Overview & Reviews
Other than a new seatbelt reminder there are no significant changes for 2004.
- Highly versatile and roomy interior, stable handling, comfortable ride, high crash test scores.
- Limited off-road ability.
User Reviews:
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105000 miles and still loving it - 2004 Honda CR-V
By idg914 - November 28 - 5:55 pmI bought this CR-V and I dont regret it one bit! At 65000 miles, the AC compressor blew up, I had been warned this might happen with this particular model. My dealer replaced the entire AC system under warranty with no problems after that. 100,000 miles rolled on by and I have never had any issues, mechanical or other with this car. The sunroof is still smooth, no rattles or noises, still solid and smooth. I do wish the seats were more supportive, but that is just about my only complaint. Im looking to upgrade to a new car next year, and Im looking forward to the 2012 model.
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Great car for the money - 2004 Honda CR-V
By jt17 - April 14 - 8:08 amI bought my CRV new and got a good deal--last 2004 on lot and a 5 speed. I get great gas milage because of the standard transmission. When I clean it up, it still looks great. I have only had one problem with it in 7 years, beyond scheduled service. My A.C. unit blew up--literally. I was having problems with it when it was under warrenty. I took it to the dealership and I was told that there was nothing wrong with the A.C. unit. I took it in several times--finally the dealership told me after examining the car under the special "sonic ears"-nothing was wrong. The A.C. unit completely blew a couple months later when the warrenty expired--the cost $2,600 out of pocket.
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The Bionic CR-V - 2004 Honda CR-V
By Tracey - July 26 - 9:16 pmAfter reading these reviews, I think I have the bionic cr-v. My car just turned over 100,000 while driving it today. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this car. It still looks new. I am JUST now replacing the front brakes after 100,000 miles and replaced the back brakes for the first time less than a year ago. My A/C works better than most cars that are brand new. There is excessive road noise and, true, the gas mileage could be better! My interior and exterior still look new. I dont have children or animals so that may be the reason. I love the inside design with the center tray. I too wish the back door didnt open to the side but thats the least of my desires for a vehicle. I love my car!
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AC blows up - 2004 Honda CR-V
By dave - July 12 - 3:07 pmI had a Honda accord hatchback in the 80s that was great. I bought my wife an 04 c-rv and it held up pretty well until this weekend . At 59,000 miles the ac locked up and the clutch assembly violently was ejected from the car. We limped home from Iowa to Oklahoma,and lo and behold there are at least a thousand other people online that have had similar experiences. Honda, shame on you for not fixing this. Hello Ford, we will be in contact shortly.
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2004 cr-v - 2004 Honda CR-V
By tom-cuse - March 18 - 7:30 pmRan great for the first 40,000 miles. Fun to drive, great in the winter (central NY).
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Fun Car - 2004 Honda CR-V
By Jackson - February 25 - 8:52 pmI bought this new and really love it. Love the moon roof, the CD/radio, and the seating configuration options. As a tall guy, I fit in this thing well, even with the moon roof. Towing a U- Haul type trailer on the highway I get a respectable 19mpg at 55mph. Original tires were noisy and rough, but lasted to 50K - replaced with Michelins. Replaced rear brakes at 72K. MPG have been (very) disappointing - have always beat EPA estimates on other cars. I get almost 25 going to work 7-miles away, but highway mileage is almost 22 on the cruise control. Overall average is 23.7.
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I thought this was a Honda....... - 2004 Honda CR-V
By BMWfantic - February 21 - 11:44 amWe thought we were buying a Typical bulletproof Honda in February of 2007 when the car had 18K miles on it and was BABIED for the first owner. The car is comfortable and the interior material is quite good for the price and the car was fairly reliable until about 70K miles. Then the car started jerking when we went about 45 MPH. And the engine check decides when to turn on and off. Turns out the car had a bad 4th gear and needs a new transmission for an outrageous 3500 dollars. What a money. Now we need to dump and get a new car- about 2 years ahead of schedule. This is our first and last Honda. Dont buy these model years- the transmission fail VERY quickly!
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Its True...Honda QC is SluMping Fast! - 2004 Honda CR-V
By luvdriving - February 6 - 11:07 pmI miss my 95 Accord. It was by far the best vehicle I have ever owned, selling it with 157,000 miles on it. Drove it Coast to Coast and it NEVER ONCE let me down. The 2004 CRV I have now has 57,000 mi on it. Its not horrible..but not great either: Im 61" and can (NEVER) get comfortable due to the lack of leg room...which is primarily my fault for not taking it on a 100 Mi test drive:).. Right! Everything still works BUT the squeaks and bad rattles are Everywhere!..Including Multiple windows, passenger side belt, the front suspension...Mechanic still cant figure that one out! Interior scratches easily, and loud road noise. Im selling it for an alternative Colorado friendly car.
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No more Honda - 2004 Honda CR-V
By AVillarreal - January 8 - 9:06 pmBought SUV brand new. AC went out@ 108000 - Dealer price $4500 out of warranty. Someone else fixed AC for $1500. Engine light stays on continuously, computer attached and fixed twice and engine light goes back on after about a week. Out of pocket $300. Terrible road and wind noise. CD changer went out - $900 dealer, refuse to pay. Never will I buy a Honda again.
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Comfortable ride - 2004 Honda CR-V
By nurseellen - November 22 - 2:00 amGreat car. First non-American car I have owned. Using the shift takes some getting used to, I have turned on the windshield wipers often instead of putting it in reverse! Seats are comfortable, roomy interior, smooth ride.
