North America has welcomed the 2023 Honda HR-V, but this is not the global version. The U.S. gets a different take on the subcompact crossover, this one being based on the 11th-generation Civic while bringing a bigger 2.0-liter power unit.
He adds that the new model is expected to draw a new generation of Honda customers, to be positioned as a segment leader targeted towards a young demographic as well as first-time car buyers.
Exterior
The new HR-V stands 4,568mm long, 1,840mm wide, and 1,621mm high with a 2,655mm wheelbase. An intricate grille in front is bordered by wide-set LED headlamps at the top corners and air curtain inlets at the bottom, the latter enhancing aerodynamics by diverting air around the front wheels. The fascia is topped off by a sculpted hood, where the windshield wipers are designed to hide under when not in use.
The fascia has a sportier vibe than the global version
A low beltline commences from the hood’s trailing edge all the way to the D-pillar, where wraparound LED tail lamps flank the sculpted rear hatch. The lack of roof moldings through laser-brazing technology gives the HR-V a smoother silhouette, terminating at the integrated tailgate spoiler.
Sleeker tail lamps surround the rear hatch
Depending on the trim level (LX, Sport, EX-L), the HR-V come available with either 17- or 18-inch alloy wheels, complemented by a choice of seven exterior body colors.
Interior
The cabin is one of the new HR-V’s strong points, with premium materials used throughout the cabin. All-new Body Stabilizing Seats provide comfort and support, especially on long drives, and the rear bench has been widened to better accommodate three occupants abreast.
The eleventh-generation Civic's influence extends to the interior
Visibility has been improved as well, with the new HR-V’s low cowl and generous greenhouse. The metal honeycomb mesh pattern lifted from the Civic extends along the dashboard, camouflaging the air vents. For utility, the cargo area is now 691 liters, larger than on the outgoing model, expandable to 1,560 liters with the 60/40 split-fold rear bench tucked in. A low lift-over height of 686mm makes loading cargo easy.
Tech & Safety
A 7-inch digital instrument panel debuts on the HR-V, accompanied by a physical speedometer gauge and features user-selectable functions such as vehicle information and Honda Sensing settings. At the center console, a 7-inch touchscreen head unit is standard, while a 9-inch display is available on the range-topping EX-L, both with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support.
Rear cargo storage has been improved
An array of advanced active and passive safety features is part of the new HR-V’s selling points, with the latest dual front airbag technology joined by front passenger knee and side impact inflators for the rear passenger. The Honda Sensing system uses a single camera with a 100-degree field of view, enabling it to better detect obstacles and hazards.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard
Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow and Lane Keeping Assist are now accompanied by Traffic Jam Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, and Blind Spot Information. The Driver Attention Monitor is new as well, flashing a warning on the dashboard when the system senses that the driver is inattentive.
Enginge & Drivetrain
The new HR-V is powered by the same 2.0-liter i-VTEC inline-4 gasoline engine used by the U.S.-spec Civic, delivering 158 horsepower and 187 Nm of torque, exceeding the figures of the crossover’s second-generation iteration. This is mated to a reengineered continuously variable transmission that incorporates Honda’s Step-Shift programming, simulating gear changes at full throttle.
The new HR-V uses the same 2.0-liter power unit as the current Civic
The Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control has been retuned to direct more torque to the rear wheels in low-traction conditions. For the first time in any Honda SUV, Hill Descent Control makes an appearance, with two pre-set speeds selectable by the driver using the brake and gas pedals.
Price
The 2023 Honda HR-V is priced starting at $23,650 (Php 1.25 million) for the base EX FWD, going up to $28,950 (Php 1.53 million) for the range-topping EX-L AWD.
The HR-V is also marketed as the ZR-V in China and Europe, with a smaller turbocharged engine
While this is unlikely to reach our shores since the global version was only recently launched in our market, the new HR-V could come under the ZR-V moniker, which is the name it uses for the Chinese and European markets.
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Know more about Honda HR-V 2024
The 2024 Honda HR-V is a subcompact crossover. In the Philippine market, it has two variants. The top-spec RS Turbo CVT is priced at Php 1,759,000. The mid-spec trim meanwhile, is the HR-V V Turbo CVT and it is priced at Php 1,649,000. The entry-level HR-V S CVT meanwhile is priced at Php 1,389,000.
For engines, the HR-V V Turbo and the RS Turbo use a 1.5-liter engine capable of making 174 horsepower and 240 Nm of torque. The HR-V S also uses a 1.5-liter mill, but it is naturally aspirated. In turn, its output is rated at 119 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque. All three trims use a continuously variable transmission sending power to its front wheels.
