Topic: Test Drive: 2017 Honda CR-V

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[dirtyjeffer]

this vehicle is high on my parents list for their next car purchase.

the beginning of this paragraph is hard to read:

"As CR-V long has, at-hand storage galore is on full offer – implemented in volume, and with numerous thoughtful touches that delight pack-rat motorists like your writer."

perhaps it needs to be reworded a bit.

regarding the heat, my Rio5 with its 1.6L engine takes a while to warm up when it is quite cold out too (-15C is pretty chilly)...the heated seats and steering wheel help keep me warm, but i do notice it does take a while when it is really cold...i do find if you can get your speed up, it will be much quicker (for example, jump onto a rural road or highway versus plenty of stop and go in the city).

haven't driven one of these, but they do look like a very good choice in the segment.

[Noto]

I generally like this car, but not the new styling or the price compared to competitors with higher output engine options.

It's funny - the Corolla pumps out heat within 2-3km of driving sans turbo. I don't think it's displacement only - but I don't have expertise in such matters.

[Great_Big_Abyss]

I generally like this car, but not the new styling or the price compared to competitors with higher output engine options.

It's funny - the Corolla pumps out heat within 2-3km of driving sans turbo. I don't think it's displacement only - but I don't have expertise in such matters.

To be fair, the cold you experience in Southern Ontario, and cold that Justin experiences in Northern Ontario (it's almost Winnipeg cold, folks) are completely different, and absolutely impactsthe amount of time it takes for a vehicle to start pumping heat into the cabin.

[kings10]

The CR-V is high on my list to replace the Sienna.  The big draw for me is the availability of the electronic safety suite at every trim level except base.  I think only the Forester is comparable in that aspect. 

[Niklasky]

This one is high on my list too. I'm looking to get the new car in the next few months, and I will compare this with the upcoming new Mazda CX-5.

I like the standard remote starter, the large sunroof, the foot activated power liftgate, etc.

[Noto]

To be fair, the cold you experience in Southern Ontario, and cold that Justin experiences in Northern Ontario (it's almost Winnipeg cold, folks) are completely different, and absolutely impacts the amount of time it takes for a vehicle to start pumping heat into the cabin.

You do realize that it goes down to -30s in Ottawa, right?

Not everything has to be a pissing contest

[Great_Big_Abyss]

To be fair, the cold you experience in Southern Ontario, and cold that Justin experiences in Northern Ontario (it's almost Winnipeg cold, folks) are completely different, and absolutely impacts the amount of time it takes for a vehicle to start pumping heat into the cabin.

You do realize that it goes down to -30s in Ottawa, right?

Not everything has to be a pissing contest

I wasn't turning it into a pissing contest.  I was merely trying to explain why a vehicle may take longer to warm up in Northern Ontario than in Southern Ontario.

And you'd better bet your ass it's colder in Sudbury than it is in Ottawa.  No politicians warming the place up in Sudbury!

[JRM]

I am contemplating a CUV to replace my '14 Passat when the lease expires in 10 months.  I'm  sure the CR-V is a decent vehicle to drive and is well built etc., but, like most newer Honda's, it's styling is sooo ugly, and I wouldn't want such a small displacement engine in a vehicle of this heft, especially with AWD.  Both shortcomings are deal breakers for me.  In fact the only two compact CUV's that interest me, the upcoming Tiguan and CX-5, haven't even hit the lots yet.

[JohnnyMac]

The CR-V is high on my list to replace the Sienna.  The big draw for me is the availability of the electronic safety suite at every trim level except base.  I think only the Forester is comparable in that aspect.

I would have thought a person who drives a Toyota product would know that the Rav4 also comes with all these safety features from base model onward.

[kings10]

The CX-5 is interesting (styling, assumed driving pleasure), but I think it might be a little on the small side inside compared to the CR-V.  My family was test-fitting the CUVs at the Autoshow and my son mentioned that the rear door on the 2016.5 CX-5 was "really small".  Don't think it will change much on the new CX-5.  Ironically, the only CUV I felt I couldn't move driver's seat rearward quite far enough was the CR-V's.  I'll have to see if I can adjust the height to compensate closer to buying time.

Here's another good, in-depth review on the CR-V: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEciu_A-1fw

[kings10]

The CR-V is high on my list to replace the Sienna.  The big draw for me is the availability of the electronic safety suite at every trim level except base.  I think only the Forester is comparable in that aspect.

I would have thought a person who drives a Toyota product would know that the Rav4 also comes with all these safety features from base model onward.

Oops, got me there.  RAV4 not really on my radar since it's a bit old, but you're right.

[CSH]

I dont know why Honda does not attract me if i were to buy a vehicle. If i want a reliable vehicle toyota is usually cheaper and less cost to maintain. If i want something sporty it's mazda. OFC there are other brands buy usually people compare honda and toyota before buying

[Niklasky]

The upcoming CX-5 is sexier, no doubt, but in terms of power and handling, the new CR-V might just be a little more engaging and fun to drive.

They are very similarly equipped, however the CR-V does have standard remote start, and while you can install it on the CX-5 at the dealership, the factory installed remote start systems are usually programmable (heated seats/steering wheel and heating settings, electric seat memory settings, etc).

