Honda crv 1.6 b.h.p.

Peter Henson replied on 30/05/2018 13:12

Peter Henson

Posted on 30/05/2018 13:12

Hi, I am looking at Changing my tow car to a New honda c.r.v. 1.6.litre 4x4 diesel, my caravan is a Lunar Clubman s.I. with a m.r.o. of 1320 kg and 1475 kg fully ladened, any advice from present owners or the honda c.r.v. 1.6 litre would be well appreciated, or any experienced caravaners would be helpful. Is the honda a stable and safe tow car, can a 1.6 litre pull my caravan with ease?

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flatcoat replied on 30/05/2018 17:47

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flatcoat

Caravanner from West Yorkshire

Posted on 30/05/2018 17:47

If buying new get a very, very good deal. The dealers will orobsbly not admit it however the current CRV is about to be replaced and there will no longer be a diesel. I personally think 1.6 is a tad underpowered and many CRV drivers report the suspension is on the soft side for towing but Honda are very reliable and the 1.6d is noted for excellent real world economy. I know someone with a 1.6 Civic diesel who gets approaching 70mpg.

lornalou1 replied on 30/05/2018 19:23

lornalou1

Caravanner from Lancashire

Posted on 30/05/2018 19:23

the auto will give a better tow than the manual.

Simon100 replied on 30/05/2018 20:19

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Simon100

Caravanner from Cheshire

Posted on 30/05/2018 20:19

Have a look at the reviews on line. Most comment that the 1.6 is not really up to the job and is not a relaxing tow.

You might want to consider similar offerings from KIA or Hyundai which offer 2.0 ltr engines.

onepjg replied on 30/05/2018 23:25

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onepjg

Motorhomer from Kent

Posted on 30/05/2018 23:25

I test drove one and my advice re towing would be.... no no no no no

cyberyacht replied on 31/05/2018 07:22

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cyberyacht

Motorhomer from Hampshire

Posted on 31/05/2018 07:22

Sounds like a case of reporting to the RSPCSE ( Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Small Engines)

Peter Henson replied on 31/05/2018 08:48

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Peter Henson

Caravanner

Posted on 31/05/2018 08:48

Great thanks for your comments, I have a hyundai at present, I think I'm going to stick with the reliable hyundai brand and look at the santa fe. Enjoy your holidays in your caravan.

biggsy replied on 31/05/2018 18:32

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biggsy

Caravanner from Wiltshire

Posted on 31/05/2018 18:32

Peter i have the 160 bhp version of the 1.6 Diesel.brilliant tow car car.I had the 2.2 before this has more grunt. My brother has the same car he says the same as me.if it was no good i would be honest and say.