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2016 Honda CR-V

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$23,845

starting MSRP

Key specs

Base trim shown

SUV

Body style

29

Combined MPG

5

Seating capacity

179.4” x 64.7”

Dimensions

Front-wheel drive

Drivetrain

Overview

(390 reviews)

The good:

  • Ride quality
  • Front-seat comfort
  • Gas mileage
  • Cargo versatility
  • Responsive brakes

The bad:

  • Unremarkable handling
  • Unintuitive multimedia system (EX and up)
  • Center console is bulkier but smaller
  • Unsupportive rear seats
  • Towing capacity

6 trims

Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price

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Our 2016 Honda CR-V trim comparison will help you decide.

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Notable features

  • New Special Edition trim level
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Backup camera standard
  • Seats five
  • Forward collision warning with automatic braking available

2016 Honda CR-V review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2016 Honda CR-V?

The 2016 Honda CR-V is a compact SUV with seating for five. It competes with the Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape, Nissan Rogue and Mazda CX-5. Trim levels include the LX, SE, EX, EX-L and Touring. Each trim is offered with front- or all-wheel drive.

What's New on the 2016 Honda CR-V?

The most notable addition for 2016 is a brand-new Special Edition trim, the SE, which features 17-inch alloy wheels, a security system and rear privacy glass.

How Does the Honda CR-V Compare to Other Compact SUVs?

With middle-of-the-road pricing, respectable driving dynamics and impressive fuel economy, the CR-V deserves to remain one of the top-selling vehicles in the segment.

What Features in the 2016 Honda CR-V Are Most Important?

The Honda CR-V is powered by a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 185 horsepower and is mated to a continuously variable automatic transmission. Significant standard features include a backup camera, cruise control, air conditioning, Bluetooth connectivity, a 60/40-split folding backseat and a tilt/telescoping steering wheel. As is required in all new cars, the CR-V also features front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system.

Significant available features include forward collision warning with automatic braking, adaptive cruise control, all-wheel drive, push-button start, a navigation system, leather upholstery, heated front seats and a power driver's seat.

Should I Buy the 2016 Honda CR-V?

Its remarkable ride quality, fuel efficiency and front-seat comfort make this an attractive option in the compact SUV class, despite a bulky center console and unintuitive optional multimedia system.

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Consumer reviews

(390 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.7
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Most recent consumer reviews

It's unsafe their are 3 recall and I didn't get notified

It's unsafe their are 3 recall and I didn't get notified until I called the service shop on a problem that had accused with the car it has been sitting for a while I was scared to drive it so what do I do about a car now plus they said that there is a recall on the rear frame as well

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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My car CRV 2016 have a problems with Aircondition already

My car CRV 2016 have a problems with Aircondition already I am still waiting for the result of mechanic how much will cost to fix it . I compare my old Toyota Sienna 2005 and I have a lot of mileage on it and still working and blowing cold🥶🥶🥶🥶 and I seen the problems in the internet regarding this car CRV 2016 have the same problems it should have a recall and the company fix this problems..

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Does not recommend this car
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Don’t buy Honda’s

2016 Honda CRV EX currently 43217 miles. Bought car new at 23.000 miles in June of 2020 water pump failed, dealer won’t replace out of warranty. At twenty five thousand miles valve cover gasket oil leak. At twenty eight thousand miles spark plug failure. At thirty thousand miles push start button and starter fail. Currently at43,217 miles bad throttle body and maf sensor failure. I have a 2005 accord with 250.000 miles original no problem. Will not buy another honda.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Safety

Based on the 2016 Honda CR-V base trim.
Combined side rating front seat
5
Combined side rating rear seat
5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5
Overall rating
5
Overall side crash rating
5
Risk of rollover
17.4%
Rollover rating
4
Side barrier rating
5
Side barrier rating driver
5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5

Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by Honda True Certified+
New car program benefits
Bumper-to-bumper
36 months/36,000 miles
Corrosion
60 months/unlimited distance
Powertrain
60 months/60,000 miles
Roadside assistance
36 months/36,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Maximum age/mileage
Less than 12 months or 12,000 miles from their original in-service date.
Basic warranty terms
4 years/48,000 if vehicle purchased within warranty period 1 year 12,000 miles if vehicle purchased after warranty period expired
Powertrain
7 years/100,000 miles
Dealer certification required
182-point inspection
Roadside assistance
Yes
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