I am on my third CR-V AWD (02, 09, and 2021), the latter being my first hybrid. All 3 are daily drivers (the 02 was given to a close relative) with few mechanical annoyances, except both the 02 and 09 air conditioners failed at about 104K miles. The hybrid is by far my favorite of the three, not just because of MPG (37.5 after 7K miles) but in engine responsiveness and quiet, smooth operation. Perhaps I have a bias against turbochargers, but the love of CRVs and the lack of a turbocharger in the hybrid led my to my purchase decision.
Why did you Choose the Hybrid?
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.
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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I live in Salt Lake City and bought my CR-V Hybrid the end of February, so it was still in the 20-30's in the morning and I love the heated steering wheel and heater, both warm up very quickly. One thing to note, I only drove in one snow storm and the front sensor in the grill iced over so all safety equipment associated with that sensor were disabled and I receive a warning that this was the case. I think Honda should remedy this with a temperature activated heating element or some other method, it was very distracting at the time.I haven't had my hybrid long, I agree on the cooling and I run in Eco mode that is suppose to diminish A/C but i find it all right even on hot days and it cools fast (I notice its always in recycle mode though, usually I'll notice if a car is in recycle right away because air gets stuff, not the hybrid, it does a good job with recycled air maybe it blends some outside air with it who knows so I leave it on recycle. I wondered how well it will heat in the winter because the ICE albeit running is not powering the car directly its free running as a generator so I wondered if that would impact the ICE's ability to generate adequate heat (ever notice on tradition gas cars they heat faster as you drive them becasue the engine is working harder than at idle), but you say it heats fast, good to know, are you in a colder climate, have you experienced a winter?
I bought a tire repair kit that might offer some capability over Honda's tire inflator sealer kit under rare circumstances (I'd only carry if out out of town). I realize you can get side punctures or puncture near the side where no repair kit will help.. but I might get lucky with one that is just beyond what sealer kit can address and a plug might get me back on the road. Another poster mentioned searching for a donut (tire), not a bad idea if they make one and you want added security. Around town I'm not worried, I'll have it towed to a dealer or tire shop and grab an Uber, its the few times i'm out of town that concern me about being immobilized. I haven't had a flat in 21 years ( even then some idiot let air out of the tire because goodyear couldn't find a puncture). How many times have you had a puncture and it just a slow leak too.. but I'm sure now that I don't have a spare my luck will change...LOL
I experienced have experience with run-flats , they're more expensive, noisier, and harder riding than conventional tires.
On the escape I think the PHEV is limited to FWD, I believe HEV is available with AWD.
I live in Salt Lake City and bought my CR-V Hybrid the end of February, so it was still in the 20-30's in the morning and I love the heated steering wheel and heater, both warm up very quickly. One thing to note, I only drove in one snow storm and the front sensor in the grill iced over so all safety equipment associated with that sensor were disabled and I receive a warning that this was the case. I think Honda should remedy this with a temperature activated heating element or some other method, it was very distracting at the time.
What safety equipment feature do you want to operate in snowy conditions? The normal recommendation I always heard was to not use the nannies in the snow or ice.
I've lived Utah and Colorado my whole life, so I know how to drive in snow without these safety features, it was disappointing that they were so easily defeated.What safety equipment feature do you want to operate in snowy conditions? The normal recommendation I always heard was to not use the nannies in the snow or ice.
Weather defeats our largest aircraft, ships and even rockets. Why would you think a CR-V would be immune to such things?
I also thought Honda should put a heater on the front radome, but that just converts snow and ice to water, which is even more effective at stopping microwaves.
I also thought Honda should put a heater on the front radome, but that just converts snow and ice to water, which is even more effective at stopping microwaves.
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 mind
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
I initially considered the Hybrid CRV because the functionality of the CRV hit the right marks for my needs. I also have had with turbocharged engines. I didn’t care too much for the driving experience with the 1.5 and CVT. Once I drove the CRV hybrid, and began researching Honda’s hybrid design, I became more and more impressed. It came down to a Toyota Venza vs the Hybrid CRV EX-L. I preferred Venza’s elegance and luxury feel, but CRV had much better passenger and cargo space, as well as better winter AWD performance, and overall, provided more bang for the buck. My biggest disappointments have been the infotainment and rear camera system, which feel a bit dated. I am not aware of any way to force usage of the disk brakes. I purchased mine in March, so I can’t speak to any winter behaviors.I have a couple of questions a s a potential buyer.
- is there any way to over-ride the regeneration to actually wear rust off the brake disks such as when a downhill slope appears ahead?
- How is the cold start practicality, such as keeping the windows ice free until the ICE is warm?
- I'll probably be installing a 240v cabin heater, I've used 240v ICE block heating elements on other cars but they don't seem to be used on hybrids.
The only way I know to force friction braking is to brake harder than 1/3 G or slow slow below effective regen speed.
I don't know if regen works in reverse, if not I suppose you could back up real fast and stop, shades of the old "self-adjusting" drum brakes.
You are part of a long list of I/T system complainants.
