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Honda HR-V: Trims, Generations & Buyer's Guide
Last updated August 4, 2026
The Honda HR-V is a small five-seat SUV known for city-friendly dimensions, flexible cargo space, and straightforward everyday practicality. It sits below the CR-V in Honda’s SUV range.
The HR-V has always focused on fitting useful passenger and cargo space into an easy-to-manage SUV. The first U.S. generation stood out for its unusually flexible rear-seat layout. Since the 2023 redesign, it has grown into a more mature, adult-friendly vehicle while keeping the same practical focus.
Strengths
- Its compact size makes it easy to manage around town while still providing seating for five.
- The rear seat folds to create useful cargo space, with up to 55.1 cubic feet in the 2027 model.
- Standard driver-assistance technology gives recent HR-V models a solid everyday safety foundation.
- Front-wheel-drive and AWD versions cover both ordinary commuting and driving in snow or changing road conditions.
- The 2023 redesign brought a larger, more adult-friendly cabin and a cleaner, more mature design.
Who it's for
The HR-V fits commuters, small families, and first-time SUV shoppers who want something easy to handle without giving up a useful back seat and cargo area. Front-wheel-drive versions suit routine city and suburban use, while AWD versions make sense for drivers who regularly face snow or changing road conditions.
Honda HR-V lineup
The LX is the straightforward entry trim for shoppers who want the HR-V’s core space, safety technology, and everyday usability. The Sport, introduced for 2019, adds a more style-focused identity and has often brought worthwhile tech upgrades as well. The EX-L is the comfort-focused upper trim, making it the one to pick when a nicer cabin and more convenience matter more than keeping things simple.
Honda HR-V generations
From 2016 to 2027, the HR-V spans two generations. The current 2nd Generation arrived for 2023, following the 1st Generation (2016–2022).
2nd Generation (2023–Present)
This generation moved to a larger, Civic-based platform with a roomier cabin, a 158-hp 2.0-liter engine, and an updated standard safety suite. It also gained a more sophisticated rear suspension and dropped the previous generation’s flexible Magic Seat layout from its defining formula.
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2027
Carries over from 2026 with the same engine, three trims, safety equipment, and touchscreen system.
2026
Every trim gains a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wireless phone charger, USB-C ports, and rear privacy glass.
2025
Blind-spot monitoring becomes standard on Sport and EX-L; the rest of the lineup is largely unchanged.
2024
Carries over with the same three trims, 158-hp engine, and standard driver-assist safety suite.
2023New generation
Fully redesigned on a larger Civic-based platform with a 158-hp 2.0-liter engine, a new rear suspension, and broader standard safety and technology.
1st Generation (2016–2022)
The first U.S.-market HR-V was a small crossover positioned below the CR-V. Its 1.8-liter engine and flexible Magic Seat rear layout defined this generation, which received a meaningful styling and technology update for 2019.
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2022Trim changes
Final year of the original U.S. generation; it carries over with the same four trims, 1.8-liter engine, and automatic transmission.
2021
Sport, EX, EX-L, and Touring receive new wheel designs, while Sport gains rear privacy glass.
2020
Carries over without notable styling, powertrain, safety, or touchscreen changes.
2019Mid-cycle update
Refreshed styling arrives with an automatic-only lineup, new Sport and Touring trims, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on Sport and above, and added driver-assist features on EX and above.
2018
Carries over with the same three trims and 1.8-liter engine.
2017Trim changes
Carries over with the same trims, engine, and transmission choices; only the paint selection changes.
2016New generation
The HR-V launches in the U.S. as Honda’s small crossover, with a 1.8-liter engine and a flexible Magic Seat rear layout.
What's new by year
See what changed in a specific model year of the Honda HR-V.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Honda HR-V a small SUV or a hatchback?
The Honda HR-V is a small, four-door SUV with seating for five. Its compact size makes it easy to manage in town, while the folding rear seat and useful cargo area give it more everyday flexibility than a typical small car.
What is the Honda HR-V known for?
The HR-V is known for practical space in a city-friendly footprint. First-generation models stand out for their highly flexible Magic Seat. The 2023 redesign brought a larger platform, a more adult-friendly cabin, and broader standard safety technology.
Who is the Honda HR-V a good fit for?
The HR-V suits commuters, couples, and small households that want an easy-to-park SUV with five seats and flexible cargo room. Front-wheel-drive versions cover everyday driving, while AWD versions better suit shoppers who regularly face snow or changing road conditions.
Is the Honda HR-V a hybrid?
No. U.S.-market HR-Vs from 2016 through 2027 use gasoline four-cylinder engines. The lineup covered here does not include a hybrid or fully electric version.
Does the Honda HR-V have AWD?
Yes. The HR-V has been sold in both front-wheel-drive and AWD forms. Check the drivetrain on the individual used vehicle because most trim names do not guarantee AWD. Touring models from their 2019–2021 run are the notable exception, with AWD as standard.
How many generations of the Honda HR-V are there in the U.S.?
There are two U.S.-market generations. The first ran from 2016 through 2022 and emphasized its flexible Magic Seat. The second arrived for 2023 on a larger, Civic-related platform with a stronger engine, a roomier-feeling cabin, and updated safety and tech.
What engine does the Honda HR-V use?
First-generation HR-Vs use a 141-hp 1.8-liter four-cylinder. Models from the 2023 redesign onward use a 158-hp 2.0-liter four-cylinder and a continuously variable automatic transmission. Most older HR-Vs also have that type of automatic, though some early LX and EX models had a manual.
How much passenger and cargo room does the Honda HR-V have?
The latest HR-V seats five and has 37.7 inches of rear legroom. Folding the split rear seat expands cargo capacity to 55.1 cubic feet, making it useful for groceries, luggage, and other everyday loads.
Honda HR-V Reviews
What owners are saying about the Honda HR-V.
4.1
Honda HR-V
(16,479 reviews)
“Sensible car with no frills. Gets you to where you need but doesn't have assisted controls or any automatic features. Very old school heating and ac”
“This is a very practical and reliable vehicle for the price. If you want more options, you need to purchase a more expensive trim.”
“It's great, it is just a little lacking in horsepower and respectively, pick up and acceleration. The engine is ever so slightly louder than one would expect, from a car with not as much horsepower as it sounds.”
“Honda brakes and Indiana snow and ice don't mix well without pumping them. Make sure to get the slide correct option.”
“The Honda HR-V is perfect for those looking for a car that is versatile and functional. Gas mileage is excellent and it lives up to the solid Honda reputation.”
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