Overview & Reviews

Apart from the introduction of an SE trim level that slots in between the LX and EX, the Honda CR-V sees no changes for 2011.

• Straightforward interior controls
• Exemplary crashworthiness.
• Agile handling
• Spacious passenger and cargo areas
• Nifty family-friendly features

• No optional engine upgrade
• Elevated road noise
• Transmission lacks manual mode.

User Reviews:

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  2011 CRV SE - 175 Miles - Power Steering Out - 2011 Honda CR-V
  By faye7 - March 8 - 1:05 pm

  I cannot describe my disappointment. At 175 miles, the Power Steering went out and car is at the dealer waiting for parts. It has other noises yet to be determined, excluding wind noise. I expect more from a new car and especially from Honda. This is unacceptable and a reflection of Hondas Quality Control Department. I had no problems with my 2003 CRV so I purchased another one solely for the reliability even though I liked another car better. It certainly has failed my reliability expectation. This 2011 CRV can not compare to the 2003 CRV build quality/reliability. Honda has issues and I have lost confidence. I seriously regret buying this 2011 CRV and wish I had kept my 2003 CRV.

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  Road Warrier - 2011 Honda CR-V
  By baba2cj - March 5 - 9:38 am

  I bought my CR-V two months ago and use it for my company car. I travel 1000 miles (NC, SC and GA) a week. I am 61 and a little over 200lbs. I do own two other Hondas (05 Pilot 190k miles, and 07 Accord 120k) so I may be a little biased. The CR-V is the best automobile I have ever owned for my use. The power is more than adequate. I am averaging 27.2 miles a gallon over 6k miles so far. The initial seat comfort is a little harsh but, within a month of driving regularly, has softened. The steering is dead on and tight. I havent felt any of the "vibrations" I read about in other reviews. Maybe Ive just been lucky but I have never had an issue with my Hondas.

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  Civic SI to a CRV - 2011 Honda CR-V
  By tnsrvfan1 - February 23 - 4:29 pm

  I recently traded my 2009 Civic SI 6 sp manual transmission for a 2011 CRV w/auto trans. So far so good. Of course it is not as much fun to drive as my Civic SI but it does have the power when you want it. This past winter with all the snow/ice and even a great set of tires made me dislike my Civic so I opted for the 4WD CRV. The ride of the CRV is very nice and smooth and the seats in the CRV are much better. The driver and front passenger seat in the Civic SI were very uncomfortable, Plus the CRV does not have the road noise that my Civic Si had.

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  Excellent SUV - 2011 Honda CR-V
  By michaelpaul - January 23 - 7:43 am

  I purchased my CRV 10 days ago and I am very happy. The body style, handling in snow and interior design are all top notch. The only things that I would change are: lack of storage space, inexpensive fabric used for seats and small arm rests. This is my third Honda in the last 10 years and I will remain a loyal customer.

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  Dissappointment - 2011 Honda CR-V
  By kokomoboy - December 29 - 4:02 am

  Poor acceleration, poor highway mileage and annoying wind noise.

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  Best Bang for the buck - 2011 Honda CR-V
  By jlemoine - December 21 - 3:51 am

  After months of research I finally narrowed our choice down to the CRV or the Rav4. Test drove both 3 times and found both suvs competent but overall I thought the CRV was superior. First, all the talk about power, all you hear is the CRV is underpowered compared to competitors like the RAV4, Bull!! The reviewers even Edmunds compares the CRV to the 6 cyl RAV4 but when compared to the 4cyl version the crv holds its own and then some. The rav4s sold are 85% 4 cylinders!! Come on reviews be fair! I find the crvs power just fine. Im 62:" and 275 lbs and find the driving area comfortable and best of all the CRV is fun to drive! Honda quality is 2nd to none

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  Nice car to own - 2011 Honda CR-V
  By whkg - December 19 - 1:48 pm

  Before I buy CRV, I read some of negative review about this car. I had similar feeling while I test drive. 1. Not able to pick up to 60 MPH 2. Engine wind noise But after I compare some other cars, I am glad I bought the car. I found it is not bad when you pick up. And most small car has similar wind issue. For the price, value of the and build in features, I think this is a nice car to own.

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  Great car but LOW TECH!!! - 2011 Honda CR-V
  By damjadi - December 19 - 6:49 am

  Honda has some great lease deals (probably because of the low depreciation). The CRV has a car-like ride, tons of leg and head room and very comfortable seats. It is well designed and very flexible. It has an amazing turn radius and no major blindspots. The gas mileage is a little less desirable and the road noise is rather noticeable as is the idle. My biggest pet peeve is the lack of features standard in most other vehicles base models. To get bluetooth and iPod connections you have to get the EX-L with navigation, meaning an extra $3000. We got the SE for the larger, safer tire package, but the dealer stressed the upgrade to a 6 CD disc changer. Is this 1992?

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  Do NOT buy! Poor design, not worth the money - 2011 Honda CR-V
  By purdue_flunkie - December 14 - 4:10 pm

  Car has serious engine problems. Idle is very rough and you can feel vibrations transferring to the steering wheel. Problem occurs when the engine is fully warmed up and idle drops to 700 rpm. There is an unstable operating point which causes engine to resonate. I tested 3 different vehicles and all of them have this issue. This is clearly a design flaw and Honda refuses to acknowledge existence of the problem. Every time you stop at the light, you can feel vibrations like you sitting in an old American car.

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  Deficiencies in the CR-V - 2011 Honda CR-V
  By Anonymous - December 7 - 2:00 am

  I have had the car about a month. The drive is nice, fuel economy is reasonable for a CR-V and the interior space is more than adequate. However I find the Honda information on the CR-V EXL with Navigation deliberately deceptive. Two examples (a) there is no caller ID available on the unit with the Navigation system even though the technology guide that comes with the car says there is. (b) Honda says there are "heated driver and passenger seats". Well that is true but they dont say that the driver side seat has a heated bottom and back where as the passenger side has only a heated butt. Big difference ! Hope theres a law suit so Honda is punished for these deceptive practices.