Overview & Reviews

Aside from several new exterior colors, the 2009 Honda CR-V is unchanged from last year.

• Sensible cabin layout, ample cargo capacity, agile handling, exemplary crashworthiness.

• Underpowered, elevated road noise, transmission lacks manual mode.

User Reviews:

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  I love my CR-V - 2009 Honda CR-V
  By SandraK - September 9 - 2:10 pm

  I was extremely hesitant about purchasing a 4 cylinder, but after 2 weeks of ownership in hilly country, there has been no problem with power. It cruises comfortably, the seats are fabulous, and there is definitely enough power to pass a car when necessary. The car is sporty and fun to drive, easy to turn, and easy to convert for large items (I brought a huge self-propelled lawnmower home in the back of the car last week). My mileage is averaging 24.5 mpg. The car is quiet and the radio/CD sounds terrific.

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  You Want This Vehicle - 2009 Honda CR-V
  By RobertM - September 9 - 10:44 am

  I owned a 2006 Chevy Equinox and I traded up for this vehicle. I definitely traded up! The Chevys interior left a lot to be desired and after a while I grew tired of the exterior as well. With my new CR-V I feel like Im definitely driving in style. My main goal was to increase my mpg average without sacrificing space and comfort. I have a very large dog and thought a car might get better mileage, she would not have her own space. With the CR-V I get car style mileage and SUV style space. The perfect combination. If youre looking for that combination as well as great interior and exterior style and finish, then youve found the one to get. Ive had it for two weeks now and have ZERO regrets.

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  My First Honda - 2009 Honda CR-V
  By Harry - August 18 - 9:22 pm

  Im really enjoying the CRV. Ive owned Toyotas for my last 5 vehicles and may become a long-term Honda fan. This is a well designed and built vehicle. The total package was the selling point: moonroof, stereo, privacy glass, alloys, fit and finish. These were only available in the high end Outback. I go on my first road trip tomorrow and am anxious to see what the gas mileage is. Highly recommend!

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  Best Value & Performance - 2009 Honda CR-V
  By motoguy128 - August 18 - 2:35 pm

  I compared the Nissan Rogue and RAV4 to the CR-V. For the price, I felt the EX 4WD trim offered the best value compared to the competition. It handles like a much smaller vehicle. Coming from a Nissan Versa, it often feels more nimble and easier to maneuver. The Rogue was a little more responsive once rolling, but the CR-V feels more responsive off the line.

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  31 MPG From Albany to Riverside - 2009 Honda CR-V
  By tsamoni - August 18 - 12:30 pm

  I am a new father and traded in my Civic Coupe for a family-friendly, but fun-to-drive CR-V. On a recent trip to Albany, NY to Riverside, NJ (250 miles) I averaged 31 MPG--not too bad for a car that is a lot heavier than my 35MPG Civic. This car is great for the guy who is in his early 30s, just starting a family, and who cant see himself in a minivan or a Sedan like the Accord or Camry (too old manish and boring). I have plenty of room for all my daughters stuff and enough left over for my passengers--even with a car seat installed. Overall, this is a great compromise between style and fun, and necessity and practicality. The CR-V guarantees I will be a Loyal Honda Owner forever!

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  Fun for the Price - 2009 Honda CR-V
  By curtis - August 16 - 11:35 am

  Great Car, should last beyond the payments. Front seats are weird, but not too tough, we love it and have seen many on the roads in Florida... Center Console is different, but were ok with it... Great Job Honda.

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  Just purchased our 2nd 2009 CR-V LX AWD - 2009 Honda CR-V
  By Lebogal - August 14 - 11:02 pm

  We purchased a CR-V LX AWD in January and have been so pleased with it that we just purchased an additional one today. Price was right - $21,100 for an LX AWD plus tax and title. We have about 4,000 miles on our other CR-V and still have 60% of our oil life remaining. The CR-V was easy to drive in the winter and we didnt have any trouble with driving in the snow.

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  Fun to drive - 2009 Honda CR-V
  By penny - August 7 - 3:37 pm

  I never knew what they mean by fun to drive until I drove my new 2009 CRV EX AWD in Green Tea! I also own a Civic, while a great car with great mileage, its getting to be too small to be convenient for my family and my dog. Being the first SUV, I was afraid it might be too big to get use to if I switch, but I was surprised to find that CRV drives not much different than my Civic, except much roomier, plenty of space for your legs, head, arms and stuff! Front console is great with useful displays, and the design is very sharp and attractive. Now I look forward drive/riding in my new CRV in the morning to work. Oh I am still trying to improve the mileage by using cruise control. Its decent.

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  Nice vehicle but too much road noise - 2009 Honda CR-V
  By Richard - August 6 - 5:13 pm

  Bought this vehicle on June 30,09. Handles very nicely and the leather seats are quite comfortable. Cant give you city mpg because we live in the country but drove from Illinois to Ohio and got 29.8 mpg doing 65-75mph. Im 61" and there is plenty of headroom. At highway speed over certain types of pavement the road noise into the CRV is VERY loud, especially grooved pavement that is on most overpasses. Also, the smallest of cracks in the pavement are felt when driving over them.

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  Love my CRV-EXL! - 2009 Honda CR-V
  By Carmen - August 4 - 5:26 am

  Ive had SUVS now for 20 yrs and last year, because of the gas spike, I traded for a Honda Accord...Beautiful car, but was not good in the snow...I kept checking out the Honda CRVs and finally traded last week...This car is ME! Love it even more than my Toyota Highlander, which was a 6 cylinder engine...I was apprehensive at first, because it was a 4cyl, but I see very little difference between the Highlander and my CRV...This car is a keeper, especially with the long New England winters...I really feel safe too, which was one of the determining factors, other than 4 wheel drive...Ok, maybe a nicer rearview mirror and a pop up trunk switch, a bigger fuel tank, but Im not complaining!