I found winter performance to be pretty good, though I didn't ask it to tackle anything over 6".
I don't know if regen works in reverse, if not I suppose you could back up real fast and stop, shades of the old "self-adjusting" drum brakes.
You are part of a long list of I/T system complainants.
I found winter performance to be pretty good, though I didn't ask it to tackle anything over 6".
I just checked this Forum and found this Thread. We have a 2016 CRV Touring (the wife's car really, I have a new 2022 Acura MDX Advance - a Fabulous SUV , probably almost Head Over Heels on the 2019 MDX I traded which was very good Car), and toying with trading in the CRV for a new CRV (my wife won't really consider anything else - Stubborn Polish woman , 47 years of Marriage). I was thinking HYBRID after seeing some reviews on Line which also explained the differences (E-CVT vs. the CVT ), and the clams of more power and torque. So, getting better MPGs , more Power / Pep, more immediate Torque for about $1400 difference in price for a new 2022 CRV Hybrid Touring seemed almost to be a No Brainer. Of course, she has to like it, but I intend to go for a test drive today. True Value Trade in per the Web sites indicate about $20,000 K trade in value for the 2016 with 37.5K miles. If I can get that for our CRV , and get some Wiggle on the new one... Maybe the deal to go for. To answer the original post: I think Hybrid is the way to go, NOT EVs... not yet for me anyway. I'm 70, my wife is 67, learning curves take longer to teach Old Dogs new Tricks. I'm not sold on Plug In cars (EVs), because of limitations (if you plug your EV into a 115 Volt standard outlet it takes 50 HOURS to fully charge, unless you get a special outlet with 220-240 volt capacity installed in your House.... Sorry apartment dwellers). To me, The new Hybrids - Hyundais, of Course Toyotas, and now Hondas are terrific. Have to admit, although I have NOT driven the new 2021 (?) Hyundai Tuscon Hybrid with HTAC (AWD) look to be a terrific car.... and a 10 Year Warranty , even on the Hybrid Models. 5 Years on the Honda.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.
We currently have a 2016 CRV Touring (the wife's car primarily - she loves it ... I don't actually , but do See how practical it is , very well suited to the overall market). On a smooth , non windy day, traveling south on the NJ Turnpike to visit Grandkids about 150 miles away, with Summer Blend Gas, I would get in ECO mode about 28-29 MPGs on the highway at 75-80 MPH. But now that we are both retired (me at 70 just this past May), I just traded my 2019 MDX Advance for a new 2022 MDX Advance on an early Lease termination deal which included $1K Loyalty form Acura. Absolutely, Love the car (and I ususally don't like to use the word LOVE for things but only for People, I make an exception for this car). So now, My wife is getting a little Bug to upgrade her CRV. And she is stubborn, will only Look at the CRV , which she Loves... The 2016 we have now is our 3rd (leased 2010 , 2013 (which we traded in when the Air Bags disaster hit May 2016, and then purchased the 2016 CRV Touring). The new 2021 or 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Limited (the Top of the Line ... I only opt for the TOL vehicles because that's where all the new technologies go, then the car makers cut out one thing then the other to create the their cheaper models), is worth a serious look, but "Happy Wife....Happy Life". I am to test drive a HYbrid today. Then we will see... A lot will be based on the supposed better drive / power/ drivetrain on the Hybrid and the $$$$ of the overall deal.
You are disappointed that your consumer motor vehicle does not have military aircraft grade de-icing and ice counter-measures to allow a safety "assist" system to work in a blizzard where you have no business relying on said assist system in bad weather to begin with.I've lived Utah and Colorado my whole life, so I know how to drive in snow without these safety features, it was disappointing that they were so easily defeated.
So you are willing to have hundreds of dollars in parts costs added to every CRV on the road, just so the radar never ices over?
Tip: that will not fly with most buyers... period. It would also price Hondas out of the market vs competition (who also have issues with front radar icing over in bad weather).
I did notice that the front face of the radar array (the plastic protective cover) appears to have has been changed by Honda in the mid-life refresh, and I bet it was to reduce ice build up from the looks of it.
I blame this forum. 
Seriously though I just happened upon a thread about trade-in values on new cars recently and it piqued my interest. I took my ‘18 AWD Touring to a local dealership and test drove hybrid Touring. Immediately the change in torque got me interested so I started researching and working deals. Most of my driving is around town save a few weeks in summer/fall. Anyway, the prospect of getting 40ish mpg vs the 20ish I was getting on my ‘18 was also a driver. My ‘18 was coming up on needing tires and a few servicing items (figured $1,500-$2k). Lastly, the amount they gave me on trade was ri di culous.
Seriously though I just happened upon a thread about trade-in values on new cars recently and it piqued my interest. I took my ‘18 AWD Touring to a local dealership and test drove hybrid Touring. Immediately the change in torque got me interested so I started researching and working deals. Most of my driving is around town save a few weeks in summer/fall. Anyway, the prospect of getting 40ish mpg vs the 20ish I was getting on my ‘18 was also a driver. My ‘18 was coming up on needing tires and a few servicing items (figured $1,500-$2k). Lastly, the amount they gave me on trade was ri di culous.
