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BMW 3-Series and Honda CR-V Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

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Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
82 vehicles, 11.2 months per vehicle, 11600 miles driven2017 Honda CR-V
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  82 vehicles, 11.2 months per vehicle, 11600 miles driven
50 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 22200 miles driven

Refresh. Most of the reported repairs are minor creaks and rattles, plus some minor electrical problems.2016		 BMW 3-Series / M3
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  50 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 22200 miles driven

Refresh. Most of the reported repairs are minor creaks and rattles, plus some minor electrical problems.
48 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 22800 miles driven2016 Honda CR-V
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  48 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 22800 miles driven
51 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 31100 miles driven

Includes 4-Series.2015		 BMW 3-Series / M3
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  51 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 31100 miles driven

Includes 4-Series.
48 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 38100 miles driven2015 Honda CR-V
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  48 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 38100 miles driven
62 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 48000 miles driven

Includes 4-Series.2014		 BMW 3-Series
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  62 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 48000 miles driven

Includes 4-Series.
56 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 48500 miles driven2014 Honda CR-V
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  56 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 48500 miles driven
37 vehicles, 11.1 months per vehicle, 62500 miles driven2013 BMW 3-Series 4dr
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  37 vehicles, 11.1 months per vehicle, 62500 miles driven
48 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 61300 miles driven2013 Honda CR-V
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  48 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 61300 miles driven
44 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 68300 miles driven2012 Honda CR-V
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  44 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 68300 miles driven
66 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 72200 miles driven

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3. Common problem with the water pump in the 335i.2011		 BMW 328
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  66 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 72200 miles driven

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3. Common problem with the water pump in the 335i.
35 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 83100 miles driven2011 Honda CR-V
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  35 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 83100 miles driven
28 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 94900 miles driven2010 Honda CR-V Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  28 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 94900 miles driven
28 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 103600 miles driven2008 Honda CR-V Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  28 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 103600 miles driven
27 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 96900 miles driven2007 BMW 328 Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  27 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 96900 miles driven
25 vehicles, 11.2 months per vehicle, 99000 miles driven2007 BMW 335 Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  25 vehicles, 11.2 months per vehicle, 99000 miles driven
43 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 114200 miles driven2007 Honda CR-V
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  43 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 114200 miles driven
30 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 120700 miles driven

First year for the E90 4-door.2006		 BMW 3-Series 4dr Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  30 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 120700 miles driven

First year for the E90 4-door.
31 vehicles, 10.9 months per vehicle, 146500 miles driven

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3.2004		 BMW 3-Series Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  31 vehicles, 10.9 months per vehicle, 146500 miles driven

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3.
26 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 143000 miles driven

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3.2002		 BMW 3-Series Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  26 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 143000 miles driven

Average odometer reading much lower for the M3.

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BMW 3-Series vs. Honda CR-V Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of BMW 3-Series and Honda CR-V reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of BMW 3-Seriess and Honda CR-Vs with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of BMW 3-Seriess and Honda CR-Vs that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track BMW 3-Series and Honda CR-V lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the BMW 3-Series and Honda CR-V have been recently.

To see how frequently BMW 3-Series and Honda CR-V problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the BMW 3-Series

BMW 3-Series Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 see full BMW 3-Series review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Acura = Honda Audi = VW Mercedes = Chrysler (still) Lexus = Toyota Infinity = Datsun BMW = BMW see full BMW 3-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 BMW proved once again the 3 series is the ultimate driving machine see full BMW 3-Series review
2008 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 well regarded by most enthusiasts see full BMW 3-Series review
2008 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 BMW 3 series regularly makes lists as a "drivers car" and best in its class. see full BMW 3-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Looks are amazing. see full BMW 3-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 Built solidly and lasts see full BMW 3-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 exclusivity see full BMW 3-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 The 3-series is considered the benchmark for sporty sedans. see full BMW 3-Series review
2007 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed manual RWD		 the 3-series really seems to be the sport sedan icon to which all other brands are compared. It feels good owning the best-of-the-best. And did I mention great re-sale value? A truly great, dependable and well-handling car. see full BMW 3-Series review
BMW 3-Series Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 265hp 3.0L I6 Diesel
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 You know. But hey, you buy it because of how it drives, irregardless of others perceptions. see full BMW 3-Series review
2002 2dr Coupe 225-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed manual RWD		 When you drive a BMW, everyone on the road assumes you're the biggest a$$hole on the face of the Earth. Sure there are some bad actors out there, but the majority of us are really nice people...I promise! see full BMW 3-Series review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Honda CR-V

Honda CR-V Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD		 Great reputation = great resale value see full Honda CR-V review
2010 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD		 Overall it is a very easy car to own. No problems, easy to get in and out of, easy to drive. Good storage. it is well designed and well built. see full Honda CR-V review
2008 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD		 I have always been a Toyota buyer.... I did not like the styling of the new Rav and decided to give Honda a look. Glad I did... Honda and Toyota always seemed to run neck and neck on quality.... now I hear Toyota has slipped a bit. see full Honda CR-V review
2008 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD		 expected resale value in three years see full Honda CR-V review
2008 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD		 The crv has a reputation for keeping a high resale value. we keep are cars for about 10 yrs and I hope to resell for a reasonable price. see full Honda CR-V review
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD		 Reliability, quality, handling better than Toyota. see full Honda CR-V review
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD		 Have owned several Hondas and all were excellent vehicles in design and execution. see full Honda CR-V review
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD		 Honda! see full Honda CR-V review
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD		 Resale good. see full Honda CR-V review
2007 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD		 I owned an Accord for 13 years and few problems. To me, Honda means reliability and problem-free ownership. see full Honda CR-V review
Honda CR-V Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD		 All Honda owners that I know LOVE their vehicle, and they all claim their next purchase will be another Honda. This is my first Honda and with only (500) miles on it, I have little, if anything to gripe about. see full Honda CR-V review
2002 4dr SUV 160-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual AWD		 Love the Honda image. see full Honda CR-V review
2000 4dr SUV 146-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic AWD		 what a insult to Toyota!! today's Toyota is no long the Toyota as we knew it before. see full Honda CR-V review