"[2] The CR-Z combines a hybrid gasoline-electric powertrain with traditional sports car[3] elements, including a 2+2 seating arrangement[4] (excluding North American models where the backseat is removed)[5] and a standard 6-speed manual transmission. I just had an 18" snow and was housebound for a week. everyones enthusiasm. Wow. Gilbert Smith is a New Mexico-based automotive journalist who enjoys writing about cars, trucks, and SUVs. Yes, it's a really nice car. Using your CR-Z for sports causes the ultimate strain on your brake pads. Engines, transmissions, drive systems, body protection, etc. By the way, Tony, welcome to the CR-Z fan club, haha. It has been cold here (Midwest) but today was not one of the colder days (20 degrees F). Could it possibly be that the heat you Mark, I feel the same way. Well, these cars are still on the road and are still worth some money. Now, I pray as I dart my eyes to my side mirrors and rear view that it had loud sounds for highway driving (or I don't plan on selling the car anytime soon. of the hospital. We made your Honda the superior vehicle it is today and we want to ensure it remains that way - whether it's taken you 10,000 miles or 100,000 miles. Still, I'd never, never, ever, ever trade it. Last year alone, the CR-V accounted for nearly 60% of the brand's SUV sales. Anyone notice this? That is the only 'con' I ever found with this car and can't believe more people haven't bought it, loved it, and sworn by it. This number can go beyond 50,000 miles depending on your braking habit. I knew right then the battery was dead. Dmitry has been an editor and author at Cararac.com since 2015. But unfortunately, in most cases, the new CR-V will not be able to drive as much as the old one. As I pulled up, the nurse opened the passenger Later on, he fused his passion for the automotive industry with his love for languages and literature and began writing blog posts, articles, and features about cars in 2019. Did you find wrong information or was something missing? It is backed up by an IMA hybrid system that develops 20 HP (15kW) and 78 Nm (58lb-ft) of torque. Older Honda owners can still go by the old advice of changing your oil every 3,000-5,000 miles. If you have a newer car, then the old advice of every 3,000 miles is not accurate. 2016 Honda Accord Coupe V6 Automatic. On to the battery, or should say batteries. CR-Z models have received an average rating for side crash safety, an excellent (5 out of 5 stars) rating for rollover, and a 4 out of 5 star rating for frontal crash safety for 2012 and newer model. Honda CR-Vs can last for a very long time - some Honda CR-V models have reached the 300,000 mile mark. The second generation of Honda CR-V (2002-2007). Honda oil is not synthetic. This car has been extremely reliable! I saw bunches without the velcro, but the velcro is the quicker than Econ and the pack itself actually cycles SERVICES OFFERED AT BERLIN CITY HONDA OF PORTLAND. I can't find the post for the life of me. wondering if I should have any concerns on the gave my little car a pat on its hiney and said, "It'll be ok". Honda's longevity is not just a myth - we know a lot of Hondas that are ready to compete with the most durable cars in terms of longevity. A key aspect of increasing the longevity of a CR-V is to follow Hondas suggested service routine. We all know Hondas and Toyotas to be long-lasting vehicles. If they're maintained properly, popular models such as Honda Accords and Honda Civics can last between 200,000 to 300,000 miles. upwards and rested each end on a 1-inch washer. Again, this puts the CR-Z at an advantage with its extra 50,000 miles. Thanks to these tweaks, the hybrid is rumored to have 178hp (133kW / 180 PS) instead of the concept's 197hp (147kW / 200 PS). Standing and cheering for you! The car is powered by a 1.5-liter engine which has been equipped with a supercharger and a revised ECU. Once something of these units fails, the vehicle is dead because repairing it usually isn't worth it. batteries? The rust protection is still good or average. So it's been my commuter and I love this little thing. day. garage which has been doing our cars for twelve years without incident. However, its okay to replace them when they get to the 50,000 mile mark. Twice! So there's your answer from me and hope it helped you. You gave a ton of good info about your stick shift and the other things you did to customize been so much fun to drive! 30,00, 60,000, 90,000, and 120,000 miles: Lubricate propeller shaft and wheel bearings, replace differential oil, service the battery and clean the cables. Or did you mean the hybrid [18] The car was also featured in the music video for the Jason Derulo song Ridin' Solo. If you have standard all-weather tires, you'll want to replace them every three to four years. Z the moment I could and to this day wouldn't trade it for the moon, everything else the seats show wear. The 2013 CR-Z delivers a combined peak output of 130hp (97kW; 132PS) at 6,000 rpm and 140 pound-feet of torque (127 pound-feet on CVT-equipped models), a gain of eight horsepower and 12 pound-feet of torque (4 pound-feet on CVT equipped models). The small starter battery under the bonnet (hood to the USA! I drove my Honda until it had almost 300,000 miles. I realm love the style of I just had the trans serviced, new struts/shocks all the way around, fresh plugs and This thread has So, senseiosda, post a pic or 2 one of these days so that I can ooooo and ahhhh over it. How can we ensure we exceed that 150k? With up to 34 mpg highway* and a 14-gallon fuel tank, you can get well over 350 miles and maybe even around 400 miles, but this will vary depending on several factors. How many miles will the new Honda CR-V last? This is higher than the $430 it costs to maintain a CR-Z for the same period. The CR-V is Honda's best-selling model in the United States and is one of the most popular SUVs on the market. 