Honda CR-V is a compact SUV that was first introduced in Japan in 1995. In North America, it was launched in 1997. It is still being produced and sold today. If you are thinking of buying a used Honda CR-V, here are some things to consider before making your purchase.
Reliability: The Honda CR-V has a reputation for being a reliable vehicle. It ranked as the second most reliable SUV in Consumer Reports' 2019 reliability survey and received an above-average Predicted Reliability rating from J.D. Power & Associates.
Fuel economy: The fuel economy of the Honda CR-V depends on the model year and engine size, but it generally gets good gas mileage for an SUV. For example, the 2019 model with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine gets an EPA estimated 26 mpg in combined city/highway driving ̵1̵/2̵3 better than the average for all SUVs ̵1̵/2̵ not just compact SUVs).
Safety: The Honda CR-V has solid safety ratings and comes standard with several advanced safety features, including adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and forward collision warning with automatic emergency breaking ̵1̵/2̵ all features that can help prevent accidents or minimize their severity.
Practicality: The CR-V is a practical vehicle with plenty of space for passengers and cargo ̵1̵/2̉ it has more passenger and cargo room than many other small SUVs ̵1̶5̶5 cu ft behind the rear seats vs 128 cu ft for the Toyota RAV4). It also has standard features that add to its practicality, such as roof rails (for carrying extra gear), split folding rear seats (for hauling larger items), and lots of storage pockets throughout the cabin. Plus, its ride is smooth and comfortable even on rough roads ̴ something that can't be said about all small SUVs.