2010 Honda CR-V — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2010 Honda CR-V

The 2010 CR-V came with the 2.0-liter four-cylinder paired to a five-speed automatic, and owners praise how bulletproof that engine is—many hit 200k miles with just oil changes. The high roofline and boxy shape make it genuinely easy to load groceries and a bike without contorting yourself, and the back seat slides forward or back so you can swap cargo space for legroom without getting out.

Common complaints and known issues

The 2010 model year suffered from an early transmission issue where the five-speed would hesitate or shudder during low-speed acceleration, typically showing up between 60k and 120k miles; Honda issued a recall but some owners reported the problem returned. The sunroof drains tend to clog around 100k miles, leading to water pooling in the headliner and trunk floor. Paint peeling on the hood and roof is common by 120k miles, especially on silver and white models.

Typical asking price

Under 80k miles: $14,500–$17,800. 80k–140k miles: $11,200–$14,200. Over 140k miles: $8,500–$11,500. Trim level (LX versus EX with all-wheel drive), regional salt exposure, and evidence of sunroof repairs drive the spread within each band.

Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.