Based on surveys of Consumer Reports members, the CR-V has an average predicted overall owner satisfaction rating, at 59 points out of 100. While surveyed members are pleased with aspects such as comfort and driving experience, value stands out as a disappointment, with a rating of 46 out of 100. (Admittedly, others in the class also earn low marks for value from owners.) Beyond sticker price, this may have been influenced a somewhat plain cabin that is generally light on “surprise and delight” features.
For buyers, this signals an area to give careful consideration to when shopping for a small SUV, and it’s a particular concern as prices rise across the segment—and the industry. The base LX 2WD version went from $30,100 in 2025 to $30,920 for 2026; destination charges remained at $1,395 initially. Destination is now $1,450. The EX AWD configuration we tested went from $33,850 in 2025 to $34,650 for the new model year. (For contrast, the 2023 CR-V EX AWD we bought for testing stickered at $32,610. That translates to a $2,000 price increase from 2023 to 2026. In fairness, the CR-V has gained features during that time.)
Source: www.consumerreports.org
