Glad this was helpful and appreciate the kind words!

Taking the front wheel off is not that big of a deal tbh. I have the 2023 CRV hybrid sport and I throw my Marin Rift Zone 2 in the back with no issue. I take the front wheel off just because I rather my bike lay flat as apposed to having it lay at an angle.

The Rear Seats have an 8 step recline feature. There are two air vents in the rear also behind the center console, along with two USB-C charging nodes.

That’s why I clicked the video never know I have a daughter she going to eventually ride bikes.

U explained the paddle shifter break mechanism that’s so cool

Great choice!

do you normally drive local roads or highway? thinking about getting one because ive been looking for a car

@@stevenlao2494 I would say about 70% city/local and 30% highway. Currently at 40.4mpg due to driving in eco mode majority of the time. Slightly over 500 miles per tank since the tank is only 14 gallons.

I got the 2024 CR-V Hybrid Sport L and it has a rattling noise coming from the windshield area when driving. I’m wondering if yours is doing that too?

My 6ft 2ins friend can get in and out of my RAV4 hybrid quite easy. But yes, you’ve got to lower the seat and put it in the rear position via the electrics every time you use it. I’m only 5 ft 9” and I can kinda see your point. Anyway the Honda CRV Touring Hybrid is an awesome vehicle. Cheers.

My husband is not only 6'4 but he is 290 lbs as well. With everything down and back he was still on top of the wheel.

My dad went with me to pick up my new crv last week and fell asleep on drive home... I think due to quiet and smooth... I did notice the firmness of suspension going over pot holes.. that is what really bugged me with my Honda Accord sport... but given that I bought for $23 then traded for it crv for $16k 6 years later .. super great investment , well see how this , hybrud CRV,ends up in the future for resale value. I am guessing that some may hesitate to purchase a used one after the battery warranty is gone since they are so pricey.

@@Katie-vy5rd You should be all good for at least 10 years with hybrid battery or even a lot longer. New generation of CRV is awesome. Both Toyota RAV4 and Honda CRV hybrids are great vehicles.

Nice review, but you are forgetting few things that are important. First, when you fold down the second row is a big hump there. 2nd is not spare wheel only an air kit. If you havE a flat you will be stranded waiting for a tow truck. Third and last the transmission are constructed with clutch, so will be prone to be repaired and way more expensive than RAV4. Of course if you don’t care because you will change the car every 4 or 6 years no worries. But if you are planning for a long ownership then RAV4 is a better choice.

You got it!

Thank you for the kind words, and I'm very glad to hear you found this video helpful!

I appreciate that!

I appreciate that!

I was wondering that myself about off just the battery

@@Rough-inevitable I Googled this and it looks like the guy at the dealership was wrong about the "B" drive. As best I can tell it's like driving in lower gear with the lower gear "resistance" resulting in more regenerative battery charging. However, it is not clear to me so I guess I remain confused.

@@gerryreihsen5084 I just wouldn’t let it run out of gas than. lol

The B is for regen braking dude. The dealer tried telling me the same thing but they were off lol. I had to explain to them the drivetrain on the car and how it worked because I did hella research before buying 😂

@@TuroVJ so should you drive the vehicle in the B mode? Or when should you do so?

No shiii sherlock!

Glad you liked it! Thank you!

Same here!

The Forester I tested recently fit my bike no problem. Checkout the video for the Forester Wilderness. It has a slightly larger opening so it fits great.

I reviewed the Accord Hybrid not long ago. Check it out here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jsVzocSY0a-6eHk.html

Who honks horns..??..............Don't remember ever honking one............Paul

The rav isn’t as fun to drive tbh and the seats in the crv are way comfier for long trips. I drive both Honda and Toyota vehicles and honda is just better with handling and practicality

Probably 2 if you got creative, but I doubt 3 would fit, especially with one of the rear seats up.

Throw a hitch on it and carry 3 bikes and still have your trunk space available for a beer cooler and snacks for that gnar on the trail!

Also a nice short wheelbase and high COG for terrible emergency handling. Wife totaled one during a panic stop - be careful especially if you run a cargo box. Was such a nice well-built vehicle - miss the rear door thud.

