The 2024 Honda CR-V is a decent small SUV that’s well-balanced and packed with family-friendly features. It isn’t the most engaging vehicle to drive, but it’s an impressive overall package. The 2024 Honda CR-V has a fuel-efficient but unremarkable engine, competent handling and a cosseting ride quality. It can feel underpowered and sound noisy when driving at highway speeds, however, and the transmission can be slow to change gears at times.
Engine Options, Horsepower and Acceleration
- Engine: turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder with 190 horsepower and 179 pound-feet of torque
- Drivetrain: standard front-wheel drive; available all-wheel drive
- Transmission: continuously variable automatic (CVT)
The CR-V’s engine has sufficient power for daily driving, and acceleration is adequate when pulling away from a stop. It can feel underpowered on the highway or when driving with a full load of passengers, though. The CVT makes shifting feel slow and awkward at times, but it mostly works well.
MPG Estimates
The 2024 CR-V gets excellent fuel economy for the compact SUV class, with front-wheel-drive models achieving 28 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. Adding all-wheel drive drops efficiency slightly to 27/32 mpg city/highway.
Handling and Braking
The CR-V handles competently, though critics are mixed on the vehicle’s steering. Some say the Honda’s steering is quick and delivers good road feedback, while others say that it could be more precise and communicative. The CR-V’s suspension allows for a smooth ride over most surfaces, and though there’s some body roll, it feels stable when driving through corners. The CR-V’s brakes are strong and bring the SUV to a halt promptly.
The 2024 Honda CR-V comes with a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty.
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