Just as I finished my last report on my Honda CR-V, I was about to hit the auto route on a mega 2,150 mile drive to the French Alps, for our family holiday.
As expected, the Honda CR-V performed admirably – literally eating up the miles and turning in some impressive fuel figures.
Considering the Honda CR-V was fully loaded with four people and all our holiday gear, I thought an average of 49mpg over 560 motorway miles was excellent.
Space is important to keep Mrs Ratcliffe and the kids happy, so I was pleased there was enough room for all our luggage in the practical boot.
I could even pull the cover over for safety and security!
There were no complaints from my kids in the back either, which was satisfying on this long trip. In fact – they had more than enough legroom.
When we got to the Alps, the Honda CR-V’s 1.6-litre diesel coped well with the steep mountain passes, with most of them done in 3rd and 4th gears.
The Honda felt sure-footed and there were no scared squeals from my kids in the back!
Honda CR-V 1.6D: Facts, Figures, Likes and Dislikes
- P11D – £25,060
- Company car tax – £80 per month for a basic taxpayer
- Official mpg -62.8mpg
- Our average mpg -60mpg at 9,700 miles
- Our best mpg – 61mpg on a 250 mile trip
- We like – SUV styling, build quality, excellent economy
- We don’t like – Noisy diesel engine on start up and acceleration, over-sensitive parking sensors, confusing tyre pressure warning system
On one memorable occasion at 2,200 meters, torrential rains had washed away the road. It was at this point, that I was grateful of the CR-V’s taller stance and extra ground clearance, as the Honda waded through what was basically a stream.
Then just weeks later, the Honda CR-V and I were on another road trip. This time to Glasgow for a golf event, visiting clients in Doncaster, Harrogate, Leeds, Manchester and Stoke.
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The Honda again proved to be a smooth refined motorway performer, averaging 300 miles a day and I didn’t feel overly driven out.
The spacious boot was perfect for transporting two sets of golf clubs and electric trolleys too.