The CR-V is a car that majors on ride comfort, which, when combined with the excellent visibility and a high driving position, make this a superb motorway car. Opt for this excellent 1.6-litre i-DTEC diesel engine and you'll be a stranger at your local filling station.This car with the 1.6-litre engine and four-wheel-drive is an excellent tow car, with a maximum towing capacity of 2000kg and all versions come with trailer stability assist as standard.

Overall, the Honda CR-V is a brilliant family SUV. I'd recommend it for its cavernous boot, spacious cabin, excellent level of equipment and strong reliability record. Rather than view the CR-V as one of the best mainstream SUVs, we'd argue that it's good enough to be considered an alternative to the premium players. It's that good.