Alex, I just want to say that you’re terrific at what you do. You’re reviews are professional, thorough and practical. Also, your delivery well paced and engaging. Best to you! ~Jf (Canada)
I have 2 CRV hybrids and wanted to sell both and get PHEV...but they apparently aren't making one. The '23 is nice but they've taken off some features while adding new ones. No beige leather & colors suck compared to Honda Japan.
They'd need a lot bigger battery for that, which would require designing the car around it. This hybrid's battery basically just takes over the spare tire space, which is simple.
9:42 out of all the reviewers out there, I think Alex is the only one questioning if the "cheese grater"/honey cone trim is easy to clean. Everyone else was like "yeah it looks great" and move on. As a family SUV, this is actually a big deal and should not be neglected.
I was thinking about that as well - I would imagine a brush attachment on a shop vac should do the trick - but the problem I see is that if there’s dust or pollen in the car, it’s going to show up big time on that section of the dash. Perhaps it’ll be a good motivator to vacuum the car frequently lol. Time will tell.
Like the new look! The front and the back are great to see - love that they haven’t ruined the cargo practicality with a raked back like some brands. I also like that they still have a traditional shifter! Looking forward to the full review, thanks Alex & team!
Yes, the CR-V is putting the RAV4 to shame when it comes to practicality. My only disappointment is that the redesigned Hybrid mysteriously fails to incorporate space for a spare tire.
@Right Lane Hog I’m with ya man, spare tire is a must for me. I know Alex has spoken about there being the space for adding a full size spare aftermarket on the RAV4 - was that also on the hybrid? It’s been a while since I saw that video.
Seems strange to say that they're "all-in on hybrids" when they went from offering it as essentially a powertrain upgrade on every trim to restricting it to two of them. I think at this point in time, all-in on hybrids would've been to make the CR-V hybrid-only, like Toyota's starting to do with some of their models.
I agree. They made the Civic a hybrid-only model in Europe, but there are no signs of that anywhere in the US. In fact, their only “hybrid-only” model, the Insight, is discontinued.
@@thetechguyz8645 How does this hybrid system work? I see it now has one motor-generator and a separate traction motor, which gains 2hp and 15 lb-ft of torque, but its main issue was, and still is the basic setup of only using the electric motor for propulsion at lower speeds and only the gasoline at higher speeds, and the poor ratio of that gasoline engine output, which seems like it’s not even in overdrive. It’s why it gets nearly the same fuel economy as the 1.5T.
@@afcgeo882 That's because they are releasing the Typer R, CRV 2023 gas/hybrid, and Si (I think I saw an Si) first then the civic hybrid. There is no way they can keep that Civic away from the US market. I'm willing to bet it is a tooling/materials challenge they are going to have to overcome. They are about to be selling CRV Hybrid like Toyota sells Camrys. This is what I have gathered so far and I think this new platform they are building out will do very well. The Hona Civic hybrid will be replacing the outgoing Insight.
I like it. I wonder if the base price will be higher since standard power driver seat and a standard moonroof are rare to find on the base model. It’s also odd it doesn’t get the full digital display from the Civic on the higher trim. More competition is offering that now.
@Alex on Autos You should consider starting a scoring system on rear headroom in vehicles similar to what you do for the driver’s seat. My experience of shopping with a 6’ 1” son is that a lot these vehicles aren’t great. Aren’t more and more Americans taller? The 2022 CRV for example has room directly above your head but the slope down for the sunroof meant he would hit that portion if he leaned forward. Not even safe. The 2023 appears to have lost a bit of headspace yet. Various rear head spaces also intrude more on the side and the additional headroom created by adding panoramic roofs is usually only over half of a person’s head. Lots of different factors that go beyond the specs the manufacturer gives out. It seems to be an overlooked element that manufacturers could use some prodding on.
This may be the first hybrid I would consider. Love the 2L option and back to a traditional shift lever than those stupid buttons. Style is spot on and better looking than last gen IMO.
I’ll take the buttons or the rotary dial any day. They don’t take up any space and your traditional shifter does the same as the buttons. There’s no mechanical connection between the shifter and the trans so what’s the point?
Alex, For those keeping score, it seems that CR-V has INCREASED its head room and leg room lead over RAV4. Let's see if the new Hybrid can match the RAV4's mpg and tow rating. 🤔 Let us also say HELLO to Alexandra who does so much 'background' work for the channel 👏👏👏👏
The CRV is now the size of a midsize CUV though. At some point, the added size becomes a drawback. Considering they’ve eliminated the LX, the pricing will point to the Edge/Grand Cherokee/Santa Fe class too. The tow rating is 1,000 on the hybrid and it continues to be a very disappointing system that drives either on electric or gasoline (but never both), that gets poor highway fuel economy and provides low actual power (versus theoretical combined power).
