The Jimny’s ultra-honest unpretentiousness is the antidote to every beige crossover out there. Just don’t expect sophistication, and you’ll adore it
Pros Adorable design, off-road prowess, plenty of equipment
Cons Choosing between carrying people or their possessions
We've tested the Jimny extensively off-road and we know what it is capable of, but this time we drive the auto around town to see if it makes sense as a city car.
Pros Short wheelbase and incredible visibility make for easy driving Seat height is fantastic if you're jumping in and out regularly Peppy engine actually feels quite sporty around town
Cons Safety rating is an ever-present issue Luggage space almost non-existent when the second row is in use Four-speed auto would probably be better served with an extra ratio
Pros Characterful, standout design Excellent off-road capabilities Plenty of ability for the price
Cons Unrefined driving experience Tiny boot when rear seats are in place Poor economy
The 2019 Honda CR-V ranked #2 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Honda CR-V has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Generous passenger space Immense cargo hold Comfortable ride Great fuel economy estimates
Cons Base model lacks touch screen Competitors have more standard safety features
The 2019 Honda CR-V rewards owners with fantastic utility and great safety scores.
Pros Roomy, versatile interior Excellent value Comfortable ride Lots of safety gear on most models Classy overall feel
Cons Weird looks Base CR-V LX short on features No thrill machine Competitors are catching up
For 2019, the CR-V is essentially unchanged.
Pros Turbocharged engine delivers a rare combination of thrift and zest Roomy interior with cavernous cargo capacity for this class Rides comfortably yet handles corners athletically Plentiful and thoughtful storage areas
Cons Touchscreen can be finicky to use and lacks a separate tuning knob Underwhelming base engine on the LX trim
