Used Honda Cr-v

What to know before buying: Honda Cr-v

From 2 forum threads and 2 press tests · updated 11/10/2026

What the reviews say

• Reviews of the 2018/2019 CR-V praise its roomy cabin, comfortable suspension and family-friendly practicality.[2]one sourceHonda CR-V fifth generation
• Opinions on the fifth-generation 1.5-litre turbo with CVT are mixed: some find it sluggish, while others consider it sufficiently quick.[2]one sourceHonda CR-V fifth generation
• Reviews describe the fifth-generation CR-V as well considered and easy to drive, with a high-quality cabin finish.[2]one sourceHonda CR-V fifth generation
• The 2024 e:PHEV has a 17.7 kWh battery; the source states up to 82 km of electric range and about 2.5 hours to charge at 6.8 kW.[1]one source

Typical faults

• Second- and third-generation CR-Vs (2002–2011) can suffer air-conditioning failures, often caused by the compressor.[3]one source

  2002–2011

• Fourth-generation models (2012–2016) sometimes show excessive oil consumption, which the source links to piston-ring issues.[3]one sourceHonda CR-V fourth generation

  2012–2016

• Fifth-generation cars from 2017 can sometimes vibrate at idle; the source associates this with the drivetrain and engine mounts.[3]one sourceHonda CR-V fifth generation

  2017+

• CR-Vs from 2017 have reports of infotainment, reversing-camera and other electronic faults.[3]one sourceHonda CR-V fifth generation

  2017+

• From roughly 100,000 km, 2.2 i-CTDi/i-DTEC diesels may face chain stretch and EGR/DPF trouble; the i-CTDi also has a cited dual-mass-flywheel risk.[4]one sourceHonda CR-V RE, third generation

  100 000+ km · 2.2 i-CTDi, 2.2 i-DTEC

• The Real Time AWD rear-differential fluid needs changing; otherwise noise and judder in turns may appear from roughly 100,000 km.[4]one sourceHonda CR-V RE, third generation

  100 000+ km

Which engine and version to take

• The third-generation K20Z4 2.0 i-VTEC petrol is presented as the lower-risk choice, with no systematic mechanical defect identified.[4]one sourceHonda CR-V RE, third generation

What to avoid

• Third-generation 2.2 i-CTDi/i-DTEC diesels are the riskier choice because of chain, EGR and DPF concerns, especially with urban use.[4]one sourceHonda CR-V RE, third generation

What to check at the inspection

• On a diesel, perform a cold start, listen for chain noise, check for vibration and inspect DPF diagnostic data.[4]one sourceHonda CR-V RE, third generation
• Check that the air conditioning actually cools and that the compressor engages correctly.[4]one sourceHonda CR-V RE, third generation
• In an AWD car, make tight low-speed turns at full steering lock; noise or judder can indicate a rear-differential issue.[4]one sourceHonda CR-V RE, third generation
• On a fourth-generation car, check the oil level and ask how often it needs topping up, as excessive consumption has been reported.[3]one sourceHonda CR-V fourth generation
• On a fifth-generation car, check for idle vibration and test the infotainment, reversing camera and other electronics.[3]one sourceHonda CR-V fifth generation

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]iauto.lv — Braucam ar Honda CR-V lādējamo hibrīdu (+VIDEO) · forum
2. [2]iauto.lv — Honda CR-V tests, atsauksmes un iespaidi 2018/2019 · forum
3. [3]auto.novyny.live — Типові проблеми кросоверів Honda CR-V - Авто - Новини.Live · press
4. [4]autoradars.lv — Honda CR-V RE (2006 - 2012): problems and risks · press

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