2009 Honda CR-V: Road Test
2009 Honda CR-V 2WD LX
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- MSRP: $21,245 - $28,945
- Invoice: $19,778 - $26,919
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Our road test for the 2009 Honda CR-V includes a full evaluation of the 2009 Honda CR-V from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2009 Honda CR-V, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2009 Honda CR-V help you decide if a 2009 Honda CR-V is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4.7 |
Acceleration is adequate around town and in highway passing. There's no noticeable difference between 2WD and AWD versions. Transmission shifts are smooth and alert.
FUEL ECONOMY
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
In Consumer Guide testing, 2WD CR-Vs averaged 21.6-24.0 mpg. AWD versions averaged 23.1-23.6 mpg in mostly highway driving. CR-V uses regular-grade gas.
RIDE QUALITY
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5.4 |
Car-like on all surfaces. CR-V's suspension comfortably absorbs bumps with minimal float or wallow.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4.8 |
Compact-car maneuverable. Body lean during fast turns is kept in check. Brakes provide good stopping control and adequate pedal feel. One test 2WD model coped poorly with 3 inches of fresh snow.
QUIETNESS
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4.5 |
Engine noise intrudes during acceleration. Tire noise is noticeable on most road surfaces but doesn't annoy. Some wind rush is noticeable around exterior mirrors.
CONTROLS
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 6.2 |
Large, clear instrumentation. Controls are easy to reach. Some of our testers say small buttons make radio operation difficult with or without the navigation system. The navigation system absorbs too many audio functions and takes time to master. Its touch screen and programming via predetermined voice commands helps.
DETAILS
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5.1 |
Hard plastics abound in the cabin, but none look cheap. The interior is assembled with care.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6.2 |
Plenty of headroom and legroom. A comfortable, take-charge driving stance is aided by a standard tilt and telescopic steering wheel and generous seat travel. The seats are well-bolstered.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5.3 |
The supportive seat has a reclining backrest. Space for legs and knees is plentiful even with the front seats far aft. Headroom is ample.
CARGO ROOM
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8.1 |
Generous cargo space even with the rear seat up. It flips and folds flat with the cargo floor in a 40/20/40 configuration for flexible hauling. Interior storage is very good. EX-L models offer center console storage. Other versions have a flip-up tray between the front seats.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 5.8 |
It's not the most powerful compact SUV, but CR-V excels for its "just right" blend of comfort, refinement, and cargo versatility. Lots of standard safety and convenience features and Honda's reputation for reliability and resale value further bolster its appeal--and cement its Best Buy credentials.
Total Score
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68 | 68 | 68 | 65 | 61.1 |
Total Score: 67
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