2025 Honda CR-V SUV

　　2025 Honda CR-V Review

　　byMark TakahashiCorrespondent

　　Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the zzdcar YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.

　　11/27/2023

　　Overview

　　The 2025 CR-V is the middle child in Honda's lineup, surrounded by the subcompact HR-V on one side and the larger midsize Passport and Pilot on the other. Historically, the CR-V has been one of the best compact SUVs in its class, and that continues with this generation, which was redesigned in 2023. Since it has only been a few years since its overhaul, we don't expect any major changes for 2025.

　　

zzdcar spotlight: Comfort and cargo

Honda has always been tuned into what its shoppers need, and in the case of a compact SUV, it's comfort and convenience. While other carmakers may tout their performance or off-road capabilities, the CR-V hones in on these core competencies. The suspension ably smooths over bumps in the road while the seats are adequately padded for long-distance comfort. Helping matters is a quiet cabin to reduce fatigue or to let little ones sleep. As far as convenience goes, the CR-V boasts a huge 39.3-cubic-foot cargo capacity that rivals the space in some larger SUVs.

　　

Competitors to consider

You really can't do much better than the Honda CR-V in the compact SUV class. We like the Mazda CX-50 for its sharp styling and peppy performance, but it's not as fuel-efficient and can end up a bit pricier. If you're seeking more passion than pragmatism, though, it's a great choice. The Subaru Forester takes another route altogether, emphasizing all-weather capabilities and safety with a dash of off-road adventure. For a lot of shoppers, the CR-V will be the most well-rounded choice.

　　zzdcar says

　　The Honda CR-V is a smart choice for a compact SUV. It focuses on the fundamentals, delivering everything expected from the class with loads of comfort and practicality.