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I'm currently torn between a 2015 Toyota Highlander and a 2017 Honda CRV. Both are within my budget. I am leaning more towards the CRV but I have heard many good things about the Highlander. The Highlander is a v6 though which is why I have concerns about the fuel consumption. My current car is a four plug and it serves me well in terms of performance so I’m not sure what the real advantage a v6 has over a 4 plug and is it worth the extra cost in fueling?

I need your opinions please.

If you primarily do city driving and don't need the space that the Highlander offers then the CRV should be the more economically viable choice

DerFuhrer:
I'm currently torn between a 2015 Toyota Highlander and a 2017 Honda CRV. Both are within my budget. I am leaning more towards the CRV but I have heard many good things about the Highlander. The Highlander is a v6 though which is why I have concerns about the fuel consumption. My current car is a four plug and it serves me well in terms of performance so I’m not sure what the real advantage a v6 has over a 4 plug and is it worth the extra cost in fueling?

I need your opinions please.

Now I actually did inspect a 2016/17 Honda civic for a nairalander and they use the same engine with the Crv and here’s my honest take
- The Crv is a wonderful vehicle but you’d be much better getting the 2.4l k24aw9 engine over the 1.5k turbo. There’s been a lot of complaints of oil dilution issues as well as head gasket issues ( not to common though ) but I’ve personally worked on one with an head gasket fault.
- the Toyota Highlander on the other hand is a nice vehicle, it is powered by one of the best powertrains ever created by Toyota, I mean in terms of reliability, obviously it has more cabin space compared to the Crv. Downside for the highlander is major part like engine/ gearbox are very expensive if issues arises so, maintenance is key Infact for both options
As regards fueling the Crv would easily win by offering 7 miles more per gallon for city driving
Now for both vehicles if you’re getting a foreign used/ Nigerian used unit just make sure they are properly inspected before purchase. I also offer such service just incase you need one, thank you

Patented:
If you primarily do city driving and don't need the space that the Highlander offers then the CRV should be the more economically viable choice

Thank you. This is has been my line of thought as well.

Louiscars:
Now I actually did inspect a 2016/17 Honda civic for a nairalander and they use the same engine with the Crv and here’s my honest take
- The Crv is a wonderful vehicle but you’d be much better getting the 2.4l k24aw9 engine over the 1.5k turbo. There’s been a lot of complaints of oil dilution issues as well as head gasket issues ( not to common though ) but I’ve personally worked on one with an head gasket fault.
- the Toyota Highlander on the other hand is a nice vehicle, it is powered by one of the best powertrains ever created by Toyota, I mean in terms of reliability, obviously it has more cabin space compared to the Crv. Downside for the highlander is major part like engine/ gearbox are very expensive if issues arises so, maintenance is key Infact for both options
As regards fueling the Crv would easily win by offering 7 miles more per gallon for city driving
Now for both vehicles if you’re getting a foreign used/ Nigerian used unit just make sure they are properly inspected before purchase. I also offer such service just incase you need one, thank you

Great thanks. You sure sound like you know you stuff.

DerFuhrer:
Great thanks. You sure sound like you know you stuff.

You’re welcome