turbo is not to be sneezed at either. With the non turbo new CRV simply add a high flow air filter to the engine. You will 100% notice the difference.
The Touring is SO NICE! I am sure Honda will eventually offer the NUTS 250+ HP 2.0T from the new Accords at some point but that is a bit much for this old man ha! This actually is the best CRV ever! I went from a 2004 LX CRV that spun like a top for hundreds of thousands of miles to this new turbo. Biggest performance difference is the off the line 2 second "turbo lag" when not in "S"(sport) gear.
Aside from that the new CRV has more ground clearance vs my old beloved 04, more room inside all around and better brakes. NOTE-the turbo CRV loves 93+ octane vs 87. I notice the difference that is for sure. Good luck!
Bryan McHugh thx
Nice review! A thoughtful engineering and design, it's the best compact crossover available in the market so far
Weird that in Canada you get a panoramic sunroof on the Touring, but not in the USA?
Allahuma sholi ala sayidina muhammad wa ala ali muhammad
Why did you not fold the seats all the way down ?
Curious to see your review on the new Accord.
Akhil Bolla 2L turbo with 252hp 10 speed beautiful
Walter 777 that is what I want him to review The 2.0T Touring.
Unfortunately the 2.0T will come out in December I think!
Didn't mention if passenger seat is power or manual? 2016 version was manual seat...
Anything important that's changed from the 2017?
Just a price hike on all trims for the CR-V ranging from 100-200$
No hard button to change the climate zones without going through the screen? I hate that on the Mustang too.
Nice job!!
what happened to the startup chime?
I’m surprised this vehicles won motor trend suv of the year for 2018, the other being from 2015
The crv touring has a passenger side camera for turn signal? Like ex_ex-l?
Will the CRV ever get a 2.0 turbo in the future?
iggi The 1.5 is more than enough for drivers texting and driving.
iggi the 2.0 turbo is available in Canada
jean brisly no
Que bonito carro ya quiero esa camioneta
Do the lights turn on an off by themselves when you turn the car on
Nice,i love it.
CR-V I-VTEC SE
I already have this car and it’s black .honda crv 2018
Masum Khan I, too, wear socks.
How do you like it.
Can you put extra seats at the back
Can you do the CR-V LX model?
I wish CRV would have a engine from Accord 2L turbo with 252hp 10 speed !!!
Walter 777 Just like a Subaru forester XT
Walter 777 the new Acura RDX with equipped with that.
Walter 777 Then you would cry it’s not good on gas.
blackericdenice still better then a cvt
Akhil Bolla the Forester does have a cvt transmission
Touring with a hood prop?
I will like to buy it sir
That center console looks terrible, the flimsy plastic cover just looks so cheap. Deciding between this and a 2018 CX-5
What do you mean that the CRV is "Notoriously" known?
As in it sells more then what you probably think is a good car lol
Anybody who owns the 2018/2019 cr v touring please tell me if has the oil delusion problem , i traded the exl 2018 for the exl 2019 and they both stall... thanks
Cuanto sales
It’s not a compact crossover. The hrv is. It’s a compact only compared to suv,s.
Brandon Woodson No it’s a compact crossover and always has been. It’s never been classified as midsized as that title belongs to the Pilot. The HR-V is a subcompact crossover that competes with the Toyota CH-R and Kia Soul which aren’t compacts.
Sorry excuse my ignorance, I am a big car guy. I watch alot of this channel’s video.
Still NO Panoramic Sunroof, LED Fog Lights or 360 Surround Camera...? All while options available in other countries...
Sean Brennan I recall seeing a panoramic sunroof option at the dealer's. Options were not discussed in the video nor the distinguishing features of the top model vs. The EX.
Sean Brennan I mean you could just get one from Canada. It has everything you said, except the 360 camera.
It's a Honda not a Cadillac lmao.
+quicktjc1 Those options are available in other countries..... learn how to read kid
Okudzeto Ackah No their not lmao dumb ass.
Does this car have hill assist?
Right/Left tailgate gaps - appears misaligned?
The left one seems tad bit higher than the left one
I thought the 2018 wouldn't be available until December at the earliest...
Me too, but they just rolled out the 2018s. They're just carried over from 2017 though. I own a 2017 Touring AWD and I love it!
Would you or anybody else know if Honda does cashback on the previous year model? I can't see any deals on the 2017
Not cashback, but holdback. If you tell me your zip I'll tell you how much the dealer pays for a CR-V. Tell me the trim, too.
mtlh05 Its the same exact car. Just the designation and price changed.
Edi Spahiu 2018 Honda CR-V Ex, zip 07071. Thanks
THE BEEP IS ANNOYING. CAN IT BE TURNED DOWN OR OFF.
BlackCat 56 YOU COMMENTING THE SAME DAMN THING TWICE IS ANNOYING. CAN IT BE TURNED ON OR OFF
I like 😘😘😘
Those wheels thou.
@3:26 We have the same shoes!!! I've had mine for over 4 years, and I love them. :)
HA!
You could have talked about the cargo space much more. Im looking to replace our glk350 for more cargo space crossover suv.
Is this the US version? Please excuse my ignorance
Pretty sure it is. The Canadian version has heated steering wheel and a panoramic moonroof on the Touring trim. Other countries get these features too.
Simmer Pete Awesome! Thank you!
Simmer Pete I don’t know why they cost cut the American version
Hao420 Acura is sold in Canada
Come on my man. Actually driving this sucker isn't part of the review? Oh well, pretty good info other then that.
Beautiful...
A conversation mirror?
Gary Thomas yes I caught that word too. I thought it was a baby mirror. However, it might just help with backseat conversation.
It’s technically called a “conversation mirror” but it’s basically a baby mirror
THE BEEP IS EXTREMELY ANNOYING.
you go WAY toooooooo fast
Oh a calculator app! :P
Its the same as the 2017?
stockjonebills You were expecting another makeover?
Pretty much. They added Black Leather choice to the modern steel metallic. LOL.
blackericdenice He was expecting something different but not too much makeover 🙄🙄
I'm watching this inside a crv
Fixed ur audio body.... it's really annoying .
the front looks like the ford edge
J.R.'s Car Reviews not really.
Cx5 2018 better from the inside out
rosta hang noo and slower
not really
I disagree. I test-drive both, I ended up buying the 2018 CR V EX L. It's the best!!!
CR-V has bigger cabin, larger cargo space, better fuel efficiency, advance technology with an IIHS Top Safety Pick+... moreover, it has earned top honors from MotorTrend, Car and Driver, Kelly Blue Book, AutoGuide 🥇... no other vehicle in any other category has received such accolades... too good for the competition.
rosta hang
Honda CR-V #1 in Compact SUV
Mazda CX5 #2 in Compact SUV
Previous gen CR V's front end is much better looking imo.. I can't stand how fugly this thing is
interior looks really cheap, cheap plastic look and the shift stick is like 90's style.
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Honda’s AWD sucks! Buy a Subaru for real AWD .
Subaru is over rated there to low to the ground I heard from people that it not that great in the snow and expensive to fix
Barclay no. Lmao
Front end is ugly and shifter is in a weird spot.
Davis your front end is ugly and your shifter is small and in a weird spot
u have no taste...thats the most beautiful honda crv ever made
Xela Oso ouch
Davis - Looks better than its competitors like the Mazda CX-5, Hyundai Tuscon and Toyota Highlander.
You guys are nuts. The crv front end is horrible. Mazda is so much nicer looking, unfortunately the crv is better everywhere else. That bulky chrome grill is ugly.
The Honda is ugly yucky no thanks nissan is better looking than this Honda
Yucky, buy an Escape or CX-5