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    2023 Honda HR-V

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    $34,792 excl. on-roads

    Review Rating

    Very Good

    Safety Rating

    4

    Warranty

    5 year, unlimited km

    Fuel Efficiency

    4.3 - 5.8 L / 100km

    About the Honda HR-V

    Last updated Sep 28, 2025

    Honda's all-new Honda HR-V for the Australian market arrived in last year and has been updated for 2023 with some pricing adjustments. It's only offered in Australia as a four-seat vehicle due to a missing safety item.

    The range opens with the Vi X at $36,700 drive-away, while the hybrid e:HEV L is priced at $47,000 drive-away.

    Two engine variants are available from launch. The 2023 Honda HR-V Vi X is powered by a naturally-aspirated 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine producing 89kW of power at 6600rpm and 145Nm at 4300rpm. It’s mated with a continuously-variable transmission (CVT).

    The e:HEV L uses a 1.5-litre four-cylinder hybrid powertrain. Total outputs are 96kW (4000-8000rpm) and 253Nm (0-3500rpm). It’s mated to an e-CVT.

    CarExpert Rating
    Very Good
    Read the 2023 Honda HR-V e:HEV review
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    Pros

    • Undeniably more appealing design
    • More upmarket interior, with vast back seats
    • Comfy ride and added clearance great for city driving

    Cons

    • Undeniably more appealing design
    • More upmarket interior, with vast back seats
    • Comfy ride and added clearance great for city driving

