Respect to you guys for letting Honda have it on the high price and the lack of features vs. competitors. I value reviewers that call it how they see it and don't wax poetic about sub-par product just so they will be invited to the next press junket. Subscribed.

@andreaspencer9813

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the sub, welcome!

@alvinsimba734

Жыл бұрын

@@andreaspencer9813 this is why I got a 2020 corolla LE back in 2020 instead of 2020 civic LX because of pricing. Honda dealership wanted $33k Canadian after all calculations calculated for a 5 year term financing back then with almost 2 percent interest then. At toyota I got it for $22.7k for same time frame at 1.09% interest. Trim by trim I got more value from toyota.

@got_to_roll

Жыл бұрын

Very well said! Consistently great and honest reviews with a succinct summary of data. AND they're both very likeable!

@MZ-bv8rb

Жыл бұрын

I would rather get a Toyota RAV4 instead of a stupid 2023 honda crv

@saurabhbhalla90

Жыл бұрын

@@MZ-bv8rb the wind noise though 😢

Andrea and Jack, this was so good that after watching, I feel satisfied, entertained, and educated, about the CRV Touring. My head is clear, with no doubts about where I stand in buying this trim. Your explanation of the difference between Honda and Toyota hybrid systems was easily understood. A hybrid is definitely in my near future. Thank you so much.

Wow I really liked how well this video was put together.. Between comparing other makes & the pros and cons you both are awesome and thank you ! 🎉

I have to say you guys are doing such high quality and of course informative videos. I find myself watching reviews because I’m a car guy but your presentations are fantastic.

@Motormouth...

Жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks for the kind words

Excellent video! All the points I would want brought up were. Really respect how honest you are. Excellent comparison to other options too

Thanks merci, great vidéo again and your dynamic together is very amazing.

I was not expecting to find a review that answered all my questions, even the ones I didn't know I had (comparing with Toyota system). Subscribed. Now onto catching up on all your other hybrid reviews!

Professional and consistent, I have been listen to your channel about Honda for 8 years

Your timing on this video is impeccable, thank you! My parents just recently bought a CR-V Touring Hybrid. I've yet to try it out but I wanted to find out more about it. I have a 2022 Maverick XL Hybrid (~$28,000 CAN) and I'm getting fuel economy numbers similar to the Ford Escape Hybrid ones that you noted in the video; 5.5 L/100 km in Summer with stock tires/wheels, about 6 to 6.5 L/100 km now that I have Winter tires and temperatures are just below 0 C. The Maverick shares most of its guts with the Escape. Yes, I understand these are two different buyers we're talking about between the Maverick XL and the CR-V Touring, but those are some stellar fuel economy numbers coming from Ford. I'm just hoping that my Ford offers me the longevity that Toyota and Honda have been well known for.

I left Honda as a consumer in the past as I felt they got over complacent and might I say arrogant on their brand. Often dealers would say “well it’s a Honda” Then there was a correction from them to catch up but now their back to the bad pricing vs features. Also I don’t feel reliability is as good a it used to be, my 1991 civic ran forever! Great Video guys I appreciate your honest non-biased reviews

@kennordsfan1494

Жыл бұрын

You are so correct Honda has gotten arrogant with both their product and pricing. I have had Civics for 15 years and you are right. The newer one Ike my 2020 Touring isnt as good as my 2016. Bigger i guess but 1.5 turbo ok but this will be my last as the price of new Hondas isnt competitive anymore with other brands and the dealers with their fees and mark ups have turned me off Honda

We bought the 2022 CR-V Hybrid eight months ago and just hit 10,000 miles on the odometer. The car consistently gets 43mpg with a mix of city and highway driving. We helped a couple people move this year and the usable space inside this car is what sold us. I looked at the Lexus NX Hybrid but it’s very small inside and feels cramped.

@janoycresnova9156

Жыл бұрын

How was the wait time compared to other hybrids?

@johng753

Жыл бұрын

@@janoycresnova9156 I took over the contract from another customer that had just cancelled their purchase and I was not allowed to make any changes to the vehicle configuration. I only had to wait 60 days for delivery because of the situation.

@gilboman

Жыл бұрын

you could've gotten a highlander hybrid for cheaper and bigger than the CRV by far

@richardtausch2

Жыл бұрын

@@gilboman That's not correct at least as far as Northern California based on the base hybrid AWD models of both. I was looking at the base highlander and the base CRV hybrid (sport) with AWD and the Highlander was a few thousand dollars more. I needed the CRV for a few reasons like less noise in the cabin, easier driving experience, close to same ground clearance, just big enough to hold my stuff on trips. But the Highlander is a great SUV, thats why I narrowed my choice down to those two fine choices.

@jamesfan1207

9 ай бұрын

Rav4 is even much higher than CR-V in my area. Honda dealers usually give discount off MSRP before May 2021 and they don't charge markup after that compared to Toyota.@@gilboman

Great review Zack and Andrea! Love your channel. I agree, this is way too expensive. Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁 🎉

@andreaspencer9813

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the kind words! Merry Christmas, wishing you a wonderful holiday season.

Got my CR V Hybrid Blue. It’s been couple of weeks. Loving it. Got the blue one, it’s so stylish

Got mine 3 weeks ago and I was in for a huge surprise...the MPG!!! I was thinking like 40 - 41 MPG..and I would have been happy but i get in Tucson AZ (very little freeway driving in the city, average speed is probably lower than in most cities this size as 95% surface roads....i get 48 - 52 MPG. wow. and that is with a heavy foot. - happy and surprised.

Nice work as usual, hopefully Honda listens to your excellent recommendations, some companies pay consultants for info not as good as yours!

First! And awesome video Andrea and Zack! Happy holidays!

@andreaspencer9813

Жыл бұрын

You got it!! Happy Holidays, wishing you all the best 🥂

$50k is going to be a tough sell. My Venza Limited was $48k and is fully loaded. Bulletproof hybrid system, incredible fuel economy with a Lexus-lite experience. If you need to save some money, the RAV-4 Hybrids are available from about $35k to $44k and are still great choices. Or, as you mentioned, a small step up gets you into the Lexus NX hybrid trims.

@jessethompson9087

Жыл бұрын

The problem with the Venza and RAV4 hybrid is that they’re too small. I’m 6’5 and couldn’t fit in the RAV4 hybrid. I fit perfectly in the 2023 CRV Hybrid. I would rather spend a little more money and be comfortable.

@preoksaha4504

Жыл бұрын

The venza limited here in Canada is $67k, the crv hybrid is going for $55k lol they’re both over priced

@pcrusier3715

Жыл бұрын

@@preoksaha4504 $67K ummm that’s way more than I paid for mine in ON ???

@janoycresnova9156

Жыл бұрын

Sad thing is people will still buy these overpriced CRVs. They'll probably be all sold out.

@arhamkhakwani5851

Жыл бұрын

@@preoksaha4504 Thats likely a markup.

I love this channel, you guys are voice of the consumers.

Thank you zac for pointing out the high price. I was ready to buy until the price was revealed. The touring jumped 8k in price from las generation

Have to say, Canada pumps out fantastic reviewers. Now I know a little of the “motormouth”history as I used to listen to him on the radio, this was a smart platform to move to for sure. Your depth of knowledge is pretty wild from your radio days, man you never met a question you didn’t have an answer to re the auto industry. Thanks for the review. Glad to see such a great team kicking ass.

@Motormouth...

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mr Lumber or Mr Jack? Very kind words!

@TheLumberJacked

Жыл бұрын

@@Motormouth... As if proving my statement of your said “ass-kicking”, you go and back me up by taking the time to reply to me. My humble thanks. All the best on your journey now and long into the future. Cheers.

i rarely say this on reviews, but this is a great discussion/review, well done, i am considering changing my current Accord to SUV andd i also think the CRV is quite expensive, am considering a NX rather, great review again ! thank you !

7.6 litres per 100 km is pretty disappointing considering the price of the vehicle. Looks great but they really should offer lower trims for the hybrid, seems like a big miss to me . The regular CRV is a much better value!

@gs98999

Жыл бұрын

That’s not what the rating is. It’s rated basically the same in the city as the rav4 hybrid around 6L/100kms

@timbrown8686

Жыл бұрын

@@gs98999 Did you watch the video? They said the real world experience and rating are not even close.

