2001 Honda CR-V Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
22 City / 25 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
146
Seats
5
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Danielle A
Great Car, definitely would recommend
This car is really great, there are no problems. My particular car the clock doesn't work, but just about everything else is perfect. It's the perfect size for hauling things or having lots of people in the car. It has many cup holders also. Great for road trips, too.
accountCircle Loren G
Great for the beach and camping lifestyle
I really love this car. Very comfortable ride for its age and holds up well when the regular maintenance is done on the vehicle. It some very useful features that come with it if you are an avid beach goer or camper. It has a table that pulls out in the back that is easily stored away and out of the way
accountCircle Julia N
Vintage Compact SUV still outshines more current models.
It has been the most reliable car I've ever owned, despite being nearly 20 years old. I haven't even been that responsible with upkeep and maintenance but I have had very minimal issues. It's the best size compact SUV ever made because it's very high up but much smaller than the more modern ones.
accountCircle Katie M
My Honda CR-V Has Been a Long Lasting Beauty.
I have love this car from the moment I bought it. I love the shape and look of my CR-V. I think the look is sleek and rugged at the same time. I would have gotten a blue color, but I'm glad I got my CR-V in silver because it looks clean longer and the few scratches I have on my car are not easily visible. My silver, Honda CR-V is a roomy size which helps with grocery shopping, traveling, camping, as well as, picking up bulky stuff and moving it around. I have taken my car on long road trips and so I know it is comfortable and safe to drive. I get good gas mileage.
accountCircle Judy P
It is a reliable, fun, and sporty little car.
I love the easy access for loading groceries. The seats are comfortable and adjustable. I regret that it is getting old.
accountCircle James P
It is been the best by far all wheel drive vehicle I have ever owned.
Excellent car very dependable, great gas mileage. Only problem I ever experienced with it so far that was bad is when timing belt broke witch was my fault for not changing when dealership recommend. So far other than that I haven't had any other major problems, just the normal upkeep.
accountCircle David H
The Honda CR-V -- reliable, attractive, solid.
Aside from regular wear and tear this car has held up great -- 165,000 miles so far. It allows me to carry cargo but have an attractive SUV family car as well. The simulated four-wheel drive has come in very handy during snowy weather. The full-size spare was also a pleasant surprise.
accountCircle Chelsea W
My vehicle has a lot of storage and leg room.
My car is very reliable, comfortable to drive and ride in, and has a lot of storage space for luggage and other items. Additionally, my car gets very good gas mileage and is extremely durable. When riding in my vehicle, there is ample leg room for my friends regardless of whether they are sitting in the front or the back seat.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Amy S
??Honda's amazing deals. Great prices, for great quality.
Honda's are amazing vehicles. Long lasting and very durable. Easy to fix with less expensive parts. Most of the Honda are extremely eco friendly. Honda motors are to designed to cheaper on gas but also very dependable. I have owned a Honda, and it was by far my all time favorite car in my lifetime experience as well as I have to see if they will have a great ones.
accountCircle Lauren W
Honda CR-V is a great first car
The Honda CR-V is a great car and has great mileage. It's a great vehicle for people who want to drive an SUV type vehicle, but it's not too big which helps. The layout of the vehicle is nice because it's very open and eliminates the chance of blind spots well. The only thing to be careful about with the CR-V is it easily rusts near the wheel well, and the gas door.
accountCircle Melissa C
My car has low mileage to be older.
I like that it is reliable. I like that it is safe. I dislike that it is old. I dislike having to do repairs.
accountCircle Grace O
The 2001 Honda CR-V is a reliable car, since it has lasted, but, it is old.
The car is just old and I do not always feel safe driving it. There is rusting on the wheel covering, even though the car has a spot in the garage.
accountCircle Erika K
It has a table in the trunk. If you go in the trunk and lift up the fabric there is a table folded up.
I like that I have control over the car. It functions well and plays really loud music. I enjoy driving with the windows down
accountCircle Alexandria W
Used Honda still going strong.
Some performance issues are a result of buying it used. One of the engine mounts is missing, and the suspension is not the most comfortable. We bought it in a terrible state, so that it is still running at all is impressive. There's not as much storage space as you'd expect, so road trips can be a little cramped.
accountCircle Kay K
It is durable and has lasted long.
I love that it is tinted. I love that it is an SUV. I love that it has lasted this long. I hate that the air does not work.
accountCircle Sarah C
Decent mileage and good AWD.
The gas mileage is pretty good for an SUV, it does have some mechanical issues, the window does not like to roll up all the way and the back door can sometimes be difficult to shut but those are minor issues. It performs really nicely in the snow as well.