Fantastic initial review. Could you perhaps comment if the interior design language might also be reflected in the 2023 Honda Pilot later year, particularly the infotainment.
@@RLTtizME "You apparently are addicted to spare tires" -- Ah, another arrogant teenager attempts to comment, and instead of writing anything of substance, all he can come up with is an utterly nonsensical insult to the OP.
I honestly think hybrid should start becoming the standard. We need to move away from gas only cars and with gas prices being so high, I can't imagine why we shouldn't
Honda is not offering many features that the competition does: Full LCD MIDI, Ventilated Seats, Heads Up Display, PHEV. I really like the look of the Sport Touring, but you’re giving up a lot of features to go for the Honda.
Disappointed it’s missing 360 degree camera, heads up display, panoramic roof, heated rear seats, ventilated seats, full digital display, hard touch plastic on rear doors, etc. I doubt the top end trim will be any cheaper than the Koreans. Overall though, good redesign but they watered down the car to sell more passports, rdx, etc. Guessing the new base trim will cost around 30k (last gen EX was 30500 with shipping). Sport touring likely atleast 39K (last gen hybrid touring awd was 39K with shipping. Very expensive for what it is.
@@yiyer Doubt so. Even if they offer it, it would be an elite trim level. Crazy the features my parents 2020 Santa Fe Limited AWD came with for under 40K msrp. Aside from fuel efficiency, no complaints.
I’m comparing this to a 2022-23 Santa Fe most likely the hybrid limited trim, this is slightly disappointing especially the interior design, however I will give the crv a second chance and still check it out when it drops at my local Honda dealer.
Thank you for sharing these. I'm really interested in this vehicle when it comes to the lots. I look forward to your more in depth review and drive. Later this summer.
Bigger, quieter, smoother,,,updated interior and safety features. All great things, my only hesitation is the small 1.5 liter turbo displacement pulling around something that weighs approximately 500 more lbs then the civic with the same engine. Hopefully Honda further addressed the oil dilution problem that the current generation suffered from. I don’t think the problem was fully cured with the software update Honda released, but I think from the beginning Honda never fully admitted to the problem.
I’m surprised about the extras that come standard on the base model (I have a 2019 LE gas RAV4 and it’s pretty bare bones) but one question… no fog lights? On any trim? Fog lights do have a function and aren’t just for show..
I’ve asked Honda to please bring back the passenger shelf storage area above the glove compartment as they had it on the 2nd gen CRV but once again they refused on this new model. Oh well, wait till the next generation… or go with the RAV4.
More of the same with some good standard upgrades. Dont think the Rav4 has much to worry about though. Especially since the next gen is not to far away
Wondering what the real-world MPGs for the hybrid will be. Like you, I live in the SC mountains and seeing the last-generation CR-V hybrid losing the mpg contest by 25%+ in real-world driving compared to the RAV-4 was a deal-breaker. They gotta get close to 40mpg (or absolutely *smoke the RAV-4 in performance) to compete for my dollars. A traditional transmission - no matter how desirable - doesn't overcome that deficit...
Hats off to Honda for offering a hybrid. This fits my needs well. I recently sold my EV and really appreciate having the option to run gas or EV. Hopefully it will be easier to find than the Rav-4 hybrid.
How are the seats ? Ive test drived the old crv and the seats werent that comfortable, at least comparing to the rav4. Also no matrix leds :(, which are on mazda, vw, skoda and kia sportage.
I literally just signed up to by the CRV 2022 Hybrid last week, but it's still on the production line and won't be available until September-ish they said. The price sticker on it is 5,000 bucks so total the car is costing me 42k. Should I hold off on that and buy the 2023 Hybrid? I feel like I should.
I can see little bit of Rav4, Mazda cx5 and a bit of Acura. Disappointed that the highest trim gets hybrid when everybody is offering hybrid base models.
This is much smarter to my eyes than previous models. The last [current] model saw sales bomb in the UK and I believe in Europe generally but this one may regain some sales volume.
I feel like Honda purposely decontents their cars to justify Acura. Give the people the digital gauge cluster and a larger modern display. It always seems like they are penny-pinching.
Definitely better looking. Really disappointed that the cargo floor isn't flat with the folded rear seats. Really interested to find out more about the new hybrid system. They have described it as "more capable" and the website says it has improved acceleration and added towing capacity but I haven't heard more efficient from them.
Or have higher load floor. Or put a phev battery there. I thought it was flat in the current version and that was one of the things that made it look like it could be a little better than the rav4 hybrid.
@@afcgeo882 yeah the current hybrid isn't tow rated so I guess technically anything would be an increase. It has an extra 15 lb-ft of torque so that would help a little.
