AT A GLANCE

Styling .................................. 8/10 Despite being evolutionary, the design feels crisp and fresh. Performance and economy ....7/10 Diesel does its usual strut, but it isn’t the best around. Handling and ride .................. 7/10 Comfort-oriented chassis occasionally makes handling soggy. Practicality ........................... 9/10 Practical touches are aplenty; rear-most seats suited only for toddlers. Safety kit .............................. 8/10 Passive safety on par, although more driver-assist tech could have featured. VERDICT ............................... 7/10 The CR-V remains exactly what it has always been: practical, spacious, comfy and not that great to drive. New diesel option could have been better.