Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"Acceleration has never been good (mentioned in CR's 2004 review) but seems to be getting a bit weaker with age."
Anonymous, KY (2004 Honda CR-V)"Very good acceleration, but 4WD version I have has lousy gas mileage."
CHRISTOPHER N., TX (2004 Honda CR-V)"All she'll drive great in snow. Recalls, compressor, headlight , cat converter.,"
JOHN F., NY (2004 Honda CR-V)"The only real constant complaint I've had with my CRV over the years is road noise. Everything else about having the CRV has been a good experience, but when I shop for it's replacement, I want a vehicle with much less road noise."
Anonymous, CA (2004 Honda CR-V)"Acceleration better than I expected right from the beginning and it's always been a pleasure to drive."
EILEEN A., OR (2004 Honda CR-V)"visibility in driving position, responsive steering and strong acceleration"
Anonymous, IN (2004 Honda CR-V)"Great acelaration and braking."
CHARLES C., LA (2004 Honda CR-V)"no problems very reliable"
Anonymous, CA (2004 Honda CR-V)"The vehicle drives great, but is lacking in passing power. I live on two lane roads and highways and have to pass often."
DANNY M., AR (2004 Honda CR-V)"Very noise, the acceleration is very slow to a point at times feels dangerous due to how slow the car picks up."
NALI G., AZ (2004 Honda CR-V)"It has decent acceleration, handle no is good but now is a little 'loose' feeling. Mostly I really like the short turning radius, making it good in tight spaces. Along with AWD the car is a good for dirt roads and other interesting driving situations."
Anonymous, CA (2004 Honda CR-V)"Consistent reliable performance in Alaska at minus 60 degrees and in the desert at plus110 degrees! Air conditioning works great! Reliable in off road muddy, icy slippery situations at sea level to more than 8000feet - steep climbing."
Anonymous, AK (2004 Honda CR-V)"5-speed manual transmission enhances an excellent driving experience. Nimble handling, good acceleration and smooth ride. The cabin is a little noisy, but tolerable."
ARTHUR E., NJ (2004 Honda CR-V)"Good gearbox, good acceleration, handles well."
Anonymous, MI (2004 Honda CR-V)"Drives great - previous owner kept it well maintained to smallest detail."
RICHARD F., IL (2004 Honda CR-V)"Its been dependable"
CHARLES W., WA (2004 Honda CR-V)"It handles very well. It is quite peppy for a little 4 cylinder, acts more like a V-6."
GEORGE S., IL (2004 Honda CR-V)"The best car I have owned for travel in snow and ice!"
DAVID J., UT (2004 Honda CR-V)"Very peppy car. Accelerates quickly. Nimble in maneuvering."
Anonymous, KY (2004 Honda CR-V)"When my sons drive my car they're surprised at the way it handles and its pickup. I love the car."
RICHARD Z., GA (2004 Honda CR-V)"Very comfortable, excellent handling, pick-up. Too vulnerable to rusting brakes, underside, though long dirt driveway mostly responsible."
ROBERT M., NJ (2004 Honda CR-V)"Acceleration and handling are great. A little to much road noise."
Anonymous, NJ (2004 Honda CR-V)"Let me tell you, even with over 200,000 miles on this CRV, it still has good pickup and gives a smooth ride!"
Barbara T., MS (2004 Honda CR-V)"VTEC. 2.4 liter twin cam. Peppy and smooth. Kick it and it gets up and moves!"
Anonymous, TX (2004 Honda CR-V)"This car has a smooth ride that subsequent models cannot equal. My parents purchased a 2015 CR-V because of their experience with ours, but they complain that the ride is not as comfortable."
Anonymous, TX (2004 Honda CR-V)"Outstanding performance. Closing in on 250,00 miles with few needed repairs."
Barbara L., KY (2004 Honda CR-V)"I love driving this car. Handling is responsive. Acceleration is zippy."
Anonymous, TX (2004 Honda CR-V)"Functional driving experience, driving response is firm and immediate, acceleration is suffucuent"
Lester L., CA (2004 Honda CR-V)"Handles very well, small turning radius, good visibility, simple controls. Acceleration is good (could use a few more ponies)."
Neal C., CA (2004 Honda CR-V)"Good power, reliable traction in winter."
Anonymous, OH (2004 Honda CR-V)"It drives as one would expect for a small SUV."
Robert W., WA (2004 Honda CR-V)"Excellent in snow, ice mud. Good on curves. Does everything I ask it to do."
Anonymous, NY (2004 Honda CR-V)"Been a very good purchase. Never had a vehicle last as well"
Anonymous, TX (2004 Honda CR-V)"not so fast stiff ride"
Anonymous, CA (2004 Honda CR-V)"For such a large vehicle it handles easily and can be parked anywhere"
Jill S., FL (2004 Honda CR-V)"The CRV handles very well. It hugs the road on a curve. It has a short turning radius which helps in parking or tight spaces. Easily gets up to speed on a highway."
Anonymous, NC (2004 Honda CR-V)"4WD is great in winter It handles very well all the time with good acceleration"
Anonymous, IL (2004 Honda CR-V)"Too much road noise. Acceleration could be better."
Anonymous, CO (2004 Honda CR-V)"decent accelaration"
Anonymous, CA (2004 Honda CR-V)"The acceleration is much improved over previous models, but I'd still prefer a touch more power. The handling is generally good."
Roger H., VA (2004 Honda CR-V)"It started off with reasonable get up and go but the quality of acceleration decreased significantly over time. In addition, road noice has become a problem in the last few years."
Anonymous, TX (2004 Honda CR-V)"Good acceleration and shifts. All wheel drive takes away from overall power, but it all works well."
Allen S., TN (2004 Honda CR-V)"Great"
Anonymous, NY (2004 Honda CR-V)"Acceleration is sometimes inadequate when merging onto or passing on the highways."
Max H., CO (2004 Honda CR-V)"The engine is not huge for the size of this vehicle but the acceleration is most acceptable. The handling in dry, wet, and freezing conditions is superb."
Gordon P., ON (2004 Honda CR-V)"brisk acceleration, good handling"
Anonymous, MB (2004 Honda CR-V)"Moves when I want it to move. No real problems in driving with a 4 cylinder vehicle. I really don't push the hills over 65mph, except when I have to pass a truck. Still can move on the interstates at 75mph."
Jolan T., AZ (2004 Honda CR-V)"AWD very effective for winter driving"
Anonymous, AB (2004 Honda CR-V)"at 205,000 miles it still is quick and responsive on the road. Hills are no problem. With its 4 wheel drive . I am free to travel wherever (almost) i wish to go."
George O., NV (2004 Honda CR-V)"Purrs like it did when I first bought it still after 13 years. Handles very well for its age, still powerful acceleration."
Mamdooh H., ON (2004 Honda CR-V)"great handling for a vehicle this size and age. great fuel economy"
Matt P., CO (2004 Honda CR-V)"I find the handling and acceleration on this car to be excellent, although it doesn't compare to my 2016 Honda Civic."
Judith S., MN (2004 Honda CR-V)"Good acceleration and handling"
Guy G., WA (2004 Honda CR-V)"Vtec engine has very good lpower when a/c is off. Love the 5-speed."
Anonymous, WI (2004 Honda CR-V)"It's as good as it gets"
Anonymous, MT (2004 Honda CR-V)
"slow acceleration"
Anonymous, AL (2004 Honda CR-V)