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The 2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid looks to build on the legacy of fuel economy, utility, and value of its predecessors. We bought a CR-V Hybrid Sport AWD for our test program, and we share our first impressions of its redesigned interior, transmission, and fuel efficiency, and how it stacks up against the Toyota RAV4, and the traditional gas-powered version. And what would be the best car for a new dad that wants to drive something sporty? Our experts share their personal picks for keeping driving exciting while staying family friendly.

 

 

SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:17 - Highlights: 2023 Honda CR-V

01:14 - Fuel Economy

02:40 - Hybrid vs. Non-Hybrid Comparison

06:04 - Inside the Cabin & Controls

09:50 - Wrap Up: Hybrid or Regular

11:32 - Question: What would be the best car for a new dad that wants to drive something sporty?

 

 

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First Drive: Redesigned 2023 Honda CR-V Sticks With Winning Formula

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2023-honda-cr-v-review-a1196843568/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/cr-v-hybrid/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

2023 Honda CR-V

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/cr-v/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

2023 Honda CR-V Hybrid Early Review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDU8P6YlQq0

 

2023 Toyota RAV4

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/toyota/rav4/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

Quietest Compact SUVs From Consumer Reports’ Tests

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/quietest-compact-suvs-from-consumer-reports-tests-a6460127872/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

2023 Kia Telluride

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/kia/telluride/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

First Drive: The 2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R Build on Hot-Hatch Fundamentals

https://www.consumerreports.org/sports-cars/2022-volkswagen-gti-golf-r-review-a6013272130/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

2023 Honda Civic

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/honda/civic/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

First Drive: 300-HP 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Proves Both Fast and Furious

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/sports-cars/2023-toyota-gr-corolla-review-a7360611291/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

Guide to Car Safety

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars-guide-to-car-safety/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

 

 

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