2nd best Also, watch your vehicle to see any rust and try to prevent any body damages. Honda CRZ was launched in Sri Lanka the same time it was launched in Japan. These are the number of recalls for each model year below: The 2016 model further does well, as it has no recalls. To GuruR7P4: Amazing to drive, isn't it? I did read one review They would malfunction when I needed them the most (during rain and snow storms). I had to laugh when you said, "I don't mind. gone was short for weeks prior. To Looney_Luna: YAYYYY, I'm cheering you! cool interior. It's now 5 yrs old and I still get asked about it everywhere I Thats a pretty affordable rate for a regular car, talk more of a sports car. How Many Miles Can You Expect from a Honda CR-V? 1,516 Great Deals out of 22,718 listings starting at, 1,332 Great Deals out of 23,445 listings starting at, 163 Great Deals out of 2,246 listings starting at, 1,313 Great Deals out of 25,137 listings starting at, 194 Great Deals out of 2,509 listings starting at, 771 Great Deals out of 15,752 listings starting at, 59 Great Deals out of 925 listings starting at, 518 Great Deals out of 7,989 listings starting at, 1,482 Great Deals out of 20,652 listings starting at, 20 Great Deals out of 250 listings starting at, 1,571 Great Deals out of 24,803 listings starting at. the rear view is a pain although I've gotten used to it, but with However, if 40 miles away, that's almost 14 miles too far. This mainly comes down to the transmission. regularly and not left sitting repeatedly for long Plus there will be less money involved in repair or common service. We should form a club, haha. From collecting miniature replicas to drawing his favorite cars, Hamed's obsession with anything with four wheels kicked off early in his life. After 40,000 miles it starts lowering and you need to replace the coils or do something else to level the vehicle. *update* I took my 2013 into the dealership and was diagnosed as a faulty "power inverter". However, we recommend you get your Honda CR-V serviced regularly at an Honda dealer or specialist auto shop to make sure that it stays in top shape. But in the case of the Honda CR-V, it can last for more than 300000 miles. invention. Other car models usually record such numbers for a single model year. So many questions that we've decided to make a list and split the first part of our article to different generations of the CR-V. We will talk more about the new CR-V and its longevity because we also have to differentiate between different equipment in this car. Now my little dream of a car is 6 years old and running as perfectly as the day I drove it My insight original battery failed at about 150k, Honda out in a refurb, it lasted 6 months, they put in another on warranty, it failed a year or so later, I got a bumblebee battery, it failed after 2 years. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. so They work fine for me, thank goodness, but I know that split window was a There are hundreds of tips out there that you can put into practice. I do not like how the rims on the car have rusted easily. In terms of getting great value, total mileage is the most important thing. Besides, production for the CR-Z halted in 2016. How do I do that? I would highly If the battery is more than 30 percent charged and the CR-Z is traveling over 18mph, the driver can press the "S+" button on the steering wheel to deliver increased acceleration for up to five seconds. This is because cars in the rust belt are more prone to corrosion, irrespective of their build. Worst mpg was when I The car, first shown to the public at 2010 SEMA Show, is fully stripped down with lowered suspension. sperabo3 (aka Alex) back again. for any battery; instead, it died because I'd clicked the overhead light on by mistake and Depending on how often you hit the road, this may take you between 15 and 20 years to accomplish. I haven't talked to The fifth generation of Honda CR-V (2017-now). Hello AAA to If maintained properly, the Honda CR-V is a dependable compact SUV that can easily last you 250,000 to 300,000 miles, which is equal to 17 to 20-plus years of use. A million thanks for that! Tuner Spoon Inc. created a version of the car that was 135 kg lighter.[65]. The 2011 Honda CR-Z has a highway gas mileage of 37 miles per gallon (6.4 liters per 100 km). But we also found some special recommendations you may miss: This will prevent any damage to the most expensive units of your vehicle. We expect the last to be the best. this hybrid. hesitant about hit me, the IMA battery. This is a major problem because fuel injection fails at 120,000 miles and requires an expensive repair. What great info about the charging in Sport mode! The new EX-L trim starts at $24,440 with a manual transmission, and $25,090 with a CVT. I don't know where you are, but snow is a concern. Several 2017 CR-V owners have also mentioned oil dilution problems that can cost around $300 to fix. [10][27] The 2011 CR-Z was offered in three trim levels: base, EX, and EX with Navigation. out of the showroom. Recall that the CR-Z costs only $430 to maintain per year. ride. The model with CVT transmission has a rating of 35 miles per US gallon (6.7L/100km; 42mpgimp) for city driving cycle and 39 miles per US gallon (6.0L/100km; 47mpgimp) for highway. What would cause a Honda CR-V not to start? You can get away with a few hundred miles past the recommended date, but putting a thousand miles on it is going to do some damage. condition. Like this content? mode. Check all your fluid levels about once a month, or whenever you already have the hood open. [30], Sales of the CR-Z began in Japan on August 24, 2010 at a starting price of 2.3 million (~US$25,340) before any government subsidies. deliberately (in the Civic too) so that, at night with a car trailing you, I know I've gotten used to that Long story short, for my driving (lifetime average of 34.3mpg), the fuel light comes on with about 3.5 gallons in the tank, and the range says 0 when you're down to about 1-1.5 gallons. Serj22 Registered Joined Jun 28, 2008 The ratings are based on performance, safety, interior, ownership costs and reliability. sperabo3 (aka Alex in UK) back once again. This means the mechanic will hardly give you heart-troubling quotes even when problems occur. Some parts will start covering with rust and you will not be able to do anything. window. I have zero complaints about my CR-V. Ita reliable and comfortable.