Honda CR-V
Honda CR-V
Honda CR-V

2017 Honda CR-V

Pros: Generous cargo space; spacious back seat; comfortable ride; nicely finished cabin

Cons: Minor turbo lag with new 1.5-liter engine; no stand-alone factory options means stepping up to expensive high-end models to get desired features

CG Says: Honda’s five-seat compact crossover SUV is redesigned for 2017. Compared to the outgoing CR-V, the new one is slightly larger, roomier, and dressier, and it’s offered with a host of new features—including its first turbocharged engine. The base LX model has a 184-horsepower 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that’s essentially carried over from the previous-generation CR-V. All other models have a new 190-hp turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine. Both engines are mated to a CVT automatic transmission, and all models are available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Remote engine start, rain-sensing wipers, a hands-free power liftgate, dual-zone automatic climate controls, heated power mirrors, and automatic high-beam headlamps are all newly available features. Other available comfort and convenience features include LED headlights, adaptive cruise control, keyless entry and starting, and a 180-degree rear camera. Available safety features include rear cross-traffic alert (new for ’17), blind-spot alert, driver-attention monitor, forward-collision warning and mitigation, and lane-keep assist. The CR-V’s well-executed redesign brings welcome improvements in passenger and cargo space, several desirable new features, and impressive all-around refinement. In terms of both handling and acceleration, the CR-V isn’t as sporty as some compact-crossover competitors, but it’s still one of the best in its class.

The Facts
Class Compact SUV
Body Style(s) 4-door wagon
Passenger Count 5
Drive Wheels front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
Manufacturer Honda
Nation of Manufacture USA, Canada
Base Prices LX: $24,045
AWD LX: $25,345
EX: $26,695
AWD EX: $27,995
EX-L: $29,195
AWD EX-L $30,495
EX-L w/navigation: $30,195
EX-L w/navigation: $31,495
Touring: $32,395
AWD Touring: $33,695

Base Engine
2.4-liter 4-cylinder
Horsepower
185
Std. Transmission
CVT
Avail. Transmission
NA
EPA City Range (mpg)
25-26
EPA Hwy Range (mpg)
31-32

Optional Engine
turbocharged 1.5-liter 4-cylinder
Horsepower
190
Std. Transmission
CVT
Avail. Transmission
NA
EPA City Range (mpg)
27-28
EPA Hwy Range (mpg)
33-34

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