I've never understood the obsession with the dashboard materials... Do people go around caressing their dashboards on a daily basis? Who cares if it is hard?!
The lift gate button on the fob just unlocks the lift gate, nothing else. You can have all the doors locked and press the button and just have it unlock the gate.
I just bought a 2015 Cr-V Ex-L and LOVE it! I traded in my 2009 LX Cr-V and am amazed at the difference in feel, drive, turning capacity, and comfort. Obviously - basic model to Ex-L would be different/better. But I'm very please with most everything. You pointed out about the power hatch that does not work on my key fob. That was one of the reasons why I wanted to see if it was part of my package. Guess not! But you showed some things that I didn't know - the driver seat thigh adjustment, the console moves forward and back which I didn't know. thank YOU!
I know exactly what you mean at 15:50 when you say the engine doesn't feel direct when you accelerate. Our 2013 Accord with the 4 cylinder and CVT is almost the same way, in that it feels disconnected from the car. I think it has to do with the fact that they basically use speakers to produce artificial engine sound...that and the drive by wire system. Also when you're trying to drive the car spiritedly you can definitely feel the rubber band type of acceleration with the CVT. You punch the gas and you have to wait 3-4 seconds for the revs to go up and the power to kick in, but by that point you're greeted with almost too much power and it lurches you back. Although in some ways it's good because when you're going 50-60 mph without realizing, it tells you that the car is very compliant and sure-footed. I still love the feel of Honda's, regardless of the CVT.
Easily one of the very best TH-cam vehicle reviews I have seen ! Good balance and coverage of features, spot on & common sense commentary. This really assisted me in my own assessment of the '15 CRV EX-L model. Great work :-)
Great review/overview. I just bought one exactly like this one you showed here 3 weeks ago. It is replacing my 2012 CRV. I am happy to report that (I guess) Honda must have straighten out the vibration problem because mine does not vibrate at all. When I bought the car I knew about the new Earth Dream engine & that they put a different transmission in the car. But I was surprised to learn Honda stuck a CVT transmission in there. I The CVT was something I thought I'd never want in a car but this engine AND CVT transmission honestly work together beautifully. In fact they work much better then the transmission in my 2012 CRV. Here is an example: My 2012 CRV was the most annoying thing to drive in Econ mode, I hated the shift points and the constant shifting and loss of power on off the line starts (in Econ mode), so I always had Econ OFF. and I never used Econ all the time I had the car. But this 2015 Honda is TOTALLY IMPROVED. If you actually have to drive one I am sure you'll agree. As good as the previous CRV's were, Honda did a very good job of refining everything on this car down to every detail. I my case, I climb a 3,500 ft grade almost ever day, and unlike my 2012 CRV that struggled to find the right gear, my new 2015 CRV, finds the sweet spot in the gearing and it take me over the top with plenty of power and no struggles, and even if the CVT transmission resets the gearing, it is totally unnoticeable unless you look at the tack and you can see it readjusted the gear ratio - smoothly and unnoticeably. So I'm loving it, and I have no complaints at all about this new CRV refresh (except I kinda miss my right arm rest my 2012 CRV had, but I'm getting uses the using the center council as my arm rest on the new car. Since Honda had to redesign the council to run heater/AC ducts through it to the back seat, I am OK with the trade off). But it is still very comfortable and enjoyable to drive. So in my opinion and experience as a former owner of a 2012 CRV (that was a wonderful car overall), this car is in everyday an improvement over the previous CRV. One more thing important thing. 2015 CRV owners are going to love having nice bright headlights in your CRV for a change. The headlights in the previous CRV's were just awful. I am glad Honda finally put decent headlights in the CRV.
Thanks for sharing! I’m looking to buy one and am curious, how’s everything maintenance wise? I’m nervous about everything breaking with the new engine + transmission. Also how many miles do u have on it if u don’t mind telling?
I wish Honda could share this Lane Watch system with all other manufacturers. Subaru's Forester is still at the top of my list, maybe just below or tied with the Ford Escape.
No mention of the notorious vibration problem in this review - an inexcusable omission. It's all over the internet, but not in "reviews" that have a relationship with dealers.
I still don't like the back end of this car. They've got something going with the front facia, but those horizontal tail lights along with the bulbous stance makes it look really kinda weird and outdated. I have the same complaint with Volvo designs...almost reminds me of a chevy lumina van. I hope when they redesign this car they can make the back end look something like the new Pilot or the HR-V.