@gs98999

Жыл бұрын

@@timbrown8686 real world experience is largely meaningless for fuel consumption. That’s why EPA ratings are all done the same way and it’s the only way to compare between cars. (Hybrid vs gas) You can’t say this gets worse econ than ratings and then say something else hits the ratings is all I’m trying to say.

@davidp.4727

Жыл бұрын

@@gs98999 I agree, but that’s not the real world observed average

@IvanRossS

Жыл бұрын

Move to US

... 5.4l/100km for the Escape is incredible! WOW!!! ..motorcycles get those numbers. Great review guys!

Love the commentary and reviews. Was curious to know what your personal vehicles are ?

I just got my Tucson PHEV after 1.5 years and I just love it. I drove Rav 4 and Outlander as well, I would rank Tucson first, Outlander second and Rav4 third. Tucson drives so good and silent and you feel like a luxury car.

There are waiting lists here in some dealers the US. We just got ours for MSRP +1k. Its a great drive, but I would have waited 2 more years (wife really wanted it) to upgrade from our 2001 Accord if I could.

We’re a CR-V family with a 2010 and 2015 on our driveway and formerly owned a 1st gen 1999. Our next car will be a hybrid but the competition is stiff in this class. We will definitely be shopping other brands this go-around.

Nice honest review !

@andreaspencer9813

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it

No spare tire is a double thumbs down! If you've ever had a non repairable flat, you will understand that the tire repair kit is no help. This is where the Toyota RAV4 is a winner...it has a spare! Guys, thanks for the great reviews!

I'm in Texas, DFW area, and the top Sport Touring Hybrid here is $39K. Price varies so much per region. We test drove several hybrids and picked the CRV because of the space for driver and passengers. That's a big deal for us. Oddly, the RAV 4 top trim that we drove was $41K, and was quite a bit smaller on space for people.

@Technewlogy

Жыл бұрын

They dont have rav 4 hybrids available though in the dfw area. I tried searching but nobody has it in stock.

@rabd3721

Жыл бұрын

@@Technewlogy Pat Lobb of McKinney has some.

Great review. I will wait for my Hyundai Tucson Ultimate Hybrid. Merry Christmas to you both,

@MaGiKRat420

Жыл бұрын

Good on you. We're picking up my father's Tucson Limited Hybrid on the 23rd. It's sort of a Christmas gift to himself after driving a base Forester for the last six years. I think you'll enjoy it. I love my Santa Fe Phev!

@andreaspencer9813

Жыл бұрын

My Mom is loving her Tucson PHEV, it's almost been a year since she bought it. Merry Christmas to you as well!

Thanks for all the great reviews like this one! When I checked into the Federal and Provincial incentive programs, they all seemed to be only for plug in hybrids. Am I reading that correctly?

I love my 2022 Toyota RAV4 XSE hybrid. Many features, like Birds Eye cam and panoramic roof. 7” screen is fine for me. I feel safe in Toyota

Thanks to you both once again for thoroughly informing and entertaining us. Yes as loyal as I feel toward Honda, my first hybrid vehicle will not be this one given the more competitive pricing on other makes in the Cdn market. Gomenasai Honda. Well....not really.

SOLD ! Just ordered one ! Thankfully, I am in the USA so I didn't pay insane Canadian prices.. :)

Lol the ending. Honda’s current pricing model is way too close to their Acura brand.

What a great video !!! Thanks to both of you !!! In Quebec they have a 7,000$ rebate on EV over the 5,000$ federal rebate. So if your not in a hurry you can get an EV at a cheaper price than a CRV Hybrid.

@andreaspencer9813

Жыл бұрын

Wow that's a great rebate!

@sylvainlaurin1012

Жыл бұрын

@@andreaspencer9813 since juin 30th the rebate has been decreased from 8,000$ to 7,000$.

Seems to me that Honda has caught onto what is happening at the dealerships with "market adjustments" to MSRP, especially on hybrids, and decided they want a piece of this. Unfortunately, they may have timed thier price increase very poorly as interest rates rise and people have plenty of options when it comes to more affordable electrified options. Banking on brand loyalty is an interesting strategy.

