[Oldengineer]

I own a 2010 CRV LX 2WD. I've put 40K miles on it so far, and, I'm somewhat dissapointed by it.
1. The fuel economy is less than expected - running at interstate speeds (70 MPH) drops it's fuel economy into the low 20 MPG range.
2. The engine makes all its power at high rpm. Mine has to turn 4500 rpm to climb significant grades on the interstate.
3. Performace, even with 180 HP on tap, is mediocre to me. The engine simply doesn't make much torque at low rpm. I sometimes have to come out of interstate ramps with her at 7000 rpm to merge safely in traffic.
4. Road noise in the CRV is excessive - it may bother you.
5. Mine's OK on long trips, but, not the most enjoyable ride.
6. Reliability is OK I guess - mine recently required $500 for an alignment and new rear tires, because the rear suspension went out of alignment and it quiclky ate its rear tires.

IMO - I'd look at the RAV with the optional V6 engine - I think you'd like it better. To put this in perspective - my other vehicle is also a little SUV. Its a Mercedes Benz GLK350 4Matic. It weighs in at about 4000 pounds, has all wheel drive, and its V6 makes 80 - 90 more HP than the CRV does. It's about 2.5 seconds faster to 60 than the CRV, and, has no problem cruising at high speeds. It's getting 25+ mpg running interstate speeds, and, handles like a sports sedan. The CRV now sits on the driveway when wife and I take a long trip.

Just my 2 cents worth
Oldengineer