My Honda CRV has been a reliable and dependable vehicle for the 8 plus years I've owned it. It gets very good mileage on the highway (31 - 32 mpg) and is a comfortable size for an SUV - easy to park and maneuver. I've had the usual maintenance issues for a vehicle older than 5 years but nothing that I feel is too much to bear. It's my first SUV and I love the height of the driver's position, and it doesn't feel like I'm driving anything larger than a compact car. The LX trim I chose is not top-of-the-line (that would be the EX) but I'm very happy with the vehicle. I will definitely be looking at another Honda CRV when it comes time to trade this one in.