What Is the 2021 Honda HR-V?
The Honda HR-V is a five-seat subcompact SUV that competes with the Chevrolet Trax, Jeep Renegade, Mazda CX-3 and Nissan Kicks. It’s powered by a 141-horsepower, 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a continuously variable automatic transmission. Front- and all-wheel-drive versions are available.
What’s New on the 2021 Honda HR-V?
The Sport trim level adds privacy glass, but there are no other significant changes.
What Features in the 2021 Honda HR-V Are Most Important?
Standard features include:
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- 5-inch multimedia screen
- Bluetooth streaming audio
- USB port
- Cruise control
- 60/40-split second-row Magic Seat
Available features include:
- Power moonroof
- 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
- Heated front seats
- Leather-trimmed seats
- Automatic climate control
- Push-button start
- Honda Sensing suite of active safety features
Should I Buy the 2021 Honda HR-V?
The HR-V’s roomy, versatile cabin and large cargo area are advantages over most subcompact SUVs, and its interior quality and estimated gas mileage — especially with front-wheel drive — are additional strengths. Modest acceleration is the HR-V’s biggest drawback.
