CRV SPARE TIRE SOLUTION - 2023 2024 2025 HONDA CR-V HYBRID! - MUST WATCH BEFORE YOU BUY! 

I don't know about everyone else but when I go on a long trip (ie., summer vacation) I need the cargo space. The spare tire greatly reduces the precious cargo space. Really liked the 2024 Hybrid CRV but can't get past this issue. Wonder how many sales are lost due to this shortcoming.

I would strap that down securely somehow. If you had a collision or a roll over, you don't want that launching at you and smashing your head like a squashed bug.

That's a nice kit from Modern Spare. Easy to store and move around. I was planning to buy a CR-V spare tire assembly and jack kit from a wrecking yard to take with me on long trips.

Thank you for producing this video. Living in Canada, my 2024 Hybrid Touring model comes with the same 235/55 R19 wheels with Continental Cross Contact tires as your vehicle. I have investigated Modern Spare, asked them a lot of questions, to which they have promptly replied. The correct replacement/spare for my vehicle has the same 29” diameter rolling size that the 19” Honda wheels have. So, I do not have to worry about stressing the drive train, like I might if I was to put on a smaller diameter temporary spare. Why is this important? Because this generation of CRV has a different AWD system than 5th generation models had, in that it is always engaged, and always delivering some torque to the rear wheels. Having a difference in rolling diameter could possible cause the computer to start throwing codes, over time as well as likely causing overheating issues. This AWD system also is fully engaged on reverse as well. (something Hondas Canada told me) I will likely order up the Modern Spare kit, (tire, rim, tire bag, jack and wrench) and have it shipped to me here in Canada (it does not seem to be available anywhere in Canada). The catch is, factoring in the exchange rate between the US dollar and the Canadian dollar means that by the time I have it delivered, the cost is somewhere near $735.00 Canadian. Seems rather high, until I got a price on the Honda 19” black alloy rim with a Continental 235/55R19 Cross Contact mounted, then it seemed a fair buy. The plus of the MS kit is the space saving size - only 6 inches thick. Where I live in Saskatchewan it is most common to drive for at least two hours at highways speeds to travel from one city to another, hence the reason for the MS Kit.

I always wondered about this; felt uneasy about going on a roadtrip without a spare tire. Awesome video. I am glad there is a solution!

this is exactly what I was looking for. I was going to take one winter/all season tire on long trips but that would have taken up lots of space in the trunk.

i bought the spare tire and actually installed it to be sure it worked and it works just fine and a I am happy and feel more secure with it on board all the time

got the same spare tire!!! i carry it on my thule box on long trips!! good buy

Thanks for the review! What is the total weight of that complete spare in the bag?

Will Modern Spare lug nut remover remove flat tire lug nuts? Thanks for your video.

Just bought this vehicle. We do long distance trips and will buy his.

Thank you very much for dedicating your time to helping others, this video helped me a lot. Thank you very much.

We bought one and love it!!

I love my hybrid Hondas. I recently traded in my 3 rd accord for a CRV. My accords I had 4 flat tires and had to have my car towed to a dealer to have a new tire put on to replace the flat tires. It takes hours if not 24 hours to get a new tire. With this purchase I insisted on a spare. They gave me a full size tire. It takes up half my smaller than accord trunk space. It is heavy and don’t have enough room for it with all our travel baggage. This is a great idea. I just feel like a spare is not a good way to cut costs. The pump they give you instead of the spare did not work. My first flat I put the pump on and it didn’t reinflate the tire and caught on fire. My question is can you store stuff with the battery in the trunk on that extra wasted space where the battery is? I am afraid if I put liquids in there it could damage the battery or overheat it with cloth things in There.

Thanks for the video. Im sure Modern Tire loves the free advertising! BTW- How did you get your window trim from chrome to black? Just bought a 2024 SL and didnt think that was a trim option. Looking to do that on my new ride

Interesting & informative. I think that Modern Spare will have a bright future, since so many cars are no longer coming with spare tires! The only thing I would have liked in your review was the PRICE of the spare kit you purchased. Thanks.

I think for the price the base hybrid sport crv (which is under 40k) is the best value there is. I got mine back in july and love it. it's a modern beautiful car with honda reliability. way better than a rav4 which is being upcharged and has added fees at every dealership (and has a dated interior).

It it not dangerous if the tyre isn’t screwed down, like it usually is in the boot (trunk)??

Even my $50,000 2015 Acura MDX did not come with a spare! First thing i bought was a spare kit from Acura, which, I believe, is no longer available. The car did come with a can of “sealant “ and an air pump but that is unusable for anything but a minor tire malfunction. JMHO.