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    2023 Honda HR-V Specs

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    Vi X

    • Audio
      • Connection External Usb Front
      • Number Of Speakers: 4
      • Remote Control Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
      • System Colour Screen
      • System Digital Radio
      • System Radio Type: Am/fm
      • System Touch Screen
      • Total Number Of Front Usb Connections: 1
    • Body exterior
      • Black Trim Around Side Windows
      • Body Type: Suv
      • Local Body Type: Suv
      • Local Number Of Doors: 5
      • Number Of Doors: 5
      • Roof Spoiler Location: Roof
      • Wheelbase Type: Short
    • Brakes
      • Number Of Disc Brakes: 4
      • Number Of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
    • Calculated
      • Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 70.24
    • Cargo area
      • Cover Rear Parcel Shelf Type: Flexible
    • Convenience
      • Adaptive Cruise Control
      • Cruise Control Stop Go Function: Stop
      • Driver Modes Includes Engine Mapping
      • Driver Vanity Mirror Illuminated
      • Driver Vanity Mirror Location: Driver
      • Front Entertainment Display Screen Location: Front
      • Front Entertainment Display Screen Size: 7.00
      • Front Touch Entertainment Display Screen
      • Front Usb Charging Port Location: Front
      • Mobile Integration Android Auto
      • Mobile Integration Android Number Of Months Subscription: Unlimited
      • Mobile Integration Apple Carplay
      • Mobile Integration Apple Number Of Months Subscription Inc: Unlimited
      • Mobile Integration Apple Wireless Connection
      • Navigational Systems Controls: Touch Screen
      • Navigational Systems Information Type: 3d And Voice
      • Navigational Systems Map Updates Months Of Subscription: 36
      • Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 9.00
      • Navigational Systems Traffic Info
      • Number Of Front Usb Charging Port: 2
      • Over Air Updates Type: Ota Updates
      • Parking Assistance Rear Location: Rear
      • Parking Assistance Rear Type: Guidance Display
      • Parking Distance System Front Location: Front
      • Parking Distance System Front Type: Sensor
      • Parking Distance System Rear Location: Rear
      • Parking Distance System Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
      • Passenger Vanity Mirror Illuminated
      • Passenger Vanity Mirror Location: Passenger
      • Power Outlet Front Location (12v): Front
      • Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Entry
      • Smart Card/smart Key Includes Keyless Start
      • Voice Activating System Includes Phone
      • Voice Activating System Virtual Assistant: Other
      • Wi-fi Network Connectivity Type: Smartphone Pairing
    • Dimensions
      • Cargo Capacity Measurement Standard: Vda
      • Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Down (l): 1274
      • Cargo Capacity Rear Seat Up To Lower Window (l): 304
      • External Dimensions Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 73.5
      • External Dimensions Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 79.8
      • Front Headroom (mm): 984
      • Front Hip Room (mm): 1349
      • Front Leg Room (mm): 1047
      • Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1438
      • Front Track (mm): 1535
      • Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 195
      • Interior Dimensions Headroom Front (in): 38.7
      • Interior Dimensions Headroom Rear (in): 37.7
      • Interior Dimensions Hip Room Front (in): 53.1
      • Interior Dimensions Hip Room Rear (in): 45.3
      • Interior Dimensions Leg Room Front (in): 41.2
      • Interior Dimensions Leg Room Rear (in): 40.0
      • Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Front (in): 56.6
      • Interior Dimensions Shoulder Room Rear (in): 53.4
      • Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11000
      • Overall Height (mm): 1590
      • Overall Length (mm): 4335
      • Overall Width (mm): 1790
      • Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1866
      • Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2028
      • Rear Headroom (mm): 957
      • Rear Hip Room (mm): 1151
      • Rear Leg Room (mm): 1017
      • Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1357
      • Rear Track (mm): 1540
      • Wheelbase (mm): 2610
    • Doors
      • Driver Door Location: Driver
      • Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
      • Passenger Door Location: Passenger
      • Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
      • Rear Door Type: Lifting Gate
      • Rear Driver Door Location: Rear Driver
      • Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
      • Rear Passenger Door Location: Rear Passenger
      • Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
    • Fuel
      • Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-point Injection
      • Fuel Tank Main Capacity (l): 40
      • Fuel Tanks Main Type: Total
      • Fuel Type Octane Number: 91
      • Fuel Type: Unleaded
      • Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
      • Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
      • Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
    • Instrumentation
      • Computer Average Fuel Consumption
      • Dashboard Centre 1 Display Screen Location: Dashboard Centre 1
      • Dashboard Centre 1 Display Screen Orientation: Fixed
      • Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen Display
      • Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 9.00
      • Display Screen Instrument Cluster1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
      • Instrument Cluster 1 Display Screen Location: Instrument Cluster 1
    • Interior trim
      • Luxury Trim On Center Floor Console: Piano Black
      • Luxury Trim On Doors: Alloy Look
      • Luxury Trim On Gear Selector: Leather
      • Luxury Trim On Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
      • Upholstery Color: Black
    • Lights
      • Headlight Control Dusk Sensor
      • Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Manual
      • Headlights Bulb Type High Beam: Led
      • Headlights Bulb Type Low Beam: Led
      • Headlights Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
      • High Beam Led Lights Location: High Beam
      • Led Brake Lights Location: Brake Lights
      • Led Lights Daytime Running Location: Day Time Running Lights
      • Low Beam Led Lights Location: Low Beam
      • Rear Led Lights Location: Rear Lights
    • Locks
      • Power Locks Includes Power Windows