I wish we could see a review of both the Regular Gas CRV and the Hybrid CRV on a driving road test together and compare the actual MPG together. I drive my 2021 gas CRV everyday on a 30 mile round trip and on average I get about 35-38MPG depending on climate. It would be nice to get a idea of the true difference to see if money wise is it really worth going for Hybrid model. Great review, I learn a little bit more on the tech with your review. Thank you, MikeS

@gs98999

Жыл бұрын

That’s what the fuel ratings are for. Same test across the board, Any other comparison doesn’t get any valuable info unless they literally drive them side by side one day, which is rare.

@ghenry85

Жыл бұрын

Alex on Autos does a more in depth analysis of the hybrid system and draws comparisons to the gas CRV and other hybrid suvs. Just note: the hybrid CRV also has more stuff than the top non hybrid(in Canada). So a true value comparison gets murky simce you can't compare costs of two otherwise identical vehicles. My take: if you can swing it, take the hybrid. I think Toyota and Hyundai/Kia have better value and a better hybrid. But even the Honda hybrid system saves gas.

@keyesnm

Жыл бұрын

My 3 week old 2023 CRV Hybrid gets an average of 48 to 52 MPG. - so yes worth it

@sharkhark

Жыл бұрын

​@@gs98999wrong those are fake numbers in ideal conditions on a track. Real life matters. Motormouth says they did not get anything close to the mpg claimed in those tests. Much much worse and I've watched tons of reviews with almost all mentioning a huge discrepancy in the claimed vs real life numbers for CRV. Yet I often read about RAV4 hybrid getting better than claimed mileage. Which is better. Toyota getting above the already great mileage or Honda getting lower than their already lower claims.

@gs98999

Жыл бұрын

@@sharkhark EPA tests aren’t done on a track... Car and driver is one of the most consistent testers and this is what they got. Rav4 hybrid 32mpg observed (40mpg epa combined rating) Crv hybrid 30mpg observed (37mg epa combined) Seems like these two EPA ratings are right where they should be relative to one another which is the point of them. Anyone can get any fuel econ to make a car look good or bad.

what’s missing from the reviews, yours along with most, is the reliability of the models.

Venza limited is 49,750 and CRV touring is 48,800 in Ontario. Between both I would choose CRV due to more space and comfort. Venza is good but looks small from inside.

It’s the same hybrid system as the accord hybrid. The motor turns on and off all the time depending on charge and load. The gas engine will direct clutch it’s single gear ratio somewhere in the 74kph range all the way through highway speed and then cycle on and off as it charges and discharges the battery. In town the engine will run as a generator when it’s needed cycling on and off. Worked great in the accord we had.

I would like to see you guys do a projected 5 year resale value. I think that might help people make a better informed decision.

I hope the storm doesn’t affect your Christmas much. Vancouver just announced that all flights are canceled for next 12 hours (my cousin is flying out from there). My Wife and kids are off to Panama for the next week and a half… tomorrow. And the storm will hit them in Montréal … tomorrow. Best of luck to you guys (and them). Cheers.

@andreaspencer9813

Жыл бұрын

It's been an absolute mess here, more snow is on the way tomorrow night but then it gets warmer and we are into lots of rain.

@kellingtonlink956

Жыл бұрын

I feel for you guys. Hopefully this doesn’t affect too many people’s Christmas celebrations and gatherings.

Thanks for the review. After watching several of these, I've come to conclusion that no one vehicle does it all or checks all the boxes. 1. The 2023 Honda CR-V Sport Touring does NOT have ventilated (Cooled Seats) or fog lights. 2. The 2023 Mazda CX-50 has Wireless Apple Carplay/Android Auto, but does NOT have hands-free lift gate or fog lights 3. The 2023 Mazda CX-5 does NOT have Wireless Apple Carplay/Android Auto, remote start, hands-free lift gate or fog lights. 4. Not all trim levels of the Toyota RAV-4 have a hands-free lift gate or remote start. Only certain Trims have ventilated/cooled seats and as recent as 2020, supported ONLY Apple Carplay but NOT Android Auto. It's now 2023 & only a few upper level trims like the Premium XLE or Hybrid XSE have these features, but I'm not clear on whether one trim level has ALL the bells & whistles. Is there a mid-size SUV Goldilocks/Unicorn vehicle that has all of the following; 1. Ventilated seats. 2. WIRELESS Apple Carplay/Android Auto with a WIRELESS charger. 3. Remote start (without an app or a paid subscription). 4. Hands-free lift gate. 5. Fog lights.

