ENGINEER EXPLAINS 7 REASONS WHY THIS IS THE BEST COMPACT HYBRID SUV: 2023 HONDA CR-V HYBRID

Nice review. We own a 2023 CR-V hybrid, touring trim level and are very happy with the vehicle. While we don't have young children anymore, we did try installing a child car seat and it fits perfectly with the connections provided in the backseat. Gas mileage has declined in the winter months (cold) but had been running just shy of 40 mpg during the warmer months. Thanks for all of your insights.

Is this AWD?

Can you point out how tinny the doors sound on Toyota when you close the doors or glass the hood actually shakes when you're driving on to toyotas.

I just got one as a rental car because my 2023 Volvo is already in the shop. I was so impressed how comfortable and quiet it was. I don't like the black wheels and I wish there was another option. The car feels so much softer and comfortable than the RAV 4.

Comprehensive, succinct and clear. Great review. Thanks.

Excellent video, I'm in the market for a hybrid suv and I'm definitely going to check out the Honda now. Thanks 🙂

Great review. Thank you

Awesome review-thank you! I just purchased a 2024 Honda CR-V EX, and so many things you mentioned about the exacting fit, finish, and functionality in the Honda Hybrid apply as well to my new vehicle. I upgraded from a 2018 Honda CR-V, and it seemed like Honda has continued to upgrade safety features in its CR-V models...

The CRV Hydrid is definitely on our list. I do wish the top model, given the price point, would have power folding mirrors, and ventilated front seats.

Always love your videos. Great content. My only negative on the CRV is that when the rear seats are folded down they are higher than the rear floor making for an uneven load “floor”.

I cant wait to see the new Rav4 design! 😍

We picked up a rav4 hybrid xle premium in 2022 and although i love it a part of me would prefer to take the crv hybrid over it. For one, i have two kids and getting the kids in and out is a pain bc the doors dont open to a 90 degree angle. 2nd is the wind noise at highway speed. 3rd paint job sucks. My older rav4 paint job is done better. 4th hood moves at high speed. 5th issues with window trapping rains in the door...

Then why are the crvs rear glass exploding? Honda refuses to warranty and now there's a class action lawsuit

I have a 2016 crv EXL touring, i bought used with 30K miles. I now have 71k mikes, have not had any issues with it. Just basic maintenance. Have to wonder if that would be the same with hybrid and because the hybrid is expensive, i am thinking that in order to get the most of the car due to current pricing, i would have to be driving a high amount of miles in order to justify added cost if buying a hybrid.

Here is my issue, Honda has a very good resale value. Most people drive the car at least 10 years or more. However, hybrid adds another peril in the maintenance of the car. I would think replacing battery is going to be expensive and not many people are willing to do it unless you go to dealer which will leave u broke.

Looks like a budget XC90. Love the design

Honda hybrids has been traditionally very unreliable. Remember the Accord Hybrids? They fail within 5 years.

I can talk about Australian Market where CRV Hybrid is just released.
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid includes these feature below which Honda missed on:
1) Toyota: Space Saver Tyre || Honda: Tyre repair Kit
2) Toyota: Heated and Ventilated seats (front) and Heated outboard seats back. || Honda: Only Heated front seats
3) Toyota: Good Dealer Network and Reputation || Honda: OK
4) Toyota: Port and Direct Injection 2.5 Litre Engine || Honda: Direct Injection (carbon build up)
5) Toyota: 10 Years warranty on Battery Pack || Honda: 8 years
6) Toyota: 360 view camera (although poor quality) || Honda: Missing 360 view camera
7) Toyota: Digital Rear View Mirror || Honda: Auto Dimming
8) Toyota: All Wheel Drive || Honda : Only Front Wheel Drive

This is a press car, so the gap measurements are likely based on a cherry-picked car.

Is the interior or handling better than a 2023 CX-5 turbo?

Hilarious he knows many of the Engineers since they offered him a job.

David, thanks for sharing your experience and a comprehensive one. Meticulous indeed,🙏 Spot-on, looks like this CRV hybrid is a winner👍for now

Nope. 2023 RAV4 Hybrid will outlast 2023 CR-V,

because the CR-V is Direct Injected only, without the extra port injector that the RAV4 has.

