Cant speak for the brake phenomenon you refer to, but it stands to reason that without propulsive kinetic energy (via the accelerator) that momentum/speed will decrease.

 

I think it does this more with ECO mode on but not sure.. would have to go outside and test. I know my hybrid does this as it uses that to put power back into the battery

 

ECO mode is off. I'm just not used to it so i don't even know if it does it to save fuel or power or its actually faulty. I didn't feel anything on a highway though just in a city going with lower speed then its so noticeable.

 

Sounds like the CVT is working as it should

 

First, let's assume you do not have a hybrid (with it's native regenerative braking)

A lot of factors at play here, all normal.

Is the road surface smooth or rough? It does matter
Is the road surface level? It does matter
What speed are you traveling at? It does matter
Are your tires properly inflated? it does matter
How hard were you pressing the throttle before you let the vehicle begin to coast on it's own? It does matter.

Honestly, best way to set your mind at ease that you do not have something wrong with your vehicle (like a brake system issue, which honestly should show an alert light for) is to take it to an empty smooth parking lot and then stop, take your foot off the brake and let the normal idle range of the engine move the vehicle forward. Normal CRV will move at 7-10 mph on a smooth road surface with just the idle threshold of fuel. If this does not satisfy, then by all means go down to the dealer and ask to test drive your vehicle VS some other random CRV on the lot.

 

The hybrid is set up to have a little bit of regen braking when you are off the accelerator. You can see this clearly on the Power/Charge band.
This is clearly intentional, and I would expect the 1.5T to have a similar setup, for similar reasons.
It's similar to the way a hybrid "creeps", to simulate an automatic transmission.
Honda wants people to encounter what they're used to when driving their cars.
I would expect any car to decelerate when I'm off the gas, I guess the question is, by how much?
Of course the hybrid CAN be set up to have a LOT of regen braking if you are off the gas pedal. This is known as "one-pedal" driving and requires you to be in Sport mode and have more than one bar of regen selected.
But there's no way to set up a 1.5T for that.

 

Now I know, this is your first car.

 

I think Werner Ziegler is a troll. Moderator, what do you think?

 

I think he may simply have never driven a CVT before.
He's certainly not violating any rule I'm aware of.
But you may be dancing close to one with such a public accusation.
It would be better to report such suspicions in a private message to a mod, along with your reasons.

 

I had a Jeep Patriot (company car) with CVT that had so turned me off on CVT's that I wasn't even going to consider a CR-V when it came time to trade in my 2013 RDX. It was only after reading glowing reviews in the car mags that I decided to consider the CR-V. My Honda/Acura dealer gave me a demo one for an extended test drive and I was really impressed, no comparison at all to the Jeep. Since the RDX had taken a major jump in price, I got the CR-V with no regrets. So not only are CVT's very different than a conventional automatic, they vary widely between brands.

 

Problem may be a stuck brake pad pin - they sometimes need lubricated. Acts like your foot is on the brakes.

They are supposed to be pre-lubricated. If it is that - your brake pads will wear out prematurely.

2nd reason may be the parking brake is not fully released - set it and release it and see if that fixes it.

CVT's in Hondas do little to slow down a CR-V.

 

CVT's in Hondas do little to slow down a CR-V.

Disagree - I (often) use the "pseudo" gearing to slow down without using the brakes.

Never been an issue.

 

With all transmissions, you will experience 'some' engine braking; however, every type of transmission may allow for more or less engine braking. This is normal... unless it is 'braking too much'... if that's the case, you may want it inspected.

The brake fluid should only need to be changed once every two to three years and the caliper slide pins should be cleaned and lubed as needed. If the factory lube was not sufficient, I would have a shop clean and lube the caliper slide pins.

Do you notice any rubbing noises or vibrating at highway speed? If so, it sounds like the brake caliper may be rubbing. Sometimes, the rotor gets 'slightly' warped, or the caliper doesn't fully release and just barely touches the rotor. This can cause a rubbing noise, vibration, or pull to the left or right (like alignment or wheel bearing).

 

If you want to coast, shifting into N is what will work.

 

Are you in S mode by any chance? I do notice that S mode has more "engine braking" than regular D.


That might be dangerous. If you need to do an emergency maneuver you probably won't remember to shift it back.

 

I press the electric gas Pedal, I hit 30 MPH, and I coast. what I feel is the cars CVT, engine rev's, and if the Turbo enganged. I do not feel a drag, or deceleration, at all. I been riding a CrV for many years, and the very 1st gen has what they called a Ram something, going down hill it will Engine brake. If by all means you are not used to it, that is what you are experiencing the Dream engine by Honda

 

one thing I miss is the Turbo indicator, the guage, does ths CR-V have one, think not, I think if you're wanting to get out of the gear the drag will not be there. where does 1st gear click out on a hard start. 2nd gear etc. that said. its not a race car it will coast, do its Job and lighten up on the pedal.

 

one thing I miss is the Turbo indicator,

Had that on my 10G Civic Prestige.

Loved it!

 

SO you know me, I go out there and demo things. If I Step on the gas,Oh yes I floored it, to a safe limit. only time the car will drag is not getting out of "the gear"

in the vid as itopped out at 30mph ," I coasted to the stop sign"

I was referring to the Turbo gauge back in the early 80's 1984, the turbo started at 3K rpm-5K, and you heard it a loud whislte, this car best of luck

 

Great demo fishy.

Watching your instantaneous fuel bar, I can tell that you and I have similar driving style with the CRV in city street driving.

 

My old 2003 does the same exact thing. Engine braking when you don't need it at all. It mainly happens if it is in 2nd gear and I let off the throttle. Any other car I have driven would shift to 3rd gear and engine braking would be at a minimum. But this trans stays in 2nd giving it a lot of engine braking and it's very annoying. It's also a fuel waste slowing me down to a red light way ahead since I then have to give it more acceleration to make it to the traffic light. It is indeed engine braking because I have put in into neutral down a hill and on flat road and the problem went away.

 

I’ve had two Ridgelines, 2019 and 2021. Both give this slow down sensation when you take your foot off the gas to coast. No CVT. I thought this was strange but I quickly got used to it. Other Ridgeline owners assured me that this was normal for the Ridgeline. Having said that, I haven’t noticed this sensation on my 2020 CR-V EX-L.

 

Lets ask do you think programming can resolve this at the Dealer, todays technology, never know