      • Power Locks Operation: Card Key
    • Paint
      • External Color: White
      • Type: Pearl
    • Performance
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 690
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 5.8
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 17.2
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.3
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 18.9
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 6.8
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 14.7
      • Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 5.8
      • Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 121
      • Power Maximum Power (kw): 89
      • Power Maximum Torque (nm): 145
      • Power Primary Or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
      • Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6600
      • Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4300
    • Safety
      • Anti Collision System Activates Brake Lights
      • Anti Collision System Auto Emergency Braking
      • Anti Collision System Brakes At Low Speed: Front
      • Anti Collision System Minimum Speed To Activate (km/h): 5
      • Anti Collision System Operates Above 50 Km/h
      • Anti Collision System Operates Below 50 Km/h
      • Anti Collision System Visual Acoustic Warning
      • Autonomous Drive Active Lane Control
      • Autonomous Drive Level: 2 - Partial Automation
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Date Tested: 20221215
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 4.0
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Rating Year: 2022
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Standard: Ancap
      • Front Airbag Driver Location: Driver
      • Front Airbag Passenger Location: Passenger
      • Front Seat Belts Driver Height Adjustable
      • Front Seat Belts Driver Pre Tensioners
      • Front Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
      • Front Seat Belts Passenger Height Adjustable
      • Front Seat Belts Passenger Pre Tensioners
      • Front Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
      • Head Restraints Front Seats Location: Front Seats
      • Head Restraints Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
      • Head Restraints Rear Seats Number: 2
      • Lane Departure Warning Activates Brakes
      • Lane Departure Warning Activates Steering
      • Number Of Airbags: 6
      • Rear Seat Belts Driver Seat Position: Driver
      • Rear Seat Belts Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
      • Side Airbag Front Location: Front
      • Side Curtain Airbag Front And Rear Location: Front And Rear
    • Service
      • Intermediate Service Distance (km): 10000
      • Intermediate Service Period (months): 12
    • Steering
      • Power Steering Variable Rack
      • Steering Wheel Height Adjustment
      • Steering Wheel Multi Function
      • Steering Wheel Telescopic Adjustment
      • Steering Wheel Type: Leather Covered
    • Storage
      • Cup Holders Front Seats Location: Front Seats
      • Cup Holders Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
    • Suspension
      • Suspension Front Location: Front
      • Suspension Front Spring Type: Coil
      • Suspension Front Stabilizer Bar
      • Suspension Front Type: Strut
      • Suspension Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
      • Suspension Rear Location: Rear
      • Suspension Rear Spring Type: Coil
      • Suspension Rear Type: Torsion Beam
      • Suspension Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-independent
    • Ventilation
      • Air Conditioning Type: Fully-auto
      • Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 1
      • Ventilation System Digital Display
    • Visibility
      • Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights
      • Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
      • Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Driver
      • Driver Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
      • Front Electric Windows: Front
      • Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
      • Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights
      • Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Colour: Painted
      • Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Location: Passenger
      • Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
      • Privacy Glass Rear Location: Rear
      • Privacy Glass Rear Side Location: Rear Side
      • Rear Electric Windows: Rear
      • Rear View Window Type: Fixed
      • Rear View Window Wipers: Intermittent
    • Warranty
      • Anti-corrosion Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Anti-corrosion Duration (months): 72
      • Oem Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Oem Powertrain Duration (months): 60
      • Roadside Assistance Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Roadside Assistance Duration (months): 60
      • Total Powertrain Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Total Powertrain Duration (months): 60
      • Total Whole Vehicle Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Total Whole Vehicle Duration (months): 60
      • Whole Vehicle Oem Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Whole Vehicle Oem Duration (months): 60
    • Weights
      • Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1267
      • Tare Weight (kg): 1245
    • Wheels
      • Front Wheels Location: Front
      • Front Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
      • Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
      • Front Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
      • Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
      • Front Wheels Tire Location: Front
      • Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
      • Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
      • Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
      • Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
      • Front Wheels Two Tone
      • Rear Wheels Location: Rear
      • Rear Wheels Rim Diameter Inch: 18
      • Rear Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
      • Rear Wheels Rim Width Inch: 7.5
      • Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
      • Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
      • Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
      • Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
      • Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/summer
      • Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
      • Rear Wheels Two Tone

