The 2021 Honda HR-V compact crossover SUV is now on sale, carrying forward features and technology from the previous year, plus the following changes:
• Sport, EX and EX-L trims receive new wheel designs
• Sport trims add privacy glass
Developed on Honda's Global Compact Series platform, the HR-V utilizes a center-mounted fuel tank layout and reconfigurable 2nd-Row Magic Seat® to deliver voluminous interior space along with a flexible cabin featuring multiple seating/cargo modes. With 100.1 cu.-ft. of passenger space and 58.8 cu.-ft. of cargo volume (LX FWD) with the 2nd-Row seats folded down, the HR-V has space to rival some competitors' midsize SUV offerings.
The HR-V's dynamic appearance and sporty, solid stance is aided by its coupe-like cabin shape and bold and powerfully tapered face. Distinctive side contours, including a sharply upswept character line and deeply sculpted lower body flow into a tapered rear fascia that adds to the visual appeal. Concealed rear door handles further enhance the HR-V's coupe-like appearance.
The equally sporty and sophisticated interior features an expansive, airy cockpit with an abundance of soft-touch materials and premium detailing punctuated by precise bezels, sophisticated stitch lines and up-market brushed chrome and piano black highlights – all fitting its mission as a youthful yet refined personal crossover vehicle. The three-meter driver's instrument cluster features 'floating' illumination rings and Honda's ECO Assist feature, wherein the speedometer illumination changes from white to green depending on current fuel efficiency.
Power comes from a highly refined and responsive 1.8-liter SOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with i-VTEC® valvetrain, producing a peak 141 horsepower at 6,500 rpm1 and 127 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,300 rpm2. The engine is mated to a sporty and fuel-efficient continuously variable transmission (CVT) with Honda 'G-design' shift logic, or a slick-shifting 6-speed manual transmission (LX and EX FWD only). The HR-V is available with front-wheel-drive or with Honda's Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™ for outstanding all-weather traction and control.
Body and Chassis
The HR-V utilizes a unique center-mounted fuel tank layout that enables the second row Magic Seat® to fold completely flat into the floor, creating a more spacious and versatile interior package. Driving efficiency, handling performance and cabin quietness are further aided by an aerodynamic shape and a lightweight yet rigid body structure with significant noise-insulating materials and design features. The body utilizes Honda's next-generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure for enhanced frontal collision protection, and 27 percent of the body is composed of advanced ultra-high strength steel for improved rigidity that enhances collision-protection, handling response, ride quality and a quiet cabin environment.
Fully independent front and torsion-beam rear suspension systems with amplitude reactive dampers maximize rear seating and cargo space while also providing outstanding handling characteristics and ride quality. Electric Power Steering (EPS) provides a refined and sporty steering feel while minimizing energy requirements. All models feature power-assisted four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Hill Start Assist, an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold, 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels and 215/55R17 all-season tires.
Safety and Driver-Assistive Technology
Utilizing advanced safety technologies and design features, including Honda's next-generation ACE™ body structure, the HR-V is expected to achieve top-class collision safety performance ratings – a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a TOP SAFETY PICK rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), including a GOOD rating in the rigorous IIHS small-overlap frontal collision test.
Standard safety and driver-assistive features include four-channel anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Brake Assist and Hill Start Assist; Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®4 electronic stability control system; an Expanded View Driver's Mirror; a Multi-Angle Rearview Camera5; dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags; driver and front passenger SmartVent® side airbags; side-curtain airbags for all outboard seating positions; and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)6. Honda LaneWatch®7 display is included with EX and EX-L Navi trims.
Features and Trims
The HR-V offers a high level of standard equipment for an affordable crossover vehicle, along with a long list of available premium features to accommodate a wide variety of consumer needs. LX and EX trims with front-wheel drive can be equipped with either the 6-speed manual transmission or sporty continuously variable transmission (CVT), and all models can be specified as front-wheel-drive or equipped with Real Time AWD™. Models with Real Time AWD™ are available only with a CVT.
LX comfort and convenience features
•17-inch aluminum alloy wheels
•Electric parking brake
•Rearview camera with guidelines
•Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
•Cruise control
•Steering wheel-mounted controls for audio, cruise control, and Bluetooth®8 HandsFreeLink® phone interface
•160-watt, 4-speaker AM/FM/CD
•USB input9
•Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® phone interface
•Audio with 5-inch color LCD screen
•Auto-off headlights
•Auxiliary jack
•Cargo area light
•ECO Assist with ECON mode
•Extendable sunvisors
•12-volt power outlets (front/second row)
•LED taillights
•One-touch turn signals
•LED pocket light
•Rear heater ducts
•Two-speed intermittent windshield wipers
•Reverse-linked intermittent rear windshield wiper
•60/40 split 2nd-Row Magic Seat®
•Speed-sensitive audio volume control
•Power windows and door locks
•Expanded View Driver's Mirror
•Floor mats
EX additions
•7-inch touchscreen Display Audio11 telematics interface
•Honda LaneWatch® Display
•180-watt, 6-speaker AM/FM/CD
•Pandora®10 radio
•Heated front seats
•One-touch power moonroof with tilt feature
•Smart Entry and Push-Button Start
•Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters (CVT only)
•Auto-on/off headlights
•Fog lights
•Multi-angle rearview camera with dynamic guidelines
•Second USB jack
•SMS Text Message functionality
•Automatic climate control system with air filtration
•Rear privacy glass
•Heated body-colored side mirrors with turn indicators
•Variable intermittent wipers
•Lighted vanity mirrors
•Chrome interior door handles, speaker rings and air vent trims
EX-L Navi additions
•Leather seats
•Leather steering wheel and leather shift knob
•Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™12
•SiriusXM®13 radio, HD Radio™14 and Honda Digital Traffic
•Auto day/night rearview mirror
•Roof rails
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