2001 - 2006 Honda CR-Vs

varmit · February 2001

Corynat - I've seen several different figures, but all have been between 900 and 1,000 lbs.

Pamo - I had a similar situation with an Acura salesman. The same dealer who sold me the CR-V wouldn't budge on a TL. The place we bought from beat their offer by $500. So much for the value of repeat customers. I've been waiting to see that salesman face to face, but faxing the contract sounds interesting. ;-)

markhubert · February 2001

I'm considering a CR-V. I also would like a vehicle with a Sunroof. Anybody have an experience they can share?

markhubert · February 2001

Any tips?

vegas5 · February 2001

Hi everyone, I am considering a 2001 or 2002 CRV. Does Honda make a tow-package for this vehicle? I have read the capacity to be 1000 pds. I only need to tow a personal watercraft. Does anyone have a tow hitch (Honda or aftermarket)? I am a loyal 4Runner fan, but want better MPG and price. Been very happy with Toyotas but willing to take my chances with Honda also!

melfan · February 2001

I'm interested in exactly what changes you made, gkoff, for road noise reduction gkoff Feb 3, 2001 8:55am . What exactly did you have to disassemble, and what did you insert to improve the noise level? Is this material available (at an auto parts store) for this purpose, or something you concocted?

carguy62 · February 2001

I would suggest O'Hare Honda in Des Plaines. They have a huge inventory and I would bet you could get the CR-V at invoice if not below.

ichavez7 · February 2001

I have received an offer from CarsDirect.com for a 2001 CRV Front Wheel Drive LX for a final price including destination, taxes, tag and title (everything) for 19,177.46. Do you think it is a good price? Has anybody used CarsDirect.com before?

corynat · February 2001

markhubert - I have a 2000 ES with a sunroof. Love it. The only thing I notice is you can get a wind suffering around 45-50 mph sometimes. If I crack a window it goes away and also tends to go away at high speeds. Don't get it all the time. The sunroof was installed by the dealer.

markhubert · February 2001

Anyone know of a resource for this information or an aftermarket deal?

beatfarmer · February 2001

Go over to www.Hondasuv.com and look under the Exterior menu for trailer hitches. There are reviews of different hitches and some towing stories.

deckboat1 · February 2001

pamo...called joe at wilde honda... got a price of 19,800 plus tax title....i live about 1 .5 hr away so he stated your deal was better to beat the local competition.....still beats the 20450 price i received down here... once again thanks

pamo · February 2001

Glad they worked with you. This internet stuff is amazing - did you tell Joe who sent you? He was a salesman who treated my daughter and me with respect - which doesn't always happen when two blondes walk into a car dealership.

Enjoy your new CR-V!

barbv1213 · February 2001

I have decided on a CRV instead of a Tribute. Love the trib; won't pay the extra for demand.
I have been quoted $19,600 on a 2001 EX with 5 speed transmission. Anybody care to comment?

I have been reading about aftermarket items.
Here is my question: do I have a choice to take or leave an alarm system on a car? I would like to save money and buy aftermarket items, but do you just tell the sales rep to remove the items that I can buy aftermarket?
Excuse me if this sounds stupid, it's been 12 years since I bought a new car.
Thanks for your help.
Barbv

vegas5 · February 2001

Does anyone know how the CRV AWD system works? Is it a 50/50 system or does it run 90/10 and adjust when wheels slip? How effective is it from those of you that have driven in bad weather?

canadiancl · February 2001

The CR-V does not come with an alarm system from the factory, only a keyless entry system. If there is an alarm on the one you're buying, then the dealer had installed it. If it is a genuine Honda alarm that he installed, then it would be very simple for him to take it off. It is basically just a control unit that plugs into some pre-wired jacks. The Honda alarm does cost a little more than an after-market system, but it does have its merits. First, it has a fair array of features, such as passive arming, auto re-arm, diagnostic, siren, audible beeps that you can disable, etc. Secondly, an after-market system would require splicing into the Honda electrical system which sometimes could cause problems. so if you can negotiate a good discount on the Honda alarm, I would go for it. A couple of hundred dollars more may not amount to that much if you amortize it over the life of the car.

