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About the Honda ZR-V
Last updated Sep 29, 2025The new Honda ZR-V is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $35,803 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Vti-x+ variant and topping out at $52,459 for the E:hev-lx.
There are 4 variants of the ZR-V available in Australia and this generation went on sale in April of 2025.
Engine options include 2.0L in-line (135kW/315Nm) and 1.5L turbo (131kW/240Nm). All variants feature variable sp automatic transmission. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2025 ZR-V is offered with a 8 year, unlimited km warranty.
CarExpert Rating
Very Good
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Power to Weight
85.12 - 89.12 kW/t
59.21 kW/t
214.35 kW/t
Boot Space
370 - 380 litres
130 litres
738 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5 - 7.4 L/100km
0.7 L/100km
11.3 L/100km
Vehicle Range
770 - 1,140 km
410 km
7,857 km
Price
$35,803 - $52,459
$27,990
$133,800
Warranty (Years)
8 years
2 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
80,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
3 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,060 - 2,155 kg
1,835 kg
3,220 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
186 mm
130 mm
229 mm
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2025 Honda ZR-V Reviews
2025 Honda ZR-V Price
Vti-X+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $35,803 |
Vti-L+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $41,297 |
Vti-Lx
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $46,700 |
E:Hev-Lx
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $51,982 |
| 2.0L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | $52,459 |
*excl. on-roads
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2025 Honda ZR-V Fuel Economy
There are 3 different fuel economy figures for the Honda ZR-V
The most fuel efficient Honda ZR-V is the E:Hev-Lx with a Variable SP AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 2.0L In-Line and uses 5L of Unleaded per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Honda ZR-V that uses the most amount of fuel is the Vti-Lx with a Variable SP AUTOMATIC which is powered by a 1.5L Turbo and uses 7.4L of Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
| Honda ZR-V | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L, variable sp auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD | Unleaded | 7.0 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Honda ZR-V?
The Honda ZR-V has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first.
2025 Honda ZR-V Warranty
What is the warranty on a Honda ZR-V?
The Honda ZR-V offers a 8 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Honda ZR-V FAQs
The cheapest Honda ZR-V is the Vti-X+ that starts from $35,803.
The most expensive Honda ZR-V is the E:Hev-Lx that starts from $52,459.
The best towing capacity of a Honda ZR-V is null kg offered by the following variants: Vti-X+, Vti-L+, Vti-Lx and E:Hev-Lx.
The largest Honda ZR-V is the Vti-X+ which measures 1840mm wide, 4568mm in length and sits 1620mm tall.
The most powerful Honda ZR-V is the E:Hev-Lx which has 135kW of power from its 2.0L In-Line engine.
The Honda ZR-V is built in Japan and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Honda ZR-V is the E:Hev-Lx which weighs 2155 kg (kerb weight).
The Honda ZR-V uses Unleaded.