which engine is better the 2.4L or the turbo 1.5

Asked by Jennifer Feb 27, 2020 at 03:05 PM about the 2019 Honda CR-V EX FWD

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which engine is better the 2.4L or the turbo 1.5

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The power is about the same for each engine. The fuel economy for the small turbo engine is several MPG higher. I can't say which is better.

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I would drive both and see which one you like better. Read reviews from owners and keep in mind that the turbo takes a certain amount of care such as idling it to cool it off before shutting it down. You also need to make sure you change the engine oil more often than a non turbo car if you want the turbo ($$) to last.

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The MPG is definitely higher on the 1.5, however that typically requires premium gas to run efficiently. So it is kind of a wash.

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1.5 has issues with gas diluting the engine oil for the models 2017+

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It also has heating problems if you live on cold weather states.

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1.5 litre has oil dilution problems. I can see turbo problems and valve train wear. i would want the 2.4 engine . Honda owners usual keep their automobiles for long time. We will see in the next couple of years how this 1.5 makes out.

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If you like fuel getting in your oil, then buy the 1.5L turbo

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I am really glad that we lucked out when buying a crv, we got the 2.4!! the 1.5 is crap, with all the oil dilution problems, there has been LOTS of complaints. I'a not sure that they have fixed the problem yet!!

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