2002 Honda CR-V LS review from UK and Ireland
"Reliable, practical family transport that's a bit different from the average estate car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Minor rattle from behind the radio - fixed immediately by dealer under warranty.
General comments?
The CRV might not set the pulse racing, but it's ultra reliable and does exactly what it says on the tin.
Got a pretty good deal - last of the old shape which the dealer was probably keen to move off the forecourt.
Having owned two Audi A4s, the CRV had a lot to live up to. If anything though, the engineering/reliability seems even better.
Dealer service is great - they pick it up from my home and leave a courtesy car whenever it needs a service.
The main benefit though is interior space. Leg room in the back is probably equal to that of a big luxury car and camping trips are a doddle thanks to the big load area.
For a 4x4 on-road performance isn't too bad.
Off road performance is (I've read) not that good - but who goes off road anyway?
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 4000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 14300 miles |
| Previous car | Audi A4 |
| Date of Entry | 16th June, 2003 |