The Honda HR-V has received a host of updates for the 2019 model year, including exterior styling revisions, additional interior comfort and convenience features, an optional suite of driver-assistance features, and a revised continuously variable automatic transmission.
The HR-V is based on the Honda Fit hatchback but offers far more passenger and cargo space.
While the 141-hp 1.8-liter engine carries over unchanged from last year, the CVT transmission now follows a set of pre-set ratios that it steps through under heavy throttle.
Two new trim levels are now offered—Sport and Touring—and each comes with a set of exclusive styling and interior features.
Three new colors join the lineup: Orange Burst Metallic, Platinum White Pearl, and a purple tone called Midnight Amethyst Metallic.
Honda Sensing—a suite of driver-assistance features including automated emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control—is now standard on EX, EX-L, and Touring models.
The new Sport trim looks more aggressive with blacked-out exterior trim, gloss-black exterior mirror caps, black under-body spoilers, and 18-inch wheels.
The HR-V Touring model comes standard with LED exterior lighting, leather upholstery, an eight-way power driver's seat, and in-dash navigation.
The latest HR-V is quite slow at the test track, requiring more than 10 seconds to reach 60 mph.
Nothing has changed with the HR-V's practicality, and that's a good thing. The HR-V's space-efficient cargo area offers more space for luggage than similarly sized SUVs.
Rivals for the HR-V include the Hyundai Kona, the Mazda CX-3, and the Nissan Kicks.
2019 Honda HR-V Touring AWD
2019 Honda HR-V Touring AWD
2019 Honda HR-V Touring AWD
2019 Honda HR-V Touring AWD
2019 Honda HR-V Touring AWD
2019 Honda HR-V Touring AWD
2019 Honda HR-V Touring AWD
2019 Honda HR-V Touring AWD
2019 Honda HR-V Touring AWD
2019 Honda HR-V Touring AWD
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