canadiancl · February 2001

The CR-V is basically a front wheel drive until slippage is detected at the front wheels at which time up to 50% of the power may be transferred to the rear. There is a bit of a delay in the power transfer so in my opinion the system is most useful if you ever get stuck (stationary) in snow. When the car is in motion, I don't think the system reacts fast enough to be of much use. I think a full-time AWD system like the one on a Subaru is superior except for fuel economy.

sasquatch_2000 · February 2001

For what it is worth, my Civic also hauled 5 200# plus guys across Massachusetts with 3 big coolers full of beer and ice. That must come to 1200# right there. I would imagine the CRV to be a little better (due to firmer shocks and springs, and better tires).

varmit · February 2001

Canadiancl - I agree that the CR-V's RT4WD isn't as fast as 100% AWD systems like Soob's, but it isn't just for getting unstuck either. There have been many times where RT4WD has kept me moving straight or prevented me from getting stuck. It kicks in fast enough to prevent the CR-V from getting bogged in mud pits and kept me moving when traversing ice covered parking lots. Don't get me wrong, I'd rather it DID react faster, but it's never failed me.

beatfarmer · February 2001

RT4WD is not just for stuck situations. In fact, I tried to get stuck in deep snow (15+") and could not.

canadiancl · February 2001

In retrospect, I agree with you guys. I probably generalized the CR-V AWD too much. I guess what I was primarily thinking of is a situation where you hit a patch of ice or snow (as oppose to being on a continuous stretch of icy or snowy road). Then the RTAWD probably would not react quick enough to save your bacon.

varmit · February 2001

Ah, Canadians.... Always thinking about their bacon. :-)

You are forgiven! And yes, RT4WD will not save any of our pork products in the situations that you've described. Whether or not even a 50/50 split system will is also in question, but it does stand a better chance.

Back on the alarm topic. I got LoJack, which is a vehicle recovery system. It also came with an alarm that integrates with the keyless entry (only one keyfob necessary). The setup cost about $500 two years ago, but it has saved us at least that much on our insurance. Mileage will vary on insurance, of course.

Taking the 'V and goin' skiing. Have a good weekend folks.

barbv1213 · February 2001

Thanks for the information on the alarm system.
I am now wondering the same thing about the "extras" that Honda doesn't provide as standard, but are on the car or in the car when you see it for the first time. These are floor mats, cargo net, and other things.
What would you advise to "keep" and negotiate on, and what would you advise to get aftermarket.
I am test driving my 5 speed EX this afternoon.
Thanks for your help.
Barbv

canadiancl · February 2001

On the CR-V, items such as cargo net, cargo cover, mats are all extra that the dealer "slipped" in. My advice is know exactly which items are not standard. Tell the dealer you don't want those items and negotiate with the prices of those items deducted. At the end, if you're a hundred dollars or so apart, then ask the dealer to "throw in" some or all of those items. (Some you will want anyway, such as floor mats). What you should watch out for are items that the dealer had installed that cannot be taken off, notably paint protection packages, undercoating. To me, unless you live in extreme climate conditions, these items are simple big profit items for the dealers. Fortunately, with these items, you've got the dealer over a barrel because he cannot uninstall these items. Just firmly tell you don't want them and you are not going to pay for them. And if you have to, you'll go elsewhere. You'd be surprised how much of a discount you can get on those items if the dealer wants your business.

funshine · February 2001

Can anyone tell me what a good price is in central Florida for the Special Edition. Also from what I can determine the only difference between the SE and EX is the leather upholstery and leather steering wheel, and hard plastic cover for spare tire. Is there much difference in price between the two?

pamo · February 2001

I believe floor mats on the EX CR-V are included for 2001, and no longer an extra.

deckboat1 · February 2001

thanks to pamo for letting me know about wilde honda in milwaukee. picked up ex auto today at 19800. great price

miamicrv1 · February 2001

We picked up a white EX with A/T, passenger arm rest and mats for about $19.8K at Braman Honda. They took us through the hard sell on the SE but the plastic shell and leather didn't real appeal to us. Though I can't be sure what the net price would have been on the SE I'm guessing it would have been about $2K more. We love our EX and I'm glad to have $2000 extra in my pocket for other toys and adventures

barbv1213 · February 2001

I test drove a 2001 EX with five speed transmission. No alarm; started with $20,750
reduced to 20,170; with destination charge, door edge guards, mud guards on back, one pin stripe and wheel locks tossed in. The floor mats are in the car and not on the dealer installed options/charges.

