2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Sport Touring

The compact CR-V crossover SUV was introduced in 1997. Honda’s best-selling vehicle in the U.S., it consistently places in the top 10 vehicles sold. The Hybrid, introduced in 2020, could be considered icing on the cake. The sixth-generation, new-for-2023 CR-V delivers excellent value. It’s just the right size for many motorists, and it provides a comfortable ride, with a solid-feeling suspension. Its spacious cabin offers plenty of room for passengers and cargo, lots of storage cubbies, incline-adjustable rear seats, and good visibility all around. Additionally, all CR-Vs come with a solid lineup of ADAS features, including traffic-jam assist. Want more? The CR-V’s exterior styling is improved over previous generations, and, in the all-wheel-drive version, its smooth drivetrain delivers both adequate power and an EPA-estimated 37 mpg in combined city/highway driving (higher for the front-wheeldrive version). And all for an MSRP that starts, in Sport Hybrid trim, around $33,000. But the CR-V doesn’t get off scot-free - although complaints are relatively minor. The infotainment system and rearview camera’s image quality, perennial CR-V weak points, need updating and improving. The quality of the interior’s fit and finish is good, but the styling remains on the bland side. And the hybrid powertrain can be a bit noisy under load.