23’ Honda CR-V pricing info has just been released. EX- $32,750 EXL- $35,400 SPT HYB - $33,695 SPT TOUR AWD - $39,845 AWD only adds $1500 If it’s a non premium color it’s $395 LESS
The way I understand; this mean the AWD will not engage at low speeds. Eg. in the rain or snow - while in the driveway; parking lots; unplowed streets; turning at intersections. Please correct me if I have misunderstood this. If my understanding is correct; then I don’t like the awd system at all; as it doesn’t cover the most basic; common and important use cases for awd.
If they make the pilot more MDX, less mommy wagon, I might buy one. I kinda hope they bring the removable middle bench to the pilot. (I know this is a CRV video, too small for me).
Nice, what's the color on the right called? I really like that purplish bluish grey. Or is it just gun metal with some reflection? Eitherways looks great.
@@AAutoBuyersGuide It also happened outdoors with the blue turning green. Never seen that elsewhere. Also there is a scammer in the comments, pretending to be you, beware.
Standard Moon Roof in all trims but no passenger power seat? The EXL trim needs a 2.0 or 2.5 Non-Turbo engine! The air vent screen is terrible and probably prone to be damaged. Where are the LED fog lights?
Many Tucson 1.6T have leaking oil pan from factory and engine ping after few thousand miles. 100k power train warranty doesn’t make up huge hassle of fixing new car
Had so much hopes for this new gen CRV. I'm sure the engine and performance are top class. Front end design is a lot better than prev gen. But interior, still looks so basic. Other competitors offer luxurious feels and looks despite the price. Example: 2021 Rogue and 2023 Sportage. But this might just be personal preferences.
I think this interior looks absolutely cheap in the crv. 4 Honda products now carry this interior. Civic, integra, hrv and now crv. The crv's interior should be elegant and sophisticated. The rogue, sportage, tuscon and cx5 all have better interiors than this with better tech. The love I once had for Hondas is diminishing.
@@kyron2092 Now that you mentioning other Honda types carrying this interior, it makes sense why this looks boring. Agree in there is no upgrade to an SUV feeling.
@@Ian-mv4qq yeah this interior was fine on the cheaper vehicles but I was expecting more from the crv. Something similar to Honda's "Simplicity and Something" interior design sketch. I'm guessing the accord's interior will be similar to that
Honda should give some of that hybrid tech to Acura. The current gen of Acura models have less fleet mpgs compared to the models before. At least bring back the Sport Hybrid powertrain until Acura BEVs are ready.
I get it, compromises need to be made when simplifying trims, but I hate that I have to get an efficiency-zapping mechanical AWD system if I want the top trim, which is nonsensical since I'm jumping to that trim specifically for the hybrid engine(no, I don't want the regular "Sport," I prefer every available tech feature in a mid-market CUV). A huge portion of the country has zero use for AWD, so it'd be nice if they didn't mandate an extra cost feature that lowers MPG for a hybrid-only model on the best trim. 🙃 Give us Floridians FWD and save on both gas money and MSRP.
I wish they'd put the i-VTM4 in it. That's the only thing that holds me back from the CR-V. I've grown to like it too much on my Passport in harsh winter driving, but also even on dry road driving. I guess there's always the RDX but my nearest Acura dealer is 90+ minutes away.
@@FrunkensteinVonZipperneck Oh - I think they do make good hybrids. We own a 2021 CR-V Hybrid and the 36-38 MPG we are getting is wonderful plus it is AWD, spacious, smooth, and reliable. We just want to get a second SUV in two more years with a Plug-IN version of the hybrid version. But if they dont have one (say in the 2023 Pilot) we will look elsewhere.
@@TeslaRules1856 No PHEVs for Honda. It objectively has struggled with hybrid tech. Most people are getting low 30’s with the CR-V hybrid, sadly. The bigger issue is that they can’t seem to shrink the battery to put it anywhere else. It’s a limitation with their platform, which carries over. This is likely because the regular version was designed for 3 rows. That means there’s insufficient space for a PHEV battery that would be MUCH larger.
I currently own a 4th and 5th gen CRV. I love different things about both of them but i had been waiting on the 6th gen and i am a little disappointed. I think i will move up to the Acura at the next trade.
Alex says, "If you've ever wanted your car to look similar going forwards and backwards this trim might be for you". 🤣He cracks me up!
Best comment so far by author and Alex on Autos :))
😂😂😂 that's exactly what I asked on Honda's release video. Why 3 fake exhausts?
and to me, that front fascia looks like dogshit with those "vents"
@@deniscdyck They could have at least put fog lights in the front exhaust ports...
😂😂😂
Alex, I just want to say that you’re terrific at what you do. You’re reviews are professional, thorough and practical. Also, your delivery well paced and engaging.
Best to you!
~Jf (Canada)
Indeed.
I like the design overall. Wish they had a plug-in hybrid
Yeah. Honda really struck out here. I picked up a Clarity and I’m shocked they don’t put this drivetrain in EVERYTHING they make.
