2026 Honda HR-V: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2026 Honda HR-V gets a light refresh led by more standard technology. Every trim has a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a wireless phone charger.
About the 2026 Honda HR-V
2nd generation (2023-present), fourth model year; light 2026 update
Honda positions the HR-V as its gateway SUV: a right-sized crossover that is easy to park but still useful for everyday cargo and passenger needs. The focus is not speed or towing, but clean styling, simple controls, standard safety tech, and a roomy cabin for its footprint. Within Honda’s SUV range, it serves shoppers who want practical SUV versatility and modern connectivity in a smaller package than the CR-V.
The LX remains the straightforward foundation, with a 158-hp engine, Honda’s safety suite, automatic climate control, and the upgraded touchscreen system. Sport emphasizes a darker look with gloss-black 18-inch wheels while adding heated front seats and blind-spot monitoring. EX-L is the comfort-focused version, with leather-trimmed heated seats, a power driver’s seat, dual-zone climate control, a moonroof, and parking sensors.
What changed, by category
2026 Honda HR-V specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 32 mpg | 32 mpg | 32 mpg |
| Horsepower | 158 hp | 158 hp | 158 hp |
| Torque | 138 lb-ft | 138 lb-ft | 138 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 55.1 cu-ft | 55.1 cu-ft | 55.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.7 in | 37.7 in | 37.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Remote Start | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2026 Honda HR-V?
The biggest change is more standard technology. Every 2026 HR-V has a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a wireless phone charger.
Was the 2026 Honda HR-V redesigned?
No, the 2026 Honda HR-V was not redesigned. It receives a light update during the generation that began for 2023, with changes focused on technology, privacy glass, and wheels.
Does the 2026 Honda HR-V LX have wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes, the 2026 HR-V LX has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also has the lineup’s standard 9-inch touchscreen, wireless phone charger, USB-C connectivity, and rear privacy glass.
Did the 2026 Honda HR-V get a new engine?
No, the 2026 Honda HR-V keeps its 158-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and continuously variable automatic transmission. The update does not bring a powertrain change.
Which 2026 Honda HR-V trims received wheel updates?
The LX and EX-L received wheel updates for 2026. The LX gets pewter gray 17-inch alloy wheels, while the EX-L replaces its previous 17-inch design with 18-inch machine-finished alloy wheels.