2002 Honda CR-V Standard 2.4 four cylinder

Summary:

A perfect all rounder

Faults:

Nothing.

General Comments:

This is a great car - amazingly practical, performs well and excellent value for money.

Ideal for either long trips (the kids love it) or around town. Looks OK too.

The torque steer I read about in reviews, hasn't been a problem at all.

It is a bit noisier than expected though, and the front wheels spin pretty easily on take-off unless you're careful.

Before buying the CRV I tested a Nissan X-Trail and a Mazda Tribute V6 - both were pretty good, but I certainly haven't regretted buying the Honda.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 1st May, 2003

20th Jan 2009, 17:19

I am the writer of the original review and still own the car 7 years later. In that time it has been problem-free, so if my experience is typical, I can certainly recommend the CRV for reliability. I'm not that keen on the look of the current shape CRV, so when I replace it in the next couple of years I'll probably be going for a Nissan X-Trail. However, we have just bought another Honda - a Jazz GLi manual - to replace a Toyota Echo as our second car.

In reply to 20th Jan 2009, 17:19

22nd Jan 2013, 16:11

Great to see your feedback after 7 years mate. NZ new cars in general have been lot more reliable compared to many others. I just bought one, and looking at 2002 review freaked me out. Then I started looking up for NZ/Aus reviews, and I'm glad to hear they have been reliable.

In reply to 22nd Jan 2013, 16:11

6th Jan 2015, 22:12

I've got one in NZ, and it has been trouble free. Most of the reviews here are from the US or Europe, which seem to be more problematic. I think NZ and AUS weather is just the right type for these vehicles. I know lots of people who own them, and no one has ever complained. They are as good as Toyota RAVs.

2002 Honda CR-V Sports 2ltr petrol

Summary:

My second CR-V and not my last - I love it

Faults:

SRS warning light needd to be reset at delivery.

General Comments:

Second CR-V I have owned and will not be the last.

The Auto is a little underpowered however still enough to do the shopping and running around town.

I would doubt its ability to tow anything except a light box trailer.

Quality of workmanship & finish outstanding.

So much room front and back it is unrivalled in this class.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 10th August, 2002