I have 2 CRV hybrids and wanted to sell both and get PHEV...but they apparently aren't making one. The '23 is nice but they've taken off some features while adding new ones. No beige leather & colors suck compared to Honda Japan.
Honda is probably saving most of the federal credits for their EV push.
@@artofjiro That's a very good point you got. Toyota just launched their first EV and same time ran out of fedral credits.
They'd need a lot bigger battery for that, which would require designing the car around it. This hybrid's battery basically just takes over the spare tire space, which is simple.
9:42 out of all the reviewers out there, I think Alex is the only one questioning if the "cheese grater"/honey cone trim is easy to clean. Everyone else was like "yeah it looks great" and move on. As a family SUV, this is actually a big deal and should not be neglected.
Others have mentioned probable difficulties cleaning the "cheese grater" previously when they reviewed the Civic.
I was thinking about that as well - I would imagine a brush attachment on a shop vac should do the trick - but the problem I see is that if there’s dust or pollen in the car, it’s going to show up big time on that section of the dash. Perhaps it’ll be a good motivator to vacuum the car frequently lol. Time will tell.
That was my first thought even before he mentioned it. I pictured having to blow it out with a powerful leaf blower.
Maybe don’t use it to grate cheese?
@@kirkkronenberger877 Yeah it will be just dust, I don’t usually clean vents too much but dust can get stuck on them
Like the new look! The front and the back are great to see - love that they haven’t ruined the cargo practicality with a raked back like some brands. I also like that they still have a traditional shifter! Looking forward to the full review, thanks Alex & team!
Yes, the CR-V is putting the RAV4 to shame when it comes to practicality. My only disappointment is that the redesigned Hybrid mysteriously fails to incorporate space for a spare tire.
@@rightlanehog3151 the crv has in general put any RAV4 to shame. Even the prime gets shamed
@Right Lane Hog I’m with ya man, spare tire is a must for me. I know Alex has spoken about there being the space for adding a full size spare aftermarket on the RAV4 - was that also on the hybrid? It’s been a while since I saw that video.
@@BullittHilts Yes, he easily fit a full size spare in the RAV4 Hybrid he kept for a year.
@@rightlanehog3151 What “mysteriously”? The last model did the same thing.
Seems strange to say that they're "all-in on hybrids" when they went from offering it as essentially a powertrain upgrade on every trim to restricting it to two of them. I think at this point in time, all-in on hybrids would've been to make the CR-V hybrid-only, like Toyota's starting to do with some of their models.
yeah they definitely are not all in on hybrids
@@juiceboxarmy Civic hybrid is coming... insight is out. I guess we will see what happens. It does look they are using a new hybrid system.
I agree. They made the Civic a hybrid-only model in Europe, but there are no signs of that anywhere in the US. In fact, their only “hybrid-only” model, the Insight, is discontinued.
@@thetechguyz8645 How does this hybrid system work? I see it now has one motor-generator and a separate traction motor, which gains 2hp and 15 lb-ft of torque, but its main issue was, and still is the basic setup of only using the electric motor for propulsion at lower speeds and only the gasoline at higher speeds, and the poor ratio of that gasoline engine output, which seems like it’s not even in overdrive. It’s why it gets nearly the same fuel economy as the 1.5T.
@@afcgeo882 That's because they are releasing the Typer R, CRV 2023 gas/hybrid, and Si (I think I saw an Si) first then the civic hybrid. There is no way they can keep that Civic away from the US market. I'm willing to bet it is a tooling/materials challenge they are going to have to overcome. They are about to be selling CRV Hybrid like Toyota sells Camrys. This is what I have gathered so far and I think this new platform they are building out will do very well. The Hona Civic hybrid will be replacing the outgoing Insight.
What a disappointment. No digital dash. No 360 camera.no cooled seats. No pano roof. Like wtf
They want you to buy Acura RDX
You can pay $10,000 more and buy the Lexus NX.
Alexandra did a great job with the video editing! It's nice to see one of your behind the scenes teammates.
Nice to see (some of the) other AoA team members.
I like it. I wonder if the base price will be higher since standard power driver seat and a standard moonroof are rare to find on the base model. It’s also odd it doesn’t get the full digital display from the Civic on the higher trim. More competition is offering that now.
I'm surprised at that omission, too. Many competitors have it and a heads-up display.
A dealer told me even for civic, all 2023 model will be 1500 dollar more expensive than 2022 civic. The all new CRV for sure will be more expensive.
It looks like they’ve cheapened out on a lot of things. A 7” infotainment screen on a brand new generation? Come on!