Thank you for all the information on the Modern Spare.tire. We are planning a road trip and are trying to pick up a spare for our 2024 Honda CRV Sport Touring Hybrid, it has 19" wheels. Will the Modern Spare work with our car? (Modern Spare doesn't have a 19" for sale)

Can you use CRV lug nuts or must you use the Modern Spare lug nuts? Thanks

Where on the frame do you put the jack?

but have they been tested for safety?

plug kit. normally get nail every 25k. only time i was really nervous was in the yukon territory in canada. there was no cell signal. no way to call road side assistant. how much does the spare weight and how much? part 2 changing stock to spare. i don't even know how to use the stock air pump that came with the vehicle. $379.95 - $489.95

btw do you still plan on installing fog lights? It's pretty scary to drive in the rain, I can barely see anything with the weak headlights

This is for 18 inch wheels. Honda CRV hybrid sport touring has 19 inch wheels. Does it OK/fit the spot touring wheels.

Did you ever consider switching your tires out and getting run flats? I go back & forth to Vegas monthly and that lack of a spare makes me hesitant to get this car.

I went to look at crv hybrids yesterday only to find out they don’t come with spare tires. Without a place to actually tuck away the spare, I don’t think the crv is for me. I believe the rav4 hybrids have spare tires.

It's my understanding that space is designed to keep the battery ventilated and cool, so it's not actually wasted space.

My 2024 CR-V Hybrid Sport came with a tire repair system. I understand that there could be severe tire damage that this would not work for but it should work for many situations for the avg driver. Did yours not come with one? *Edit - I drive my CRV for Uber and Lyft in Seattle. I recently had it in the shop for a repair and was renting a Polestar 2 that had a severe flat. This also did not come with a spare and only had a flat repair kit which completely failed so I then had to hire a tow truck to take the Polestar 2 back to Hertz and I also lost an entire day of work and pay. I want to get the spare kit mentioned on this video but I have to keep my back area clear for passenger’s luggage. Not sure what I’m going to do at this point.

Does the spare fit in the lower compartment area or does it take up space in the cargo area behind the back seats?

Show how ridiculous the car industry has become , when you have to buy a spare tyre

Been waiting on this video. You came thru as promised

Would it fit, standing up in the second row with the seats up?

Where can i buy all of them for crv 2024?

Is it hard to change tires? If I have one but I am old and not able to change to the spare in the event I have. Flat, is it advisable still to get one?

How about tire goo? I carry a bottle in my CRV hybrid. Didn’t know about this option. Thank you

How did you get the back open? So you can see that compartment.

You might clarify that the Sport Touring is 19" OEM tire but this spare is 18". Dealership won't endorse this practice but it will work for short distances. Also you should make it clear this is a sponsored video. But you're correct, Modern Spare is filling a need for hybrid owners.

Do you have any video or link you can share on how to remove the cargo panel correctly on the hybrid? Wife lifted the sill trim and the plastic tabs cracked on the edge in the process. It still sits snug under the rubber seal but I was looking to replace it. I'm still not sure how to slide the panel out without removing the plastic.

May I know how did you open the trunk to check the battery?

Every solution is only good as long as you "take your tire out" when your parked over night. Any tire visible will be ripped off in a hot minute along with broken windows to match.

Does anyone knows the air pressure this spare tire should have? 😮

I’m curious about the space where the spare is traditionally. Is it safe to stow your tire jack and emergency kit in there with the battery?

Thank you. Unfortunately the HONDA sales people at Herb Chamber never told me about this. I found out when I blew out a tire on the highway. The Honda 'repair' kit doesn't work for anything other than a slow leak. I would not have purchased the 2022 CRV Hybrid if I was told it does not come with a spare.

No spare tire is a deal breaker. The modern spare takes up space.

bought the 2024 crv lx best decision.

Unrelated, but how much did the dealer charge you to install the sport tailgate?

Thank you 😁👏

Would the modern spare tire fit in the extra space in the battery compartment?

Toyota includes a spare tire in their hybrid SUVs. That alone makes me choice them over Honda.

You don't mention the CR V tire inflation repair kit behind the driver side rear wheel cover...how does it work, is it effective...

Will the spare tire fit in the empty space under the rear mat?

Dang DrHonda, you have some nice looking toes! 🤩🦶🏼🦶🏼 BTW..the CRV Sport Touring is on my radar and now I have an awesome solution for the spare, which I feel is very important to have. Thanks!

So I take that modern spare will not fit in the battery storage area ?

Just today I got a flat on the interstate in our 24 sport touring. lucky we were 1 exit from the dealer and made it before the tire went completely flat. Wll cost $345 to replace the tire. and I have to leave my car there for 4 days till they can get the tire. I have bought 6 cars there so they gave me a 24 passport black edition to use for the duration. Now I am torn between buying this spare or just trading in the crv (2400 mi.)for a ridgeline black and giving my wife my 24 pilot elite. This car we did not get the tire and wheel warranty pkg,because they raised the price and lowered the coverage. Figures,but it was a gamble since we have not got a flat since 1984. But now we live in the desert 45 minutes from anything so do I really want to get caught out again?

