Honda CRV is big for its size but can you squeeze seven people in there. Honda updated their popular CRV range mid-year with a refreshed styling, more equipment and safety as well as smart phone connectivity as standard
I drove the VTi – L7 seat version and came to the conclusion that as a five seat SUV the CRV is excellent, but as a seven seat version its compromised.
The L7 version is well equipped with leather-appointed seat trim, heated front seats and 8-way power adjustment for the driver’s seat. It also has hands-free power tailgate and wireless charging, LED headlights and fog lights as well as privacy glass.
The CRV drives nicely, is smooth and has reasonable handling. It’s cavernous for five people with plenty of room for them. The last two people need to be very young to fit comfortably.
I struggle to understand why buyers want seven seats in this size vehicle, seriously if you need more seats buy something bigger.
Priced from $43,490 plus the usual costs, the CRV is an excellent vehicle that is better as a five seater
Im Rob Fraser
What’s good:-
- Internal room (for five)
- Ride and quietness
- Comfort and features
What’s not so good:-
- Rear two seats very squashed
- Missing some safety features
- Lacking a few features for the price
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Model: Honda CRV VTi L7
- Model Price $43,490 MLP*
- Engine 1. 5L 4 Cyl Turbo Petrol
- Drivetrain CVT FWD
- Power 140kW @ 5,600rpm
- Torque 240Nm @ 2,000rpm
- Safety Five Star ANCAP
- CO2 166g/km
- Economy ADR 7.3 L/100 km
- Servicing TBA Price 12mths/10,000km
- Tow Rating 1,000 kg
- Tow Ball Rating 100 kg
- Warranty 5 Yrs. / Unlimited km with Roadside Assist
*MLP – Manufacturers List Price includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of any options.
Overall Rating: 77/100
- Behind the Wheel 8
- Comfort 9
- Equipment 8
- Performance 8
- Ride & Handling 8
- Practicality 9
- Fit for Purpose 7
- Towing Ability 5
- Off Road Ability 6
- Value for Money 8
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