@@markmiller3279 I don’t think many have a heads up display
@@misccarvids The Nissan Rogue, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage and even the '23 Toyota RAV4 have digital clusters
@Alex on Autos You should consider starting a scoring system on rear headroom in vehicles similar to what you do for the driver’s seat. My experience of shopping with a 6’ 1” son is that a lot these vehicles aren’t great. Aren’t more and more Americans taller? The 2022 CRV for example has room directly above your head but the slope down for the sunroof meant he would hit that portion if he leaned forward. Not even safe. The 2023 appears to have lost a bit of headspace yet. Various rear head spaces also intrude more on the side and the additional headroom created by adding panoramic roofs is usually only over half of a person’s head. Lots of different factors that go beyond the specs the manufacturer gives out. It seems to be an overlooked element that manufacturers could use some prodding on.
Still no 360 parking camera. Unbelievable. This is something that I need.
This may be the first hybrid I would consider. Love the 2L option and back to a traditional shift lever than those stupid buttons. Style is spot on and better looking than last gen IMO.
It’s a terrible hybrid system, sadly. It gets nearly the same fuel economy as the 1.5T.
I’ll take the buttons or the rotary dial any day. They don’t take up any space and your traditional shifter does the same as the buttons. There’s no mechanical connection between the shifter and the trans so what’s the point?
you have two choices . toyota or honda.
Just AVOID hyundai KIA hybrid.
Don't forget that BOSE was once available on the Accord in the 90s for a short time.
Alex, For those keeping score, it seems that CR-V has INCREASED its head room and leg room lead over RAV4. Let's see if the new Hybrid can match the RAV4's mpg and tow rating. 🤔 Let us also say HELLO to Alexandra who does so much 'background' work for the channel 👏👏👏👏
The CRV is now the size of a midsize CUV though. At some point, the added size becomes a drawback. Considering they’ve eliminated the LX, the pricing will point to the Edge/Grand Cherokee/Santa Fe class too.
The tow rating is 1,000 on the hybrid and it continues to be a very disappointing system that drives either on electric or gasoline (but never both), that gets poor highway fuel economy and provides low actual power (versus theoretical combined power).
Fantastic initial review. Could you perhaps comment if the interior design language might also be reflected in the 2023 Honda Pilot later year, particularly the infotainment.
I'm greatly disappointed that there's still no place to put a spare tire in the hybrid version.
You apparently are addicted to spare tires.
It is inexplicable. Honda's use of a (presumably) more compact lithium ion battery ought to have left plenty of space for a spare.
@@rightlanehog3151 Nobody cares about a spare anymore. Temps are just fine.
@@RLTtizME "You apparently are addicted to spare tires" -- Ah, another arrogant teenager attempts to comment, and instead of writing anything of substance, all he can come up with is an utterly nonsensical insult to the OP.
@@RLTtizME "Nobody cares about a spare anymore" -- Apparently the OP does, so your comment was clearly wrong before you even posted it.
Looks great. Better than the last gen for sure. I like Honda’s new lineup design.
No it looks horrible
Simple, clean design inside and out.
Agreed and it is a highly functional design as well.
Disappointed to still have to jump to the top trim to get parking sensors…
Especially with a longer vehicle.
I like the looks inside and out. My wife really appreciates the shorter hood in the outgoing model though.
I think that’s why they used struts, it will be a bit heavier
that front end looks really good, I was eyeballing the 2022 CRV hybrid, but may just wait until these come out
I honestly think hybrid should start becoming the standard. We need to move away from gas only cars and with gas prices being so high, I can't imagine why we shouldn't
I agree with you and would only consider buying a hybrid. I suspect there is an insufficient supply of batteries to make the fleet 100% hybrid.
They make much better sense right now than full EV's.
When gas is high, buy EV
When batteries and electricity costs high, go back to gas cars .
Keep two cars in your Garage
@@TheGecko213 lol
More difficult to repair
Great video like always. One piece of advice, please change your intro tune. It's 2022 and the intro music sounds like we are still in the 1980s.😂
Yeah - Alex should try using ABBA or Boney M. These are great bands.
🤣"Car look similar going forward and backward"💯👍🏽
I agree 💯
@ 1:30 💯
@@TechnoclasticBlogspots yes
@@TheGecko213 funny😂
Is it just me or does the CRV look like a Volvo XC60 from the back
Yes, it's just You. 😉
Yes it does, but a quick reminder that CRV has been doing these sort of long tail lamp since the first gen, it became their signature by doing that
I don't know about like a Volvo, but it's huge, ugly and I can't believe you could call it sporty in any way shape of form.
Not a bad thing to be compared to.. I love the Volvo suv rear lights.
Well the crv was the first SUV to have that kind of lights that go up. So yes only because volvo copied the crv
I really like this redesign and am pondering getting one next year. Want to know what kind of mpg the hybrid will achieve.
Does the 2023 Hybrid have run flat tires since there is NO SPARE TIRE?
I wish honda put a panoramic moonroof in the crv
and vent seats, and 360 cam :) even bigger now, and without 360 camera, most of competition has at least option.