I'm thinking of getting a hybrid CRV to replace my 2019 Honda accord sport. The Honda accord sport is too uncomfortable to climb into every day. My legs are killing me every time I get into the accord. I do have a 2019 CR-V EXL but I want to have a second car as a back up. I've been looking at all sorts of cars over the last week and then I got excited about a few of them are either a bit too expensive or just not practical like a CRV will be and what I plan to use it for and what i use my current CR-V for.
They seem to be selling quickly so I'll have to jump when I find one here in Denver. A dealership near me where I bought the accord had a hybrid CR-V a few days ago but it's gone now. I'll sell the accord to Carvana and they'll pay me $2000 over what I paid for the car back in May which will basically means that I drove the car free all these months.
They seem to be selling quickly so I'll have to jump when I find one here in Denver. A dealership near me where I bought the accord had a hybrid CR-V a few days ago but it's gone now. I'll sell the accord to Carvana and they'll pay me $2000 over what I paid for the car back in May which will basically means that I drove the car free all these months.
You might want to widen your search to Longmont, Loveland, Fort Collins and even Greeley.I'm thinking of getting a hybrid CRV to replace my 2019 Honda accord sport. The Honda accord sport is too uncomfortable to climb into every day. My legs are killing me every time I get into the accord. I do have a 2019 CR-V EXL but I want to have a second car as a back up. I've been looking at all sorts of cars over the last week and then I got excited about a few of them are either a bit too expensive or just not practical like a CRV will be and what I plan to use it for and what i use my current CR-V for.
They seem to be selling quickly so I'll have to jump when I find one here in Denver. A dealership near me where I bought the accord had a hybrid CR-V a few days ago but it's gone now. I'll sell the accord to Carvana and they'll pay me $2000 over what I paid for the car back in May which will basically means that I drove the car free all these months.
Markeley in Fort Collins has a few Hybrids on the lot.
But you are right, they can be hard to find.
Here in Cheyenne my dealer (Tyrrell) says they have sold as many hybrids to Colorado buyers as to Wyoming ones.
I'm not suggesting you come up here, but it never hurts to look, easy to do online.
I did find one in Longmont and interestingly enough, it's blue just like my Honda accord. I went through the buying process online and indicated that I would buy the car for cash which I do plan to and reserved it for a test drive on October 5. I know that's kind of ridiculous being a week out but I figured it wouldn't hurt to check to see if they would hold it that long anyways. I went through the trade-in process also and they would give me $2000 more than Carvana would give me for the accord so I will definitely go through the trade-in process.You might want to widen your search to Longmont, Loveland, Fort Collins and even Greeley.
Markeley in Fort Collins has a few Hybrids on the lot.
But you are right, they can be hard to find.
Here in Cheyenne my dealer (Tyrrell) says they have sold as many hybrids to Colorado buyers as to Wyoming ones.
I'm not suggesting you come up here, but it never hurts to look, easy to do online.
I'll find one in the next two weeks no matter what and I'll go out to Aurora, Colorado Springs, Longmont, Fort Collins and maybe Wyoming if I have to. I am paying cash for the vehicle because I'm selling my house. Closing date is on the fourth and I will also be paying off my first CR-V that I bought a year ago in May and I will have no debt whatsoever which is the way I want it.
None for sale in Wyoming as of today, and you can't have mine.
Normally I would avoid buying from a "foreign" dealer, but these days you take what you can get wherever it is.
Normally I would avoid buying from a "foreign" dealer, but these days you take what you can get wherever it is.
Haha I’ll find one. Maybe I’ll get lucky and they’ll hold the one I mentioned above. With the shortage going on, I’ll go where I have to, to get one.None for sale in Wyoming as of today, and you can't have mine.
Normally I would avoid buying from a "foreign" dealer, but these days you take what you can get wherever it is.
That same dealership in Longmont no longer has the blue one but they have a red one incoming that is a hybrid touring model. I may go down tomorrow and put a $500 deposit down on it. She has no idea when they will get it but it does say that it's en route. I may just wait until next week though and start checking dealerships when I have the money to actually just go down and buy the thing.
It used to be that any dealer on the Front Range from Denver to Cheyenne could get any car from any other dealer, but that may have broken down in the current era of car buying.That same dealership in Longmont no longer has the blue one but they have a red one incoming that is a hybrid touring model. I may go down tomorrow and put a $500 deposit down on it. She has no idea when they will get it but it does say that it's en route. I may just wait until next week though and start checking dealerships when I have the money to actually just go down and buy the thing.
I agree checking financing ahead of time is wise. The last place to get financial advice is a car dealer.
I have a red touring. Beautiful color.That same dealership in Longmont no longer has the blue one but they have a red one incoming that is a hybrid touring model. I may go down tomorrow and put a $500 deposit down on it. She has no idea when they will get it but it does say that it's en route. I may just wait until next week though and start checking dealerships when I have the money to actually just go down and buy the thing.
Can you post a few pictures? Thanks!I have a red touring. Beautiful color.
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