Used 2013 Honda CR-V Pros & Cons

Pros & Cons of the 2013 Honda CR-V

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 Pros Classy exterior looks far more expensive than it is.

 Pros Nice choice of options and features.

 Pros The 2.4-liter four-cylinder has a decent amount of power.

 Pros All-wheel drive is available.

 Pros Impressive fuel economy, yielding 23 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway.

 Pros Top safety scores in roof, front, and side-impact crash tests.

 Pros Fantastic braking capabilities.

 Pros Thoughtful dashboard layout.

 Pros Roomy seats in both rows.

 Pros Center console offers plenty of storage.

 Pros Generous amount of cargo space.

 Pros Small turning circle of 37.3 feet makes it easy to park and maneuver in tight spaces.

 Pros Four-wheel independent suspension delivers a smooth ride.

 Pros Rear seat entertainment system is available.

 Cons Only one engine is available, but many people would prefer a turbocharged four-cylinder or six-cylinder.

 Cons Cargo capacity is only 1,500 pounds on the base model.

 Cons Outdated five-speed manual transmission.

 Cons Cannot be equipped with both the navigation and rear seat entertainment systems at the same time.

 Cons Some will miss the sliding rear seat that has been replaced.

 Cons Standard four-speaker audio system is disappointing.

 Cons All-wheel drive has slow acceleration, taking 9.4 seconds to reach 60 mph.

 Cons Lacks low-end power.