Not as long as Acura is still around. They don't want to take away sales or alienate their luxury brand.
That heated steering button , seat belt anchor from roof , exhaust in the front. All design cues from the 2022 summer intern program.
Honda is not offering many features that the competition does: Full LCD MIDI, Ventilated Seats, Heads Up Display, PHEV.
I really like the look of the Sport Touring, but you’re giving up a lot of features to go for the Honda.
i hope they fixed there gas in oil problem they had. we sold our crv and it had it.
Disappointed it’s missing 360 degree camera, heads up display, panoramic roof, heated rear seats, ventilated seats, full digital display, hard touch plastic on rear doors, etc. I doubt the top end trim will be any cheaper than the Koreans. Overall though, good redesign but they watered down the car to sell more passports, rdx, etc. Guessing the new base trim will cost around 30k (last gen EX was 30500 with shipping). Sport touring likely atleast 39K (last gen hybrid touring awd was 39K with shipping. Very expensive for what it is.
Agreed! I’ve been waiting for this redesign for a bit and am very disappointed. Going to have to look at other options
The Koreans are nowhere near as reliable as this one though
@@jefffox3243 this is just your guess. they do not break more often then regular car but warranty is unbitable
Yeah this is all a big disappointment, I am shocked they don't have ventilated seats at least, maybe a touring trim will be out next year?
@@yiyer Doubt so. Even if they offer it, it would be an elite trim level. Crazy the features my parents 2020 Santa Fe Limited AWD came with for under 40K msrp. Aside from fuel efficiency, no complaints.
Can you check if there is any dead space in brake pedal?
is the oil dilution problem solved in the 1.5 turbo?
Sport touring for me please
I’m comparing this to a 2022-23 Santa Fe most likely the hybrid limited trim, this is slightly disappointing especially the interior design, however I will give the crv a second chance and still check it out when it drops at my local Honda dealer.
Hmmm any idea if there is isofix for the car seat??
As always, Alex has the best detailed car reviews on RUclips
Thank you for sharing these. I'm really interested in this vehicle when it comes to the lots. I look forward to your more in depth review and drive. Later this summer.
Bigger, quieter, smoother,,,updated interior and safety features. All great things, my only hesitation is the small 1.5 liter turbo displacement pulling around something that weighs approximately 500 more lbs then the civic with the same engine.
Hopefully Honda further addressed the oil dilution problem that the current generation suffered from. I don’t think the problem was fully cured with the software update Honda released, but I think from the beginning Honda never fully admitted to the problem.
The weight to power ratio doesn’t care about displacement.
I’m surprised about the extras that come standard on the base model (I have a 2019 LE gas RAV4 and it’s pretty bare bones) but one question… no fog lights? On any trim? Fog lights do have a function and aren’t just for show..
I’ve asked Honda to please bring back the passenger shelf storage area above the glove compartment as they had it on the 2nd gen CRV but once again they refused on this new model. Oh well, wait till the next generation… or go with the RAV4.
EX used to be Honda’s top trim. Now it’s the bottom. The rear looks like Volvo.
Correction: EXL was the top trim. But that was more than 12 to 14 years ago. Like everyone else, Honda has to move into the Cloud age.
Bose speakers finally. Like the hybrid. You talk so fast. I think I heard it all. I can always replay it! Great job with all the details.
More of the same with some good standard upgrades. Dont think the Rav4 has much to worry about though. Especially since the next gen is not to far away
It looks like a 2020 rouge and Volvo XC90 had a child 🫣😵💫😅. Very nice review as always.
Is it weird that I’m completely unimpressed and that I actually think the Kia Sportage looks nicer
Is there more headroom in the '23 model? I love the CRV but need a bit more headroom than the current body style.
Wondering what the real-world MPGs for the hybrid will be. Like you, I live in the SC mountains and seeing the last-generation CR-V hybrid losing the mpg contest by 25%+ in real-world driving compared to the RAV-4 was a deal-breaker. They gotta get close to 40mpg (or absolutely *smoke the RAV-4 in performance) to compete for my dollars. A traditional transmission - no matter how desirable - doesn't overcome that deficit...
Hats off to Honda for offering a hybrid. This fits my needs well. I recently sold my EV and really appreciate having the option to run gas or EV. Hopefully it will be easier to find than the Rav-4 hybrid.
the sport trim had the exhaust pipes in the front?
Order now for 2026 delivery.
How are the seats ? Ive test drived the old crv and the seats werent that comfortable, at least comparing to the rav4. Also no matrix leds :(, which are on mazda, vw, skoda and kia sportage.
Great review. Glad Honda went back with a shift lever. I HATE THE BUTTONS on my 22 Ridgeline. Looking forward to your full review of the CR-V Hybrid.
I actually don't mind it in our Odyssey. Actually, I may go as far as saying that I like it better than a traditional shifter we have in our Civic.
