Honda CR-V (2007 - 2012) 2.0 i-VTEC EX 5d Auto (ACC/CMBS/HID/AFS) (2007/07) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Practical and sensible.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Nice car, practical in our winter weather of late. Easier for my wife to get into and out of than a slaoon.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Probably a diesel (from 2010) if I can afford it. Petrol tank is only 54l (previous saloons of mine have been 75-80l) and I have to virtually fill it up every trip.

What are you likely to buy next?

Something similar, perhaps have a look at the VW Touareg.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£14,500

When did you buy the car?

November 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

A similar lower spec model at a Honda dealer with 41k miles, this top of the range spec, 6 months older and only 24k miles.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

My wife has difficulty in getting in and out of sloon cars.

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly and not at all pushy. Gave me plenty of time to look around and ask questions.

What's it like to drive?

Very smooth automatic gear change. Good motor way cruiser.

What's it like to park?

A diddle with the parking sensors and rear view camera.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Not yet.

What's most practical about your car?

Rear view reversing camera, elevated driving position. Plenty of room for passengers and luggage.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Rear view camera - when it's not too light with car lights on, or when it gets dirty.