The CR-V helped to create the compact crossover category over ten years ago and it remains one of the best selling crossovers in Canada. As more and more people are shopping for an efficient, practical and well appointed compact crossover, the all-new 2012 Honda CR-V should be on your shopping list.
To say that the Japanese automakers have had a rough go of late is an understatement. This past March the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan put parts suppliers on their heels, delaying production of existing models and any new product launches. Just as the situation was starting to normalize, Thailand was hit by massive flooding, affecting the electronics companies that supply companies like Honda. Because of this, Honda will not give a firm date on when this new CR-V will arrive, except to say the target is now January, but this might change. Due to this, the price has not been announced but Honda expects to keep the price structure the same, yet adding more standard features, anywhere from $1500-$2500 depending on trim level. If you are in the market for a compact crossover, and apparently a lot of people are, do yourself a favour and wait to try new CR-V.
The Good, The Bad
Good:
The rear cargo area is large and the opening easy to access.
Bad:
The dash is very well designed but Honda scrimped on soft touch materials.
Darbi 8:00 PM on April 19, 2013 Appreciate all the comments about the CR-V. However, no mention of the durability on country gravel roads. We have had 2 Honda Civic SIs and one Honda Civic, have loved all of them and experienced absolutely no problems. But they do not stand up to Alberta's gravel roads and country highways. As much as we would love to continue driving Civics we need something with more durability (other than our trucks). All tests seem to be in cities only.
Marilyn Rich 8:13 AM on April 14, 2013 I am in the market for a new car and cannot decide between these two vehicles. I am an active senior and would use a vehicle mostly for city driving. What would you recommend.
Rafael Gutierrez 9:04 PM on March 18, 2013 I was looking through your web page but i couldnt find a review on the Ridgeline. Have you done a test drive, im interested in purchasing one next spring, either a used one (2 to 3 years old) or a new one.
Thanks.
Motormouth.ca says: 7:57 PM on March 19, 2013 I have driven one a few years ago, not much has changed. This is a good light-duty pickup. The engine and transmission choices are limited to one, so the domestics have many more choices. This is basically an SUV based pickup.
Dick 6:13 PM on March 14, 2013 Hi Been looking to purchase new 2013 SUV. Have narrowed it down to Honda crv vs Toyota rav 4. Torn between the two. Would like some unbiased feedback/thoughts on which one would be the better choice.
We listen to your show on qr77 on sats.
Thanks!
Motormouth.ca says: 8:48 PM on March 19, 2013 I prefer the CR_V, it is a great overall package with good standard features.
CR-V 9:04 AM on February 4, 2013 Hey Zack. Miss seeing you on driving television !! I was just wondering why the rear dvd system is not available in Canada or if it will be soon. I see its availabe on the U.S. site and i would bye from the their just to get the factory installed system.
Motormouth.ca says: 4:37 PM on February 16, 2013 To be honest I don't know why anyone would spend the money for a rear DVD system. Get an iPad and you can use it in the car, home airplane etc.
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