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I like the Gen 3 v6 with a 5spd. Used to be the fastest car Toyota produced for a few years running and it was bullet proof. Its still not bad and they make a great daily because they aren't that big yet they have some snap.
We bought a new CRV in 2003 with the thought of driving it until it wouldn't run any longer. 18 years and 360K miles later we still have it. It just won't die!
@@pleco101 same for Hyundai and toyota. And mazda. Definitely stick with a naturally aspirated have a 2021 Tucson that's naturally aspirated GDI. Glad there wasn't a forced turbo option I believe they took off that option for a few years which was smart.
@@robmalcolm8042 Oh no, you couldn't give me a Hyundai. Had one years ago. Worst car I ever had. I was so happy when it was totaled in a wreck. Horrible transmission, windows fell off the tracks, catalytic converters burnt up.
Very excited to hear that as a early 2000's model owner myself. I am 178,000 miles and no major fixes yet. Bought it when it was traded in by the previous own who brought the car in for EVERYTHING the dealership suggested and gave me all the paperwork. . . .my mechanic couldn't believed that the previous owner did everything at the exact mileage and paid the dealership to do it.
Mine is a 03 with 245,000 miles. The engine runs great but needs rear shocks. When you get repairs, do you get Honda parts or aftermarket? Also do you use a vehicle protection coverage like car shield? I've had to replace the AC two times in the last 10 years and a few other parts (catalytic converter). Really love my CRV but thinking about looking for a 2016.
Scotty's reviews for used CRV's and RAV4's start at: 7:54 RAV4. Summary: best years 2017-2018, least reliable years: 2001, 2002, 2007, 2008. 8:53 CRV. Summary: best years 2005, 2006, 2016. Least reliable years: 2007-2011.
Why didn't Scotty mention how good CRV's are after 2016? He said RAV4's best years are 2017-2018!! We know CRV's more recently went to CVT's which many mechanics and customers do not like due to reliability issues.
@@rogersmoot6194 the Toyota ecvt in the rav4 technically is not a cvt. It uses gears and a planetary gear. Not bands or chains. It has been bullet proof. All lasting 200,000 miles. Toyota makes the best unit.
My first car was a 2001 Honda CR-V I bought in 2014 off an older woman who had used it for church and groceries. In 2014, it only had 25k miles on it. I loved that car and took pride in taking care of it and would receive compliments about how well it was maintained whenever I got my oil changed or needed a new part or just by strangers at the gas station. Anyways, last month, someone was driving on the wrong side of the road and crashed into my car. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but my suspension was trashed. My beloved car is now in the junkyard in the sky. I'm close to purchasing a new vehicle, hoping for a 2013 CR-V. It's my first time interacting with a dealership so I've been researching up a storm. All this to say I HAD A PICNIC TABLE IN THE BACK OF MY CAR FOR 6 YEARS AND NO ONE TOLD ME?!
I have a 2008 CR-V EX-L 212K but I change the oil every 3K as it burns a qt over 4-5 K. Overall a very good car but a stiffer somewhat road noisy SUV. Had AC fans replaced and AC better now. Slightly harder start in very hot weather >105°F but heard possibly need valves adjusted precisely. Still great vehicle overall!
My 2007 Honda CR-V has 401k miles on it so I can confidently say that this thing is indestructible. Although the air-conditioning hasn't worked for years and I've experienced the door lock issues and it drinks oil like it's nobody's business but the thing still runs which is all that matters to me.
@@michaelbeerbados3291 How else do you think it's gotten to over 401k miles. By this point nearly half the car is probably new parts (besides the engine).
We bought our 2001 RAV4 in 2001 and I am still driving it. This has been my favorite vehicle by far! I love the small size, the great turning radius, the ability to take out the seats and use it like a truck. It fits in compact car spaces, too. I will be very sad when it no longer works and I have to get another vehicle. I will drive it until that happens.
When something breaks just fix it...when the engine/trans goes after 400/500k+ miles just rebuild it...and drive it for another 30 years with no car payment. its cheaper to just fix it and keep enjoying it rather than buying another one if you like the vehicle. Besides life is easier with no car payments😊
I love my 2001 RAV4 too. Mine has 210,000 miles. I agree with all your points, except the turn radius. Mine seems like it has the turn radius of a dump truck! Just not that great when a tiny car can only turn a few feet tighter than full size Honda Odyssey.
I bought a 2008 RAV4 in 2010 from Hertz with under 20,000 miles and now it has just under 150K miles. It performed so well that I bought a new 2015 RAV4 and it has about 85K miles. I love both cars and spend little on them other than oil, tires and brakes.
2006 CR-V, got it used with 42,000 miles. Now has 250,000! Great vehicle and LOVE the picnic table! You really can’t beat the creativity and engineering that they put into this thing!
We used to have a 2006 CRV EX, it is funny that I never realized that there is a picnic table. We drove it for 12 years then it was so old that put kid won’t even want it.
I had a 2005 RAV4 that just retired after almost 17 years! with 280,000 miles. It was rust that got it .. engine still ran perfectly. To be fair I live in Canada with rough winters. Amazing little car
Hi Scotty , I just bought my wife a 2018 RAV 4 AWD as we live by the snow belt area in Central Ontario, Canada.. Based my decision on your expertise in the many informative videos from an honest mechanic…. You are a very rare breed 🤙
When we looked at our first SUV purchase in 2003, the CRV was our preferred choice over the RAV 4 due to the longer wheel base and more stable ride. Really happy with our choice - super reliable, tight turning radius, lots of room (full size spare is on the outside). Only downside is that it has been noisy on highway road trips, which was a widespread issue for Honda's in general for many years. So in 2012, when we needed to retire an old vehicle, we found ourselves comparing the two vehicles again, and picked the RAV4 that time. Toyota had extended their wheelbase, and it was definately the quieter highway ride. That was the last year that Toyota kept the full size spare on the back and it still had a "boxy" rear end, so still lots of room inside. We still drive both - the CRV for errands around town and winter driving, while the RAV4 is our preferred highway hauler. Both have been economic, reliable vehicles, and we expect to run them for at least 25 years before they are retired. Will be interesting to see how the two models compare at our next vehicle update - may find ourselves looking at autonomous driving capabilities and perhaps the distance they can travel on an electric battery charge or hydrogen fill-up.
We have a 2016 CR-V (100000 miles ) and a 2008 RDX( 170000 miles ) , the RDX is very comfortable for a long distance road trip (I mean normally drive above 1500 miles in a day), good for a windy or snowing day too, And the CR-V good for in town driving and shopping but not that well on a winy highway VS the RDX , the RDX has more safe and stable feel in a windy highway driving. We like them both any way.
haha this comment is so funny, you made it sound like the CR-V died, then you revealed that of course it still runs lol, i'm on a '99 outback and am looking to eventually get a gen 3 CR-V
I have owned two Toyota RAV4's. First one he original 1996. I sold it to a friend with about 160,000 miles and never had a problem. His daughter drove to 350,000 miles before finely retiring the vehicle. I presently own a 2016 RAV4 and again no issues. So Toyota has been good to me especially the RAV4's.
I have own a rav4 2017 sold it after 3 year was to slow ,lack tech and bought a Ford and now I am more happy left Toyota( discover Toyota sell old car and too expedience for the same price I can buy a Honda , Ford event a better a BMW:D
My late wife bought a 1996 Purple Storm RAV 4 just before we got married. We kept it in mint condition and had it almost 20 years before she got rear ended. Broke my heart having the vehicle totaled. Best vehicle we ever had. We also had a 2008 RAV4 with 261 HP V6 3 row seat. Also an excellent vehicle and a sleeper. Damn thing was hella fast off the line. Sadly I traded it in after my wife passed. Too many memories that hurt.
@martin, best feeling of owning a suv with manual transmission, it will never bored u unlike most people who drive cars with automatic, driving a car is what U call BORINGGGG!!!!
@@SIIKAP1 hahaha well in my case, my dad has a car dealership, so I've been in several cars. I'm from Ecuador and here the security and quality standards are really low. Kia and Hyundai just started offering the driver's airbag two years ago. Chevrolet is basically Sparks and a lot of chinese vehicles (people love em) so when I got into my CRV I could tell quality, I know there are more luxurious cars out there. But for a 23 year old ecuadorian who just bought his fifth car, this is the best yet. 👌🏼👌🏼
My 2010 rav4 base has 221kmiles as of this morning and i have never fixed a single thing... new brake pads and disk before winter last year and other mantianance like transmission flush and oil changes nothing else. Still runs, rides, drives and looks like new !