The CR-V also has the foot activated power tailgate. No biggie there, but nice to have.

I do like the auto-dimming side view mirrors and HUD in the Mazda though. It will be a tough decision...

[EV-Light]

I am contemplating a CUV to replace my '14 Passat when the lease expires in 10 months.  I'm  sure the CR-V is a decent vehicle to drive and is well built etc., but, like most newer Honda's, it's styling is sooo ugly, and I wouldn't want such a small displacement engine in a vehicle of this heft, especially with AWD.  Both shortcomings are deal breakers for me.  In fact the only two compact CUV's that interest me, the upcoming Tiguan and CX-5, haven't even hit the lots yet.

I think it looks fantastic! it hits most highs for styling with me. I also have no problem with the turbo engine, it seems like it can keep up with the competition:

E.g. CRV vs Tiguan

CRV:
Zero to 60 mph: 7.6 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 21.5 sec
Zero to 110 mph: 28.8 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph: 8.1 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 4.2 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 5.3 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 16.0 sec @ 89 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 124 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 166 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad*: 0.82 g

Tiguan:
Zero to 60 mph: 7.7 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 22.0 sec
Zero to 110 mph: 29.6 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph: 8.1 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 4.0 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 5.8 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 16.0 sec @ 88 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 119 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 185 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.79 g

Source: C&D

[Solstice2006]

The CX-5 is interesting (styling, assumed driving pleasure), but I think it might be a little on the small side inside compared to the CR-V.  My family was test-fitting the CUVs at the Autoshow and my son mentioned that the rear door on the 2016.5 CX-5 was "really small".  Don't think it will change much on the new CX-5.  Ironically, the only CUV I felt I couldn't move driver's seat rearward quite far enough was the CR-V's.  I'll have to see if I can adjust the height to compensate closer to buying time.

Here's another good, in-depth review on the CR-V: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEciu_A-1fw

IIRC, the 2017 CX-5 has rear doors with a wider opening. 

[dirtyjeffer]

I am contemplating a CUV to replace my '14 Passat when the lease expires in 10 months.  I'm  sure the CR-V is a decent vehicle to drive and is well built etc., but, like most newer Honda's, it's styling is sooo ugly, and I wouldn't want such a small displacement engine in a vehicle of this heft, especially with AWD.  Both shortcomings are deal breakers for me.  In fact the only two compact CUV's that interest me, the upcoming Tiguan and CX-5, haven't even hit the lots yet.

I think it looks fantastic! it hits most highs for styling with me. I also have no problem with the turbo engine, it seems like it can keep up with the competition:

E.g. CRV vs Tiguan

CRV:
Zero to 60 mph: 7.6 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 21.5 sec
Zero to 110 mph: 28.8 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph: 8.1 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 4.2 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 5.3 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 16.0 sec @ 89 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 124 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 166 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad*: 0.82 g

Tiguan:
Zero to 60 mph: 7.7 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 22.0 sec
Zero to 110 mph: 29.6 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph: 8.1 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 4.0 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 5.8 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 16.0 sec @ 88 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 119 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 185 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.79 g

Source: C&D

while the power attributed numbers are reasonably close, one thing stands out as a huge advantage for the Honda here...braking...the CR-V stopped almost 20 feet sooner than the Tiguan...that might be the difference between "Phew" and "F#CK!".

[CSH]

IMHO both the 2017 CRV and the 2017 RAV4 look so ugly. No doubt they will be bulletproof..
OTOH the Mazda is oh so sexy..
Logical versus emotional choice...

[Noto]

I am contemplating a CUV to replace my '14 Passat when the lease expires in 10 months.  I'm  sure the CR-V is a decent vehicle to drive and is well built etc., but, like most newer Honda's, it's styling is sooo ugly, and I wouldn't want such a small displacement engine in a vehicle of this heft, especially with AWD.  Both shortcomings are deal breakers for me.  In fact the only two compact CUV's that interest me, the upcoming Tiguan and CX-5, haven't even hit the lots yet.

I think it looks fantastic! it hits most highs for styling with me. I also have no problem with the turbo engine, it seems like it can keep up with the competition:

E.g. CRV vs Tiguan

CRV:
Zero to 60 mph: 7.6 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 21.5 sec
Zero to 110 mph: 28.8 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph: 8.1 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 4.2 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 5.3 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 16.0 sec @ 89 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 124 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 166 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad*: 0.82 g

Tiguan:
Zero to 60 mph: 7.7 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 22.0 sec
Zero to 110 mph: 29.6 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph: 8.1 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 4.0 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 5.8 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 16.0 sec @ 88 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 119 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 185 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.79 g

Source: C&D

while the power attributed numbers are reasonably close, one thing stands out as a huge advantage for the Honda here...braking...the CR-V stopped almost 20 feet sooner than the Tiguan...that might be the difference between "Phew" and "F#CK!".

Fuel economy.

[Weels]

I can't warm up to anything Honda these days.
The ugly dash design (only one worse is Ford  ) , the Honda trademark pancake flat seats,  oh ya and the rather odd exterior styling.

And.

CVT.




CX5 FTW MF'ers.