As always nice review yes this getting too expensive yet now maybe this is just me but these are looking like the same SUV with other models. Merry Christmas to you both.

@andreaspencer9813

Жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas, hope you have a wonderful holiday season.

@michaelsylvester7272

Жыл бұрын

@@andreaspencer9813 Thank you, Andrea🎄🌟

Nice, and just wondering with new 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid ... is adapt to timing belt or timing chain ?

These hybrids (especially right now) cost so much that you're actually not saving any money on using less gas. Even Hyundai have raised the priced of the Tucon Hybrid to well over $50k - it's nuts

@richardtausch2

Жыл бұрын

That all depends on how much driving a person does. If someone has a long commute or does long trips now and then, the money difference can be recouped easily in 1-2 years, since the difference in price is only about $1,300 not to mention saving even more money longer than that, many can save $100 a month and then their second year, they are saving completely on the cost of the hybrid. For me, it was that and the much quieter ride around town and the less trips to the gas station, especially on trips out of town.

@martinr8278

Жыл бұрын

It’s getting out of hand, regardless of what is said, it takes a long time to get your money back on that sometimes you do have to balance….is it truly worth the amount of money investing, especially if you start to meet a lot of vehicle problems that Hondas run into

It is sold in Canada but does it have a ridiculous wait time. I will wait for the Mazda CX 70 and compare them . I am pretty sure it will be better value.

Yes.. As for the Lexus NX 350... I would get something else than the NX 350, because there is so little room.. Even the new RX 350 is pretty uncomfortable due to less interior space and a lower roof. Unfortunately, Lexus and Toyota and even Mazda seem to be giving us less room and lower rooflines (and poor outward visibility) with every new model.

Love the look of this refresh, but the lack of features being offered by the competition is too hard to overlook.

@ghenry85

Жыл бұрын

Lack of features for the price for sure! I also believe there should be lower trim options too.

Was considering looking into a pilot in a year or two but at the price of this I can tell it’ll be hybrid robbery lol. I’ll stick with my 2022 outlander and our trade in for now. This just shifted me to pathfinder or Highlander

Beautiful 👌

Happy Holidays/Merry Christmas Zack and Andrea! $37,000 for CRV hybrid is high.

@andreaspencer9813

Жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas, wishing you a wonderful holiday season.

I just ordered the CRV Sports for $37,800 out the door here in Chicago! Thanks for sharing!

I love Honda but wish they would add more options like ventilated seats, 360 camera the pano sunroof, fog lights and even heads up display. They need to keep up with the competitors.

@adede233

10 ай бұрын

Ventilated seats, panoramic sunroof and 360 camera is available on the UK model and maybe some others. It differs by country.

@Motormouth would you recommend the middle time, Sport-L now or would you still recommend going with the Sport trim?

I dont know how they are getting soo low fuel economy figures but here in dallas i am getting around 40mpg average. Plus there are a few mistakes made here. The new honda ecvt and rav4 ecvt are very similar. The rav 4 is slightly different but overall its a very similar suatem. And the engine on the honda does not run all the time. For slow speeds it will drive on the electric motor and then switch to engine and even on fast speeds if you release the acclerator the engine turns off. Its an overall great system and so far i like it

I picked the CRV Sport Hybrid for $35k here in Tampa, it was a steal. Love it so far. Getting 36 mpg (still under 1000 total miles) driving in sport mode all the time. Drove the Accord Sport Hybrid with the same engine and it felt super cheap inside.

@Technewlogy

Жыл бұрын

How much did u pay otd? After taxes

@amna6024

11 ай бұрын

I also went from a 16 accord sport to a 23 crv hybrid sport! also scored it exactly at msrp. I love it way more than the accord, it's such a smoother ride and way easier to drive and the inside feels super modern.

