When can I buy the 2023 HRV?

The Honda HR-V is one of the top choices for the subcompact crossover SUV segment — and with a redesign for the 2023 model year, it aims to get even better. In advance of the upcoming debut of the 2023 HR-V, Honda revealed a sneak peek teaser with a couple of wintery sketches of the crossover SUV. As this model is now available, we’ll discuss the price and specs of the redesigned 2023 Honda HR-V.

When will the 2023 Honda HR-V be released and available?

When can I buy the 2023 HRV?
Teaser image of redesigned 2023 Honda HR-V | Honda

The 2023 Honda HR-V is now available to build and price online. It is being sold at dealerships throughout the United States and North America. In other countries, Honda will sell a different version of the next-generation HR-V, which is called the Vezel in some international markets. 

How much does the 2023 Honda HR-V cost?

When can I buy the 2023 HRV?
Teaser image of redesigned 2023 Honda HR-V | Honda

According to Honda, the starting price of the 2023 Honda HR-V is $23,650 for the LX trim. You can select the Sport trim for $25,650 or the EX-L for $27,450 starting MSRPs.

2023 Honda HR-V specs: Will it have the same engine options as the Honda Civic?

While the 2023 Honda HR-V offers a hybrid version in the European market, in the United States, all models have a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, which generates 158 hp. For efficiency, the HR-V has an estimated gas mileage of up to 28 combined mpg.

The European-spec next-generation Honda HR-V will be powered by the same hybrid powertrain that’s in the Honda Accord and Honda Insight. However, Honda hasn’t said whether or not it will offer a hybrid version of the HR-V in the U.S.

New design for the 2023 Honda HR-V

Honda released holiday card-style wintery stretches of the redesigned 2023 HR-V. Compared to the 2022 HR-V, the front end of the 2023 HR-V is more aggressive and has a more distinctive lower fascia. The grille of the 2023 HR-V features an S-shaped mesh pattern. Also, the hood is lower, and the headlights have a boxier shape.

For the back of the 2023 HR-V, the redesigned crossover slopes down more steeply compared to the 2022 model. Also, the taillights are more curved, while the lower portion of the rear bumper features body-color styling. Additionally, relative to the European-spec version of the next-generation HR-V, the U.S.-spec 2023 HR-V appears to be larger. 

This article was updated on 7/26/2022 with the latest release and spec information.

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  • Highs Newfound driving verve, comfortable seats, excellent outward visibility.
  • Lows Wimpy four-cylinder engine, joyless CVT transmission, slightly less cargo friendly than before.
  • Verdict Honda's redesigned HR-V benefits from the Civic's underpinnings in more ways than one, but its powertrain is a disappointment.

Overview

Honda has given its 2023 HR-V a complete makeover, the better to combat the onslaught of desirable and stylish small SUVs that have flooded the market. The outgoing generation was practical and offered good value but it lagged the segment's best—the Hyundai Kona, the Kia Seltos, and the Mazda CX-30—in almost every way. No surprise then that the new HR-V looks totally different from the outgoing model. The new HR-V shares its platform with the Civic and uses a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter inline-four from Honda's compact sedan. Gone, sadly, is the outgoing model's trick second-row Magic Seat, which flipped down to make the HR-V one of the most flexible cargo-friendly small SUVs. But the new generation is wider and longer, which Honda claims benefits interior space. Independent rear suspension replaces the old model's torsion beam setup, a change that promises to improve ride and handling. The new model also receives updated infotainment features and more modern driver-assistance technology.

When can I buy the 2023 HRV?

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What's New for 2023?

Honda's smallest crossover has been completely redesigned for the 2023 model year and goes on sale this summer.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

    Pricing for the 2023 HR-V has increased slightly over the outgoing model, and the mid-range EX trim has been dropped. Of the three remaining trims, we think the Sport makes the most sense, and we appreciate its slightly more aggressive exterior styling: it's the only trim that comes with 18-inch wheels, the largest offered.

    Engine, Transmission, and Performance

    In Europe, the HR-V is powered by a hybrid powertrain borrowed from the Insight and Accord but the U.S. version comes with a traditional gasoline 2.0-liter four-cylinder that's good for 158 horsepower. If that sounds familiar, it's because the same engine serves as the base powertrain in the Civic. The HR-V managed a 9.4-second launch to 60 mph during our acceleration testing. That's over a full second slower than the more powerful non-turbo Mazda CX-30 and two-tenths slower than the 147-hp Hyundai Kona. In the HR-V, the 2.0-liter four-cylinder feels lethargic and gutless, but since the SUV shares its platform with the Civic, we could see a 180-hp turbocharged 1.5-liter or a hybrid powertrain join the lineup down the road. For now, front-wheel drive and a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) are the standard arrangement but all-wheel drive is available as an option on all trims. The outgoing HR-V didn't deliver the quiet athleticism we expect of Hondas, but this new generation corrects that with a chassis inherited from the spry Civic.

    Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

    Fuel economy estimates are highest on front-wheel-drive models, which are rated at 26 mpg city and 32 mpg highway. Going with all-wheel drive drops the city rating to 25 mpg and the highway rating to 30 mpg. During our 75-mph highway fuel-economy test route the HR-V beat its EPA estimate by 2 mpg. And we managed 440 miles of highway driving on a single tank of gas. For more information about the HR-V's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.

    Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

    The HR-V adopts a more modern interior design inspired by the redesigned Civic's; it's both classic and attractive. The front seats are comfortable and supportive while providing a wide range of adjustments. The outgoing model offered Honda's novel second-row Magic Seat, which allows the rear bench to flip and fold to create an especially low, flat floor. That feature helped the HR-V lead the segment in cargo capacity despite its diminutive size. Unfortunately, the new HR-V has abandoned that feature, but Honda claims that the new model's cargo bay is larger and that lift-over height has been reduced to aid with loading heavy items.

      Infotainment and Connectivity

      All models come with either a 7.0- or 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; the larger display offers wireless connectivity for those features, but it's limited to the top EX-L trim. Also standard on the EX-L is a wireless smartphone charging pad. We also expect to see features such as SiriusXM satellite radio, in-dash navigation, and a Wi-Fi hotspot, at least as options.

        Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

        Honda offers a host of driver-assistance technologies on the HR-V, including an adaptive cruise control system and a lane-keeping feature. For more information about the HR-V's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:

        • Standard automated emergency braking
        • Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
        • Standard adaptive cruise control

        Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

        Honda's standard warranty package is fairly basic, and rival SUVs such as the Kona and Seltos come with much longer coverage plans. Buyers of the Toyota C-HR will find a two-year complimentary maintenance plan, but Honda offers no such perk.

        • Limited warranty covers 3 years or 36,000 miles
        • Powertrain warranty covers 5 years or 60,000 miles
        • No complimentary scheduled maintenance

        Specifications

        Specifications

        2023 Honda HR-V AWD EX-L
        Vehicle Type: front-engine, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon

        PRICE
        Base/As Tested: $30,195/$30,590
        Options: Nordic Forest paint, $395

        ENGINE
        DOHC 16-valve inline-4, aluminum block and head, port fuel injection
        Displacement: 122 in3, 1996 cm3
        Power: 158 hp @ 6500 rpm
        Torque: 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm

        TRANSMISSION
        continuously variable automatic

        CHASSIS
        Suspension, F/R: struts/multilink
        Brakes, F/R: 12.3-in vented disc/12.2-in disc
        Tires: Hankook Kinergy GT
        215/60R-17 96H M+S

        DIMENSIONS
        Wheelbase: 104.5 in
        Length: 179.8 in
        Width: 72.4 in
        Height: 63.4 in
        Passenger Volume: 97 ft3
        Cargo Volume: 24 ft3
        Curb Weight: 3293 lb

        C/D TEST RESULTS
        60 mph: 9.4 sec
        1/4-Mile: 17.3 sec @ 85 mph
        100 mph: 26.0 sec
        Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.
        Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 9.6 sec
        Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 4.7 sec
        Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 6.4 sec
        Top Speed (C/D est): 115 mph
        Braking, 70–0 mph: 172 ft
        Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.80 g

        C/D FUEL ECONOMY
        Observed: 25 mpg

        EPA FUEL ECONOMY
        Combined/City/Highway: 27/25/30 mpg
        75-mph Highway Driving: 32 mpg
        75-mph Highway Range: 440 mi

        C/D TESTING EXPLAINED

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        Will Honda HR

        Summer is Coming: 2023 Honda HR-V Specs For now, expect a longer hood and a wider stance to emerge on the newest version. Our experts believe that the new Honda HR-V will have an independent rear suspension and a roaring engine.

        What is the difference between the 2022 and 2023 Honda HRV?

        In 2022, the Honda HR-V is outfitted with a 1.8-liter, 141-horsepower engine. A continuously variable transmission and front-wheel drive are included, and all-wheel drive is optional for all trim levels. If you opt for the 2023 HR-V, your crossover will draw 158 horsepower from a 2.0-liter engine.

        What colors will the 2023 HR

        2023 Honda HR-V Exterior Color Options.
        Crystal Black Pearl..
        Lunar Silver Metallic..
        Modern Steel Metallic..
        Milano Red..
        Nordic Forest Pearl..
        Platinum White Pearl..
        Urban Gray Pearl..

        Where is Honda HR

        The US-market HR-V is manufactured at Honda's Celaya, Mexico assembly plant alongside the related Fit and went on sale in May 2015 as a 2016 model.