What is the Honda HR-V?
The HR-V is Honda’s compact crossover, with a raised driving position and a cabin designed for everyday use. It sits below the CR-V in Honda’s SUV range. Some versions have Honda’s Magic Seat system, which lets the rear seat cushions fold up to make room for taller items.
The HR-V generations differ by region. The first generation (1999–2006) was sold in Europe and the UK. A second generation (2015–2022) followed in Europe, the UK, the US and Canada. Europe and the UK moved to a third generation (2022–today), while North America received a separate second generation (2023–today).
Engines and power
In the European Union, HR-V engines range from 1.5 L to 1.6 L, with power from 79 kW (107 PS) to 144 kW (196 PS). Fuel types include petrol, diesel, hybrid and plug-in hybrid. In the UK, engines also span 1.5 L to 1.6 L, with power from 79 kW (107 PS) to 134 kW (182 PS); petrol, diesel and hybrid versions are listed.
In the US and Canada, the HR-V has petrol engines from 1.8 L to 2.0 L.
How economical is the Honda HR-V?
The lowest listed EU figure is 4 L/100 km on the WLTP test for petrol, diesel or hybrid versions. The lowest listed plug-in hybrid figure is 5.4 L/100 km WLTP. This weighted figure assumes that part of the driving is electric. In the UK, the lowest listed figure is also 4 L/100 km, measured under the older NEDC procedure.
In the US, the lowest listed combined rating is 31 MPG, or 7.6 L/100 km, under the EPA procedure. Canada’s lowest is 7.6 L/100 km on NRCan’s 5-cycle test. These results use different procedures: Europe uses WLTP or NEDC, the US uses EPA testing, and Canada uses its 5-cycle test.
Where was the HR-V sold?
Official figures cover the European Union, the UK, France, the United States and Canada. EU registrations span 2015–2025 and total 310,757 cars. UK figures span 2000–2026, while the US and Canadian figures begin in 2016. France’s listed entry is a 2026 hybrid.
Questions and answers
When did the Honda HR-V generations arrive?
The first generation ran from 1999 to 2006, the European second generation from 2015 to 2022, and the European third generation from 2022 onward. North America received a separate second generation from 2023 onward.
What is the HR-V’s lowest listed European consumption?
It is 4 L/100 km on the WLTP test for petrol, diesel or hybrid versions. The listed plug-in hybrid weighted figure is 5.4 L/100 km WLTP and assumes some electric driving.
What engines and power are listed for the EU HR-V?
The EU range spans 1.5 L to 1.6 L and 79 kW (107 PS) to 144 kW (196 PS).