My '02 Civic had 170,000 miles with no brake jobs or struts.... just oil change, spark plugs & tires. Not knocking Toyotas.... I bought a new Rav4 XSE hybrid 8 months ago & love it. You can't go wrong with a Toyota or Honda but I don't like turbo engines & no spare tires so beware!
I bought a 2003 CRV in January of 2020 with 59 000 miles. I have since put nearly 15 000 miles on it that included a move from southern California to Toronto in January of 2021. Aside from regular scheduled maintenance it has just needed the control arm bushings replaced (cost me a few hundred dollars) and has had no engine issues. Every mechanic that has looked at it has commented on how it will give me many more years of use as long as I keep taking care of it. I plan on driving it until it's kaput and by the sounds of it that will take a while still!
I have the 2021 CVR and I have owned 5 others . They are very dependable , easy on gas , and hold there value . The only complaint is road noise which keeps getting better year after year . My next car will be another CRV , and yes they are very good in snow also .
original owner of 2009 RAV4 limited with V6 + 4wd, incredibly reliable, new water pump at 100k, a few recall notices of no consequence, 171k miles and going strong !
I have same car, tho no 4wd. I too had to replace water pump around 125000 miles. But I love the power and the room in this car. Thinking of buying the hybred and keeping this one too.
Owned a Gen1 crv. Still a daily driver and minimal maintenance. Just one major repair. Have to rebuild my trans dew to worn out clutch packs on my automatic transmission. But still. It is driving down the road after 21 years.
i think 1st gen CRV was the best looking of all CRVs. i have 2nd gen (05), which has a better engine & trans, & a timing chain (1st gen had timing belt). but that 1st gen looked the best
1st gen CRV is definitely my favorite looking one. If my ‘97 Accord ever dies out or gets wrecked Im going after one of those with a standard transmission. Early Honda automatics aren’t the most reliable unfortunately
Being a owner of 2019 rav4 I could say I’m really happy with it and it performs well going on dirt road and fishing and it does fantastic in the snow I would definitely recommend it as crossover sure it doesn’t have to much of power but you will still get thru places as needed and it does keep up with highway speeds
So based on one of your prior recommendations, I assisted my daughter in buying from its first owner a 2016 Honda CRV early last year. She has had zero issues with it and is quite pleased. Thank you for your advice.
I'm on my second CR-V...the first one a 2004 model that I drove until 2018 and had 178K miles on it. Now have a 2018 model and it feels like I am gliding like in The Jetsons. This is my fourth Honda and I still love them. The design details, superior handling and sound dampening qualities of these cars are superior to other cars. Oh and they hold their value longer, as well. Hope this helps someone
Honda 'til I die. In the UK, the love seems to be for Audis, BMW and Mercs......cant see it myself after having too many issues. These people are missing a trick. Toyota sales seem to be really picking up sales, though more recently. I'd love the new Civic, though, looks beautifully built.
I have a 2016 CR-V with 65,000 miles on it...runs great. I bought it almost 3 years ago and in that time I have only done scheduled maintenance. I am very happy so far.
I have a 2015 CRV EX AWD (which I bought new) and it has 135K miles on it and has given me no problems....only have done lube changes, filters, brakes, and tires. Great car. (not fond of the CVT transmission, but it works fine.)
Either one is a pain to work on i wouldn't have either and these two that have that cvt transmission what a peice of junk a rubber belt to move your car honda doest put a cvt transmission in the talon,side by side they ues a real automatic transmission in it is that because belts break just ask any side by side owner
I bought a 1996 RAV 4 in 2010. I still drive it. Best car I’ve ever had. Strangely, the lot I bought it from had a 2000 Honda CRV they showed me at the same time. It had fewer miles and might have been okay but I paid more for the RAV and have had no reason to doubt my decision. I don’t like the new ones as much and would probably go with another Tacoma if my 25 year old 250,000 mile RAV ever stops running
Planning to buy a new RAV4 and this video was very helpful! My husband’s 2000 4Runner is still very much alive; we just replaced the fuel pump on it in our driveway so Toyotas are reliable long term and super easy to work on, which prompted me to seek a RAV4 for my long term daily driver.😁
I drove both on test drives in 2020 and plumped for the new RAV4 Hybrid. The key selling point was the safety system. I got adaptive cruise control (If you have never experienced it, you shd try it as it is extraordinary), blind spot monitoring, rear collision crossing warning, speed limit monitoring, pedestrian/cyclist collision avoidance etc etc. Of course, these are aids. The driver must still be in control. But...the driving experience particularly with Adaptive Cruise Control is incredible. I think the new RAV4 Hybrid is an exceptional car.
No lie, I was going to gift my mother in law a crv for her birthday and today I saw a rav 4 and decided to get that instead. And now this video made me settle on a rav 4 with confidence. Thank you Scottie
I bought a 2010 crv brand new and still driving it now. So far so good, only brakes, fluids, wipers and tires. There were flaws from the beginning and was worried they would be problems over time but 137000kms (85000miles) later and still working the same as when I bought it.
Our 06 CRV served our family well until it hit 250kms and it started needed $1500-$2000 a year to for maintenance. Wasn’t bad at all! We drove the hell out of it! In a19 Rav now! Great video Scotty!
Rav4 all the way. Put both my kids into Ravs (2017 & 2021) both when they went to college. Great gas mileage, dependability, and their moving is much easier when you fold down the back seats. Thank you for the videos, Scotty. I'm a big fan! Keep up the great work!
I love my 2014 Honda CRV-EX I bought it in 2017 pre owned from Honda. It had only 26000 miles on it. Only thing I had to by was new tires last month. Now it has 69000 miles on it. Still runs so smooth!
I prefer those older RAV4 with a spare tire in the back and sliding doors. It’s utilitarian and rugged. I buy older cars both because they are simpler, easier to work on, cheaper to buy, (I spend max 5K on a car) and of course, no car payments and cheaper to insure. It’s a win/win for me.
Both Toyota and Honda made very good cars but when I first started working in the late '80's, I needed a reliable and yet easy to maintain so I went with a Toyota Corolla FX16 GTS hatchback. Drove it for 8 years with just regular maintenance but decided to give it to my little brother after buying a Toyota Pickup truck and drove it for 12 years. In the year 2000, I bought a 4Runner SR5 4x4 and still drive it today to tow my fishing boat around. Also bought a 2009 Corolla 4 door sedan and mainly use it for commuting to work. I still could not switch over to a Honda since both of my Toyotas are still running fine.
I just financed my first used car, a 2019 rav4 le and honestly I wasn’t too excited about it in the beginning but now I’m on board. The automatic high beams come in handy and the Apple play makes long car trips more enjoyable. Im in PA and with this years snow it handled like a beast.8/10 tbh would recommend
Our 2007 CRV had a number of problems. air bags, air bag passenger seat sensor, Catalytic converter, AC, door locks, water leaking into the spare tire well, oil screen clogs. But it still ran.
I've got a 2010 version but will never get the new version, why?? Automatic doesn't appear to me, too bloody boring and lazyiness, get a manual and you'll know what the feeling of fun is
I bought my used 2017 Toyota XLE w/ 93k mi for around $15k from a GMC dealer about 5 months ago. It's still working perfectly, and of course, starts right up!
We bought a 2016 CRV new. It is the EX-L model with AWD. We now have about 106k miles. It has NEVER had ANY issues, other than Tires, Front brakes, and normal maintenance. The only gripe is the high noise level in the car, typical with any Honda. We are careful to do the fluids at correct intervals. It uses about a quart during the 5k miles between changes, as it has since it was a year or two old. Great car! Bill & Carol in Renton, Wa.
I recently sat in a 2020 (or 2021, not sure) CR-V and found it surprisingly roomy. At 6' 4" and healthy build, I was able to sit in the driver's seat, and then behind it in the 2nd row without moving the driver's seat. The rear of the cabin also had the raised ceiling which let me sit up straight. Really well thought out cabin design in my opinion.
I'm 6'4" also but find the increased windshield angle and lower door top a pita to get in. Once I'm in there it's great. I'm spoiled by our boxy 2005 Honda Pilot. Sounds like the 2023 will have a more steeply raked windshield.
That’s the main reason I went with the 2020 crv. So far I haven’t experienced an oil dilution problems. I do use 0-16 oil instead of the recommended 0-20. That tip came straight from Scotty.
I bought a ‘15 CR-V that was a former leased car with 7K miles on it in ‘16. It has 92k miles on it now and I haven’t had a problem (knocks on closest piece of wood) except for tires, which the dealership replaced a month after I bought it. Great vehicle.
i had 2009 Honda CRV and it never had any issues. Most reliable car i have owned, it was even more reliable than my Toyota Landcruiser, but LC was better car overall with superior 4x4. CRV does not have real 4WD, but enough grip for 95% of the people. I got stuck once with my CRV in snow and only two wheels was spinning. Another front wheel and another rear wheel. The wheels which actually had some grip did not spin.. Good option for CRV pricepoint if you want more 4x4 is Suzuki Vitara.