Size-wise, the HR-V V and RS are 4,385mm long, while the HR-V S is 4,330mm long. All three come with a width of 1,790mm, and a height of 1,590mm. Both also have a wheelbase length of 2,610mm. The top-spec V gets a ground clearance of 181mm, whereas the HR-V S has more at 196mm.
Locally, the HR-V competes against the likes of the Mazda CX-3, Hyundai Kona, Subaru XV, Toyota Corolla Cross, Ford Territory, among others.
Honda HR-V Launch
Back in June 2015, the Honda HR-V was launched in the Philippines. To complement Honda's compact crossover - the CR-V, they introduced the Honda HR-V, their company's subcompact crossover to the country's market. On August 23, 2018, the facelifted crossover was launched that includes an updated lighting system up front and rear part, a new RS trim level that brings a blacked-out grille together with new 2-tone wheels.
In 2022, Honda Cars Philippines Inc. brought in the third generation model for the local market. It is offered in two different variants. There's the top-spec HR-V V Turbo, and the entry-level HR-V S. Later at the 2022 PIMS in September, the RS Turbo was unveiled.
Honda HR-V Exterior
On the outside, the top-spec HR-V RS, HR-V V, and the entry-level HR-V S are all equipped with LED headlamps, LED taillights, and LED fog lamps. The HR-V V and RS variant then gets auto-folding side mirrors, a sportier bumper set, and a sportier-looking spoiler. The RS is the only variant that comes with sequential turn signal indicators.
Both the V and the S ride on a set of 17-inch wheels, while the RS gets a larger 18-inch set.
Honda HR-V Interior
The 2024 HR-V can seat up to five. Its occupants are then kept comfortable with an automatic air-conditioning system with rear vents. The top-spec trim in particular ups the premium feel of the model with an auto-dimming rearview mirror, leather upholstery, as well as a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob.
Rearwards, both trims get a 60:40 split-type ULT seat. It shares this feature with the City Hatchback, so it also gets long-mode and tall-mode seat configurations.
Technology & Safety Features
All HR-V trims for the Philippines come standard with the Honda Sensing Safety suite. This means that all are kitted out with adaptive cruise control, low speed follow, collision mitigation braking, lane keep assist, road departure assist, auto high beams, and lead car departure notification.
The HR-V RS, HR-V V, and HR-V S also get anti-lock braking with electronic brake force distribution, hill-descent, and hill-start assist, ISOFIX child seat anchors, stability control, speed sensing door locks, a reverse camera, among other features.
Entertainment is then handled by an eight-inch touchscreen, which for both trims gets a six-piece speaker system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB connectivity, and audio streaming. The top-spec HR-V RS and the V do get a wireless smartphone charger which isn’t present on the HR-V S.
Platform & Chassis
The all-new 2024 Honda HR-V uses the Honda Global Small Car platform. Like its predecessor though, the Philippine-spec version retains a front-engine/front-wheel-drive layout.
For suspensions, it uses a MacPherson strut for the front and an axle-type suspension for the rear. Braking for this model is then handled by disc brakes for all four wheels, and it also uses an electronic parking brake with an auto-hold function.
Engine & Drivetrain
Powering the top-spec HR-V RS and the mid-spec V is a turbocharged 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine that can output 174 horsepower and 240 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the entry-level HR-V S uses a naturally aspirated inline-4 that is good for 119 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque.
Regardless of configuration, the HR-V comes standard with a continuously variable transmission with a paddle shifter manual mode.
Only the top-spec RS and the V get a sports driving mode, though all HR-V trims have access to a normal mode and economy mode.
For the Philippines, the all-new 2024 Honda HR-V can come in six different colors. These are Red Metallic, Crystal Black Pearl, Ignite Red, Premium Opal White Silver Pearl, Platinum White Pearl, and Meteoroid Grey.
In terms of on-board features and safety features, the new 2024 HR-V is now on-par with most of its competitors. The turbocharged variant in particular also ranks as among the most powerful models within its segment and price range.
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Honda HR-V Q&A
1. Which one is cheaper: the Honda HR-V or the Honda CR-V?
Honda HR-V is. The highest price of HR-V is Php1,759,000 meanwhile CR-V price is Php 2,100,000 - 2,610,000.
2. Is the Honda HR-V a reliable car?
Yes, it is. The Reliability Rating of this car is 5/5 and the HR-V also ranks 1st out of 7 for subcompact SUVs.
3. What does the HR-V stand for on Honda?
HR-V means High-Rider Revolutionary Vehicle.
4. How many variants of the Honda HR-V are sold in the Philippines?
The HR-V Philippines has 3 variants: The HR-V RS (Php 1,759,000), HR-V V Turbo CVT (Php 1,649,000), and HR-V S CVT (Php 1,389,000).
₱ 1,389,000 - ₱ 1,739,000
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