    E:Hev L

    Adds to Vi X:
    • Audio
      • Number Of Speakers: 6
      • System Audio Player Reads Mp3
    • Calculated
      • Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 69.46
    • Convenience
      • Bluetooth Includes Music Streaming
      • Bluetooth Includes Phone Connection
      • Front Entertainment Display Screen Size: 7.0
      • Media Control Touch Screen
      • Media Control Wheel
      • Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 9.0
      • Navigational Systems Traffic Info Months Of Subscription: 60
      • Number Of Rear Usb Charging Port: 2
      • Rear Usb Charging Port Location: Rear
      • Remote Services Find My Car
      • Remote Services Geo Fencing
      • Remote Services Remote Lock Unlock
      • Remote Services Send Destination To Car
      • Remote Services Vehicle Start
      • Smart Card/smart Key Includes Walk Away Locking
      • Smart Card/smart Key Type: Automatic
      • Voice Activating System Virtual Assistant: Google
    • Dimensions
      • Overall Length (mm): 4355
    • Doors
      • Rear Door Hands Free Release
    • Engine
      • Bore Engine: 73.0
      • Co2 Level (combined): 98
      • Electrical System Voltage: 12
      • Emission Control Level Standard Met: Eu6
      • Energy Recuperation Engine
      • Engine (l): 1.5
      • Engine (cc): 1498
      • Engine Code: Lec-h5
      • Engine Configuration: In-line
      • Number Of Cylinders: 4
      • Number Of Vavles Per Cylinder: 4
      • Stroke Engine: 89.5
      • Variable Valve Timing Camshaft
    • Fuel
      • Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Carb W Auto Choke
    • Hybrid and electric systems
      • Electric Driven Wheels: Front
      • Electric Motor 1 Electric Motor Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
      • Electric Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (nm): 253
      • Electric Motor 1 Motor Number: 1
      • Electric Motor 1 Power Output Motor (hp/ps): 130.6
      • Electric Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kw): 96.0
      • Electric Power Source Battery Cell Count: 60
      • Electric Power Source Battery Type: Lithium Ion
      • Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
    • Instrumentation
      • Computer Average Speed
      • Computer Instantaneous Fuel Consumption
      • Computer Range For Remaining Fuel
      • Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 9.0
      • Display Screen Instrument Cluster1 Screen Size (in): 7.0
    • Interior trim
      • Upholstery Color: Gray
    • Lights
      • Headlight Control Auto Highbeam
      • Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Automatic
    • Performance
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 930
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 4.3
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 23.3
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.1
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 19.6
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 2.9
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 34.5
      • Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 4.3
      • Performance Acceleration 0 To 100 Km/h: 10.7
      • Performance Maximum Speed (km/h): 170
      • Performance Maximum Speed (mph): 106
      • Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 131
      • Power Maximum Power (kw): 96
      • Power Maximum Power Hp/ps Electric Motor: 131
      • Power Maximum Power Kw Electric Motor: 96
      • Power Maximum Torque (nm): 253
      • Power Maximum Torque Electric Motor (nm): 253
      • Power Measurement Standard: Eec
      • Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
      • Secondary Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 107
      • Secondary Power Maximum Power (kw): 79
      • Secondary Power Maximum Torque (nm): 131
      • Secondary Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
      • Secondary Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4500
    • Safety
      • Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 180
      • Lane Departure Warning Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 112
      • Overtaking Sensor Includes Display
      • Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Type: Sensor
    • Seats
      • Driver Front Seat Heated
      • Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
      • Driver Front Seat Location: Driver
      • Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
      • Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
      • Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
      • Front Rear Seat Facing Direction: Front
      • Front Rear Seat Folding: 40/60
      • Front Rear Seat Reclining Type: Manual
      • Front Rear Seat Seating Capacity: 2
      • Front Rear Seat Type: Split Bench
      • Passenger Front Seat Heated
      • Passenger Front Seat Location: Passenger
      • Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
      • Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
      • Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
      • Seat Upholstery Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
      • Seat Upholstery Main Seat Material: Cloth
      • Seating Capacity: 4
      • Seating Configuration: 2+2
    • Steering
      • Heated Steering Wheel
    • Transmission
      • Drive Descent Control System
      • Drive Driven Wheels: Front
      • Transmission Description: Continuously Variable
      • Transmission Number Of Speeds: Variable
      • Transmission Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
      • Transmission Type: Automatic
    • Ventilation
      • Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 2
      • Secondary Ventilation Controls Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
      • Ventilation System Heater Type: Combustion
    • Visibility
      • Driver Door Mirrors Tilting For Reverse: Automatic
      • Heated Driver Door Mirrors/cameras
      • Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/cameras
      • Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
      • Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting For Reverse: Automatic
      • Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers
      • Rear View Mirror/camera Auto Dimming
    • Warranty
      • Battery Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Battery Duration (months): 96
      • Electric Systems Distance (km): Unlimited
      • Electric Systems Duration (months): 96
    • Weights
      • Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1870
      • Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1382
      • Tare Weight (kg): 1360
    Removes from Vi X:
    • Audio
      • Number Of Speakers: 4
    • Calculated
      • Power-to-weight Ratio (kw/t): 70.24
    • Convenience
      • Front Entertainment Display Screen Size: 7.00
      • Navigational Systems Map Updates Months Of Subscription: 36
      • Navigational Systems Screen Size (in): 9.00
      • Voice Activating System Virtual Assistant: Other
    • Dimensions
      • Overall Length (mm): 4335
    • Fuel
      • Fuel System Injection Carburetion: Multi-point Injection
    • Instrumentation
      • Dashboard Centre 1 Display Screen Orientation: Fixed
      • Display Screen Dashboard Centre1 Screen Size (in): 9.00
      • Display Screen Instrument Cluster1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
    • Interior trim
      • Upholstery Color: Black
    • Lights
      • Headlight Control Height Adjustment: Manual
    • Performance
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 690
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (l/100km): 5.8
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Combined (km/l): 17.2
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (l/100km): 5.3
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Country Highway (km/l): 18.9
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (l/100km): 6.8
      • Fuel Consumption Adr 81/02 Urban (km/l): 14.7
      • Fuel Economy Adr 81/02 (l/100km): 5.8
      • Power Maximum Power (hp/ps): 121
      • Power Maximum Power (kw): 89
      • Power Maximum Torque (nm): 145
      • Power Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6600
      • Power Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4300
    • Safety
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Date Tested: 20221215
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Overall: 4.0
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Rating Year: 2022
      • Crash Test Results Ancap Standard: Ancap
    • Ventilation
      • Climate Control - Number Of Zones: 1
    • Visibility
      • Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
    • Weights
      • Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1267
      • Tare Weight (kg): 1245
    See all 2023 Honda HR-V Specs