@@mattkeller5388 Yes, the handling is pretty cushy. I know someone who was hit and the Element rolled on the side after it hit the curb. It probably could have happened to any SUV. But, it is not one for emergency maneuvers.

Haha, you're right, the towing rating is pretty abysmal. I would speculate very few people are towing with these though. Honda usually does pretty good market research, and I recall with the latest Ridgeline, even such a small subset of truck buyers tow. It's certainly nice to have the ability, but I think they're banking on not too man people doing it with the CRV. Thanks for the comment though, the gen 2 CRV was such a fantastic product!

what kind of markups?

@@rfleisher1 dealer installed with denotation "market conditions". -- in other words the dealer is asking an additional $2,000 above the MSRP. I have seen this personally and will not buy from a dealer who added their own profit margin to what the factory is already asking. Also have heard of (but have not seen myself) some dealers adding a markup of over $4,000. Yikes! Essential issue going on here is that these CRV are such hot sellers, that some dealers

Good point regarding batteries which makes it a disposable car for me. Toyota/lexus metal Nickle Hydride batteries may not have the same capacity but do last. There’s RX’s driving about at 15 years old with no battery issues and big miles on them. I agree with the reviewer that the RAV4 has less utility but at least it has a spare. I’ve been left stranded in a Honda when a tyre burst. A can of foam doesn’t cut it and needs replacing every few years anyway. The infotainment and tiny reversing screen are a decade and a half outdated! I agree with the reviewer about the buttons being preferable than a touch screen but Honda, please fit decent screens/satnav!!! Those things and the battery being Li would rule it out for me. I’d stick with an RX which has plenty of room with back seats down, carries a spare and is more refined and powerful. I think Honda snatched defeat from the jaws of victory with this one especially in light of competition. For some, the RAV4 despite some shortcomings, remains a more sensible choice.

I have the rav4 hybrid next week. I’ll let you know!

Yep! I built a collapsible base for mine and it sits perfectly in the back. I used ideas from KZfaq for it and adjusted the measurements to fit plush. It’s so low profile I just leave the base in the trunk

Cut a piece of foam to make the floor even, and another piece to cover the whole resulting flat area.

How are your MPG's? I heard they don't even come close to EPA ratings(for AWD anyways). Kind of worries me since I want to buy a CRV Hybrid AWD

@@gmfitzg I haven’t used my full tank of gas yet. But it’s telling me I’m at 35 mpg combined. There’s a video on KZfaq someone who did a test and shared it but fwd. I’m liking mine so far. Can’t go wrong with the rav4 hybrid either but they’re hard to find new on the lot.

Enjoy it!

@@Rough-inevitable. I have the Rav, but yes I agree the Honda is awesome also.

@@EatSleepDrive thanks

Tried that, doesn't work.

It’s a REALLY comfy vehicle to drive and it’s zippy too! Way better handling and comfort compared to the Rav. The rav feels congested inside and doesn’t offer as much interior space

There isn’t room for a spare because of the hybrid battery

@@roguepetuniano an excuse when other companies have managed. The could have attached a tire underneath / moved the battery to another location or put the tire in the back jeep style. So many options, but no spare tire in a vehicle is a good way to leave you stranded with a hefty towing bill. It’s a no for me. Other than that I think this suv is the best looking one on the market besides the Tiguan.

It’s a crazy oversight. Plus them removing the fog lights for the US market, why? The European models have fog lights. The US has blanks in the bumper and blank buttons next to the steering wheel. Not even an option. You’ll have to buy them aftermarket from Europe and install them.

@@JackGrimesMusic Fair points. Even if it had a spare, I personally would be unable to change it myself. Nearing 60 years old and having less physical strength than a guy are real things. If it happens I will call Honda roadside assistance for a tow. I also have AAA . For only $60/year AAA will tow to any location within 100 miles (4 tows per year). That works for me. I'm happy with my 2024. Everyone should make their own choice.

My gripe as well..

Just cut a piece of foam to raise the floor to make it even, and another piece to cover the whole resulting flat area, and you got a cushy sleeping space.

I believe the sticker is a lie. after 2200 miles I have averaged 31.8mpg, and I don't drive fast or use sport mode.