I wish the lower trims had hybrid option
The Sport is a a lower trim. We don’t know if it is above the EX, or exactly equal to it, but in a hybrid. I do know it is a cloth trim.
I’m surprised you didn’t comment on the great console change bringing back the shifter
I literally just signed up to by the CRV 2022 Hybrid last week, but it's still on the production line and won't be available until September-ish they said. The price sticker on it is 5,000 bucks so total the car is costing me 42k. Should I hold off on that and buy the 2023 Hybrid? I feel like I should.
Hold off? I mean what’s the other option for you.
What's that bubbling roof in the cargo part of the CRV?
I can see little bit of Rav4, Mazda cx5 and a bit of Acura. Disappointed that the highest trim gets hybrid when everybody is offering hybrid base models.
I’d like a hybrid Ridgeline. If it got better MPG itd be the best
Alex is easily one of the best vehicle reviewer.
I won't be buying the new CR-V because I don't like Turbos or CVT.
So get the hybrid. It's the more sensible choice anyhow.
@@markmiller3279 As soon as they shove a spare tire in.
Go ev, Honda tech is 10 year behind
no pano roof, no vent seats, no phev option?
It looks like they got rid of rear LED turn signals on that top trim.
This is much smarter to my eyes than previous models. The last [current] model saw sales bomb in the UK and I believe in Europe generally but this one may regain some sales volume.
I feel like Honda purposely decontents their cars to justify Acura. Give the people the digital gauge cluster and a larger modern display. It always seems like they are penny-pinching.
Me too. FWIW my 2012 TSX Sportwagon has almost all of the Sport Touring features.
Definitely better looking. Really disappointed that the cargo floor isn't flat with the folded rear seats. Really interested to find out more about the new hybrid system. They have described it as "more capable" and the website says it has improved acceleration and added towing capacity but I haven't heard more efficient from them.
The seats would have to be flat on the floor to end up even with the load floor. At least they made the seat backs level when folded, a big advantage.
Or have higher load floor. Or put a phev battery there. I thought it was flat in the current version and that was one of the things that made it look like it could be a little better than the rav4 hybrid.
It has a 1000lb tow rating. No performance upgrades to speak of. 2 more horsepower and 15 more lb-ft of torque, but also added weight.
@@afcgeo882 yeah the current hybrid isn't tow rated so I guess technically anything would be an increase. It has an extra 15 lb-ft of torque so that would help a little.
23’ Honda CR-V pricing info has just been released.
EX- $32,750
EXL- $35,400
SPT HYB - $33,695
SPT TOUR AWD - $39,845
AWD only adds $1500
If it’s a non premium color it’s $395 LESS
The way I understand; this mean the AWD will not engage at low speeds.
Eg. in the rain or snow - while in the driveway; parking lots; unplowed streets; turning at intersections.
Please correct me if I have misunderstood this.
If my understanding is correct; then I don’t like the awd system at all; as it doesn’t cover the most basic; common and important use cases for awd.
If they make the pilot more MDX, less mommy wagon, I might buy one. I kinda hope they bring the removable middle bench to the pilot. (I know this is a CRV video, too small for me).
The previous gen interior looked better, like the hrv there a lot of missing features you get from it's competitors
I’m not exactly sure what it is but you are definitely looking super red under one of these cameras. Seems like the exposure is a good bit off
Alex is looking a bit radioactive lately. I've also notice this in the GV60 video.
Why isn't the hatch wiper housed under the roof spoiler!!! 😒
Nice, what's the color on the right called? I really like that purplish bluish grey. Or is it just gun metal with some reflection? Eitherways looks great.
I believe it will be called "Canyon River Blue Metallic"
New design gen for Honda is looking worse and still no spare tire? Dropping the ball
Seems to have a lot of front overhang.
0:27 what gives the headlights the blue look?
I like the look. But where are the plug-in and all electric models??
No flat floor when rear seats folded when the current one does get that...
Are these headlights coming with a blue hue or is this your camera again bugging?
Color balance is hard when indoors
@@AAutoBuyersGuide It also happened outdoors with the blue turning green. Never seen that elsewhere. Also there is a scammer in the comments, pretending to be you, beware.
So, still no spare in the hybrid?
No cooled seats in any trim?
If you are gassy....we can see why you are disappointed.
@@RLTtizMETest drive a car with good cooled seats in 100+ degree weather. You'll quickly change your mind about them.
@@0HOON0 Who said I wouldn't like them sweetie. Just making the point that you are a little gassy.
Looks hot, they killed it for me with CVT
Guess I'm upgrading to the 2023/24 CRV Sport Touring Hybrid AWD. I have 2018 CRV EX with 110K miles. I wanted a RAM 1500 but I driving a lot.
Standard Moon Roof in all trims but no passenger power seat? The EXL trim needs a 2.0 or 2.5 Non-Turbo engine! The air vent screen is terrible and probably prone to be damaged. Where are the LED fog lights?