    2023 Honda HR-V Boot Space

    Boot space measures 304L with the rear seats up, expanding to 956L with the rear seats folded measured to the window or 1274L measured to the roof. Under the boot floor is a tyre repair kit.

    This boot size is, on paper, a lot smaller than before. The old model’s claim with five seats in use was 437L.

    2023 Honda HR-V Towing Capacity

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    2023 Honda HR-V Exterior

    The all-new Honda HR-V looks bigger from the outside and now sports a 195mm ground clearance - an increase of 25mm over the old one.

    Dimentionally, it's also longer, wider and taller than the outgoing model. So when you spot the HR-V in traffic you'll notice that it looks much larger than the outgoing model.

    This will be good news for buyers that were after a small SUV that is easier to get in to and out of. Visually, the exterior also looks much more modern now after receiving a sizeable facelift over the outgoing generation.

    2023 Honda HR-V Interior

    The cabin has taken a big step forwards in terms of fit and finish and material use. Additionally, Honda has retained 'magic seats' in the vehicle that allow an added layer of configurability and storage.

    New to the HR-V is a bigger infotainment system that's shared with the all-new Honda Civic, while the interior has increased in size to offer more space and a higher entry point for older buyers.

    The interior’s aesthetics and technology are way better than the old HR-V’s, but that isn’t really saying a huge amount.

    The driving position from the (manually adjustable) seats is 10mm higher than before, though the lower roof and sporty window design do seem to impact how easy it is to see out. That said, it’s not nearly as bad as a Toyota C-HR in this regard.

