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Are the Honda CR-V diesel engines reliable?

We are considering buying a 2- or 3-year-old Honda CR-V and wondered how good and reliable the diesel engines are? Are they likely to have problems later on when the mileage gets high?

Asked on 1 July 2010 by Pharma

Answered by David Ross
For a full list of what to watch out for when looking at a Honda CR-V go here: honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/honda/cr-v-2007?section=...d
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