These two are so similiar. Do you ever think that these companies get together and are like, "ok, this year you do this better, next year we'll do this better, then it'll be our turn to make this feature better" just to make it look like there is competition
You see this in other trends like the funky looking black plastic mesh grills you see on so many cars by different manufacturers. Or the really low to the ground clearance on the recent camrys and accords. Collusion?
@@bill2548 In this time in America you would be really dumb to trust anyone or anything above Jesus. He is coming soon and your eternal destiny is Heaven/Believe , Trust, and live for Jesus or Hell/just do your own thing. Get a Bible and start reading and asking The Holy Spirit to show you TRUTH, that is if you aren't afraid to have your world rocked when you see the TRUTH of God rather than your own skewed believes. Hope you get Jesus friend!
Hey Scotty! Can you please do more of these comparisons? I've been looking at Lexus/Toyota and Acura/Honda per your advice. I haven't made a final decision, but was blown away by this presentation! ❤️
I have a 2002 Rav4 and the vehicle has been still very very reliable today in 2021. Excellent build quality for a 19 year old vehicle. Nice thing about the 2002 Rav4 is that the average weekend mechanic can still do their own DIY work on the car. First and second gen. Rav4 are not overly complex and still very easy to work on and parts are still readily available at the local NAPA and Auto-parts parts dealers....
That's why I'm trying to find a reasonably low mileage older car. I'm nowhere near what anybody would classify as a mechanic, but I can do a lot of easy stuff. Changing out parts isn't the hardest thing in the world and RUclips is a fantastic resource for repairs. The simpler the car the less expensive it will be to operate over the long haul and the more repairs I can do myself.
@@Barneyrubble241 My 2002 Rav4 is pretty easy to work on. The only thing I found difficult was trying to find the location of the timing chain tensioner as there is a very common oil leak at the rubber seal on most Toyota with 4 cylinder engines. other than that everything else is pretty straight forward as long as you have some general knowledge about fixing cars. Not a lot can go wrong. Just do a extra strong 60% antifreeze and 40% water mix and the cooling system will be fine for the next 6 ~ 7 years. Aside from that I only change my oil once a year with conventional Walmart oil and my Rav4 still hasn't had any problems whatsoever. Parts are still easy to get as the Rav4, Camry and Corolla are all based on the same engine and chassis. Only the outer body is different. The front quarter panel and front door are also ABS plastic so this keeps rust very minimal. If you can't find a second generation Rav4 the next best bet is a Honda Element and the front and rear quarter panels on the Element are also made of ABS plastics and Honda engines are extremely reliable. Some rusting above the windows on the Element but in general very well made and comparable to the second generation Rav4s. Even if the Rav4 you find has +300,000 km, as long as the Rav4 is in good overall condition the Rav4 should last to at least 500,000 km. Most people here in Canada have Toyota trucks that have well over 450,000 km and they are still going strong mechanically that is. Mind you there is some rusting with cars that old but look at the Dodge Rams and F150s. Most of these trucks start rusting after year 5. My Rav4 has next to zero rust and the Rav4 is 20 years old. Rav4s also use a timing chain thus one should never need to open the engine for any major repairs whatsoever. Also get yourself a Haynes repair manual for the Rav4 as well Some people have had problems with the ECM computer but if the Rav4 you plan on buying has over 200,000 km the ECM will be fine. If the ECM hasn't gone by them then it will not (it's a soldering fix that isn't had to do yourself if the transmission starts acting up. As well, if the engine light is on, don't worry about it too much. My engine light is permanently on and I have had zero problem with the engine whatsoever. Usually it's just a bad O2 sensor and if everything is running fine just ignor the engine light. Everything in the Rav4 is still all mechanical. That's the way they were designed. Simple and very very robust. Also spend a little more money and try to buy from owners in a richer area as richer people tend to maintain their cars better and have dedicated mechanics and auto repair shops do all of their repair work on their cars.
We traded in the wife’s 2015 Honda Crosstour for a 2021 CR-V Touring. I was skeptical of the engine difference from a V6 to the I4 turbo but was pleasantly surprised at the power the I4 makes. I really liked the Crosstour but Honda discontinued them in 2015 so we could not get a new one. So far she loves her new CR-V and isn’t that what it’s all about? Making the wife happy?
@@Tatorvision hey dude, did you get a great deal and save 30%? I love brand new due to I know its mine, (I'm the 1st owner), nobody has put their germs all over it or has spilled anything major in it like pop or food or anything. The only thing I don't like is high car payments and taking that 30% hit of driving it off the car lot. I hope you saved yourself some serious coin! How does it drive and feel? Did the tires get changed over to the better ones that ride softer without hard bumps? Thank you for your reply. Take care
The Tale of 2 Sisters: Thank you for doing this comparison! My sister is a CRV girl and I am a Rav4 girl. She loves her 2000 CRV, and i adore my 2009 Rav4 (both 4 cyl). Neither of us like the look/style and over teched newer CRVs or Rav4s. That we can agree on. We like the more rugged look of the swing gate and rear mounted spare tire. We both like the fun-factor, and both of them are easy to work on. (Although i really think mine is easier. 😉) Ps. My mom just got a 2011 Rav4, and loves it. (I win! 😂)
Guys I work at a Honda dealership. And lemme be honest with you: Avoid the CRV. Especially if you're choosing it over the Rav4. If you can get a good deal on one MAYBE. But if they're almost the same price then don't even think about the crv. The older ones were better made but the 1.5L turbos are not so good. Engine problems, transmission problems, sometimes electrical problems and the built quality of the interior is just not on the same level as the Rav4. They're not absolute garbage but they're a far cry from Toyota's offering. I've spent a lot of time with both (Rav4 being my best friend's car and I deal with probably tens of crvs a day at work).
My daughter just bought her first new car. Those were the 2 she test drove. Her words, "you could feel every bump in the road in the Civic. She bought the Corolla (2021) yesterday!
Bought a 2012 CR-V new and I have been very happy with it. It had a heater issue early on that was covered by warranty. The driver side seat belt somehow got frayed so that had to be replaced, but otherwise no major issues as it approaches 200K.
How'd it go? I am looking on buying a CRV or a Rav4 in the near future as my first car but my uncle says I should buy a smaller car first to learn how to drive it so I wanna know if it suited you well
I recently got into a car accident and my car was totaled. I'm a big suv/compact suv guy. And I always loved toyotas and Hondas engineering and their cars and models. This video was super helpful in choosing my new car!
@@purejoy1985 glad to see you found something you like, I also recently picked up a 2017 Crv Lx awd (Canadian built) with the 1.5l turbocharged engine. I love the car but I’ve been really worried I made the wrong decision with that engine.
2011 CRV EX here, did have to replace AC compressor at around 90k mile mark but so far I'm at 150k with no other problems, runs like a champ, just replaced the tires and runs even better! I bought this CRV new with 4 miles on it. Has taken my family to Florida from Illinois at least 8 times since new, driven in sand, up steep hills and everything in between. The thing is a BEAST!
Just picked up a 2017 Rav 4 with 49,000 miles last January and we love it. We also have a 2007 Corolla that has been a great vehicle for us for the last 6 years. We have had to do very little maintenance on it and it has never failed us. My truck is a 2008 Tundra which has also been trouble free and dependable. Pretty hard to beat Toyota in my opinion. Keep these great videos coming Scotty. Love the content.
I'm driving a 2007 Honda CR-V with approximately 130k miles on it. It surprisingly has a ton of features for a 2007 vehicle including a rear cam, heated seats etc.. it rides comfortably. It carries my photo gear. It's pretty good in the snow.. I didn't have a shovel with me and car was snowed in on a NYC street last year the damn CR-V climbed right out easily. I was highly impressed with it.
I’ve had a Honda CR-V 2011 for 10 yrs. it’s been a lot of fun and we have enjoyed many road trips. I am now experiencing issues with the lock systems- $500 for a new fuse box to correct the back hatch which won’t always open and that doesn’t include any labor costs. It’s kinda a rough ride with road noise too and I probably would have kept it except I got a fantastic deal on a new Rav 4 so I’m gonna switch.
Great video. I've owned a 2008 CR-V and a 2016 RAV-4. Minor issues in each but the build quality of the RAV was cheap. I had lots if little rattles in the RAV. I have a 2020 CRV now and I love it. If I get another Honda down the road, it'll be a Pilot.
