The Honda HR-V is a subcompact crossover that competes with the Mazda CX-3, Nissan Kicks and Toyota C-HR.
The HR-V is the smallest of Honda’s four crossovers. Though the HR-V has been sold globally for nearly 20 years, it wasn’t available in the U.S. until the 2016 model year. The crossover has been updated for 2019 to include a new front bumper and grille design, a new infotainment system and updated available safety features.
Here is a summary of the Honda HR-V’s specifications:
Pricing
- The 2019 HR-V has a starting price of $21,565 including a $1,045 destination charge.
- The HR-V Touring has a starting price of $29,585 including the $1,045 destination charge.
- The 2018 HR-V had a starting price of $20,665 including a $995 destination fee.
Trims
- The 2019 Honda HR-V is available in five trims: LX, Sport, EX, EX-L and Touring.
Dimensions
- The HR-V has a wheelbase of 102.8 inches, an overall length of 170.4 inches and a width of 69.8 inches.
Powertrain
- All HR-V models come with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that has 141 horsepower and 127 pound-feet of torque.
- A continuously variable transmission is standard for all models. Sport and higher trims come with dual-mode paddle shifters.
Towing
- The HR-V is not rated for towing.
Mileage
- When equipped with front-wheel drive, the HR-V has EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 28 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway and 30 mpg combined.
- With all-wheel drive, the HR-V has EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 27 mpg in city driving, 31 mpg on the highway and 28 mpg combined.
Safety
- The HR-V comes standard with vehicle stability control, LED daytime running lights and brake assist.
- EX and higher trims come with forward-collision warnings, lane-departure alerts, collision-mitigation braking and road-departure mitigation.
Infotainment
- The HR-V comes standard with a 5-inch LCD screen, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity and four-speaker audio.
- Sport and higher trims come with a 7-inch touch-screen display that has Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, six-speaker audio and SMS texting functionality.
- EX and higher trims come with SiriusXM Radio and HD Radio.
- Touring trim comes with navigation and digital traffic information.
Comfort & Convenience
- The HR-V comes standard with cloth upholstery, power windows/door locks, folding rear seats and cargo tie-downs.
- Sport trim comes with sport pedals and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
- EX and higher trims come with automatic climate controls, push-button start, programmable door locks and heated front seats.
- EX-L and Touring trims come with leather upholstery.
- Touring trim comes with a power-adjustable driver’s seat.
Editor’s note: All photos courtesy of Honda.