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Honda CR-V Road Noise

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#28 of 66 Re: Road Noise [rikrikardo] by james778

Oct 06, 2011 (5:50 pm)

Replying to: rikrikardo (Jun 19, 2011 9:25 am)
I agree. I have a 2007 Honda CRV that I almost sold because I could not bear the road noise and vibrations. I would barely be able to carry out a conversation with my wife when she was seated in the rear seat with the kids. I probably had about 18,000 miles on the oem tires at the time. I gave the car one more chance and purchased a new set of tires and aligned the the wheels. I purchased the Bridgestone alenza and the car felt brand new with a smooth quiet ride. It's not as quiet as other cars that I've been in but the noise is no longer an issue. I now have 41,000 miles with the car and the car and tires are still doing great. I'm sure other tires would do the same, but I've had success with the Alenza. If you're thinking about selling the car cause you can not stand it anymore, try a new set of tires.

#29 of 66 Re: Road Noise [james778] by isellhondas

Oct 10, 2011 (10:35 am)

Replying to: james778 (Oct 06, 2011 5:50 pm)
Yes, the tires can make a big difference.
 
I've always said that it seems Honda looks hard for the noisiest tires they can find.
 
That said, when I drive my wife's 2011 CRV, there is a HUGE difference between the 2003 I drive. Much less road noise!

#30 of 66 Re: Road Noise [blackexv6] by kohnuma

Nov 21, 2011 (9:13 am)

Replying to: blackexv6 (Apr 14, 2011 9:02 am)
I just bought a 2011 CRV and have just discovered this problem. The road noise is DEAFENING -- no way to carry on a normal conversation. Of course this did not happen while road-testing at the dealership. Should have bought a Kia.

#31 of 66 Re: Road Noise [kohnuma] by isellhondas

Nov 23, 2011 (8:45 am)

Replying to: kohnuma (Nov 21, 2011 9:13 am)
" DEAFENING" ??
 
Funny, our 2011 doesn't seem to have this problem nor does our noisier 2003.
 
If the car you drove at the dealership didn't have that problem I have to wonder if something is wrong with the CRV you bought?
 
Have them look at it and have them drive it.

#32 of 66 Re: Road Noise [kohnuma] by heather99

Dec 08, 2011 (8:27 am)

Replying to: kohnuma (Nov 21, 2011 9:13 am)
I think the statement is a bit exaggerated. If the claim that carrying a normal conversation is impossible while driving the CR-V is true, then maybe the vehicle has no sound-deadening material at all. Try to look underneath your CR-V. This or you're travelling near the speed limit of the CR-V, which in this case you should slow down for your own safety.

#33 of 66 Re: Road Noise [rikrikardo] by superkarn

Dec 10, 2011 (11:57 am)

Replying to: rikrikardo (Jun 19, 2011 9:25 am)
We have a 2008 CR-V EX-L also. The noise level is fine up to about 70mph for me. Above that and it starts getting annoying. My wife seems to be fine with it though.
 
We're replacing the tires soon. Hopefully having new tires will help. Don't forget to check the tire pressure. It also affects the ride and quietness.

#34 of 66 Road Noise by ksayers

Apr 06, 2012 (8:25 am)

The net/net is that when you test drive a CR-V, be sure to take it out on a highway, asphalt and concrete... and any other roads you typically drive. If you believe its too noisy, don't buy the car. If the salesman says "its the tires" then tell him to change them to quiet tires and you will retest the vehicle. He/she won't. Concrete roads are probably the biggest issue. In theory, according to rumors, the 2013's are supposed to be "quieter" which is a good thing considering Honda has been dinged for 5-8 years, over and over and over again, about road noise by just about every review media. Odd, Toyota's are quiet. Maybe Toyota's drive on a special part of the road or.... or.... for those that think it's all wind noise, they drive in different air. Or, Honda has a problem and is sloooowly working towards a solution (hopefully so)

#35 of 66 Re: Road Noise [ksayers] by isellhondas

Apr 06, 2012 (5:21 pm)

Replying to: ksayers (Apr 06, 2012 8:25 am)
Our 2011 CRV is a lot quietier than our 2003 and, yes, tires make a big difference.
 
No store is going to change tires for a picky customer who "might" buy a CRV when they are selling every one they can get in stock.
 
I have had customersactually bring in meters and these people have driven Hondas and Toyotas back to back on the same roads.
 
Verdict? The Toyotas have been "slightly" quietier but not by much. People were actually surprised at the small difference.
 
If you like a soft, floaty ride you might perfer a Buick or a Toyota. There is a small noise difference but a Honda handles oh so much better.
 
I suppose what bothers one person is no big difference to another so if the slight difference is REALLY a problem maybe a CRV isn't for you.

#36 of 66 Re: Road Noise [isellhondas] by quakerwildcat

May 14, 2012 (1:42 pm)

Replying to: isellhondas (Apr 06, 2012 5:21 pm)
My wife and I really wanted to fall in love with the CR-V, but after taking it up to 80 on the highway, we decided to spend another (gulp) 8 grand on the Acura RDX. Road noise.

#37 of 66 Re: Road Noise [quakerwildcat] by isellhondas

May 21, 2012 (2:28 pm)

Replying to: quakerwildcat (May 14, 2012 1:42 pm)
Wow! 8000.00 for how much quietier??
 
A product on the market that really works well is Dynamat. It is amazing stuff. It consists of sound absorbing pads that are installed inside the doors, wheel wells and under the car. Everyone tells me that the difference in road noise is amazing.
 
We think our 2011 isn't bad at all but different people are bothered by different things I suppose.

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