You make excellent videos! I hope we get to see more of you in the future. Awesome video about the Honda CR-V. Best review on TH-cam Looking forward to your next video.
Do the 2015 still have the VTC-Actuator start-up noise problems?? This has been a issue for the CR-V since 2008!!! Haven't address the problem at all!!
I've never understood the obsession with the dashboard materials... Do people go around caressing their dashboards on a daily basis? Who cares if it is hard?!
Boy... It's 2020 and little did you know your toilet paper comment would become needed for some people. XD 13:35
The lift gate button on the fob just unlocks the lift gate, nothing else. You can have all the doors locked and press the button and just have it unlock the gate.
13:37... you can fit "a year supply of toilet paper"...anyone watching this in 2020 would find this statement eerily predictive lmao
Haha ya
One thing I really hate about CRV that they didn’t have side mirror lights for even the high EX-L trim
That could have looked so good
On 2015-2016 they didn’t have side mirror lights at all
I just bought a 2015 Cr-V Ex-L and LOVE it! I traded in my 2009 LX Cr-V and am amazed at the difference in feel, drive, turning capacity, and comfort. Obviously - basic model to Ex-L would be different/better. But I'm very please with most everything. You pointed out about the power hatch that does not work on my key fob. That was one of the reasons why I wanted to see if it was part of my package. Guess not! But you showed some things that I didn't know - the driver seat thigh adjustment, the console moves forward and back which I didn't know. thank YOU!
I know exactly what you mean at 15:50 when you say the engine doesn't feel direct when you accelerate. Our 2013 Accord with the 4 cylinder and CVT is almost the same way, in that it feels disconnected from the car. I think it has to do with the fact that they basically use speakers to produce artificial engine sound...that and the drive by wire system. Also when you're trying to drive the car spiritedly you can definitely feel the rubber band type of acceleration with the CVT. You punch the gas and you have to wait 3-4 seconds for the revs to go up and the power to kick in, but by that point you're greeted with almost too much power and it lurches you back.
Although in some ways it's good because when you're going 50-60 mph without realizing, it tells you that the car is very compliant and sure-footed. I still love the feel of Honda's, regardless of the CVT.
Easily one of the very best TH-cam vehicle reviews I have seen ! Good balance and coverage of features, spot on & common sense commentary. This really assisted me in my own assessment of the '15 CRV EX-L model. Great work :-)
Great review/overview.
I just bought one exactly like this one you showed here 3 weeks ago. It is replacing my 2012 CRV. I am happy to report that (I guess) Honda must have straighten out the vibration problem because mine does not vibrate at all.
When I bought the car I knew about the new Earth Dream engine & that they put a different transmission in the car. But I was surprised to learn Honda stuck a CVT transmission in there. I The CVT was something I thought I'd never want in a car but this engine AND CVT transmission honestly work together beautifully. In fact they work much better then the transmission in my 2012 CRV.
Here is an example:
My 2012 CRV was the most annoying thing to drive in Econ mode, I hated the shift points and the constant shifting and loss of power on off the line starts (in Econ mode), so I always had Econ OFF. and I never used Econ all the time I had the car. But this 2015 Honda is TOTALLY IMPROVED. If you actually have to drive one I am sure you'll agree. As good as the previous CRV's were, Honda did a very good job of refining everything on this car down to every detail.
I my case, I climb a 3,500 ft grade almost ever day, and unlike my 2012 CRV that struggled to find the right gear, my new 2015 CRV, finds the sweet spot in the gearing and it take me over the top with plenty of power and no struggles, and even if the CVT transmission resets the gearing, it is totally unnoticeable unless you look at the tack and you can see it readjusted the gear ratio - smoothly and unnoticeably. So I'm loving it, and I have no complaints at all about this new CRV refresh (except I kinda miss my right arm rest my 2012 CRV had, but I'm getting uses the using the center council as my arm rest on the new car. Since Honda had to redesign the council to run heater/AC ducts through it to the back seat, I am OK with the trade off). But it is still very comfortable and enjoyable to drive. So in my opinion and experience as a former owner of a 2012 CRV (that was a wonderful car overall), this car is in everyday an improvement over the previous CRV.
One more thing important thing. 2015 CRV owners are going to love having nice bright headlights in your CRV for a change. The headlights in the previous CRV's were just awful. I am glad Honda finally put decent headlights in the CRV.