The pilot is gonna be my next buy. I rent them for years and they are a customer's favourite. You would have to drive one to really know. My best friend love them and I heard him mentioned it and I encourage him to get one. He surprised me and got one about a month now and he is super excited. He chose it over the highlander.
It's very interesting that you posted this today, Scotty! I spent quite a few hours riding in the passenger seat of a friend's RAV-4 today, going into the mountains and back (to see fireflies at dusk--"yay"). I was quite impressed. The climate vents are adjustable, but still diffused nicely so you don't feel that the AC is blowing on a certain body area. I'm exactly 6 feet tall and I still had a whole hand width above my head. The cargo space was plentiful for the four of us (my friend, his wife, son, and me with my big bag of warm clothes, shoes, OFF!, umbrella and tons of camera equipment). The ugliest crossovers come from Nissan, with KICKS and JUKE.
I bought my kid a 2005 crv and a 2011 crv for me. I love the 2005, I might have to trade out with my college kid. Leg room in both models, but 2005 handles better and just feels good. Minimal repairs, but the 2011 has had that compressor a/c problem twice.
Better yet just avoid turbo engines across the board. Who needs another component that can go bad and cost big money to rectify? I avoided turbo’s in my truck Ford F-150 and went with the reliable 5.0 Coyote. The eco boosts might be nice for gas mileage and power but how often will you have issues with the turbo?
Scotty, you told us the JD Power ratings don't mean a thing, but you use them as a comparison in this article. Competition between these two auto makers results in better and better autos, which is how competition serves us all. My '94 Camry finally died @305,000 miles - best car I've ever owned. I have two newer Toyota products now.
My big concern about the new CR-V is your opinion about the 1.5 L Turbo GDI engine. I like the looks and features of the CR-V better than the RAV4, but if the engine is going to blow up prematurely and have oil dilution problems then it seems the RAV4 is the sensible way to go. Has your evaluation of the Honda 1.5 L changed in recent months?
We have the 2018 Toyota RAV4 le and it has so much room in it, perfect for when we go on vacation. It has plenty of power and the handling is absolutely smooth. It cuts corners and curves like it's on rails. Great gas mileage. Also it just feels sturdy and safe while driving. We love it our kids love it and our friends and family love it
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I like the Gen 3 v6 with a 5spd. Used to be the fastest car Toyota produced for a few years running and it was bullet proof. Its still not bad and they make a great daily because they aren't that big yet they have some snap.
Good video! Please grow out your beard Scotty!!
We need more of these of reliable years for different cars
Where's the best place to buy a 2000 chevy astro hood
Hi @ScottyKilmer , which used Honda CRV/model 2008 or used Toyota RAV4/model 2008 would you recommend I buy?
We bought a new CRV in 2003 with the thought of driving it until it wouldn't run any longer. 18 years and 360K miles later we still have it. It just won't die!
Good info. Thinking about buying a new CRV.
I think you cannot go wrong with picking either.
@@namvet1968 Check out the CX5.
@@pleco101 same for Hyundai and toyota. And mazda. Definitely stick with a naturally aspirated have a 2021 Tucson that's naturally aspirated GDI. Glad there wasn't a forced turbo option I believe they took off that option for a few years which was smart.
@@robmalcolm8042 Oh no, you couldn't give me a Hyundai. Had one years ago. Worst car I ever had. I was so happy when it was totaled in a wreck. Horrible transmission, windows fell off the tracks, catalytic converters burnt up.
my ‘02 CRV has 447,600 miles on the clock and shows no signs of stopping anytime soon, definitely a crv fan for life
Just bought an 03 crv with 250k and rides like new
💯💯💯
I have an 02 I bought with 34k on it 5 years ago. I only have about 64k on it now and plan to keep it as long as possible. Best $8k I ever spent 🙂
Very excited to hear that as a early 2000's model owner myself. I am 178,000 miles and no major fixes yet. Bought it when it was traded in by the previous own who brought the car in for EVERYTHING the dealership suggested and gave me all the paperwork. . . .my mechanic couldn't believed that the previous owner did everything at the exact mileage and paid the dealership to do it.
Mine is a 03 with 245,000 miles. The engine runs great but needs rear shocks. When you get repairs, do you get Honda parts or aftermarket? Also do you use a vehicle protection coverage like car shield? I've had to replace the AC two times in the last 10 years and a few other parts (catalytic converter). Really love my CRV but thinking about looking for a 2016.
Scotty's reviews for used CRV's and RAV4's start at:
7:54 RAV4. Summary: best years 2017-2018, least reliable years: 2001, 2002, 2007, 2008.
8:53 CRV. Summary: best years 2005, 2006, 2016. Least reliable years: 2007-2011.
We have two 2010 CRVs and both have had air compressor issues.
Why didn't Scotty mention how good CRV's are after 2016? He said RAV4's best years are 2017-2018!! We know CRV's more recently went to CVT's which many mechanics and customers do not like due to reliability issues.
@@rogersmoot6194 the Toyota ecvt in the rav4 technically is not a cvt. It uses gears and a planetary gear. Not bands or chains. It has been bullet proof. All lasting 200,000 miles. Toyota makes the best unit.
That's the data I wanted for my notes - 👍 thank you
I have SRV 2009 facelifit. Running great
My first car was a 2001 Honda CR-V I bought in 2014 off an older woman who had used it for church and groceries. In 2014, it only had 25k miles on it. I loved that car and took pride in taking care of it and would receive compliments about how well it was maintained whenever I got my oil changed or needed a new part or just by strangers at the gas station. Anyways, last month, someone was driving on the wrong side of the road and crashed into my car. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but my suspension was trashed. My beloved car is now in the junkyard in the sky. I'm close to purchasing a new vehicle, hoping for a 2013 CR-V. It's my first time interacting with a dealership so I've been researching up a storm. All this to say I HAD A PICNIC TABLE IN THE BACK OF MY CAR FOR 6 YEARS AND NO ONE TOLD ME?!
I figured out I had a picnic table several months ago after 5 years. You're not alone lol.
LOL, very useful. Some of them had a showers in the back!!
I also had no idea about it
Insane !
I have a 2008 CR-V EX-L 212K but I change the oil every 3K as it burns a qt over 4-5 K. Overall a very good car but a stiffer somewhat road noisy SUV. Had AC fans replaced and AC better now. Slightly harder start in very hot weather >105°F but heard possibly need valves adjusted precisely. Still great vehicle overall!
My wife has had her 2016 CR-V EX-L for 2 years and she absolutely loves it.
My 06 Crv has 260k miles and runs strong 💪🏼
My 91 CRX has never broke down has 475,000 miles, runs good as new.
how come? you bought the CRV before watching this? 'stupid` you know :)
My 2007 Honda CR-V has 401k miles on it so I can confidently say that this thing is indestructible. Although the air-conditioning hasn't worked for years and I've experienced the door lock issues and it drinks oil like it's nobody's business but the thing still runs which is all that matters to me.
Change the " Cabin Filter "
Air conditioning doesn't work more likely because of the air compressor. That's usually what goes wrong in the CR-V
I got a 2007 crv too. 171,000 miles on it with back door locking issues.
try " maintenance" and "replacing worn parts"...see how that goes for you
@@michaelbeerbados3291 How else do you think it's gotten to over 401k miles. By this point nearly half the car is probably new parts (besides the engine).
We bought our 2001 RAV4 in 2001 and I am still driving it. This has been my favorite vehicle by far! I love the small size, the great turning radius, the ability to take out the seats and use it like a truck. It fits in compact car spaces, too. I will be very sad when it no longer works and I have to get another vehicle. I will drive it until that happens.
When something breaks just fix it...when the engine/trans goes after 400/500k+ miles just rebuild it...and drive it for another 30 years with no car payment. its cheaper to just fix it and keep enjoying it rather than buying another one if you like the vehicle. Besides life is easier with no car payments😊
That's great Hellen 👍
Let me know when you want to sell it lol
I love my 2001 RAV4 too. Mine has 210,000 miles. I agree with all your points, except the turn radius. Mine seems like it has the turn radius of a dump truck! Just not that great when a tiny car can only turn a few feet tighter than full size Honda Odyssey.
Good to hear. Going to hopefully buy a 2001 RAV4 AWD with 185k miles tomorrow.
@@WMarsh-ev7vy may I ask how much?
I would think $3500-4500 my guess
If the body is good to 👍
I have a 2008 crv. Its been the best vehicle I've ever owned. Has 260000 km. And still pulls the same as day 1. No problems with it at all.
Your lucky mine is in the shop every week only 125 thousand miles piece of junk you got lucky
I bought a 2008 RAV4 in 2010 from Hertz with under 20,000 miles and now it has just under 150K miles. It performed so well that I bought a new 2015 RAV4 and it has about 85K miles. I love both cars and spend little on them other than oil, tires and brakes.
