2022 Honda HR-V

The HR-V range starts with LX trim, which costs $22,645 including destination in front-wheel-drive mode. Sport models start at $24,595, while EX is available from $25,845 and flagship EX-L costs $27,345 in FWD guise. AWD is a $1,500 uptick on each trim level.

Every HR-V is powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder gas engine, generating 141 horsepower and 127 pound-feet of torque. This is supplied to either the front or all four wheels through a CVT automatic transmission, returning an EPA-estimated 28 miles per gallon city, 34 mpg highway, and 30 combined in FWD guise. AWD economy suffers slightly, with LX returning 27/31/29 MPG; all other AWD models drop to 26/31/28 MPG on account of their extra equipment and weight.

Cargo capacity for the five-seater FWD HR-V stands at 24.3 cu ft with the rear seats in place, and 58.8 cu ft once they’re dropped. In AWD models, the extra running gear means these figures drop to 23.2 and 57.6 cu ft respectively.

There’s a distinctly two-tier approach to HR-V safety. Every model receives basics like stability assist, brakeforce distribution and six airbags. However, LX and Sport miss out on the Honda Sensing suite of technologies which are standard on EX and EX-L models. This suite includes automatic lights, lane keeping assistance with departure warning, collision mitigation braking and adaptive cruise control.

A four-speaker audio system and five-inch color LCD screen are the underpinnings of the LX’s rather primitive infotainment system, though it does feature Bluetooth and a USB input socket. Sport has a beefier four-speaker stereo and a seven-inch touchscreen, plus smartphone integration, but you’ll need at least EX trim for satellite radio and extra speakers. Navigation isn’t available anywhere across the range, even as an option.

LX models are surprisingly basic, but they do come with air conditioning, power windows and side mirrors, cruise control, and remote entry allied to an alarm system. Otherwise, you’ll find a four-speaker stereo, no touchscreen infotainment system, manual seat adjustment, and a solitary 12-volt power outlet.

It isn’t possible to customize any HR-V models with packages or upgrades.

With a seven-inch touchscreen and 180-watt audio system, Sport models also receive Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration. Sport pedals complement a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, while external flourishes include front fog lights and rear privacy glass, roof rails, and underbody spoilers. Active noise cancellation helps to reduce background rumbles on the move.

For just $800 more than the Premium, the Sport trim adds several features. Keep in mind, though, the manual transmission is standard. Otherwise, the CVT is a $1,100 upgrade. This trim comes with 18-inch machine finish alloy wheels, an exclusive sport-tuned suspension, and active torque vectoring. An 8-inch touchscreen display, keyless entry with push-button start, aluminum pedals, and leather touchpoints are included.

Regaining the leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob featured on Sport but not EX, flagship EX-L trim also receives an automatically dimming rear-view mirror. It’s the only HR-V to have leather seating, but otherwise, it’s identical to EX trim.

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