Modern Spare is wise 👍 Would be nice to see you do the tire swap and procedure.

Where do you bought the bug deflector?

The fact that they don't go back to placing a spare on the rear tail gate like they used to is proof that it is a cost cutting measure and not lack of space.

did you notice a difference in mpg driving with the spare?

salesperson mentioned "no spare". My bad for not jumping on that for an explanation!!! It would have killed the deal if I had known. I expect this will go the same place as the push button transmissions of the 50's!! Will trade as soon as I am able!!!

Does it fit on to 2025 hybrid with 19” wheel size?

The solution to occupy half of the trunk with spare tire bag pretty ugly I would say...

I've spent the last 40 years and haven't had a flat or any problems that would force me to use a spare tire! Not that it can't happen but with the quality of tires that are produced it's not a common factor anymore or at least not as much.

I wonder if we can put that on top of the car using the rack. What do y’all think?

I got flat tire after less then 4 months on the 19 inch ;/ my old car. 14 Years never had flat tire must be bad luck or also the crv hybrid. plthe repair tool did not worked. So got to buy new one plus new tire purchase :/

Great presentation

First thing to buy too … insurance for long road trip

I hope you never get in a heavy braking situation as the spare could fly and potentially kill a passenger.

so is the non hybrid better?

i wanted to buy a rav4 hybrid , just for this reason alone. But it was cramped and interiors looked really cheap. Once i test drove the CRV, there was no going back to the Rav4.

What about getting CONTINENTAL CROSSCONTACT LX SPORT SSR, which are the run flat tires? Any thoughts or experiences that someone wants to share?

I heard somewhere that if you have one tire that you have to replace, you have to replace all four on one of these type of cars. Any truth to that?

Does this 18 inch spare fit as a temporary spare for 19 inch sport touring 2023 Crv?

The FLAW in buying a hybrid is the eventual SHOCK you will receive when you see the price will have to pay to replace that battery 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

Not knocking the video or the idea as both are great. I have two issues in carrying a spare tile like that. One is safety. If you have to stop short at highway speeds that thing is going to go flying forward resulting in a very dangerous if not deadly situation. The other concern I have is I do long distance trips (hence the need for a spare) but when I do so I have a lot of luggage and pets I need to transport. So I have no room really for a spare tire carried in the back. It bums me as I was going to consider a CRV (possibly trade in a Tucson) but I don't think this will work for me. A Rav4 is the only other option but the reports of bad road noise really concern me.

I loved driving it and saw it had no tire or storage so i bought the pilot

How much it cost for spare tyre

Not getting a hybrid after this video. There is no spare tire for 40k car. Also, you need to maintain like a regular car. Idk if the hybrid battery needs to be changed. That cost you arm and leg

How much for that brand of spare tire,you never mentioned $$$$$😮😮😮😮

It won’t fit underneath?

I love my 2023 CRV Hybrid, but sometimes I wonder if I should’ve gone with a Tesla model Y 🤔

Ki will never buy a vehicle without a spare tire. I will never buy a vehicle with run flat tires and no spare. Like the Lexus NX 350. No thank you.

How much is the tire?

No reason except you now have substantially less storage space.

That's a deal breaker.

thats not secure in serious roll over accident that tire inside the cabin can be deadly

I have the 2024 CRV hybrid sport and my car came with a spare tire. 🤔

Great thing. Except I'll take my chances not to carry it. I bought an extendable rachet that can be used as breaker bar and install the wheels easily. Also bought an electric jack which will allow for super easy and fast car lift. 99.9% of the time you just need to plug your tire. Very unlikely you'll ever damage your sidewall. I also carry plenty plugs with me.

On a long road trip with luggage and people, who the hell has the room to put the spare in the cargo area?

the problem with this tire would be that there is no way you can really not secure it in the trunk. in the event of a front crash , it will most likely crush the head of the rear passenger. Hence I would never buy this. If that means that i will be stranded on the road for a few hours so be it.

That thing is going to be a missle into your rear seat passengers if you get into an accident.

Wow. So on a long road trip when you need the cargo space the most for luggage and a cooler, you have to put that massive spare tire in there instead. Deal breaker.

RAV4 has a spare tire even on the hybrid

Its interesting that some owners wouldn't even try or just don't have the skill set to change a tire out on the open road, during bad weather etc even if they had a spare tire that came with the car new. This is a good option. 85% of flats are from punctures to the tread. This would allow ANYONE to repair the tire such as to get going to a tire shop and have it repaired completely or replaced if necessary. Refer to ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-0fU4LdjXXDk.htmlsi=SWLVi40I1BUR8_rF ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-0fU4LdjXXDk.htmlsi=SWLVi40I1BUR8_rF