I just bought a 2019 CRV!! I’m so excited! Can’t wait to be out driving it!
2006 CR-V, got it used with 42,000 miles. Now has 250,000! Great vehicle and LOVE the picnic table! You really can’t beat the creativity and engineering that they put into this thing!
We used to have a 2006 CRV EX, it is funny that I never realized that there is a picnic table. We drove it for 12 years then it was so old that put kid won’t even want it.
@James Sexton any parts replaced or what were the parts replaced?
@@gutadin5 new alternator at 125k, new AC compressor at 200k.
Is it an ex or lx?
I had a 2005 RAV4 that just retired after almost 17 years! with 280,000 miles. It was rust that got it .. engine still ran perfectly. To be fair I live in Canada with rough winters. Amazing little car
Hi Scotty , I just bought my wife a 2018 RAV 4 AWD as we live by the snow belt area in Central Ontario, Canada.. Based my decision on your expertise in the many informative videos from an honest mechanic…. You are a very rare breed 🤙
When we looked at our first SUV purchase in 2003, the CRV was our preferred choice over the RAV 4 due to the longer wheel base and more stable ride. Really happy with our choice - super reliable, tight turning radius, lots of room (full size spare is on the outside). Only downside is that it has been noisy on highway road trips, which was a widespread issue for Honda's in general for many years. So in 2012, when we needed to retire an old vehicle, we found ourselves comparing the two vehicles again, and picked the RAV4 that time. Toyota had extended their wheelbase, and it was definately the quieter highway ride. That was the last year that Toyota kept the full size spare on the back and it still had a "boxy" rear end, so still lots of room inside. We still drive both - the CRV for errands around town and winter driving, while the RAV4 is our preferred highway hauler. Both have been economic, reliable vehicles, and we expect to run them for at least 25 years before they are retired. Will be interesting to see how the two models compare at our next vehicle update - may find ourselves looking at autonomous driving capabilities and perhaps the distance they can travel on an electric battery charge or hydrogen fill-up.
We have a 2016 CR-V (100000 miles ) and a 2008 RDX( 170000 miles ) , the RDX is very comfortable for a long distance road trip (I mean normally drive above 1500 miles in a day), good for a windy or snowing day too, And the CR-V good for in town driving and shopping but not that well on a winy highway VS the RDX , the RDX has more safe and stable feel in a windy highway driving. We like them both any way.
Yeah,our 2005 Pilot has lousy road noise isolation. It was criticized for this back then.
Got 280,000 on my CRV and it's my daily driver. 64 miles a day round trip. Never left me stranded on the road. Best car I ever owned.
haha this comment is so funny, you made it sound like the CR-V died, then you revealed that of course it still runs lol, i'm on a '99 outback and am looking to eventually get a gen 3 CR-V
I have owned two Toyota RAV4's. First one he original 1996. I sold it to a friend with about 160,000 miles and never had a problem. His daughter drove to 350,000 miles before finely retiring the vehicle. I presently own a 2016 RAV4 and again no issues. So Toyota has been good to me especially the RAV4's.
I have own a rav4 2017 sold it after 3 year was to slow ,lack tech and bought a Ford and now I am more happy left Toyota( discover Toyota sell old car and too expedience for the same price I can buy a Honda , Ford event a better a BMW:D
@@calindor19 good luck with reliability when you put miles on a BMW
My late wife bought a 1996 Purple Storm RAV 4 just before we got married. We kept it in mint condition and had it almost 20 years before she got rear ended. Broke my heart having the vehicle totaled. Best vehicle we ever had. We also had a 2008 RAV4 with 261 HP V6 3 row seat. Also an excellent vehicle and a sleeper. Damn thing was hella fast off the line. Sadly I traded it in after my wife passed. Too many memories that hurt.
@@MightyT01 Sending you a big hug!
@@calindor19 good luck with ford or BMW.
I bought a pearl white 2020 CR-V EX-L last month. So far I’m loving it! I love all the security features and how nice it looks inside and outside
I just bought a 07 CRV Manual Transmission (Not so common in America) is the greatest most comfortable car I've ever got
Well you’re like 20 so I doubt you’ve had much lol.
@martin, best feeling of owning a suv with manual transmission, it will never bored u unlike most people who drive cars with automatic, driving a car is what U call BORINGGGG!!!!
Aren’t you special
Me too....but, I live in Barcelona ✌👍
@@SIIKAP1 hahaha well in my case, my dad has a car dealership, so I've been in several cars. I'm from Ecuador and here the security and quality standards are really low. Kia and Hyundai just started offering the driver's airbag two years ago. Chevrolet is basically Sparks and a lot of chinese vehicles (people love em) so when I got into my CRV I could tell quality, I know there are more luxurious cars out there. But for a 23 year old ecuadorian who just bought his fifth car, this is the best yet. 👌🏼👌🏼
I’ve owned a 2011 Rav 4 since brand new. No issues and I just hit 265,000 miles. Only had to put tires on it.
Wow!! Not even a brake job???
What about struts? You went that far without new struts?
Not even an oil change?😱
My 2010 rav4 base has 221kmiles as of this morning and i have never fixed a single thing... new brake pads and disk before winter last year and other mantianance like transmission flush and oil changes nothing else. Still runs, rides, drives and looks like new !
My '02 Civic had 170,000 miles with no brake jobs or struts.... just oil change, spark plugs & tires. Not knocking Toyotas.... I bought a new Rav4 XSE hybrid 8 months ago & love it. You can't go wrong with a Toyota or Honda but I don't like turbo engines & no spare tires so beware!
I bought a 2003 CRV in January of 2020 with 59 000 miles. I have since put nearly 15 000 miles on it that included a move from southern California to Toronto in January of 2021.
Aside from regular scheduled maintenance it has just needed the control arm bushings replaced (cost me a few hundred dollars) and has had no engine issues. Every mechanic that has looked at it has commented on how it will give me many more years of use as long as I keep taking care of it. I plan on driving it until it's kaput and by the sounds of it that will take a while still!
miss my 08 CR-V. got in a wreck this winter, thing had no issues other than the AC. holds a special place in my heart
Yeah that gen of crvs has issues with the ac
Changed a lot of ac compressors on those
Yea I had to replace an AC compressor on my 2010 CRV EX.
My daughters first car. Ac compressor failed. Needless to say she beat that car and it came back for more.
My 06 Crv has 260k miles I love her
This is the healthiest competition out there. Love the japanese cars because they get better as they compete.
I have the 2021 CVR and I have owned 5 others . They are very dependable , easy on gas , and hold there value . The only complaint is road noise which keeps getting better year after year . My next car will be another CRV , and yes they are very good in snow also .
original owner of 2009 RAV4 limited with V6 + 4wd, incredibly reliable, new water pump at 100k, a few recall notices of no consequence, 171k miles and going strong !
I have same car, tho no 4wd. I too had to replace water pump around 125000 miles. But I love the power and the room in this car. Thinking of buying the hybred and keeping this one too.
Owned a Gen1 crv. Still a daily driver and minimal maintenance. Just one major repair. Have to rebuild my trans dew to worn out clutch packs on my automatic transmission. But still. It is driving down the road after 21 years.
i think 1st gen CRV was the best looking of all CRVs.
i have 2nd gen (05), which has a better engine & trans, & a timing chain (1st gen had timing belt).
but that 1st gen looked the best
@@christophers5510 yes. But pretty much reliable...
1st gen CRV is definitely my favorite looking one. If my ‘97 Accord ever dies out or gets wrecked Im going after one of those with a standard transmission. Early Honda automatics aren’t the most reliable unfortunately
@@slammedcc yes. Standard trans in 1st gen honda is hard to find. But they are pretty much bullet proof.
Being a owner of 2019 rav4 I could say I’m really happy with it and it performs well going on dirt road and fishing and it does fantastic in the snow I would definitely recommend it as crossover sure it doesn’t have to much of power but you will still get thru places as needed and it does keep up with highway speeds
I bought a RAV4 for my wife last year, she loves it. Our son and his wife have a CRV, and they love it. Can’t go wrong either way!
My son has a 2011 RAV 4 he seems to like it. Especially since it’s paid for. I don’t like the spare tire on the tailgate.
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So based on one of your prior recommendations, I assisted my daughter in buying from its first owner a 2016 Honda CRV early last year. She has had zero issues with it and is quite pleased. Thank you for your advice.
