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CR-V Estate

Honda CR-V 2.0 i-MMD Hybrid SE 5dr eCVT Review

Category: Large SUV

Section: Version review

Fuel type:
hybrid
Gearbox:
auto
Doors:
5 doors
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Review

The model

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Ignore the seven-seat version, because there are much better seven-seat large SUVs like the Kia Sorento. However, in fie-seat form and with the hybrid engine the Honda CR-V is a very recommendable car. It's really economical, very roomy for passengers and luggage, comfortable and decent to drive. Reliability is also a strong point, but make sure you get a good discount to bring the price down.

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The trim

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We recommend you spend a bit more for this SE trim, which adds a 7.0in infotainment screen, Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto, nine speakers, front and rear parking sensors, a rear-view camera, sat-nav, four USB sockets, dual-zone climate control, 18in alloy wheels, privacy glass, auto wipers, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror and a leather-trimmed steering wheel. 

The engine

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The 2.0 i-MMD Hybrid is the pick of the range. It's really lively, with instant reactions when you put your foot down from its standard CVT automatic gearbox and plenty of poke to get you up to 70mph without any drama. It clocked 0-60mph in 8.0sec when we tested it, which on the day just shaded the Kia Sorento Hybrid and trounced the Land Rover Discovery Sport P200. The CVT gearbox is smooth but sends the engine revs soaring at times, but when the CR-V is running in town in electric mode it's quiet. Can only tow 750kg, though.

Key information

Doors5
Seats5
0-62 MPH9.2 seconds
Fuel TypePetrol/Electric Hybrid
GearboxAUTO
MPGOfficial overall fuel economy figure

38.7

Boot CapacityHow much space is there?

497

litres

EmissionsOfficial emissions rating

161

g/km

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