The CR-V's resale value will be very bad, just like the resale value of all Honda 1.5T Direct Injection vehicles:

Nobody's going to want to touch them.

I don't understand why Honda didn't learn from other (mostly European) car manufacturers' mistake regarding Direct Injection.

A good review, a bit of an ''ad like feel' to it though. As you admit, several times, the RAV 4 is as good or perhaps better than the Honda. So other than body panel tolerances and paint thickness and a 'unique hybrid system, though not necessarily better, I do not see how this Honda is better than the RAV 4. And the price- yikes- several thousands more than RAV 4.

You may be the most analytical car reviewer on you tube, to your credit. This may be our next vehicle. Thank you.

10th the cr v plug in , is not possible buy the AWD model , toyota yes

9th the AWD is still with the mechanic shaft , in 2023 toyota has a dedicate ev motor fot this kind of job

8th reason , the horse power are not enough..i,ve try it , but Rav 4 remain still the best

Wow. This guy must have a lot of money 😂 How many cars does he have? 😅

Come on, a CVT SUV, problem with gaz/oil, problem with the heater 🥶🥶🥶, hight price for nothing...not on the 5 best SUV magazine. In Canada (Québec) 8.9 % interet rate for 7 years.

Great review! Can I get a Canadian made CRV in the USA? I have a US made 2019 Honda Insight and it has horrible uneven panel gaps all over.

Bought one and absolutely love it!!!!!!

Thanks!

Would be nice to know battery chemistry of both?

Does the wireless charging pad charge without having to remove the phone case?

Honda's hybrid system definitely has the advantage of the rear being mechanically connected to the engine and not driven solely by a rear motor. What frustrates me about Honda and Toyota with their CRV & Rav4 is the ever growing footprint. I had a smaller and nimbler 2003 CRV and loved it but that would be considered a subcompact these days. Heck, even the "subcompact" HRV is bigger - with less cargo space - than my old CRV!

Thanks for the sharing. Could you test and comment on Kia Sportage hev and Hyundai Tucson hev too? I am very interesting in the turbo engine + electronic + 6 at combination. THANKS IN ADVANCE 😊

I love that you can test paint thickness!! Thanks!

I need to hear about handling in snow! Ground clearance.

Would be great if they offered features of UK PHEV version to US market...would have much higher sales 😊

Why would this guy come on and sell this CR-V and I guess he works for toyota..lol..lol..😂😂😂

But I did like the way he let the public know how cheap Toyota is and the way way over priced SUV and TRUCKS are with the TOYOTA brand name compare to AMERICAN MADE SUV AND TRUCKS!!😊😊😊😊

Did this guy ever say were he is a engineer at!!!😂😂😂

This new CRV self charging hybrid looks absolutely great. I really like the so called honeycomb feature as it looks really great on this vehicle. The tyres on this CRV look reasonable as they have enough rubber that should give a comfortable ride. It just has a great shape.

Review the Kia Sportage Hybrid

Sir, your actions speak louder words. The fact that you currently own Toyota Rav 4 and Rav 4 prime says it all. Enough said.

Trouble free??? How about oil dilution problems with 2018's?? Also, no heat in the cold winters, because of the turbo engine...I hope this doesn't happen in the new ones.

Great review and assessment of the CR-V. If the point of any hybrid system is to achieve superior fuel economy, then based on stated and various car test results, the Toyota parallel system is the more fuel-efficient, economical system. I think that fact was somewhat brushed aside with all the Honda love in the comments. It's clear that many people that have had experience with both the RAV4 and this new CR-V prefer the overall experience in the Honda, but the RAV4 does have better (or even the best in the segment) fuel economy. Just saying.

It’s a great car! Love the crv hybrid

Similar to David, I’m an Industrial and Process Engineer. As such, there’s several oversights that so wish David would address, such as lack of fog lights, no spare tire, inadequate side mirrors, and other problems mentioned here. I feel this review was almost more emotional than technical and mostly based on the brand, the fit of the panels, paint and how the hybrid system works.