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Sized extra-small, the 2024 Honda HR-V is made for the everyday driver. We look at the powertrain, technology features, and more. Find our thoughts here.
What’s New for the 2024 Honda HR-V?
The 2024 Honda HR-V brings nothing new to the table, but that’s ok as it was comprehensively overhauled in 2023 as we cover here. Ushering in the second generation of this smallest Honda crossover, the latest HR-V wears new sheet metal, has a more potent engine, a higher level of standard features, and an updated chassis that it shares with the Civic.
Aimed at “young, active buyers looking for…adventurous weekend escapes” per Honda, the HR-V appears to have hit its mark as the automaker notes it is the most popular SUV with Gen-Z customers. It’s certainly a well-rounded, if unexciting, crossover in a hot segment as we look at in detail below.
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Carsforsale.com Score
7.5/10
Powertrain
Score
7/10
Interior
Score
7.75/10
Technology
Score
8/10
Value
Score
7.25/10
The Breakdown
Standard adaptive cruise control
Solid fuel economy
Ample cargo space
Poky powertrain
Lack of backseat USB ports
No optional audio system
A balanced and competent crossover
2024 HR-V Specs
- 158 horsepower from base engine
- 138 lb-ft of torque from base engine
- 3 available trims
- 24.4 cu-ft of cargo capacity
- 55.1 cu-ft of cargo capacity with seats folded
- Top marks from the NHTSA
- Available wireless smartphone mirroring
- Two years of complimentary maintenance
2024 Honda HR-V Powertrain 7/10
There’s nothing wrong with the 2024 Honda HR-V powertrain. It’s a 158-horse four-cylinder engine that makes 138 lb-ft of torque and pairs with a CVT to spin the front wheels. The HR-V is slow to accelerate, clocking in at a leisurely 9.4 seconds in a 0-60 mph test. Keep in mind that would be with just a driver behind the wheel. Add in passengers with cargo and the HR-V will become a serious slowpoke. If you’d like some sport in your SUV, check out the Mazda CX-30 that we compare to the HR-V here.
All three HR-V models come in FWD setup with AWD a $1,500 option across the board. In standard guise, the HR-V is rated for 26/32 mpg in city/highway driving or 25/30 when fitted with the AWD running gear. As we said, this is all well and fine, but it would be nice to see Honda drop in a hybrid powertrain for even better fuel efficiency and/or the 180-horse turbocharged mill from the Civic. They do share a platform after all.
2024 Honda HR-V Interior 7.75/10
Honda did a nice job with the revised second-gen HR-V cabin design. A honeycomb metal inlay runs across the dash to conceal the HVAC vents and add a touch of style. In LX trim, the patterned cloth seats look elegant, particularly in gray which brings two-tone door and dash panels. The Sport model adds orange stitching that looks, um, sporty and the leather-only EX-L variant dials up the poshness to just the right amount.
Capable of seating five, the HR-V’s back seat can be folded down in a 60/40 split configuration to open up 55 cubic feet of cargo space. With those seats upright, there is still a usable 24.4 cubic feet of space in the cargo bay. Unfortunately, the Magic Seat feature that was included on first-gen HR-Vs, which we compare to the new model here, has gone away. But standard Active Noise Cancellation and available heated front seats lessen the loss by ensuring ample passenger comfort.
2024 Honda HR-V Technology Features 8/10
You can get a sense of how much the technology on the latest HR-V has improved by reading this comparison of the first-gen model and a Nissan Kicks. For one thing, there is now a standard 7-inch infotainment touchscreen and an optional 9-inch unit. All HR-Vs come with Apple and Android mirroring tech, but only the EX-L has a wireless connection to go with the bigger screen. It would be nice to have the option for a premium audio system from the likes of Bose or Harman Kardon, but Honda caps stereo equipment at an 8-speaker factory setup on top-spec models.
Honda Sensing, the automaker’s suite of advanced driver aids, brings forward collision mitigation, a lane-keeping system, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams to every 2024 HR-V. There are also 10 standard airbags, an impressively high count that includes dual front knee airbags. It’s a winning combination as the 2024 HR-V earned a 5-Star overall rating from the NHTSA. The 2023 model brought home Top Safety Pick+ status from the IIHS and though the 2024 model has not yet been tested, it should do well as nothing has changed for the latest model year.
2024 Honda HR-V Trims & Pricing
LX – $25,395
Base 2024 Honda HR-Vs come with LED headlights and taillights, 17-inch alloy wheels, and body-color door handles. Cabin amenities include single-zone automatic climate control, a tilt-and-telescoping steering column, and your choice of black or gray cloth upholstery. A 4-speaker stereo system is part of the deal as is Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a central 7-inch infotainment touchscreen, and a 7-inch multi-information display within the tachometer.
Sport – $27,495
Sport models get spruced up with gloss black 18-inch rims, a special black front grille and bumper treatment as well as tinted rear windows and passive entry with walk-away auto lock. The steering wheel and shift lever are wrapped in leather with an orange stitch pattern that is applied throughout the cabin, which also features heated front seats. These models are upgraded to six speakers and have the option to add blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert for $550.
EX-L – $28,200
The top-spec EX-L comes with a sunroof, machine-finished rims, dual-zone automatic climate control, and LED ambient cabin lighting. Other highlights include leather upholstery, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Tech steps up a level with a 9-inch infotainment screen, wireless smartphone integration, a wireless charging pad, and parking sensors front and rear.
2024 Honda HR-V Overall Value 7.25/10
Given the tight spread in prices between all three models, the EX-L would still represent a good value for the 2024 Honda HR-V. It’s the only way to score wireless smartphone mirroring, which is a must-have bit of tech. Add in the leather seating, moonroof, and parking sonar and the slight price bump over a Sport model seems worthwhile. At this near $30,000 price point with AWD added in, the AWD-only 2024 Kia Seltos in SX trim offers more power, more technology, and a better warranty, but within the HR-V lineup, the EX-L is the way to go. Be sure to check out the latest new car incentives before any test drives.
CarsForSale.com Overall Score 7.5/10
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On the whole and in a vacuum, the 2024 Honda HR-V is a balanced and competent crossover. It comes with Honda’s reputation for reliability and careful engineering, but exciting is not one of its virtues. And when you compare it to the likes of a Kia Seltos, a notable gap in available technology and advanced safety systems becomes glaringly evident. The same is true of the warranty, which for the Honda includes a 3-year/36,000-mile vehicle term, a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain term, and two years of included maintenance. Kia does not offer free service but it does have a 10-year powertrain warranty. Hopefully, Honda will decide to punch up the potency of its littlest SUV on future models.
2024 Honda HR-V FAQ
Is the HRV a Hybrid?
No, the HR-V is only offered with a gas-powered four-cylinder engine making 158 horsepower.
Is the HRV All Wheel Drive?
The HR-V is a FWD vehicle with AWD a $1,500 option on all three models.
What is the Difference Between the HRV and the CRV?
The CR-V is larger, more powerful, offers a hybrid powertrain, and is more expensive.
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