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2009 Honda CR-V Full Review
Date Published: 4/08/08
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2009 Honda CR-V
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The 2009 Honda CR-V should see no major changes. This five-passenger compact SUV is available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Trim levels include LX, EX, and top-line EX-L with leather upholstery. All have a 166-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine and a 5-speed automatic transmission. All CR-Vs have a maximum towing capacity of 1500 lb. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. A navigation system is available on EX-L. Also available on EX-L models are a power driver seat and dual-zone automatic climate control. This report is based on evaluations of the 2008 Honda CR-V.
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2009 Honda CR-V Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Passenger and cargo room | Road and wind noise |
| Maneuverability | |
| Build quality | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
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.
| 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
In Consumer Guide testing, 2WD CR-Vs averaged 21.6-24.0 mpg. Test AWD averaged 23.1 mpg in mostly highway driving. CR-V uses regular-grade gas.
| 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. Test AWD averaged 23.1 mpg in mostly highway driving. CR-V uses regular-grade gas.
Ride Quality
Car-like on all surfaces. CR-V's suspension comfortably absorbs bumps with minimal float or wallow.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5.2 |
Car-like on all surfaces. CR-V's suspension comfortably absorbs bumps with minimal float or wallow.
Steering/Handling/Braking
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.
| 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
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.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4.7 |
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
Large, clear instrumentation. Controls are easy to reach. Some of our testers say small buttons make radio operation difficult with or without 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.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5.9 |
Large, clear instrumentation. Controls are easy to reach. Some of our testers say small buttons make radio operation difficult with or without 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
Hard plastics abound in the cabin, but none look cheap. The interior is assembled with care.
| 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)
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. Kudos to Honda for now offering a power driver seat, even if it's only on the top-line EX-L model.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6.1 |
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. Kudos to Honda for now offering a power driver seat, even if it's only on the top-line EX-L model.
Room/Comfort (rear)
The supportive seat has a reclining backrest. Space for legs and knees is plentiful even with the front seats far aft. Headroom is ample.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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
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.
| 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
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 2008 Best Buy appeal.
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
| 9 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 5.7 |
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 2008 Best Buy appeal.
Total Score
| 2WD LX | 2WD EX | AWD EX-L | AWD EX-L w/navigation | Class Average |
| 68 | 68 | 68 | 65 | 60.3 |
Scores for all Compact Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 42 | |
| Average Score | 60 | |
| High Score | 70 |
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2009 Honda CR-V Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 03/13/2008
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Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Optional Equipment
No factory options.
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2009 Honda CR-V Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Honda CR-V 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 103.1 |
| Overall Length, in. | 177.9 |
| Overall Width, in. | 71.6 |
| Overall Height, in. | 66.1 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 3501 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 72.9 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 15.3 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 40.9 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 41.3 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.6 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 38.5 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc I4 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 2.4 /144 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 166 @ 5800 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 161 @ 4200 |
| Availability | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed automatic | 20/26 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Honda CR-V 4-door wagon |
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Built in:
Japan
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive
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