Dan Frio, with Edmunds wrote...Honda redesigned its popular CR-V just last year and there haven't been any significant changes for the 2024 model. Last year's overhaul included a slightly lengthened wheelbase, which increased rear seat legroom as well as max cargo space a bit. The CR-V provides more than 39 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the rear seats, making it one of the most accommodating small SUVs for luggage and bulky items. There is a reason many consider the Honda CR-V the benchmark small SUV for families. Its latest version pulls off this feat yet again with a smooth ride, helpful tech features and excellent storage space. The inside of the CR-V just makes sense. There is plenty of room in both rows, and large windows give you a sense of openness that we appreciate in a small SUV. All that glass also helps with outward visibility. CR-V also has Hondas wide-angle rearview camera that we really like. While a standard 7-inch touchscreen and optional 9-inch touchscreen are not exactly tops in the class, the CR-V has an effective operating system that is responsive to the touch and easy to use. Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration is standard. The CR-V has excellent cargo space for a small SUV, measuring 39.3 cubic feet behind the rear seats. As with last yea's model, we'd opt for the EX-L. Compared to the EX, the EX-L comes with leather seats, a 9-inch touchscreen, a wireless phone charger, an upgraded 8 speaker sound system, and front and rear parking sensors. It also comes with the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, which we find better to drive and nearly as efficient as the hybrid In addition to the standard equipment EX Adds more features such as a Sunroof, Heated side mirrors, Heated front seats, a Power-adjustable driver's seat. On top of the EX's features, EX-L also adds a Power liftgate, drivers seat memory functions and wireless connectivity for Apple Car Play and Android Auto