😂😂😂

There’s a huge bump. When these seats recline the bottom of the seat move with the back of the seat. Which offers great comfort to the person sitting down, but makes putting the seats down from the back very hard. They “click” into different positions. You’ll have to put them down from the side doors, or stretch yourself inside the car. This also doesn’t have a spare tire, instead that’s where the battery is. So, it’s probably better to store a spare tire in the back than a bike. I don’t know if all hyrbrid/electric cars don’t have spares, but this is very surprising to me.

It's the same with crv

Interesting. What options are lacking?

But on the bright side the rear wheel will always have power ( I believe the RAV4 rear wheels are only powered by the battery?) TFL did a roller slip test and Honda did better than the RAV4 simply because it has a drive shaft

@@jamiecraswell9368. I’ve seen all these extensive tests, buts it’s not a big deal. Not like you’re gonna climb Mt Everest.

Never owned a Honda with driveline problems.

​@@johnmartin7158its a big deal especially when you have 4 seasons to drive into esp winter season.

Perhaps, buy a spare and a jack and place it in the back of the CR-V? Unless you need that space for something else, of course.

It’s a crazy over sight. But perhaps the younger generation doesn’t know how or what to change a tire? There’s rear mounted tire mount and top rack tire mounts, but that’s hundreds extra for aftermarket parts on a brand new car. However this seems more of a city commuter not an off road vehicle. So most people might be close to help. Idk for me, I keep a breaker bar, repair kits, air compressor, a Jack, a spare, and tow straps. But my suv has rear underneath storage, because there isn’t a battery in there. Not a huge deal, but that and that fact the European models have fog lights and the US model has them removed with blank spots in the bumper and blank buttons next to the wheel. They can be installed but again extra on aftermarket parts from Europe.

It's a competitive segment for sure. Excellent choice, I hope you enjoy it!

It doesn't??? What does it tell, then?

@@ihikebc2295apparently, it'll just read "tire pressure low" but it won't specify which tire it is... which I think is really messed up... 😒😒🙄😐

@@cherrylicious2 It is truly weird why Honda wouldn't install a normal easy-to-understand TPMS system. This is what Honda says: Instead of directly measuring the pressure in each tire, the TPMS on this vehicle monitors and compares the rolling radius and rotational characteristics of each wheel and tire while you are driving to determine if one or more tires are significantly under-inflated. This will cause the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to come on and a message to appear on the gauge.

Not in my area! I just put a deposit on a Sport-L at MSRP with no dealer add-ons. Just the $1250 delivery fee

Just got sport hybrid L with no markup - I would have kept my 2014 Accord before I would pay above MSRP!

Thank you!

Might need to go at a different time, wasn’t expecting that!

When I first saw it didn’t have a spare I couldn’t believe it. I does come with an inflator and some gel patch kit in the side rear well. But if your tire is beyond repair, you’re out of luck. I guess you could find a rack or rear tire mount, but that’s extra money on a brand new car. I’ll bet you’ll see all these with a AAA sticker on the back. 😂 Also the European models have fog lights. You’ll see there’s spots for them on the US model and there are blank buttons for it next to the steering wheel. You can get them and have them installed, but again more money on a brand new car. Simple things, missed.

Colorado!

Exactly my same comment! It seems like they made this SUV for yuppies living in a city where those two things aren’t needed as much as in areas outside a city. Big disappointment.

I can’t believe it doesn’t have homelink

It is, especially when compared to other manufacturers. I was blown away by Ford’s beautiful huge infotainment screen on the Escape I purchased (primarily because of the plug-in hybrid system)

In what way.

@@johnmartin7158- in so many ways! I’ll compare it to my Ford Escape PHEV. The ford screen is several inches larger. That size allows split screen between a map and other apps. The whole car manual is loaded into the infotainment screen with an issue to use search menu as well as tons of videos you can watch about car maintenance and cater tasks. I can program the vehicle to auto start and pre-condition the cabin for whatever day(s)/time(s) I want. The apps function so much more smoothly as well.

​@@johnmartin7158, it's small. Why didn't Honda just put the new large screen from the 2023 Accord? Typical Honda, doing things that don't make sense.

@@truthistruth615 Let’s hope the 6th generation Toyota RAV4 has a real decent improvement with a decent screen size and MID. I’ve got the 2022.