I'm on my second CR-V...the first one a 2004 model that I drove until 2018 and had 178K miles on it. Now have a 2018 model and it feels like I am gliding like in The Jetsons. This is my fourth Honda and I still love them. The design details, superior handling and sound dampening qualities of these cars are superior to other cars. Oh and they hold their value longer, as well. Hope this helps someone
Honda 'til I die. In the UK, the love seems to be for Audis, BMW and Mercs......cant see it myself after having too many issues. These people are missing a trick. Toyota sales seem to be really picking up sales, though more recently. I'd love the new Civic, though, looks beautifully built.
I have a 2016 CR-V with 65,000 miles on it...runs great. I bought it almost 3 years ago and in that time I have only done scheduled maintenance. I am very happy so far.
I have a 2015 CRV EX AWD (which I bought new) and it has 135K miles on it and has given me no problems....only have done lube changes, filters, brakes, and tires. Great car. (not fond of the CVT transmission, but it works fine.)
I also bought a 2002 crv new. It included a folding picnic table in the back.
Scotty the Honda CR-V 2001 LX is the best. I bought mine in 2004. I am still driving it in 2022. It has 289,000 miles. I Love It.
I've been working in mechanicing for years and only buy a Honda or Toyota.
Either one is a pain to work on i wouldn't have either and these two that have that cvt transmission what a peice of junk a rubber belt to move your car honda doest put a cvt transmission in the talon,side by side they ues a real automatic transmission in it is that because belts break just ask any side by side owner
Me too. I only want Honda’s. They are reliable and not too expensive to repair if needed
Consider Hyundai
What about Lexus or Acura?
So, get a Honda or Toyota but avoid the CVT?
I bought a 1996 RAV 4 in 2010. I still drive it. Best car I’ve ever had. Strangely, the lot I bought it from had a 2000 Honda CRV they showed me at the same time. It had fewer miles and might have been okay but I paid more for the RAV and have had no reason to doubt my decision. I don’t like the new ones as much and would probably go with another Tacoma if my 25 year old 250,000 mile RAV ever stops running
Planning to buy a new RAV4 and this video was very helpful! My husband’s 2000 4Runner is still very much alive; we just replaced the fuel pump on it in our driveway so Toyotas are reliable long term and super easy to work on, which prompted me to seek a RAV4 for my long term daily driver.😁
I drove both on test drives in 2020 and plumped for the new RAV4 Hybrid. The key selling point was the safety system. I got adaptive cruise control (If you have never experienced it, you shd try it as it is extraordinary), blind spot monitoring, rear collision crossing warning, speed limit monitoring, pedestrian/cyclist collision avoidance etc etc. Of course, these are aids. The driver must still be in control. But...the driving experience particularly with Adaptive Cruise Control is incredible. I think the new RAV4 Hybrid is an exceptional car.
No lie, I was going to gift my mother in law a crv for her birthday and today I saw a rav 4 and decided to get that instead. And now this video made me settle on a rav 4 with confidence. Thank you Scottie
You’re a pretty good son in law
Thank you. Its easy because she is an awesome mother in law
@Juan Dela Cruz ok good. I want her safe and comfortable.
you listened to someone who did not own or drive one? like cult leader to you?
That is one lucky mother in law!!
I bought a 2010 crv brand new and still driving it now. So far so good, only brakes, fluids, wipers and tires. There were flaws from the beginning and was worried they would be problems over time but 137000kms (85000miles) later and still working the same as when I bought it.
This so good to know I’m planning on buying a used one owner 2010 crv at 102k miles
Our 06 CRV served our family well until it hit 250kms and it started needed $1500-$2000 a year to for maintenance. Wasn’t bad at all! We drove the hell out of it! In a19 Rav now! Great video Scotty!
What maintenance did you do ? I have one and wondering why type of routine maintenance is needed for the transmission
Rav4 all the way. Put both my kids into Ravs (2017 & 2021) both when they went to college. Great gas mileage, dependability, and their moving is much easier when you fold down the back seats.
Thank you for the videos, Scotty. I'm a big fan! Keep up the great work!
I love my 2014 Honda CRV-EX
I bought it in 2017 pre owned from Honda. It had only 26000 miles on it. Only thing I had to by was new tires last month. Now it has 69000 miles on it. Still runs so smooth!
Just in time im literally buying a Honda crv in a few days & this helps so much with my huge purchase
You will love it!
Awesome i have a 2005 and it has 266k miles and still runs great
bought 2021, loved it.
My wife and I purchased a 2018 RAV4 when it was new and we love it.
Me too. Any random rust spots on your roof?
@@werkmsa1806 Nothing yet.
These production values of the videos are GREAT. Kind of miss watching Scotty pop out of trunks though...
Remember to hit that bell! 🔔
I love my Honda cr-v 2012, got this one for 3 years and driving every day without issue.
I prefer those older RAV4 with a spare tire in the back and sliding doors. It’s utilitarian and rugged. I buy older cars both because they are simpler, easier to work on, cheaper to buy, (I spend max 5K on a car) and of course, no car payments and cheaper to insure. It’s a win/win for me.
I've notice alot of them still on the road , and they still look good. Especially the paint
I really like them too. I also think it safer to have that spare in case someone rear-ends you. I wonder if i could get one with low mill
You are speaking my language man.
Both Toyota and Honda made very good cars but when I first started working in the late '80's, I needed a reliable and yet easy to maintain so I went with a Toyota Corolla FX16 GTS hatchback. Drove it for 8 years with just regular maintenance but decided to give it to my little brother after buying a Toyota Pickup truck and drove it for 12 years. In the year 2000, I bought a 4Runner SR5 4x4 and still drive it today to tow my fishing boat around. Also bought a 2009 Corolla 4 door sedan and mainly use it for commuting to work. I still could not switch over to a Honda since both of my Toyotas are still running fine.
Can't go wrong with either one!
I just financed my first used car, a 2019 rav4 le and honestly I wasn’t too excited about it in the beginning but now I’m on board. The automatic high beams come in handy and the Apple play makes long car trips more enjoyable. Im in PA and with this years snow it handled like a beast.8/10 tbh would recommend
Shoulda bought a 2018. Even Scotty says he doesn’t trust any above a 2018
I just bought toyota rav 4 2018. Love it!!
@@lisamurray8674 I just traded my 2018 Nissan Pathfinder for a 2018 RAV4. I’m enjoying it
@@lisamurray8674 I just financed a 2018 RAV4, too. This video has given me a confidence boost after knowing nothing about this car.
Our 2007 CRV had a number of problems. air bags, air bag passenger seat sensor, Catalytic converter, AC, door locks, water leaking into the spare tire well, oil screen clogs. But it still ran.
I purchased a 2013 RAV4 back in December, I love it, this car is bullet proof
Nice, I had one 2013 RAV4 before trading it in for a RAV4 2020, I missed my 2013 every day...
Most Toyotas are, I recently sold my Camry that I had been driving for 21 years
I've got a 2010 version but will never get the new version, why?? Automatic doesn't appear to me, too bloody boring and lazyiness, get a manual and you'll know what the feeling of fun is
I bought one yesterday 👍🏻
@@wail3054 why?
I bought my used 2017 Toyota XLE w/ 93k mi for around $15k from a GMC dealer about 5 months ago. It's still working perfectly, and of course, starts right up!
$15k ?!??!? I hope you're living in that damn thing paying that much! 😲
We bought a 2016 CRV new. It is the EX-L model with AWD. We now have about 106k miles. It has NEVER had ANY issues, other than Tires, Front brakes, and normal maintenance. The only gripe is the high noise level in the car, typical with any Honda. We are careful to do the fluids at correct intervals. It uses about a quart during the 5k miles between changes, as it has since it was a year or two old. Great car! Bill & Carol in Renton, Wa.
I'm a CR-V fan. I own a 2013 model and all you need to to do is put in gas and some service. Very reliable. Not a single issue so far.
I recently sat in a 2020 (or 2021, not sure) CR-V and found it surprisingly roomy. At 6' 4" and healthy build, I was able to sit in the driver's seat, and then behind it in the 2nd row without moving the driver's seat. The rear of the cabin also had the raised ceiling which let me sit up straight. Really well thought out cabin design in my opinion.
I'm 6'4" also but find the increased windshield angle and lower door top a pita to get in. Once I'm in there it's great. I'm spoiled by our boxy 2005 Honda Pilot. Sounds like the 2023 will have a more steeply raked windshield.
That’s the main reason I went with the 2020 crv. So far I haven’t experienced an oil dilution problems. I do use 0-16 oil instead of the recommended 0-20. That tip came straight from Scotty.
I bought a ‘15 CR-V that was a former leased car with 7K miles on it in ‘16. It has 92k miles on it now and I haven’t had a problem (knocks on closest piece of wood) except for tires, which the dealership replaced a month after I bought it. Great vehicle.
