2024 HONDA CR-V HYBRID AWD SPORT TOURING | GOOD ENOUGH TO WARD OFF NEWCOMERS?

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The 2024 Honda CR-V Hybrid AWD Sport Touring represents the sixth generation of Honda's best-selling SUV, aiming to fend off strong competition. The reviewer praises its handsome, updated styling, calling it the best the CR-V has ever looked, and notes the comfortable ingress/egress. The hybrid powertrain delivers a respectable 204 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque, offering a sportier feel than non-hybrid models, with EPA ratings of 40/34/37 MPG. Cargo space is competitive, though the hybrid battery slightly reduces space behind the rear seats compared to non-hybrids. Negatives include the lack of remote seat releases for the rear seats, no center top tether for child seats, and noticeable road noise on textured surfaces. While the handling is competent with good steering and suspension that mitigates body roll, the reviewer notes a slightly floaty sensation over larger undulations and a jarring acceleration experience due to the CVT and engine whine. Despite these points, the CR-V Hybrid Sport Touring is deemed a fun, quick, and comfortable crossover, more than adequate for the general public and a strong contender against rivals like the Toyota RAV4 and Hyundai Tucson.