Overview & Reviews

Fully revamped last year, the CR-V receives no significant changes for 2003.

• Highly versatile and roomy interior, stable handling, comfortable ride, high crash test scores.

• Limited off-road ability.

User Reviews:

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  Disappointed in Ontario - 2003 Honda CR-V
  By G Davis - August 8 - 1:07 pm

  Recently traded my 2000 Pontiac Montana for a 2003 Honda CR-V. After 3 years of constant repairs on the Montana I was so excited to own a "reliable" vehicle. Well, last week the compressor in the air conditioning unit went and I now have to fork out $1500.+ to replace it. I am very disappointed. I have owned several Hondas and they have always been reliable & reasonable to maintain. After reading the reviews, I may just fix it and sell it as this seems to be an ongoing problem. Heads up, Honda. The North American car manufacturers have let the buying public down horribly with their poorly designed and built vehicles. Dont follow suit! Gas mileage also not as good as expected.

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  Best idea I every had - 2003 Honda CR-V
  By craftyhorse - July 25 - 11:13 pm

  I use to own a truck and needed something that can haul people and stuff and get good gas mileage. This little car has it all. I even pull a trailer with 5 people in it and still get about 23 to 25 mpg. I get about 27 to 29 with the right gas and drive the speed limit. Does tight turns very well and I love to show that off. After I bought one, my parents needed a tow vehicle and ended up buying the 2007 edition.

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  Piece of JUNK! - 2003 Honda CR-V
  By Michael - July 22 - 7:29 am

  I have less than 53,000 miles on my 2003 CR-V and have spent over $4,500 on it in the past 8 months. New AC, new struts, new ABS brakes, new emissions controller, new SRS controller and more. And of course, all this started happening very shortly after my warranty expired.

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  Super Reliability - 2003 Honda CR-V
  By ibjcus - July 19 - 8:12 pm

  Bought this 5 years ago and have had very few problems. The cheap tires that came with it had to be replaced after one year. We have also replaced the backup light switch and a relay for the blower motor. We just replaced the rear brakes at 105,000 miles but the front still had some life left. Gas mileage isnt great at 23-26 mpg. Great in the snow once the original tires were replaced. This car wont win any races and if it does the gas mileage will really be poor. However the engine is still pretty powerful up in the mountains with a full load, and you can pass confidently on the highway. Super maneuverable in parking lots and tight spaces. Very noisy on the highway.

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  Lose the stupid parts! - 2003 Honda CR-V
  By BobsHonda - July 9 - 2:00 am

  Generally nice vehicle, but far too many unnecessary standard features, while much-needed features (like a door lock switch on front passenger door) are missing.

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  Absolute Winner! - 2003 Honda CR-V
  By Swede224 - June 28 - 10:00 am

  This CR-V is the car of my dreams! It handles beautifully has great gas mileage and is pleasing to the eye. Dash controls are placed nicely to keep your eyes on the road. Ride is smooth and QUIET. Driver sits up nice and high so I can see everything around me. This is the best car Ive ever had!

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  my crv - 2003 Honda CR-V
  By jean carlson - June 22 - 10:00 am

  I love my new car and have enjoyed two trips with my golden retriever who loves it also. Seats are very comfortable on long trip

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  For small drivers only - 2003 Honda CR-V
  By giovannais - June 22 - 10:00 am

  For a Honda devotee, this SUV model is somewhat disappointing in the comfort department. If driver is taller than 55", get set for cramped legs. No ability to extend front seat for comfort. Moon roof does not open to a fully opened position. A pressured vibration exists when one window is opened, only subsiding when two or more windows are opened. Floor controls for gas and hood release take up so much space that left ankle is forced in an awkward position.

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  why i chose honda - 2003 Honda CR-V
  By loren steinfeldt - June 16 - 2:00 am

  After having 2 American-made cars, I love my Honda. I feel safer, and, after much research, it was the best value I could afford, offering the most standard equipment and perks for the price.

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  Good and bad about CR-Vs - 2003 Honda CR-V
  By Arnie Orloski - June 4 - 11:16 am

  Had great success with 98 CR-V, so we bought this 03. Like the peppier engine, but like some others before, we bought one when Honda was having trouble with AC compressors. In addition, spent $600 on new brakes and now need a new clutch, and we still havent hit 50K. With the 98 CR-V, we traded it in at 110K with the original AC compressor and even original clutch! Nonetheless, in very snowy northeastern WI, the AWD has performed well, mileage is okay, and amenities (sunroof, 6 CD player, etc.) are nice.