Thanks for sharing! I’m looking to buy one and am curious, how’s everything maintenance wise? I’m nervous about everything breaking with the new engine + transmission. Also how many miles do u have on it if u don’t mind telling?
I had no clue you were local. You drive past my house in the video!! lol
I wish Honda could share this Lane Watch system with all other manufacturers. Subaru's Forester is still at the top of my list, maybe just below or tied with the Ford Escape.
The CR-V is a very well designed vehicle. Honda knows what their customers want and sales are increasing.
Came for the interior insight highlights, stayed for the nicely shot test drive. 👍👍👍
The button unlocks the trunk. It's not an ignore button.
No mention of the notorious vibration problem in this review - an inexcusable omission. It's all over the internet, but not in "reviews" that have a relationship with dealers.
My cousin has an EX-L AWD like this one, except her's is white diamond pearl over beige.
Mine has 171k miles got it with 135k all I have done is rear and front brakes and a battery replacement.
Just got a Honda CR-V today!
How do you like it ? I have a 2013 Honda CR-V I love it
Hi this is late. But how did it hold up did you have to replace parts if so was it costly for the parts and service. And did you purchase used or new
I still don't like the back end of this car. They've got something going with the front facia, but those horizontal tail lights along with the bulbous stance makes it look really kinda weird and outdated. I have the same complaint with Volvo designs...almost reminds me of a chevy lumina van. I hope when they redesign this car they can make the back end look something like the new Pilot or the HR-V.
Nothing is perfect, except God
You make excellent videos! I hope we get to see more of you in the future. Awesome video about the Honda CR-V. Best review on TH-cam Looking forward to your next video.
Just got a 2014 CR-V EX last Father's day with a 50,000 miles on it. Weather stripping needs to be replaced in the driver side.
My grandma used to have this same year and model car but crashed it and got a 2021 ford ecosport
Great review! Nice to see you back making videos!
Really well shot and edited review, keep it up!
Thank you, just got this car ❤
the trunk button unlocks the trunk *****
Does it pop the trunk open or rear hatch open?
This is such a well done review! Thank you!
Very nice review. Can you do a review on 2016 Mazda CX-5?
At 15:30 you mention the engine but you edited out your thought ???good bad
If you can, could you do a review with test drive of an Acura TL SH-Awd. 2012-2014.
How are the blind spots if you don't use the cameras?
10/10 review
Great job on this video! Its really good!
No aux jack on the 2015. Bummer :(
For the backup camera, does it beep as you get closer to something or do the guides just change color?
Some good camera work here. A well done review.
I'm really disappointed that the crv now has a cvt. I quickly lost interest in it.
I have a 2016 Toyota RAV4 LE Replaced the Honda CRV
Excellent review!
Love mine ,but vibrates
Can't wait for the redesign.
i think the fuel green eco can gas guzzle too much
That is the only car I will buy
amazing crv
Thx for the review. I like it.
Do they made Honda in pink or purple
Do the 2015 still have the VTC-Actuator start-up noise problems?? This has been a issue for the CR-V since 2008!!! Haven't address the problem at all!!
For 2015, the CR-V uses a completely different powertrain so I doubt old issues would be carried over
That is the vtec, if you don't like vtec technical sounds, don't buy it.
Thank for your great review, and your Country is also very beautiful.
Will it break down? Is it reliable?
Great video thank you.
vibration problem solved???
+jy02250883
no man :(
Can you do a review of a 2015 honda accord v6 sedan
Jaspreet Singh Eventually! I plan on doing most or all of the Hondas & the leftover Toyotas I never got around to doing last year.
All crv cvt
sooo glad the CRV has enough room for a lifetime supply of toilet paper. i was beginning to get worried
This comment aged well
@@patdaveoneil oh my god 😂😂😂😂. If only we knew!!!
I really love this car I'm getting it for my Gradution in June
Nice but the rear of the car looks 2008
2016 mitsubishi outlander and outlander sport please..
Nice man good to see your review agains, just dont stop reviewing toyotas haha.
Dude u should do your homework....you seem to be unaware of many of the spec., & tools.
i got that car before
👍
Do u get paid from youtube
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smart people buy used hondas...
I am on Team RAV4
Those rims are disgusting
I like the touring rims better.
He didn't seem to like anything about the car no matter what he said about it. Snobby attitude. I couldn't enjoy it.