@CeciShaw

11 ай бұрын

@@amna6024 1400 in the ODO and getting 39 mpg. Really love how it drives, we also have a 22 Passport and it feels like a lumbering beast compared to the CRV. The passport just has terrible handling and loose steering. We are going to trade the passport for something else.

Awesome review!! Covered all the points I was thinking of including passenger seat missing the extra adjustment. I have a 2019 crv touring- the hybrid is NOT worth any price justification here in Canada Ontario (at this time). --For that price plus full pop financing…….pfffffff

@andreaspencer9813

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

Great review and very fair. Too expensive let's hope they come out with a cheaper version. Maybe the Hrv will come out with something . Its a very good looking Suv. . The Crv might even be too big. Give the Hrv a little more power and add more features and it might be the better value. Time will tell with Honda Canada 🇨🇦

This iteration of the Honda CR-V looks a lot more classic and gives the vibe of strong long-term resale value... though, I do not like the black wheels and that is all that is offered in the hybrid version... what's with that Honda?... at least offer chrome or polished silver wheels.

I just bought a 2023 Tucson Hybrid SEL w/convenience package for about 35K US. A great Hybrid SUV with tons of features packed in (including a panoramic sunroof), and I absolutely love the engine and drive-train. Interesting to see what Honda came out with, but they are charging too much for what you get. Mind you, I didn't just stroll into my dealership and pick my Hybrid SUV off the lot... I had to order it back in July and I finally got it 5 months later in December... but at least I got exactly everything I wanted (Phantom Black with black [H-Tex] leather interior).

@ghenry85

Жыл бұрын

Wish they offer Hybrids in the more basic trims, but they do offer value for money and real gas savings.

@tails300

Жыл бұрын

My condolences 🙏🏽.

@wolfshanze5980

Жыл бұрын

@@ghenry85 Well I dunno about every other Hybrid out there, but Hyundai in the US offers three different trims of the Tucson Hybrid... my "SEL w/convenience" is the MEDIUM trim of the Tucson Hybrid. The three trims are the: Tucson Hybrid Blue starting at 31K Tucson Hybrid SEL starting at 34K Tucson Hybrid Limited starting at 39K So you can get a Hybrid SUV for about 31K and for the engine upgrade alone (in HP and gas savings) it's a small premium over the gas Tucson counterparts. For me personally, I think the SEL mid-trim is really the one to go with, it offers a lot more than what the Blue offers, and most of what the Limited offers for far-less than the Limited. Of course opinions are personal, and if you are really trying to save money, there's nothing wrong the Blue trim on the Hybrid Tucson.

@wolfshanze5980

Жыл бұрын

@@tails300 I always feel sorry for the people who have no clue what they're talking about. Stuck painting everything with a wide brush and not able to tell the difference between things that matter and things completely unrelated... my condolences to your lack of ability to apply simple logic. 🙏

@ghenry85

Жыл бұрын

@@wolfshanze5980 In Canada we get the Tuscan hybrid in two trims. Both are very premium and I think start at like 37k cad(which is a good deal for the packages). We jusy need a non premium trim hybrid Tuscan up here in Canada(like the Blue). Plus I think the hybrid drivetrain is the better option period in the Tuscan).

I hate the Ford Escape, needs a total redesign. It’s like they went backwards with that 😂 love your reviews!

Forget "features" and think comfort, handling, performance - you know, what a vehicle does dynamically...Drove the 2023 CRV Hybrid sport and immediately ordered one...AWD in Urban Grey Pearl...MSRP with delivery 35.5K...Expensive??? For a 6'1'' driver, the CRV Hybrid lows away the Mazda CX-50 and CX-5 and all other competitors in driving position, seat comfort visibility and ride...Very quick off the line...Hate CVTs but the Honda's is like a standard transmission in that it is NOT "rubber bandy". The less expensive Sport Trim exterior looks better than the Touring and the interior cloth is really, really nice...2023 Honda Crv Hybrid is Kirk K's favorite driving hybrid, including Toyota and Lexus (he owns a 2022 Rav4 prime) so that's saying something.

