Model Tested: 2016 Honda HR-V 5-Door AWD EX-L
Engine: 1.8-liter four-cylinder gas, 141 horsepower, 127 lb-ft torque
Transmission: CVT automatic transmission, Real Time all-wheel-drive
EPA Ratings: 27/City—32/Highway—29/Combined
Base Price: $25,840
As Tested: $26,720
Performance:
Nimble off-road capabilities
Full time AWD, but no locking features
Paddle shifters
Econ mode button for transmission/engine
Good acceleration
Smooth highway ride
Easy to park
Great fuel economy, our best was 33.0 mpg
Hill start assist
Comfort:
Stretch-out driver legroom
Good headroom
Quality interior materials, nicely tailored
Medium thick leather steering wheel
Tilt/telescopic with fine auxiliary controls
Heated front seats
Supportive seats with good side bolsters
Cheap, flocked headliner
Significant wheelwell intrusion for rear doors
Back seat a little snug if fronts are all back
Tall passengers just clear headliner in back seat
Almost no floor hump in second row
Utility:
Large, flexible cargo capacity up to 8-feet long
Small sunroof
Very small front door bins and console bin
Very small back door bins
Extra open storage under shifter console
One seatback storage pouch
Split rear seats fold completely flat
Flat cargo floor
Cargo loops
Wide hatch opening, minimal lift-over height
Nice navigation/infotainment system
Four overhead grab handles
Full complement of high tech devices connectivity
Heated power door mirrors
Wow Factors:
Attractive styling
Excellent driver legroom
Impressive fuel economy
Good size for city driving
Whines:
Front passenger legroom not equal to driver’s side
Odd high location for rear door handles
Interior storage bins rather small
Bottom Line:
The 2016 Honda HR-V is an all-new SUV that Honda slots below the popular CR-V. This compact or mini crossover SUV is surprisingly roomy and capable. It has a versatile cargo capacity. It’s fun to drive off-road and in bad weather.
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