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I’m interested in trading my 2018 Tacoma TRD Off-Road 2WD double cab for a 2019 CRV LX 2WD (U.S. spec). This is a result of only averaging 15-17 MPG (City) and limited interior space for my new family of four. I currently carry a booster seat and rear facing car seat. It’s tight in the Tacoma, to say the least.
Even though I’ll take a financial loss by trading my Tacoma, I’ll pay off the loan on the CRV earlier than the current loan on the Tacoma, lower my monthly payment by a few bucks, decrease fuel costs, increase interior space, and still have a utility vehicle–maybe even more utilitarian than my Tacoma, if you consider the covered cargo space of the CRV. I own a small utility trailer for infrequent use, so I plan to add a hitch to the CRV. This will allow me to retain some of the flexibility of the open cargo space of my Tacoma. First priority will be installing window tint and all weather mats. With the CRV setup that I anticipate, the only thing I figure I’ll miss from the Tacoma is sitting on the truck bed/tailgate at social events as opposed to sitting in stands or using lawn chairs.
I’ve owned four Hondas in the past, two of which had the famed 1.5L turbo motor, so I’m well aware of Honda’s reputation, both good and bad. That’s part of the reason for interest soley in the LX model. I’ve test driven the LX along with my wife and two children–car seats installed in the rear–and infant stroller in the cargo area. My wife and oldest child commented there was slightly more space in the rear of the CRV. I felt comfortable up front at 6’1”-6’2”.
I welcome any feedback from LX owners regarding reliability, issues, family use/car seats, cargo usage, towing, etc. Please share reviews and photos! Thanks!
Even though I’ll take a financial loss by trading my Tacoma, I’ll pay off the loan on the CRV earlier than the current loan on the Tacoma, lower my monthly payment by a few bucks, decrease fuel costs, increase interior space, and still have a utility vehicle–maybe even more utilitarian than my Tacoma, if you consider the covered cargo space of the CRV. I own a small utility trailer for infrequent use, so I plan to add a hitch to the CRV. This will allow me to retain some of the flexibility of the open cargo space of my Tacoma. First priority will be installing window tint and all weather mats. With the CRV setup that I anticipate, the only thing I figure I’ll miss from the Tacoma is sitting on the truck bed/tailgate at social events as opposed to sitting in stands or using lawn chairs.
I’ve owned four Hondas in the past, two of which had the famed 1.5L turbo motor, so I’m well aware of Honda’s reputation, both good and bad. That’s part of the reason for interest soley in the LX model. I’ve test driven the LX along with my wife and two children–car seats installed in the rear–and infant stroller in the cargo area. My wife and oldest child commented there was slightly more space in the rear of the CRV. I felt comfortable up front at 6’1”-6’2”.
I welcome any feedback from LX owners regarding reliability, issues, family use/car seats, cargo usage, towing, etc. Please share reviews and photos! Thanks!