For most buyers, we recommend the 2017 CR-V EX trim. Starting from an average list price of $26,795, it adds a more efficient and powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engine, along with more interior features such as dual-zone climate control, moonroof, push-button start, heated front seats, and an upgraded infotainment system featuring a 7-inch touchscreen, satellite radio, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Most importantly, the EX models gain the Honda Sensing safety suite which includes numerous advanced safety features such as blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane keeps assist, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high-beam headlights. 

2017 Honda CR-V Cost to Own:

The 2017 CR-V's five-year cost of ownership is expected to be around $20,940, including the costs for fuel, insurance, maintenance, and repairs. This is below average in the compact SUV class, especially when the 2017 Mazda CX-5 will cost around $23,072 while it goes over $25,100 on the Chevrolet Equinox.

"The 2017 Honda CR-V has a cavernous cargo hold and an upscale cabin with ample room for passenger, and it earns solid safety and predicted reliability ratings." - Cars.USnews

The 2017 Honda CR-V crossover SUV comes in four trim levels:  LX, EX, EX-L, and Touring, for sale in a total of 10 configurations. The 2017 CR-V has a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting at just under $25,000 for the base LX model. Next-in-line EX model is far more recommendable as it offers an impressive list of amenities and advanced safety features than the base model and has an average price starting around $26,795. Adding premium leather and other modern features to the EX-L model will cost around $30,000. For top-notch luxury and features, the most-equipped CR-V model is the Touring edition which begins at over $32,000. All-wheel drive is optional on all trims of the 2017 CR-V, costing $1,300 extra.

If we compare the pricing of the new CR-V in the compact class segment, it costs slightly lower than its archrival - Toyota RAV4. However, Nissan Rogue and Ford Escape start slightly lower. Recommending the Honda CR-V over others is easy as the car has a high resale value. Since its inception, it held its value, and we expect this to continue even for this all-new model.

Standard Features

The least-expensive Honda CR-V LX has a decent standard features list including the single-zone automatic climate control, backup camera, 6-way manual adjust driver’s seat, cruise control, and a 4-speaker, 160-watt audio system with 5-inch color screen, and Bluetooth wireless connectivity. In the CR-V lineup, only the LX comes equipped with the carryover 2.4-liter engine. The EX model will be the best choice for most buyers. See the buying advice to know more.

Available Features and Options

Moving up the trim ladder will unlock major options. The EX-L adds leather seating, power tailgate, 4-way power-adjustable passenger seat, HomeLink universal garage door opener, auto-dimming rearview mirror, and 8-speaker audio system. Top-range Touring models add a hands-free tailgate, navigation (optional in EX-L), LED headlights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, roof rails, dual chrome exhaust outlets, and a 330-watt/9-speaker premium audio system. 

The 2017 Honda CR-V is well-suited to daily driving. It has a comfortable ride, adequate engine power, and excellent fuel economy. It isn't the most powerful or most agile in the class, but for drivers using it to commute or run errands, it performs capably. – Cars.USNews

Diversifying its engine choices, the 2017 Honda CR-V offers two fuel-efficient and peppy engine choices. The base CR-V LX model sports a standard 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine that generates 184 HP and 180lb-ft of torque, which is adequate for daily driving. The LX is priced at $24,045 for the 2WD and at $25,345 for the AWD. All other CR-V trims except the LX feature a stronger 1.5-liter turbocharged engine that puts out 190 HP. Both engines are mated to a continuously variable automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is available.

Both the competitors considered come with 2.4L 4-cylinder engines which are mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Honda CR-V never lags in acceleration, the base model goes from 0 to 60mph in 8.6 seconds which is really swift. Both engines on the 2017 CR-V are rated to tow up to 1,500 pounds when properly equipped.