@Starfish2145

Жыл бұрын

How did you get one for 35K if they are 50 K?

you are absolutely right, its way expensive here in US with market adjustments anywhere between 4-7k and a mandatory protection package costing 2k atleast and for an MSRP around 45-47k you dont get pano-roof, 360 camera , no heated rear seats and a questionable fuel efficiency which is around 32-36 MPG

Not sure about Honda, but add 18% to those KIA & Hyundai prices, cuz that's what their dealers on average are asking over top of MSRP for the Sportage and Tucson hybrids

Totally agree with you guys on price and trim on CRV hybrid ! Are Honda Marketing people living other dimension ?🤭

all the toyota dealers are adding huge markups on the rav4s, it's ridiculous. When I was looking for a car a few weeks ago I was already leaning towards a Honda having an accord already but still did research on other cars. I decided against a rav4 for the ridic markups. It also honestly just doesnt feel as modern on the inside as the new crv despite it having better tech. I upgraded my accord to a base crv hybrid right at msrp and loving it!

I hate sunroofs. They always end up leaking. They take away head room. They don't really give you a feeling of spaciousness. Also - they rarely get used.

@dankdc5_

Жыл бұрын

I've had 10+cars all with sun/moonroofs and never had a leak wtf type of trash u be buying

@joe2479

Жыл бұрын

@@dankdc5_ trash type 2 Honda and Toyota. Three cars with leaks. If you don't use a garage the drains get clogged from leaves and road debris. Very common problem even if you don't use the roof. Just ask any dealer.

@richardtausch2

Жыл бұрын

Actually, they do not take any headroom away in my 2023 CRV. They add a little room. I'm 6'4 and the area where the sunroof is, I have more room. And my wife has a 2014 CRV and no leaks from her sunroof.

hahahaaha ending was soo good guys 😆

You also need to consider retained value/resale/trade in and also reliability over 10 years. Not VW, not Ford, and probably not Kia/Hyundai are going to compare to Honda or Toyota.

So, is this new CR-V Hybrid's system different in operation to that of the 2014 Accord Hybrid's system? I owned the Accord Hybrid and the engine did drive the wheels directly (through an electric clutch) above ~45mph, depending on demand. From your description it sounds like it's now only a serial hybrid system in operation at all times. With my '14 Accord Hybrid the engine would come on for a bit, then shut off, then start up again when needed. Was pretty easy to see >50mpg when taking it easy with that system.

I think the Ford Escape PHEV is very overlooked good deal then you include the USA discounts in NY state. Trying to convince the wife to consider it for the next vehicle.

Way overpriced while missing features that others provide. Props for calling them out. Also, Honda dealers are price gouging here in CA

We’re in the US and bought the 2023 Hybrid Sport in Urban Gray Pearl 5 weeks ago. We love the new exterior design and the comfort and spaciousness of the interior. It’s a quiet and super smooth ride. And we’ve gotten an average of 40 mpg for both city and highway driving. I mostly drive in Econ mode and only use Sport mode to accelerate onto the highway. I think gas mileage is dependent on driving habits. Super happy with our new ride!

@billwang4181

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Agree. We have gotten 36.2 mpg and 37.7 mpg on first two tanks of our 2034 Hybrid Sport. Both were a combination of city and highway driving. Now we are driving conservatively--avoiding hard acceleration and we do drive the speed limit generally. Our town is generally flat so we're not climbing hills. I am surprised at only 31 mpg by the presenters.

@dougmanck4149

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That's good news of the 40mpg. May I ask what part of the country you live and how many miles you have driven? Several reviewers have reported poor mpg compared to the Rav 4.

@billwang4181

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@@dougmanck4149 I realize that you were replying to La Sarmiento, but I live in the southeast gulf region. The terrain is flat, and there is little need to run the AC--yet! I have about 1200 miles. As an update my last tank was 39.2 mpg. Again, it was split about evenly between highway and city. Another thing about the review that I think is wrong is that the engine runs all the time. It is generally not running at stops or in stop-and-go traffic like a drive-through restaurant. It also will shut off at times when driving a steady speed below about 30 mph--like residential streets. I do not know about the RAV 4.

@Technewlogy

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We are getting about 40mpg too combined and i am in dallas region

It's still all about fuel economy moving forward with a mix of efficient hybrid engines do you think Andrea? It's great if an affordable EV is within grasp with all the advantages that unlocks.