I have had my 2002 Rav4 for almost 20 years and no major problems with 190K. Funny to see it listed as "unreliable" as it has been perfect!
its listed that in conjuction with the complaints of that year. does NOT mean , every single 2002 sucked. Glad you've had success with yours
I have a 2013 CRV 110,000 miles and aside from recently replacing the rear shocks it runs like a dream. I like it a lot so far.
Is it still running good
@@PreciseVids yes
@@em286 alright cool, im about to get one the same year with 86k miles
@@PreciseVids nice! I wish you the best with it! 😎
i had 2009 Honda CRV and it never had any issues. Most reliable car i have owned, it was even more reliable than my Toyota Landcruiser, but LC was better car overall with superior 4x4. CRV does not have real 4WD, but enough grip for 95% of the people. I got stuck once with my CRV in snow and only two wheels was spinning. Another front wheel and another rear wheel. The wheels which actually had some grip did not spin.. Good option for CRV pricepoint if you want more 4x4 is Suzuki Vitara.
I have a 2009 too, and so I disagree with this youtuber saying they aren't as good.
@@lkv1321 Stupid dude talks nothing else can say about it.
These two are so similiar. Do you ever think that these companies get together and are like, "ok, this year you do this better, next year we'll do this better, then it'll be our turn to make this feature better" just to make it look like there is competition
Exactly why I bought a Frontier 2 years ago!!! Lol! The Taco didn’t impress me, especially the price!
You see this in other trends like the funky looking black plastic mesh grills you see on so many cars by different manufacturers. Or the really low to the ground clearance on the recent camrys and accords. Collusion?
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I got into the Honda CRV ecosystem, and Scotty's comments are spot on... Love my CRV and hold Scotty as an authority!!!
I trust scottie more than Jesus christ
@@bill2548 In this time in America you would be really dumb to trust anyone or anything above Jesus. He is coming soon and your eternal destiny is Heaven/Believe , Trust, and live for Jesus or Hell/just do your own thing. Get a Bible and start reading and asking The Holy Spirit to show you TRUTH, that is if you aren't afraid to have your world rocked when you see the TRUTH of God rather than your own skewed believes. Hope you get Jesus friend!
@@fuzfire Jesus came back last week and got shot in Chicago
@@fuzfire
Toxic
@@bill2548 That's a crying shame!!!
Bought a 2006 Corolla in 2008 with 30k miles. Currently have 230k on it and runs likes a champ! Sticking with Toyotas!
Hey Scotty! Can you please do more of these comparisons? I've been looking at Lexus/Toyota and Acura/Honda per your advice. I haven't made a final decision, but was blown away by this presentation! ❤️
I have a 2002 Rav4 and the vehicle has been still very very reliable today in 2021. Excellent build quality for a 19 year old vehicle. Nice thing about the 2002 Rav4 is that the average weekend mechanic can still do their own DIY work on the car. First and second gen. Rav4 are not overly complex and still very easy to work on and parts are still readily available at the local NAPA and Auto-parts parts dealers....
That's why I'm trying to find a reasonably low mileage older car. I'm nowhere near what anybody would classify as a mechanic, but I can do a lot of easy stuff. Changing out parts isn't the hardest thing in the world and RUclips is a fantastic resource for repairs. The simpler the car the less expensive it will be to operate over the long haul and the more repairs I can do myself.
@@Barneyrubble241 My 2002 Rav4 is pretty easy to work on. The only thing I found difficult was trying to find the location of the timing chain tensioner as there is a very common oil leak at the rubber seal on most Toyota with 4 cylinder engines. other than that everything else is pretty straight forward as long as you have some general knowledge about fixing cars. Not a lot can go wrong. Just do a extra strong 60% antifreeze and 40% water mix and the cooling system will be fine for the next 6 ~ 7 years. Aside from that I only change my oil once a year with conventional Walmart oil and my Rav4 still hasn't had any problems whatsoever. Parts are still easy to get as the Rav4, Camry and Corolla are all based on the same engine and chassis. Only the outer body is different.
The front quarter panel and front door are also ABS plastic so this keeps rust very minimal. If you can't find a second generation Rav4 the next best bet is a Honda Element and the front and rear quarter panels on the Element are also made of ABS plastics and Honda engines are extremely reliable. Some rusting above the windows on the Element but in general very well made and comparable to the second generation Rav4s.
Even if the Rav4 you find has +300,000 km, as long as the Rav4 is in good overall condition the Rav4 should last to at least 500,000 km. Most people here in Canada have Toyota trucks that have well over 450,000 km and they are still going strong mechanically that is. Mind you there is some rusting with cars that old but look at the Dodge Rams and F150s. Most of these trucks start rusting after year 5. My Rav4 has next to zero rust and the Rav4 is 20 years old.
Rav4s also use a timing chain thus one should never need to open the engine for any major repairs whatsoever. Also get yourself a Haynes repair manual for the Rav4 as well
Some people have had problems with the ECM computer but if the Rav4 you plan on buying has over 200,000 km the ECM will be fine. If the ECM hasn't gone by them then it will not (it's a soldering fix that isn't had to do yourself if the transmission starts acting up.
As well, if the engine light is on, don't worry about it too much. My engine light is permanently on and I have had zero problem with the engine whatsoever. Usually it's just a bad O2 sensor and if everything is running fine just ignor the engine light. Everything in the Rav4 is still all mechanical. That's the way they were designed. Simple and very very robust.
Also spend a little more money and try to buy from owners in a richer area as richer people tend to maintain their cars better and have dedicated mechanics and auto repair shops do all of their repair work on their cars.
We traded in the wife’s 2015 Honda Crosstour for a 2021 CR-V Touring. I was skeptical of the engine difference from a V6 to the I4 turbo but was pleasantly surprised at the power the I4 makes. I really liked the Crosstour but Honda discontinued them in 2015 so we could not get a new one. So far she loves her new CR-V and isn’t that what it’s all about? Making the wife happy?
" The Wife" so you want to disassociate yourself from your wife. The usual term is " my wife" not " the husband" does that sound right to you
I had a 2013 Honda Crosstour. I loved that car.
Bought my wife 2021 RAV4 XLE Premium because of Mr Scotty
Um no, if you were making purchases because of Scotty, you’d never buy brand new.🙃
@@siriusbizniss thats why I bought a 2020 last week with 10k miles on it. I really enjoy the XLE Premium.
Kenny...Woo Hoo! New car...how wonderful ❣😁😁😁
@@Tatorvision hey dude, did you get a great deal and save 30%? I love brand new due to I know its mine, (I'm the 1st owner), nobody has put their germs all over it or has spilled anything major in it like pop or food or anything. The only thing I don't like is high car payments and taking that 30% hit of driving it off the car lot.
I hope you saved yourself some serious coin!
How does it drive and feel? Did the tires get changed over to the better ones that ride softer without hard bumps? Thank you for your reply. Take care
The Tale of 2 Sisters:
Thank you for doing this comparison! My sister is a CRV girl and I am a Rav4 girl.
She loves her 2000 CRV, and i adore my 2009 Rav4 (both 4 cyl). Neither of us like the look/style and over teched newer CRVs or Rav4s. That we can agree on. We like the more rugged look of the swing gate and rear mounted spare tire. We both like the fun-factor, and both of them are easy to work on. (Although i really think mine is easier. 😉)
Ps. My mom just got a 2011 Rav4, and loves it. (I win! 😂)
So when are you girls coming to visit New Zealand????
@balddicknosedasscanoe You created an account just to ask me that??? wtf dude
@balddicknosedasscanoe You seem to manage just fine.
...mom will love you all the more.
Guys I work at a Honda dealership. And lemme be honest with you: Avoid the CRV. Especially if you're choosing it over the Rav4. If you can get a good deal on one MAYBE. But if they're almost the same price then don't even think about the crv. The older ones were better made but the 1.5L turbos are not so good. Engine problems, transmission problems, sometimes electrical problems and the built quality of the interior is just not on the same level as the Rav4. They're not absolute garbage but they're a far cry from Toyota's offering. I've spent a lot of time with both (Rav4 being my best friend's car and I deal with probably tens of crvs a day at work).
I bought a 2016 Honda CRV SE 1 year ago based on your suggestions and tbh it's become a member of the family. Love these videos ♥️
Civic VS Corolla next?? Love these vids!
coming up!
My daughter just bought her first new car. Those were the 2 she test drove. Her words, "you could feel every bump in the road in the Civic. She bought the Corolla (2021) yesterday!
@@melissawittman great choice! But the new honda civic could be worth waiting for. Seems like they will emphasis on comfort
@@melissawittman LE or SE?
@@melissawittman i like the way honda's bumpy riding is. My most cars ive ever bought are Honda because of the rough and bumpy riding. It is wild.