Honda sure does deserve much applause for its attempt at taming four-cylinder engines as it delivers better than its competition, setting back the 2017 Ford Escape with its mere 168 hp. Close in competition is the 2017 Mazda CX-5, with a power output of 187hp and 185 lb-ft of torque. Despite the 2017 Mazda CX 5 spotting a more powerful engine, it is the Honda CRV that delivers in terms of performance, 0-60mph. However, the tables turn when it comes to the quarter-mile dash. Honda CR-V is placed in the second position just by a millisecond.

2017 Honda CR-V Ride, Handling, and Braking Performance

Honda updated the 2017 CR-V's suspension and steering which has further refined the handling and improved the riding comfort. After the 2017 redesign, the CR-V offers well-weighted steering, while handling the 2017 Honda CR-V has become easy and comforting. The updated steering is quick to respond even on small movements, making this SUV easy to maneuver in tight spaces. The smooth-shifting CVT automatic transmission is better than traditional CVTs and has a sports mode for added responsiveness.

We just mentioned the acceleration power of the Honda CR-V and its rivals. But we guess braking power is equally important as well. Excellent braking power is necessary for both city and highway driving conditions and despite having the smallest rotors in class, Honda delivers. Even when compared with its competition, that is the 2017 Ford Escape and the 2017 Mazda CX-5, it is the ride quality of the Honda CR-V that stands out.

A big round of applause here for Honda, as they have done an excellent job by maintaining the body weight balance with the braking capacity so well that CR-V goes from 0 to 60mph in just 8.6 seconds with a stopping range of 117 ft. apart from the fact that the disc brake size is least in the CR-V.

" Front-wheel-drive models get 30 mpg combined." - Edmunds

The 2017 Honda CR-V delivers class-leading mpg figures in the compact SUV segment. With the base engine, the new CR-V delivers 26 mpg in city driving conditions and 32 mpg on the highway. The available 1.5-liter engine, unlike other turbocharged engines, improves the fuel economy ratings up to 28 and 34 mpg. Adding an all-wheel configuration lowers the mileage by 1 mpg in the city and on the highway.

The 2017 Ford escape records the least mpg for its city Highway and combined reading. It delivers just 21 miles to a gallon in the city, 29 miles to a gallon on the highway, and 24 combined. The 2017 Mazda CX 5 is just sitting on the shadow of the Honda CRV, recording 24/ 31/ 27 in city, highway, and combined, respectively.

"The interior design improves practicality and offers a welcome dose of style versus last year's model. Owners will appreciate little tricks such as adjusting the opening height for the rear hatch for tight garages and venting all four windows on hot days by holding the unlock button." - edmunds

The 2017 Honda CR-V’ is a 2-row, 5-passenger compact SUV  with a spacious interior. This all-new fifth-generation Honda CR-V has grown larger in terms of interior and exterior dimensions than the outgoing model. At a price point that ranges between $24,045-$33,795, this redesigned interior of the Honda CRV comes with plush materials and up-market features such as faux-wood accents, chromed plastic, and brushed-satin finishes in the Touring trim. A noteworthy aspect of the cabin is the black dashboard uses soft plastics with wooden inserts making the new CR-V look luxurious. Front seats are extremely comfortable and supportive available with 12 ways of power adjustability. The rear seats are equally comfortable and have plenty of leg space and headroom is pretty adequate

The cabin is attractive and functional, featuring a versatile center console, and an excellent driving position. The Honda has a class-leading cargo volume and luggage space. The CR-V offers 39.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seatback upright. With the rear seats folded, that expands to a class-leading 75.8 cubic feet. The 60/40-split rear seats fold with a simple pull of a lever and folds flat for efficient use of the cargo area.

The base LX trim comes with automatic climate control, a 5-inch infotainment screen, Bluetooth, a USB port, and a four-speaker stereo. Available features include a 7-inch touch screen featuring Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, satellite radio, navigation, and voice recognition. The leather-wrapped steering wheel is very comfortable to hold and has a touch-sensitive volume control option. The center console offers plenty of storage spaces the central armrest can be moved forward and backward as per driving comfort. Two USB charging sockets are also provided in the back.