Any idea on lead time for the CRV? RAV4 hybrid is currently around 12-13 months turnaround. For someone desperate for a car now, maybe then the CRV?

I have the 2021 honda Insight touring. And im getting very good efficiency. 4.9L/100kms . I believe they will be using the same hybrid engine for the upcoming honda civic hybrid.

Hinda needs to offer a digital rear view mirror too!

Honda has so many fan boys they don't really need to try.

The Nissan Rogue in Canada does not offer a hybrid yet ? It's coming since the Nissan X-Trail here in Asia Pacific comes with an e-power.

Good review, the escape titanium is similar price as the touring. Also availability should play a role. Something like the rav 4 hybrid which has a 2 year waitlist doesn't really matter if it is cheaper if you can't get one.

My 10 year old cx5 has 7.2 l per 100km mixed. No bells and whistles, but try to convince me to sell it 😎

I like newest front exhaust 😎👌

Off topic. If you have 40-70K (Canadian) what AWD sedan you recommend to drive in Canada? I need to buy one.

this car shortage is just mesmerizing I want to buy but I am not going to

In my area Toyota dealers were charging about $2-$4k in markups (yes, still) plus $3-4k in B.S. add-ons. Meanwhile Honda sold me a 2023 hybrid accord for $1k under MSRP.

I test drove the sport touring (USA), have one on order. Love the car.

@andreaspencer9813

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Honda did a great job with the redesign, smooth, quiet and just a great handling vehicle.

@benh5774

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We just got it. Drives like a dream

@andreaspencer9813

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@@benh5774 Congratulations!

@richardtausch2

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@@benh5774 I just got my 2023 CRV Sport Hybrid 4 days ago and it is beautiful (red) quiet, peppy, smooth, comfortable, it is a fantastic car and I still cannot believe I can pack 6 suitcases in the back with the back seat up! That was a shocker to me.

Please do a review on ford escape hybrid 2023.

Just purchased the Sport Touring Hybrid and it's making a horrible humming sound when parked and then placing it into drive and worse in reverse. Heard of this issue? Thanks.

I think this model looks so much better than the last… high price for sure. They are available however so depends if you want a Korean car or are willing to pay the reliability premium for Toyota or Honda whilst waiting for Toyota for 1 year to save around 5-8%

I absolutely hate it how we didn’t even get a hybrid in Canada for the longest time and now when we finally get one, it’s the top trim so not everyone can afford it because it’s ridiculously expensive. I always preferred Honda over Toyota but I have praise Toyota for making hybrid affordable to everyone not just our neighbouring country gets it but we don’t.

I love Honda. But when it comes to hybrid, nothing beaten the technology, engineering, reliability and resale value of Toyota hybrid synergy drive products. Even if CR-V has interior that feels 10 times better than RAV4, while Tucson's touchscreen interface isn't exactly my cup of tea. Sportage's dealer network is iffy in Metro Vancouver area. I would paid a bit more for Venza, which is a class higher than CR-V. Or wait for the next RAV4, which supposedly getting a much needed interior quality, that it has always been needed.

I saw this hybrid touring model at my local dealer with the asking price of $50K USD too even though MSRP is 40K USD. The price is a bit steep for CRV.

In the US the price is same as a RAV4 limited an the KIA has a major market adjustment. I think the prices are comparable.

These vehicles are so over priced! I make over 100k a year still find these prices crazy! I'll roll in my 03 corolla and save my money! Id rather go on vacay with the fam and rent a car if need one!

Damn, Zack called it. Not sure why Honda waited to introduce the EX-L hybrid in Canada. Honda Canada's hybrid model strategy has been puzzling to say the least.

Great review guys…to the pano roof…yeah…WTH…and to make it worse, the standard sunroof is terrible…so small. Deal breaker for me…I’ll be looking at the Lexus…I had the Pano on my RAV4 Prime…Also not a fan of black wheels only. Fine if you want to make a blackout package, but not as the standard wheel…Think the RAV4 Prime is much better…

great review, but 31 mpg? I get that with my non-hybrid Subaru!