The 2025 Honda HR-V is a stylish Subcompact Crossover SUV that serves as the entry point to Honda’s SUV lineup. Built on the same platform as the Honda Civic, it offers a smooth, car-like driving experience but with the elevated seating and versatility people love in an SUV. It is an ideal choice for urban dwellers or first-time SUV buyers who want a premium feel in a compact, easy-to-maneuver package.
Performance & Capability
- Engine: 2.0L 4-Cylinder (Naturally Aspirated).
- Power: 158 hp / 138 lb-ft torque.
- Transmission: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with Sport Mode.
- Drive: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) standard; Real Time AWD™ available on all trims.
- Efficiency: Solid fuel economy for its class, averaging 26 MPG City / 32 MPG Highway (FWD). The HR-V focuses on “consistent and reliable power.” While not built for speed, its independent rear suspension provides a much more refined and comfortable ride than many other small crossovers.
Comfort & Practicality
The 2025 HR-V features a “Human-Centered” interior design with high-quality materials and the same distinctive honeycomb mesh dashboard found in the Civic and CR-V.
- The Screens: Comes standard with a 7-inch digital driver display. Infotainment options include a 7-inch color touchscreen on base models and a larger 9-inch high-definition touchscreen with wireless charging on the EX-L trim.
- Cargo: Offers a versatile cargo area with 24.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats, expanding to 55.1 cubic feet when the 60/40 split second-row seats are folded flat.
- Visibility: Engineered with slim roof pillars and door-mounted mirrors to provide the driver with an exceptionally wide and clear field of view.
Safety & Features
Every 2025 HR-V comes standard with the Honda Sensing® suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies:
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow.
- Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™).
- Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS).
- Traffic Jam Assist: Provides steering and speed support in heavy, slow-moving traffic.
- Acoustic Glass: The EX-L trim includes an acoustic windshield to significantly reduce road and wind noise inside the cabin.