Invoice according to edmunds is 18962; msrp is 20750.

Any thoughts?

santefelooker · February 2001

Hello,

I have been looking at various small SUVs, and people seem to like their CR-V's but every review I have read mentions excessive road noise on highways. I expect a little engine noise when accelerating in any 4 cylinder vehicle, but I am wondering how bad the noise is. Are we just hearing the typical complaints of auto reviewers (they all think 4 cylinders are not enough, that the back seat of every car is cramped, etc.) or is the CR-V really that loud? I hate to base a buying decision on a brief test drive and then later learn that the noise is unbearable. I see someone posted that he reduced the noise by adding some padding, but he never did respond to the other person who asked for more info (and I'm not the most handy of people, so I don't know if I could do it even if he had told us how). So, CR-V owners, is it REALLY noisy or just noisy in the sense that my '97 Cavalier is noisy? Thanks for you input.

gkoff · February 2001

I got the material from a manufacturer called Dynamat. Look them up on Internet. They specialize in car sound deadening materials. It was pretty easy to add mat under hood and under carpet. Door material has to be cut and stuck to inner door once panel is removed. That works good also. Helps a lot with radio quality also. Now I want to take it further and am looking for other ideas. Still a bit noiser than I like, but much better then before.

steveua · February 2001

gkoff - tell me more about sound deadening; how difficult is it to add to the hood and floor, and about what did it cost (materials price)? I know dynamat makes several diff types of material; what did you use exactly? Would just doing the and floor make a big enough difference, or should one do the doors too? Are the doors difficult or tricky to get off? Sorry for all the questions, but I'm really thinking about pursuing the same path, and I'm curious about the experience from someone who's already been through it...

thanks,
steveua

dfielding · February 2001

Santafelooker: Most of the CRV owners (including
myself) drive the CRV often on the highway and find the noise level fine. Mine is the 5 speed manual that revs about 300rpms higher on the highway than the automatic. You can carry on a comfortable conversation with others in the vehicle and the trip is a comfortable and pleasant experience. Try a test drive out on the highway and listen carefully, then try talking to a passenger, listening to the radio etc. You will probably be saying to yourself, "Ok, so what's the big deal?"

al63017 · February 2001

You are very perceptive. Yeah noisey as in your Cavalier is noisey. It really is not that big of a deal. You will probably never notice it unless you are trading in your Cadillac Escalade--whatever that is.

canadiancl · February 2001

I think road & engine noise is something that every potential buyer should check out before buying. While it is certainly true that noise is relative to what car you are comparing it to, I think generally speaking, the consensus is that the CR-V transmits more road and engine noise than average. In my case, when we bought the CR-V I was driving a '95 Maxima. So it was no surprise that I found the CR-V noisy. However, it was a surprise that my wife, who had been driving a '89 Accord which was almost 10 years old, found the CR-V noticeably noisier than the Accord.

varmit · February 2001

Just for comparison's sake: The CR-V is going to be louder than many cars in it's price range. A $20K sedan will be less noisey than a $20K CR-V. However, it is not significantly louder than many $15K cars and is more quiet than many trucks in the $25-30K range.

Personally, the noise is something that I can ignore, and therefore does not bother me. However, as soon as I get into my wife's Acura, I realize just how loud the CR-V is. Take CanadianCl's advice and test drive extensively.

I'm back from a weekend ski trip. My CR-V took three people, two dogs, and enough gear and food for three days up to the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Here's a pic of My CR-V sportin' his new ski rack:

http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=1529722&a=11581265&p=41437782&Sequence=0&res=high

canadiancl · February 2001

Do you need snow tires on your CR-V? Looks like there's a fair bit of snow.

pamo · February 2001

My other car is an Acura MDX, and I don't notice the CR-V noise at all. I also feel I have better visibility in the CR-V. LIke the heated seats of the MDX, though.

maassm · February 2001

Hi everyone!!

