The 15 Best Hondas Of All Time

Honda first debuted its compact CR-V SUV in 1997 to mediocre reviews overall. A lack of power compared to others in the same class was the source of criticism from both consumers and auto experts alike, though it did get great reviews for safety and fuel economy (per Cars).

In 1999, the CR-V was released with an engine with improved horsepower, and the option of all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive. Built on the Civic platform, the CR-V used this trusted base and became the first true sport utility vehicle for the automaker.

Over the years, this model year has shown tremendous reliability, with many consumers reporting well over 200k miles and going on the original engine (via Edmunds). The popularity of the first and second generations of this model propelled it into what it is today, consistently earning an overall rating of #1 or #2 for affordable compact SUVs (via U.S. News and World Report).

The onboard features for this model were consistent with the model year, with a great audio system complete with a CD player, power windows and locks, power-adjustable exterior mirrors, and other technologies that made this ride pleasant as well as safe.

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14/02/2023
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