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This three-owner 2011 Honda CR-V EX AWD is a late-run third-generation example with unusually low miles for its age: just 95,000 on the odometer. It carries a clean title, a Carfax with no accidents, a good reliability rating, and 14 service records on file. A minor damage incident was reported in 2015 and should be noted transparently. Finished in Glacier Blue Metallic over a light cloth interior, this AWD EX — the last model year of the third generation — is a practical, hard-to-find combination of trim, drivetrain, and mileage.

Essentials

• Year / model / trim: 2011 Honda CR-V EX, Real Time 4WD (AWD)
• Mileage: 95,000
• Ownership: Three-owner Carfax
• Title: Clean
• Accidents: No accidents reported; minor damage reported in 2015
• Service history: 14 service records
• Reliability signal: Good Carfax reliability rating
• Exterior / interior: Glacier Blue Metallic / light cloth
• Powertrain: 2.4L DOHC i-VTEC I4, 180 hp / 161 lb-ft, 5-speed automatic, AWD
• Standout note: Last year of the 3rd gen; AWD EX with only 95k miles — a rare find for the age

NHTSA Safety Ratings

• Overall: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
• Frontal crash: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
• Side crash: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
• Rollover: ★★★★☆ (4/5; AWD rollover risk about 15.5%)

The third-generation CR-V also earned strong IIHS marks for its era and was widely regarded as one of the safer compact crossovers of its day, with standard ABS, Vehicle Stability Assist, side curtain airbags with rollover sensor, and Honda’s ACE body structure.

Powertrain, Horsepower, Torque & Fuel Economy

Motivation comes from Honda’s 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve i-VTEC four-cylinder, rated at 180 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 161 lb-ft of torque at 4,400 rpm. A 5-speed automatic and Honda’s Real Time 4WD system send power primarily to the front wheels and can route up to a substantial share of torque rearward when slip is detected. EPA estimates for the AWD EX are 21 mpg city / 27 mpg highway / 23 mpg combined on regular unleaded, with a 15.3-gallon tank. The engine is known for smooth midrange pull and a willingness to rev; it is not a tow-heavy V6 substitute (tow rating is 1,500 lbs), but it matches the CR-V’s efficient, everyday character well.

How It Stacked Up Against the Competition

In 2011 the CR-V faced the Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape, Subaru Forester, Nissan Rogue, and Chevrolet Equinox. Against that field it typically led on packaging efficiency, cargo versatility (about 35.7 cu ft behind the rear seats and 72.9 cu ft folded), and that trademark Honda steering feel. The RAV4 offered an optional V6; the Forester offered more genuine AWD capability; some rivals rode quieter. Where the CR-V excelled was balanced handling, clever interior storage, long-term durability expectations, and strong resale — reasons it remained a perennial best-seller. Buyers who wanted a capable daily driver rather than a soft luxury crossover or a trail-focused SUV often landed here.

Generation History

This CR-V is the final model year of the third generation (RE), sold in the U.S. for 2007–2011. Versus the second generation, the third gen grew roomier and more car-like, with a longer list of safety and convenience equipment and a more refined chassis. A 2010 refresh brought more power and better efficiency from the 2.4L i-VTEC, plus styling and feature updates that carried into 2011. As the last year before the fourth-generation redesign for 2012, a 2011 EX AWD represents the most mature expression of that generation — all of the mid-cycle improvements, without early-production unknowns of the following redesign.

Trim-Specific Differences

Over the LX, the EX added a one-touch power moonroof with tilt, a security system, variable intermittent wipers, rear privacy glass, chrome rear license trim, steering wheel–mounted audio controls, illuminated vanity mirrors, a dual-deck cargo shelf, alloy wheels, and a 6-disc CD changer / six-speaker audio setup (versus the LX’s more basic equipment). The EX kept cloth seating; leather, heated seats, dual-zone climate, and available navigation belonged to the EX-L. For many shoppers the EX hit the sweet spot: moonroof and key convenience features without the EX-L premium.

Reliability Notes

The K24 2.4L i-VTEC four-cylinder is one of Honda’s longest-running and most respected engines of the era, with a timing chain (not a belt), a 100,000-mile tune-up interval under normal service, and a strong track record when oil changes and cooling-system care are kept current. Third-generation CR-Vs are widely praised for durable transmissions and everyday mechanical toughness. At 95k miles with 14 service records and a good Carfax reliability rating, this example sits in a favorable zone. Honest buyers should still inspect for typical age items — A/C performance, rear differential service on AWD models, suspension bushings, and confirmation that any 2015 minor-damage repairs were done properly — but the underlying powertrain reputation remains a major reason these CR-Vs hold demand

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What the Experts Said

Edmunds called the 2011 CR-V “Honda at its best,” highlighting spacious cargo areas, agile handling, exemplary crashworthiness, and a long-standing reliability reputation. Motor Trend praised its clever packaging, smooth 180-hp four-cylinder, and class-competitive driving manners, noting it felt unflappable on road and off. Kelley Blue Book described it as a practical, one-size-fits-most benchmark crossover with a well-integrated feel and stable, predictable handling. Across those outlets the consensus was clear: not the flashiest choice, but one of the most sensible and enduring.