20 years ago who knew that Honda’s small little crossover would one day become the best-selling SUV in the US. Crossovers have taken over, leaving the former large body-on-frame SUVs for dead. Crossovers continue to take market share, so much so that even the midsize sedan segment is at risk. While almost every car buyer is now considering a small to midsize crossover as their next purchase, how do you weed through all the countless models in the segment? Well there are some top models, like the CR-V, Toyota RAV-4 and Mazda CX-5. After a week with the 2017 Honda CR-V, here are five reasons why you should or shouldn’t check it out:
5The 2017 CR-V is the best all-around crossover
While the CR-V may have lost some of the fun of the earlier generations, it’s hard to beat the CR-V if you’re in the market for a compact crossover. Yes the Mazda CX-5 has the “fun quotient” dialed up a bit more, but its interior is not as spacious. The Kia Sportage and Ford Escape both offer more powerful engine options, but neither models feel as refined and luxurious as the CR-V.
Pricing: The 2017 Honda CR-V starts at $24,045 and is offered in LX, EX, EX-L and Touring trim levels. All-wheel drive is optional. The fully loaded CR-V Touring AWD that I tested lists for $33,795.
