2011 Honda CR-V Review by Cars.com Staff

2011 Honda CR-V

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2011 Honda CR-V

Kelley Blue Book Retail $20,700–$25,000  

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By Cars.com Staff

Cars.com National October 25, 2010

Vehicle Overview

Many newcomers have entered the compact SUV market since Honda launched its car-based CR-V as a 1997 model. The CR-V comes in four trim levels: base LX, SE, EX and top-of-the-line EX-L (leather). Competitors include the Toyota RAV4 and Chevrolet Equinox.

New for 2011

The CR-V adds a new trim level, SE, for 2011. The SE adds rear privacy glass, 17-inch alloy wheels, steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise control buttons, and a 160-watt stereo with six speakers and an in-dash six-CD changer.

Exterior

The upper grille features a single horizontal bar, and the lower portion has a honeycomb design. Exterior features include:

  • 17-inch wheels
  • Standard folding power mirrors, optional heated mirrors
  • Optional power moonroof
  • Optional fog lights

 

Interior

On EX-L models with navigation, there's an optional center console instead of a retractable tray. There's room for up to five people. Interior features include:

  • Available cloth or leather seating surfaces
  • Standard air conditioning
  • Standard power windows and locks, plus keyless entry
  • Optional heated seats
  • Optional navigation system
  • Optional dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Optional backup camera with navigation

 

Under the Hood


The CR-V is available with front-wheel drive or Honda's optional Real Time 4-Wheel Drive, which transfers more torque to the rear wheels when more traction is needed. Fuel-economy ratings are 21/28 mpg city/highway and 21/27 mpg, respectively.

Mechanical features include:

  • 180-horsepower, 2.4-liter inline-four-cylinder with 161 pounds-feet of torque
  • Standard five-speed automatic transmission
  • Front- or all-wheel drive

 

Safety


Safety features include:

  • Side-impact and side curtain airbags
  • Electronic stability system and traction control
  • Antilock braking system
  • Optional security system

 

Additional Reviews

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Kelsey MaysCars.com NationalMarch 31, 2011
Cars.com StaffCars.com NationalOctober 25, 2010

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