Would love to see how this compares to the Hyundai Tuscon Hybrid!
Less fire
Less power, less features.
Many Tucson 1.6T have leaking oil pan from factory and engine ping after few thousand miles. 100k power train warranty doesn’t make up huge hassle of fixing new car
The Honda will have better engineering, better reliability, less warranty claims, better resale value...
Honda had a Bose stereo in the Accord SE as far back as the early 1990's.
Good review! Thanks!
Had so much hopes for this new gen CRV.
I'm sure the engine and performance are top class. Front end design is a lot better than prev gen. But interior, still looks so basic. Other competitors offer luxurious feels and looks despite the price. Example: 2021 Rogue and 2023 Sportage. But this might just be personal preferences.
The interior is more luxurious than average but not the most luxurious. The interior is significantly better than the RAV4
I think this interior looks absolutely cheap in the crv. 4 Honda products now carry this interior. Civic, integra, hrv and now crv. The crv's interior should be elegant and sophisticated. The rogue, sportage, tuscon and cx5 all have better interiors than this with better tech. The love I once had for Hondas is diminishing.
@@naveenthemachine Agree, almost anything is better than the RAV4 or Toyota for that matter 😅 Sorry, Toyota!
@@kyron2092 Now that you mentioning other Honda types carrying this interior, it makes sense why this looks boring. Agree in there is no upgrade to an SUV feeling.
@@Ian-mv4qq yeah this interior was fine on the cheaper vehicles but I was expecting more from the crv. Something similar to Honda's "Simplicity and Something" interior design sketch. I'm guessing the accord's interior will be similar to that
Honda should give some of that hybrid tech to Acura. The current gen of Acura models have less fleet mpgs compared to the models before. At least bring back the Sport Hybrid powertrain until Acura BEVs are ready.
Does 2023 model have 360 Front Camera?
Greetings from southern Ontario Canada this crossover is built in the honda plant in Alliston north of Toronto
I get it, compromises need to be made when simplifying trims, but I hate that I have to get an efficiency-zapping mechanical AWD system if I want the top trim, which is nonsensical since I'm jumping to that trim specifically for the hybrid engine(no, I don't want the regular "Sport," I prefer every available tech feature in a mid-market CUV). A huge portion of the country has zero use for AWD, so it'd be nice if they didn't mandate an extra cost feature that lowers MPG for a hybrid-only model on the best trim. 🙃 Give us Floridians FWD and save on both gas money and MSRP.
As a half true joke one could say that the AWD in CR-V is mostly off anyways. :)
One of the reason I avoided CR-V was it’s poor AWD performance.
Awd is really only needed in the upper snow belt that you really don’t want to live in
Please let me know if the hybrid version comed with spare tire, please 🙏🙏🙏
It was mentioned in the video. Do you not watch?
I wish they'd put the i-VTM4 in it. That's the only thing that holds me back from the CR-V. I've grown to like it too much on my Passport in harsh winter driving, but also even on dry road driving. I guess there's always the RDX but my nearest Acura dealer is 90+ minutes away.
Nice - but we really want to know about MPG improvements. Also we want PHEV model. Come on Honda - you can do it!
No, they can't. Honda has struggled - and failed - with hybrids for more than 15 years. They have no clue.
@@FrunkensteinVonZipperneck Oh - I think they do make good hybrids. We own a 2021 CR-V Hybrid and the 36-38 MPG we are getting is wonderful plus it is AWD, spacious, smooth, and reliable. We just want to get a second SUV in two more years with a Plug-IN version of the hybrid version. But if they dont have one (say in the 2023 Pilot) we will look elsewhere.
@@TeslaRules1856 No PHEVs for Honda. It objectively has struggled with hybrid tech. Most people are getting low 30’s with the CR-V hybrid, sadly. The bigger issue is that they can’t seem to shrink the battery to put it anywhere else. It’s a limitation with their platform, which carries over. This is likely because the regular version was designed for 3 rows. That means there’s insufficient space for a PHEV battery that would be MUCH larger.
@@afcgeo882 Doesn’t the European version come in a PHEV ? Does this mean they figured it out for 2023 ?
@@TeslaRules1856 Not yet, but Honda says it will. We don’t know what engine that’ll have.
What’s with Honda’s fit and finish? Headliner and upper plastics are a miss in rear. These are the media cars too???
Any word on an Odyssey hybrid? I can’t believe Honda has not put one out!
1:30 That's what I thought. It's a bit awkward to have front exhausts.
I currently own a 4th and 5th gen CRV. I love different things about both of them but i had been waiting on the 6th gen and i am a little disappointed. I think i will move up to the Acura at the next trade.
Hope they fix ghosting problem while driving with adaptative cruise control so car don't brake in front of nothing causing accident