Bought a 2012 CR-V new and I have been very happy with it. It had a heater issue early on that was covered by warranty. The driver side seat belt somehow got frayed so that had to be replaced, but otherwise no major issues as it approaches 200K.
1.4 thousand ‘likes’ in an hour since posting this video.
Go Scotty. It’s your birthday. Go Scotty. Love the videos.
World peace
World cheeks!
I currently own a 2003 Rav 4 with a 5 speed standard transmission. Just passed 150,000 miles and still original clutch !
Gonna be getting a 2005 Rav4 next week as my first vehicle. Test drove it yesterday and I'm SO excited for it!!
How'd it go? I am looking on buying a CRV or a Rav4 in the near future as my first car but my uncle says I should buy a smaller car first to learn how to drive it so I wanna know if it suited you well
@@fatsoula6297 I literally never got it cause the axels were screwed up lmao. Ended up getting a 2005 Hyundai Elantra and it works great.
@@corvid_k nice to hear you like it
I recently got into a car accident and my car was totaled. I'm a big suv/compact suv guy. And I always loved toyotas and Hondas engineering and their cars and models. This video was super helpful in choosing my new car!
Which did you chose?
@@purejoy1985 glad to see you found something you like, I also recently picked up a 2017 Crv Lx awd (Canadian built) with the 1.5l turbocharged engine. I love the car but I’ve been really worried I made the wrong decision with that engine.
@@yousefsafvan7444 a 2017 rav4 limited awd
@@purejoy1985 honestly it all comes down to how you treat your car. No car is good if the owner doesn’t do proper maintenance
My wife said she wanted to buy a GM SUV. She is now my ex wife.
She bought it and took off? LOL
No, she’s just a smart gal!
@@frankjankovich3512 You're the one who has to think as to why she left, let go of some of the machismo bro and get her back. :)
lol 😆
did you move in with Scott?
2011 CRV EX here, did have to replace AC compressor at around 90k mile mark but so far I'm at 150k with no other problems, runs like a champ, just replaced the tires and runs even better! I bought this CRV new with 4 miles on it. Has taken my family to Florida from Illinois at least 8 times since new, driven in sand, up steep hills and everything in between. The thing is a BEAST!
Sold my '97 CRV (bought new) for a new '16 CRV. Both have been great. When the time comes, I hope the '35 is as good.
ever change or trans fluid or all original?
Just picked up a 2017 Rav 4 with 49,000 miles last January and we love it. We also have a 2007 Corolla that has been a great vehicle for us for the last 6 years. We have had to do very little maintenance on it and it has never failed us. My truck is a 2008 Tundra which has also been trouble free and dependable. Pretty hard to beat Toyota in my opinion. Keep these great videos coming Scotty. Love the content.
I too have 2017 rav Ive had for 5 .5 years. So far I bought new tires and have done the oil changes.. That it. No problems.
I'm driving a 2007 Honda CR-V with approximately 130k miles on it.
It surprisingly has a ton of features for a 2007 vehicle including a rear cam, heated seats etc.. it rides comfortably. It carries my photo gear. It's pretty good in the snow.. I didn't have a shovel with me and car was snowed in on a NYC street last year the damn CR-V climbed right out easily. I was highly impressed with it.
I drive a 2015 rav 4 LE , love it. Only oil changes and winter tires.
Scotty, next can you make a video about Honda Pilot vs Toyota Highlander?
I’ve had a Honda CR-V 2011 for 10 yrs. it’s been a lot of fun and we have enjoyed many road trips. I am now experiencing issues with the lock systems- $500 for a new fuse box to correct the back hatch which won’t always open and that doesn’t include any labor costs. It’s kinda a rough ride with road noise too and I probably would have kept it except I got a fantastic deal on a new Rav 4 so I’m gonna switch.
Great video. I've owned a 2008 CR-V and a 2016 RAV-4. Minor issues in each but the build quality of the RAV was cheap. I had lots if little rattles in the RAV. I have a 2020 CRV now and I love it. If I get another Honda down the road, it'll be a Pilot.
The pilot is gonna be my next buy. I rent them for years and they are a customer's favourite. You would have to drive one to really know. My best friend love them and I heard him mentioned it and I encourage him to get one. He surprised me and got one about a month now and he is super excited. He chose it over the highlander.
@@SmallAxeMP CD
Is the pilot better than the crv
It's very interesting that you posted this today, Scotty! I spent quite a few hours riding in the passenger seat of a friend's RAV-4 today, going into the mountains and back (to see fireflies at dusk--"yay"). I was quite impressed. The climate vents are adjustable, but still diffused nicely so you don't feel that the AC is blowing on a certain body area. I'm exactly 6 feet tall and I still had a whole hand width above my head. The cargo space was plentiful for the four of us (my friend, his wife, son, and me with my big bag of warm clothes, shoes, OFF!, umbrella and tons of camera equipment). The ugliest crossovers come from Nissan, with KICKS and JUKE.
I bought my kid a 2005 crv and a 2011 crv for me. I love the 2005, I might have to trade out with my college kid. Leg room in both models, but 2005 handles better and just feels good. Minimal repairs, but the 2011 has had that compressor a/c problem twice.
1999 CRV EX and loved all 250k miles with just normal maintenance expenses.
avoid Honda 1.5L Turbo engines. Oil Dilution problems
AND that engine is coupled with the CVT, which I don't have much confidence in.
@@tomfile3131 don’t like them either but if you want to get a Toyota their cvt ‘s are way better
Better yet just avoid turbo engines across the board. Who needs another component that can go bad and cost big money to rectify? I avoided turbo’s in my truck Ford F-150 and went with the reliable 5.0 Coyote. The eco boosts might be nice for gas mileage and power but how often will you have issues with the turbo?
Scotty, you told us the JD Power ratings don't mean a thing, but you use them as a comparison in this article. Competition between these two auto makers results in better and better autos, which is how competition serves us all. My '94 Camry finally died @305,000 miles - best car I've ever owned. I have two newer Toyota products now.
We have 1 of each……we can’t lose!….our 2017 CR-V in my opinion is nicer than our 2018 RAV-4…….but we love them both.
Smart move. We have his and hers Elements lol
I just bought a 2021 Rav4 XLE gas model and love if! Exactly what we wanted! They’re both excellent vehicles!
Why not the hybrid model?
Hybrid longevity isn’t as good & repair costs are considerably higher
@@samanthajames9773 repair costs are high
The only thing great about that one are the loan payments.
My big concern about the new CR-V is your opinion about the 1.5 L Turbo GDI engine. I like the looks and features of the CR-V better than the RAV4, but if the engine is going to blow up prematurely and have oil dilution problems then it seems the RAV4 is the sensible way to go. Has your evaluation of the Honda 1.5 L changed in recent months?
I m same like you new design body is beatiful but you a right the new turbo engine ic lots problem and completely garbage
2009 CRV, 87k loving it so far! Highly reccomend!
Me who just bought a used 2011 CRV... 😪 but tbh its in really good condition and ive been enjoying it a lot. I think it will last
Future video: Honda Odyssey vs Toyota Sienna
coming up!
Sienna all the way. Honda has transmission problems
@@scottykilmer yay
Not the Odyssey! My 2003's transmission went kaput at 95K. 😡
I vote Honda
I have 2018 rav4 and it’s treated me so good so far. Used it long drives, country roads, winter roads and yeah it’s been great
Did u do under rust proofing???!! If so how much was it and how long does it last???
Nicely produced Scotty, editing and graphics are first rate. Very sophisticated look and your voiceover was excellent.
Litteraly bought a 2013 rav4 yesterday and picking it up today.
That means you're going to get it today. That means you're in a "new" ride. Congrats.
It’s been a week now!! How’s the ride? Definitely thinking of purchasing one.
Had both these cars back in the day, good times, I slightly preferred the RAV4
I should have never sold the '08 CRV to my buddy for 1/2 price. It was my second car and he needed a car about a year and a half ago.
We still have our 2009, with almost 180,000 miles. Most reliable car we have ever owned with the exception of the air conditioner
It'll still be around in 2028 😝
i still got mines beautiful car
@Dale Macarena Yes. I sold it just over a year and a half ago with with 48,000 miles on the odometer. It will outlive my friend.
So nice of you❣😊 Lucky guy for sure🙂
Love this rivalry. Make them both better, drivers will be the winners!
We have the 2018 Toyota RAV4 le and it has so much room in it, perfect for when we go on vacation. It has plenty of power and the handling is absolutely smooth. It cuts corners and curves like it's on rails. Great gas mileage. Also it just feels sturdy and safe while driving. We love it our kids love it and our friends and family love it