I plan to buy a new CRV this year but there are some rumors going around that Honda comes out with a new CRV in Fall.

Does anybody know more details?

varmit · February 2001

Canadiancl - Nah. There was quite a bit of snow, but it fell days before we got there. The roads were clear. The only place there was enough snow to warrant caution was in the cabin's driveway (where the pic was taken).

Pamo - Nice second driver! ;-) My wife and I briefly considered the MDX, but we don't need two SUVs or the higher car payments. Instead we got the TL (but I still dream...).

Maassm - Yes, later this year (most likely October or November) the next generation CR-V will be released. There are only runors and speculations as to what it will be like. I wouldn't trust any rumors or even concept models until late Summer or early Fall.

beatfarmer · February 2001

The CR-V doesn't seem any noiser than other similar vehicles I've driven in the same price range. I did find that something 3-5k more was quiter, but I would expect that. That said, the CR-V is quiter than the '95 Civic I had prior to the V. It a whole lot quiter than my wife's '95 S-10 pickup. I will be swithcing to quiter tires in the future, since most of the noise in the cabin comes from the stock BFGs.

potenzaus · February 2001

What are the Pros and Cons of :
LX4WD
LX2WD

In terms of power, gas, safety.
Considering you live in California...

Thanks.

deckboat1 · February 2001

i think you could do better on price if you shop around. I beelive invoice on auto ex is 21990. should be able to get below 20000 with destination

mikezak · February 2001

I am considering the CRV, but I was also 'cherish' a quieter vehicle, as I am on the road a great deal.

The handyman I am NOT. How easy was it too install the sound deadening material in the doors, and under the floor? Did you have to remove the seats as well as the carpet? I probably can do the hood (fingers are crossed).

If you like you can email me, as my email address is included in my profile.

Thanks.

canadiancl · February 2001

There would be negligible differences in power, gas consumption between the 2 since the CR-V basically operates as a FWD until there is slippage in the front wheels. The 4WD would be slightly heavier but not enough IMO to affect the way the car performs. If you live in Southern Cal and never go up to the mountains then I don't think you need the 4WD.

balithecat · February 2001

After thorough research into mini-SUV's last year I bought a 2000 CR-V EX Standard Shift and LOVE IT! I believe it should be the #1 mini-SUV because I have driven it on the Sandy Beaches of the Outer Banks and Snow Storm Covered roads of up state New York and not once did I get stuck or have difficulty getting through! In fact, while cruising the beaches last year I sailed past a Ford Explorer that was stuck....so sad...heh heh. I have about 20k on it and have driven it in a wide range of conditions. Yes, it could stand to have more power, but that would cost me the 28mpg I get consistantly on long drives with the premium fuel I feed it! Take care of this vehicle and it will take care of you. Thanks Honda for engineering an affordable, economical, well-built mini-SUV that has features and capabilities that are under-rated by the BIG names in auto ratings!

varmit · February 2001

Balithecat - Come tell your stories over at the CR-V Information Exhange. If you're interested, we also have two CR-V meets scheduled soon. One is organized from New York. And the other is out of Baltimore (sorry, I don't have a link handy).

varmit · February 2001

Okay. Here's a link for the other meet.

http://www.geocities.com/crvmeet/

stever · February 2001

What are we, chopped liver? We like to hear stories here too, ya know. (liver may be available in the Roadside Cafe, but it's probably green).

Steve
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varmit · February 2001

Ha! Sorry Steve. Over in the CR-V IX forum, we have more off-road discussions than here. Since Balithecat seems to enjoy that sort of activity, I thought I'd offer another place to share. Mea Culpa, I didn't mean to short sheet this most excellent forum! :-)

greengo · February 2001

Brand new 2000 SE owner here. I've read all the posts, but didn't find anything about the heater
controls. When I set the heater on the floor outlet, the heat still comes out the big vents on
the end of the dash. I would expect it if I had set the control for both face and floor, but not when
it is on floor only. I understand that some heat will come out the little vents for side windows,
but this isn't where the heat comes from. Phone call to service dept. got the standard response-
"They all do that". Why would there be control for heater for both floor and floor and face?

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