Honda FR-V (2004 - 2009) 2.2 i-CTDi Sport 5d (2006/55) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I have several kids and I didn't want a Scenic!

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

Has attracted a good deal of positive interest and comments. At least one of our friends is actively looking to buy one.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes. Good build quality, excellent dealer experience (also with previous Hondas). Nice to drive and very practical.

What are you likely to buy next?

Would prefer to downsize if possible - hopefully won't need to cart kids round forever!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£15,500

When did you buy the car?

October 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Reasonable. Car was an ex-Honda pre-reg with low mileage. Did get a very reasonable trade-in.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed extra seats for kids. Could not disable airbags in previous car limiting use.

What was the dealer like?

Very helpful and friendly. Did not put any pressure on us. We were allowed an unaccompanied test drive for a reasonable amount of time. Salesman was knowledgeable about the car.

What's it like to drive?

Good to drive. Wide stance limits roll and suspension is firm but not harsh. Engine is very quiet with overdrive 6th gear making it quiet on the motorway. Good performance when needed. MPG varies from 43-44 in general use to up to 50mpg driven gently on the motorway.

What's it like to park?

Good turning circle, light steering and park assist sensors make it easy to reverse in but, like most modern cars, the nose is invisible. It is quite wide though!

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing has gone wrong to date.

What's most practical about your car?

Can seat six adults and still carry a full boot of luggage or, more relevant for me, two adults and up to 4 kids in comfort. Flexible seating arrangement also allows for 4 people plus very long items to be carried.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Folding door mitrrors! Essential on a car this wide and also park assist, again essential because of the high boot. Cruise control also very useful for me.