2017 Honda HR-V Prices, Reviews & Vehicle Overview

2017 Honda HR-V Overview

Not long ago, compact crossovers surpassed midsize sedans as the best-selling class of vehicle. With that market firmly established, automakers have been betting on even smaller models to become the next big thing. Honda entered that arena last year with the HR-V, a subcompact that retains the basic crossover qualities that enticed buyers years ago, but on a smaller scale. Honda promotes the HR-V’s affordability and coupe-like styling, though the latter claim seems like a stretch.

What's New for 2017

All-new for 2016, the HR-V is a carryover except for one new color choice: Lunar Silver metallic has replaced Alabaster Silver.

Choosing Your Honda HR-V

Based on the subcompact Honda Fit, the HR-V is likely to remind you of a seven-tenths scale model of the brand's larger, highly popular CR-V. Like its big brother, the HR-V holds a surprising amount of cargo for its size: up to 58.8 cubic feet with back seats folded down, and 24.3 with the seats up. That amount of space puts it ahead of most of today’s extra-small crossovers, and even beats some compact models.

The rear seat easily accommodates two adults. Three-across seating is only practical for youngsters. The seat folds down as expected, but can also fold up and flip backward, leaving a deep storage well in its place. Honda calls this feature its Magic Seat.

Every HR-V is powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that develops 141 horsepower, which is roughly typical for this type of vehicle. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, or a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is available for $800. The CVT is required with the optional all-wheel drive system, which we consider a bargain at $1,300.

According to the EPA, you can expect an estimated 28 mpg in combined driving with the six-speed manual (25-mpg city/33-mpg highway). Gas mileage is thriftier with the CVT, having qualified as class-leading, at 28/34 mpg city/highway (31 mpg combined). All-wheel drive models, being heavier, promise a still-impressive 27/31 mpg city/highway, or 29 mpg combined.

Comfort and convenience features are determined by trim level:

LX
For $20,200 (destination charge included) with manual shift, the entry-level model gets all the basics, such as power windows and locks, power mirrors, air conditioning, and a four-speaker sound system. LED brake lights, remote entry, and daytime running lights also are standard. For a base model, the LX comes with a few surprising touches, including a rearview camera, 17-inch alloy wheels, and Bluetooth phone and audio. The electric parking brake includes automatic hold.

EX
For an additional $2,050, the EX tacks on heated front seats, a moonroof, automatic climate control, heated mirrors, foglamps, pushbutton start, six-speaker sound, and rear privacy glass. The rearview camera includes dynamic guidelines. Standard Honda LaneWatch gives a view of the area to the rear of the right-hand mirror, when the turn signal is activated.

EX-L Navi
In addition to a navigation system with voice recognition, the top model comes standard with the CVT, plus leather-trimmed upholstery, roof rails, an auto-dimming inside mirror, HD radio, and satellite radio. Sticker price is $25,675.

Except for the usual dealer-installed accessories, no individual options are offered for the HR-V.

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Even the base LX model is tempting, in terms of features. Still, the $2,050 price difference between the LX and EX is small enough for us to recommend using the EX as your starting point. Its upgrades hit several significant marks, making the step-up HR-V feel like a complete crossover that you can live with for years to come.

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2017 Honda HR-V Review

The HR-V may be Honda's smallest crossover, but its efficient interior packaging makes it a highly practical family vehicle.

Pricing and Equipment

The HR-V lineup starts with the budget-friendly LX, priced at $20,405, destination included, which features typical conveniences, including:

A four-speaker sound system with Bluetooth phone and audio
A rearview camera
A configurable split-folding rear seat
17-inch alloy wheels

Stepping up to the $22,455 EX brings in some upscale features like a push-button start, a sunroof, a seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and Honda's LaneWatch blind-spot monitoring system. The line-topping EX-L, priced from $25,880, gets leather seats, navigation, and satellite radio.

Performance Pros

The Honda HR-V is powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers a modest 141 horsepower, but impressive efficiency:

With the standard six-speed manual and front-wheel drive, the HR-V is EPA-rated at 28 miles per gallon in combined city and highway driving. Select the available continuously variable transmission (CVT), and the HR-V earns 31 mpg combined, which puts it at the very top of the crossover class.
Even with the optional all-wheel drive system (which requires the CVT), the HR-V returns a formidable 29 mpg combined.

Performance Cons

Power felt adequate to us until the seats started to fill up. With a full crew aboard, the HR-V can feel sluggish.
Despite its spunky exterior, the HR-V's suspension is tuned for passenger comfort, not driver amusement. It lacks the engaging road manners offered by some small crossover.

Interior Pros

The rear seat folds down as expected, but it can also fold up and flip backward, leaving a deep storage well in its place. Honda calls this feature Magic Seat, a name we can't argue with.
The Honda HR-V can handle 58.8 cubic feet of cargo, more than any other subcompact crossover we know of.

Interior Cons

We regret to report that the infotainment system on the EX and EX-L still uses capacitive-touch volume control. Honda has replaced this much-maligned feature with a physical knob on other models, but not the HR-V.
The passenger-side air vents are arrayed in a horizontal strip that gives the dashboard an oddly asymmetrical appearance.

The Most Pleasant Surprise

The HR-V's smooth, relaxing ride comes very close to what we expect from large, three-row crossovers.

The Least Pleasant Surprise

Honda offers a suite of active technology throughout its lineup, but not on the HR-V. Features like automatic braking and lane keeping assist aren't available at any price.

The Bottom Line

The Honda HR-V demonstrates that, while there are some compromises to make when going small, room and comfort don't have to be among them.

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2017 Honda HR-V Overview

What's New for 2017

Choosing Your Honda HR-V

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EX-L Navi

2017 Honda HR-V Review

Pricing and Equipment

Performance Pros

Performance Cons

Interior Pros

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The Most Pleasant Surprise

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The Bottom Line

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