With a significant margin, the Ford Escape 2017 model year is left in second place for its cargo space offering. The margin between the Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5 is off 10 cubic feet which is hands-down massive. Even in terms of overall cargo space offering the Honda CR-V has of winning margin of 8 cubic feet over the Ford Escape and 16 cubic feet over Mazda.

"The Honda CR-V's exterior is a little quirky, but it gets points for a terrific interior". - The Car Connection

The all-new Honda CR-V builds on its subtle design, into a more domesticated beast. The latest version of the Honda CR-V marks the start of the fifth-generation model with a bold stance complemented by its chrome front grille and headlamps fitted with DRLs. The side profiles remain the same but the rear and have something more to offer. The 2017 CR-V is slightly longer, wider, and taller than the outgoing version.  The length of the 2017 CR-V is approximately 15 feet while its curb weight ranges from 3,307 pounds to 3,512 pounds for the AWD Touring trim. Honda brings good news for off-road enthusiats as well as the ground clearance has also increased, from 6.3 inches for front-wheel-drive (FWD) models and 6.7 inches for all-wheel-drive (AWD) versions to 7.8 and 8.2 inches, respectively. 

The new L-shaped LED tail lamps, which are well synchronized with the body shape are part of the surprise it offers. Shark fin antennas fitted on the rear side of the roof are another awe-striking aspect. Dimensionally, the CR-V is almost 200lbs. lighter but an inch wider and longer than most of its rivals.

New Honda CR-V comes with a bold outlook and new features, some of which are mentioned below:

• Bold front grille with chrome finishing
• LED headlamps with DRLs as standard across all versions
• Bulges on both sides of the hood
• 16-inch dual-tone alloy wheels
• Shark fin antenna
• L shaped Complete LED tail lamps
• One-touch boot opening system
• Fingerprint sensors to unlock the driver side door

"The 2017 Honda CR-V has one of the highest safety ratings in the compact SUV class." - Cars.USnews

The 2017 Honda CR-V is one of the safest cars in the compact SUV segment, thanks to its highest safety ratings in all crash-test categories. The new 2017 CR-V bags the Top Safety Pick from IIHS along with the highest safety rating of "Good" in all the crashworthiness aspects. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the CR-V five out of five stars in its overall, frontal, and side crash tests. However, it received four stars in the rollover crash test.

An upgraded rearview camera comes standard in the base 2017 CR-V. The safety offering of the 2017 Honda CR-V is a small upgrade from its previous model year, with the addition of the Honda Sensing suite which adds advanced safety features such as an upgraded rearview camera, lane keeps assist, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control. Major highlights include:

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) for better stability at high speeds and side corners
• ABS And Driveline Traction Control for effective braking
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
• Side Impact Beams to protect passengers from side impacts
• Rear Child Safety Locks
• Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
• Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags

2017 Honda CR-V vs 2017 Ford Escape

The 2017 Ford Escape is a beautiful well-built, bold, and comprehensively feature-loaded option in the compact SUV segment. However, it lacks in terms of performance fuel efficiency, and power generation. Also, the Escape is significantly more expensive than CR-V.

2017 Honda CR-V vs 2017 Mazda CX-5

The Mazda CX-5 is a good choice if you seek great drive quality from a compact SUV. Upfront it delivers more power when compared to the CR-V but in terms of performance, it falls behind. The CR-V outperforms it even in terms of gas mileage. The CX-5 does lack cabin space when compared to the CR-V and your choice solely depends on your personal preference.

The 2017 Honda CR-V is an all-new model with more space, features, and value for small SUV buyers. You can check out the used 2017 CR-V which offers better styling inside-out and better mpg ratings than before. Further, Honda has built and maintained a fine repute in this segment as it has been delivering customer satisfaction all along. The 2017 model year once again offers that perfect car for all your needs, practical and economical yet performance-oriented too. All of this is offered at a fine price range of $24,045-$33,795.