Why did you Choose the Hybrid?

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beww

Discussion Starter · Jul 2, 2021

I'm curious about why people here made the decision to go with the hybrid drive.
In my case it was NOT the mileage, I would have gone with the hybrid if it got the same, or even lower, mileage than the 1.5T.
I liked the mechanically (but not electronically) simpler drive train.
I have no experience with turbos, GDI or CVTs. There's nothing wrong with them, they are proven technologies, but I know more about induction motors and inverters than I do about those. I'm an electronics tech far more than I am a mechanic, and I am more comfortable with what I understand.
Since I wanted AWD anyway, the upcharge for the hybrid was only about $1200, hardly noticeable from $30K.
I love the smooth power delivery. I did drive the 1.5T first. When I drove the hybrid I knew I was going to buy it before I got off the dealer's lot (but didn't tell them that of course).
Since I bought during Covid, I was able to test drive by myself, a new experience for me, no sales pitches, but they weren't needed.
They weren't letting just anybody take off with a new car, but I had bought from them in the past, and was a steady service customer, so I guess they trusted me.
Why did you opt for the hybrid?
Inquiring minds want to know.

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TheDarkKnight

· #6 · Jul 2, 2021

sjw91 said:
I liked the extra power, standard AWD, and only the hybrid comes with parking sensors.

Sometimes I feel for US-buyers getting a raw deal spec-wise compared to us in the UK.....

TheDarkKnight

· #8 · Jul 2, 2021

beww said:
Well you are paying considerably more than we do. You should get something for it.

I suppose there is that.....(wallet is still crying....) LOL

TheDarkKnight

· #71 · Jul 9, 2021

beww said:
Not likely to help their UK sales.

That ship has long since sailed for us...sales in the UK for Honda have been shrinking for years....

TheDarkKnight

· #117 · Aug 28, 2021

^

Suspect he meant "standard" features....slip of the keyboard methinks

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TheDarkKnight

· #129 · Sep 21, 2021

Not to be "that" person, but references to OD removed.

Continue....👌

TheDarkKnight

· #154 · Oct 6, 2021

zaxcom said:
This topic has gone way off point. Can this horsepower discussion be moved to a new topic?

Agreed.

Please now all stay on topic. Off topic stuff moved here.

TheDarkKnight

· #192 · Oct 16, 2021

_hwpo_ said:
I have seen several posts saying crv hybrid doesn't have CVT, is that true ?
Cuz on my dealer's website, its says: TRANSMISSION: CVT

You may wish to read:

www.crvownersclub.com

CR-V Hybrid Transmission - How Does It Work? (5G & 6G)

I was reading the thread about the CVT trannies in many Hondas but the Hybrid has supposedly something quite different. Every test driver on Youtube who drove the CRV Hybrid commented on it being an unusual setup, but failed to explain how it operated. Anyone want to chime in and educate me...

www.crvownersclub.com

www.crvownersclub.com

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TheDarkKnight

· #207 · Oct 22, 2021

_hwpo_ said:
after 2 days of owning hybrid crv, most annoying part is the sound that it makes on low speeds!!

Extensive thread here:

www.crvownersclub.com

CR-V Hybrid AVAS Noise Discussion [Merged Master Thread]

Avas help I am starting to hate this noise please somebody help. Is there way to disabled it? Anything Idea help thank in advance.

www.crvownersclub.com

www.crvownersclub.com

Please search.

TheDarkKnight

· #222 · Oct 23, 2021

^
Glad you are enjoying your new machine

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TheDarkKnight

· #225 · Oct 23, 2021

_hwpo_ said:
Does CRV hybrid have auto closing side mirrors using a button or something ?

Only on UK/EU models AFAIK.

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TheDarkKnight

· #246 · Nov 13, 2021

beww said:
I suspect we will get little sympathy from our UK and EU members though.

Indeed.

I filled up about 3wks ago....£1.49.9 per litre.

Need to refuel in the next few days...I doubt very much that pricing has gone south.....

TheDarkKnight

· #257 · Mar 10, 2022

sjw91 said:
They offer the hybrid in 2wd over there?

Yes, 2WD Hybrid has been available in the UK since its launch

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TheDarkKnight

· #260 · Mar 10, 2022

HONDA-UK-DUDE said:
Interesting video on x-overs, suv's and AWD vs 2WD. He's not a fan of x-overs anyway and prefers stationwagons (estate cars in the UK) but some very good advice on what to choose, if your market allows it.

Mr Kilmer is person non-grata here and thus links to his video has been removed.

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TheDarkKnight

· #263 · Mar 10, 2022

HONDA-UK-DUDE said:
I always thought he seemed to know what he is talking about

Best advice is to completely block him from your YouTube musings/viewings - if only because he is no authority at all on Honda's.

Anyway, back to the thread...

Why else did folks pick the CR-V Hybrid??

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TheDarkKnight

· #267 · Mar 10, 2022

Havent removed the link, just made it not clickable. Folks can copy/paste if they wish but we're not making it clicky to feed his channel.

And yep, lets get back to the topic as @HONDA-UK-DUDE says

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TheDarkKnight

· #269 · Mar 10, 2022

HONDA-UK-DUDE said:
Sort of back on subject, our neighbours right at the front of our road have been a bit aloof recently since we got our brand new CRV. Anyway, looks like they also have a new car too now.... honestly....

Imagine they rock up in a White CR-V Hybrid!!

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TheDarkKnight

· #271 · Mar 10, 2022

HONDA-UK-DUDE said:
Looks like they bought a 71 plate MG HS

Words. Fail. Me. 🤦‍♂️😂

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TheDarkKnight

· #283 · Apr 11, 2022

TheDarkKnight

· #285 · Apr 12, 2022

Most Brits wouldnt know WTH to do with a jack anyway except look at it and start crying!

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