Honda CR-V Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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146 HP 24-24 MPG 5 Seats
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146 HP 24-24 MPG 5 Seats
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146 HP 24-24 MPG 5 Seats
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2001 Honda CR-V Owner Reviews

4.27
147 Reviews
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5 stars 47%
4 stars 37%
3 stars 12%
2 stars 3%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Robin N on April 3, 2021
This year make and model is a very reliable car.
Love the style of this year and everything about Honda is quality. In this town you see more of this year CR-V and any of the newer models. It is great to just keep going and going and going and going regular repairs and new tires once in a while is all it needs.
accountCircle Rhonda G on March 23, 2021
It's rugged can go anywhere, it is also stylish to go to a big event.
Fun to drive the cost of maintenance is very low. You can get in and out of tight spaces.It rugged but stylish.
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Ranks #4 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2001 Honda CR-V has an average owner rating of 4.27 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 13 other Compact SUVs.

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2001 Mazda Tribute
4.4
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2001 Audi allroad
4.33
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2001 Toyota RAV4
4.31
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2001 Honda CR-V
4.27

Ranks #3 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2001 Honda CR-V has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #3 of 13 other Compact SUVs.

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2001 Toyota RAV4
31 MPG
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2001 Subaru Forester
27 MPG
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2001 Honda CR-V
25 MPG

Is The 2001 Honda CR-V A Good Car?

Yes, it is spacious, well built, reliable, and fuel efficient. It also sits up higher making it easier to see while driving.
Nicole O.
It is a GREAT vehicle. We call it the 'Iron Horse'. It seldoms needs work except for routine maintenance and 2 or 3 repairs in 18 years. It is very reliable and is all wheel drive.
Yolanda C.
Yes, but I prefer Mazdas. But since it hasn’t been cared for it is making a lot of sounds the engine is messed up and the passenger window is not working. Still the car has been going strong for many... Read More
Katie T.
I think it's a great compact vehicle for small families, lots of room, big open window and blind spots are very visible, decent gas mileage for the size of the car
Randy C.
Great car. Great on gas, handles well, perfect size for me, long lifetime. Definitely got my money's worth when I bought it used. If I ever buy another car, I will definitely consider another Honda... Read More
Courtney M.

How Reliable Is The 2001 Honda CR-V?

Yes, the 2001 Honda CR-V is a reliable vehicle. It is fuel efficient and does not have any problems at the moment.
Marc D.
Had a couple of problems but we have a great Honda dealer, Darrell Waltrip Honda in Franklin TN with great mechanics.
Lynne S.
It’s reliable to take to work and school but I don't take it through highways or fast roads because I can’t speed it up more than 60 miles per hour and the engine is not good
Samantha L.
Reliable is a great word to describe this vehicle. I've put my car through some tough situations and it has never failed me.
Isabella N.
Yes, very reliable. I've had few problems, just the usual brakes done once, and a few other things and car has 115,000 miles on it.
Danielle R.

Is The 2001 Honda CR-V A Good Value?

I am not sure how much the 2001 Honda CR-V costs. I do believe that it is a vehicle of a good value though, due to its spacious interior and fuel efficiency.
Zach N.
Mine cost about $15,000 when I bought it I 2002 as a used vehicle. It is a very good value when I see other people having trouble with Fords and Chevys much newer.
Stephanie G.
Well with everything that it was wrong I doubt I would get more than 3000 and considering the damages it’s a good value
Victoria O.
I bought mine used, and I feel like I got a great deal for the condition it was in. I believe it's a good value.
Sky G.
I paid around $18,000 for it and it was three years old. It had about 14,000 miles on it with minimal wear and tear.
Joe S.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 2001 Honda CRV egr valve location?

Answer: As the driver of a 2011 Honda CR-V, You may be having some difficulty in trying to locate the exhaust gas circulation valve in Your vehicle. This is also known as the egr valve, and it is fairly easy to find....

What is the 2001 Honda CRV crankshaft position sensor location?

Answer: The 2001 Honda CR-V crankshaft position sensor location is different on different makes and models, however, it will always be near the crankshaft itself. If You need to replace the sensor then it will cost You...

What is the 2001 Honda CRV camshaft position sensor location?

Answer: The CamShaft position sensor of a 2001 Honda CR-V is located on top of the cylinder head on the front of the engine. It has a wire connector attached, so release the tab of the sensor to disconnect it before...

What's the 2001 honda crv oil type?

Answer: Let's say You want to change the oil or top it off on Your vehicle and You want to know what the oil type is. The recommended oil type on the 2001 Honda CR-V iS5W-30 throughout the year. If You live in an area...

What's the 2001 honda crv o2 sensor location?

Answer: The oxygen sensor on the 2001 Honda CR-V is typically going to be located on the passenger side of the vehicle, mounted onto the exhaust pipe pretty close to the catalytic converter. You can access it through...
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Safety & Reliability

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Rollover

Not Rated

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety