2023 Honda HR-V for Sale in North Attleboro, MA
Overview
Sometimes bigger is better, and Honda takes this to heart with the all-new 2023 HR-V, which has been redesigned specifically for the U.S. market. Not only is this subcompact crossover larger inside and out, but the engine also gains size and power. A sleek exterior with prominent wheel wells and sculpted side panels helps to show off these expanded proportions. For the first time, this model is built on the same platform as the larger CR-V (previous versions were built on the Fit platform), and so it returns 2.6 inches wider and 9.4 inches longer. The broad grille, streamlined headlights, and carved rear hatch with an integrated spoiler add to the HR-V’s sporty street presence. Best of all, the ride is improved, with a more rigid body, improvements to the steering and front suspension, and the switch to a multilink rear suspension – all courtesy of the Civic architecture.
Inside, the HR-V takes further inspiration from the new Civic. That means a carefully crafted interior featuring a horizontal honeycomb mesh panel that cleverly hides the air vents. In addition, the enlarged cabin affords comfortable room for five passengers and their cargo, with a slightly lower seating height yet improved visibility, thanks to lower door beltlines and narrower A-pillars. If you fold the rear seat flat, the HR-V can fit up to 55.1 cubic feet of goods and gear.
Trims and Powertrain
This new HR-V generation starts with streamlining of the trim lineup to just three: the LX, Sport, and EX-L. They all enjoy a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 158 horsepower and 138 lb.-ft. of torque, which is an increase of 17 hp and 11-lb.-ft. from the previous year. The powerplant teams with either the standard front-wheel drive (FWD) or optional Real Time AWD. With FWD, the HR-V is EPA-rated for 26 mpg around town and 32 mpg on the highway. The AWD-equipped HR-V gets 25 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the open road.
2023 Honda HR-V Standard Features
Honda packs every trim with a broad range of equipment; aside from AWD, there are no major options other than wheel and accessory packages. The LX starts with single-zone automatic climate control, LED headlights with automatic on/off, remote keyless entry, power side mirrors, push-button start, a driver’s seat with manual height adjustment, a 7-inch driver information display, a tilt/telescopic steering column, 17-inch wheels, and a 60/40-split folding rear seat. In the middle of the lineup, the HR-V Sport is visually different with blacked-out exterior elements and other trim-specific accents, including 18-inch black-finished wheels. It also gets remote start, heated front seats, rear privacy glass, proximity keyless entry, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and power heated side mirrors. The topmost HR-V is loaded, getting leather seats, a power moonroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, an eight-way power driver’s seat, unique 17-inch alloy wheels, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, wireless phone charging, and ambient LED cabin lighting.
Advanced Driver Aids and Safety Technology
The Honda Sensing suite of advanced driver aids is standard on every 2023 HR-V. The sophisticated system features forward collision warning, collision mitigation braking, road departure mitigation, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, traffic jam assist, and traffic sign recognition. The Sport and EX-L also come with blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, and the EX-L receives front and rear parking sensors.
All HR-Vs also have automatic high beams and a rear seat reminder so that children and pets aren’t left behind. In addition, the standard rearview camera shows multiple angles with dynamic guidelines, anti-lock brakes, vehicle stability assist with traction control, and a complete array of airbags.
Infotainment and Connectivity
A 7-inch touchscreen controls the HR-V’s infotainment system in the two lower trims, while the highest is upgraded to a 9-inch setup. The audio system has four speakers in the LX, six speakers in the Sport, and eight speakers in the EX-L. All trims get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but it connects wirelessly in the EX-L). Bluetooth, dual USB charging ports, hands-free text messaging, and access to HondaLink remote services are included on all trims, but SiriusXM satellite radio is found only on the EX-L.