    The seats are trimmed in really nice, soft black fabric and seemed pretty comfortable, while the wheel offers up/down and rake/reach movement. Too bad it’s made of cheap plastic rather than tactile leather.

    2023 Honda HR-V Infotainment

    The 9.0-inch infotainment system comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto.

    The infotainment system is shared with the all-new Honda Civic. It's easy to use and is driven by a touchscreen with rotary dials for some functions.

    There's also voice recognition and the ability to route voice commands through your smartphone's mirroring system.

    In addition to these functions, there's satellite navigation, AM, FM and DAB+ digital radio. Finally, there are four speakers on the base model and six speakers on the top-specification hybrid variant.

    2023 Honda HR-V Safety Rating

    The all-new Honda HR-V is yet to be crash tested, but it comes standard with the following features:

    Standard safety equipment includes:

    • Autonomous emergency braking
    • Lane-keep assist
    • Lane-departure warning
    • Road Departure Mitigation System
    • Adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow
    • Traffic sign recognition
    • Reversing camera with front and rear parking sensors
    • Front, front-side and curtain airbags

    The e:HEV L also includes blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.

    2023 Honda HR-V Fuel Economy

    The 2023 Honda HR-V uses 5.8L/100km in Vi X guise and 4.3L/100km in the hybrid e:HEV L.

    Both models have a 40L fuel tank and run on 91RON regular unleaded fuel.

    Honda HR-VFuel TypeCombined
    1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWDUnleaded5.8 L/100km
    See all Honda HR-V Fuel Economy

    Cost of ownership

    What are the running and servicing costs of a Honda HR-V?

    The first five services are capped at $125 each. Servicing is required every 12 months or 10,000km, whichever comes first.

    How does the 2023 Honda HR-V drive?

    Our expert take on Honda HR-V drivability.

    This generation of HR-V feels a little more agile and dynamic in corners than the old one, even though you sit up a touch higher.

    It also rides quite nicely despite rolling on larger 18-inch wheels shod with good quality Michelin Primacy 4 tyres, soaking up expansion joints and potholes with relative grace.

    It’s suspended quite softly, so there’s a little bit of sideways movement of your body in corners, but I found the overall dynamics to be well-judged considering its core target audience.

    The steering is very light, meaning it’s an absolute breeze to putter around in.

    That engine is underdone though. On the positive front, it offers a smooth stop/start system and its CVT is quite responsive off the mark, so the drivetrain does operate predictably in congestion unlike some smaller turbos with dual-clutch transmissions made by other brands.

    It’s also quite efficient, with my overall 7.0L/100km average wide of the claim but still pretty decent.

    2023 Honda HR-V Colours

    What colours are available for the Honda HR-V

    The HR-V is available in the following colours:

    • Premium Opal pearlescent
    • Platinum White pearlescent
    • Crystal Black pearlescent
    • Meteoroid Grey metallic
    • Premium Crystal Red metallic

    All colours are a no cost option.

    2023 Honda HR-V Warranty

    All Hondas sold in Australia come with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, with an eight-year IMA battery module warranty for the hybrid.

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    Honda HR-V FAQs

    The cheapest Honda HR-V is the Vi X that starts from $34,792.

    The most expensive Honda HR-V is the E:Hev L that starts from $44,792.

    The best towing capacity of a Honda HR-V is null kg offered by the following variants: Vi X and E:Hev L.

    The largest Honda HR-V is the E:Hev L which measures 1790mm wide, 4355mm in length and sits 1590mm tall.

    The most powerful Honda HR-V is the E:Hev L which has 96kW of power from its 1.5L Carb W Auto Choke engine.

    The Honda HR-V is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.

    The heaviest Honda HR-V is the E:Hev L which weighs 1870 kg (kerb weight).

    The Honda HR-V uses Unleaded.