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The 2022 Honda HR-V will be coming unchanged with its 141 hp for a starting price of $21,870
Being a carry-over model, the 2022 Honda HR-V has been released for sale with the same trim lineup of LX, Sport, EX, and EX-L for a starting price of $21,870. Slamming 141 horsepower with the same 1.8L I-4 engine, it comes in the space with a fuel economy of up to 34 MPG alongside a spacious interior.
Having an array of 6 exterior colors in total throughout the production line, the Honda HR-V can be personalized as per one's desire. And, this 5-seater SUV strives against the assets of Hyundai Kona, Kia Soul, and Subaru Crosstrek within a competitive price range.Â
The EX trim is the best trim of the 2022 Honda HR-V among all as it gets automatic temperature control and heated seating along with a high bass musical system for a minimal price increment. It sits right between the Sport that lacks the basic convenience and EX-L that charges invariably extra for almost no improved features. So, the EX makes the most sense in this lineup.
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The 2022 Honda HR-V will be coming unchanged with its 141 hp for a starting price of $21,870
Being a carry-over model, the 2022 Honda HR-V has been released for sale with the same trim lineup of LX, Sport, EX, and EX-L for a starting price of $21,870. Slamming 141 horsepower with the same 1.8L I-4 engine, it comes in the space with a fuel economy of up to 34 MPG alongside a spacious interior.
Having an array of 6 exterior colors in total throughout the production line, the Honda HR-V can be personalized as per one's desire. And, this 5-seater SUV strives against the assets of Hyundai Kona, Kia Soul, and Subaru Crosstrek within a competitive price range.Â
"We'd just recommend that if you opt for an HR-V, make sure it's one of the higher-spec models with smartphone-friendly infotainment and Honda's active safety suite." - Motor Trend
The 2022 Honda HR-V is a 4-trim SUV that offers LX configuration as its base model at $21,870. It has been equipped with Eco Assist System along with 4-speaker 160W audio system and 5.0-inch color LCD screen as its standard assets. The Sport variant at $23,840 further adds Sport-Exclusive 18-inch alloy wheels and Active Noise Cancellation in its value.
Costing an MSRP of $25,070 brings EX trim to relish with Honda Sensing Suite for enhanced safety and a duo of automatic climate control & heated front seats for better comfort. The EX-L with a price of $26,670 stands at last that features Leather-trimmed seats, Honda LaneWatch, and a moonroof for a holistic driving experience.
Model |
LX |
Sport |
EX |
EX-L |
---|---|---|---|---|
MSRP (FWD) |
$21,870 |
$23,840 |
$25,070 |
$26,670 |
MSRP (AWD) | $23,370 | $25,340 | $26,570 | $28,170 |
Key Features |
17-inch silver painted alloy wheels | Sport-Exclusive 18 inch alloy wheels |
Automatic climate control |
SiriusXM |
5.0-inch color LCD screen |
7.0-inch touchscreen |
Honda Sensing |
Leather-trimmed seats |
|
4-speaker 160W audio system |
4-speaker 180W audio system |
6-speaker 180W audio system | Honda LaneWatch | |
Eco Assist System | Active Noise Cancellation | Heated front seats | Moonroof |
The EX trim is the best trim of the 2022 Honda HR-V among all as it gets automatic temperature control and heated seating along with a high bass musical system for a minimal price increment. It sits right between the Sport that lacks the basic convenience and EX-L that charges invariably extra for almost no improved features. So, the EX makes the most sense in this lineup.
"The Honda HR-V strains to hit a 60-mph stride when the road rises or more than one passenger sits inside. It’s better at point-and-squirt city driving, where even too-large 18-inch wheels don’t dull its cozy ride and its quick steering." - The Car Connection
Cruising on the streets with 141 hp and 127 lb-ft of torque, the 2022 Honda HR-V sources a 1.8L I-4 engine in its belly. It comes coupled with a CVT that transfers the gist through an FWD layout. However, with an additional $1,500, one can switch to AWD for better traction.
Being underpowered with an average mid-range peak torque, the Honda HR-V lacks the performance character but the CVT keeps the upshifts and downshift a smooth sail. However, such a deficit performance is compensated with Eco Assist System that tweaks the engine configuration for improved fuel efficiency.
With a 10.2 seconds 0-60 MPH acceleration and 17.8 seconds quarter-mile ride, the 2022 HR-V justifies that it is simply not meant for these. Even the relative braking unit of 11.5-inch front and 11.1-inch rear vented disc rotors takes an underwhelming 180 ft of braking distance for 70-0 MPH.
Models |
2022 Honda HR-V |
2022 Hyundai Kona |
2022 Kia Soul |
2022 Subaru Crosstrek |
---|---|---|---|---|
MSRP |
$21,870 |
$21,150 |
$19,290 |
$22,445 |
Engine |
1.8-liter inline-4 |
2.0-liter inline-4 |
2.0-liter inline-4 |
2.0-liter H-4 |
Drivetrain |
FWD |
FWD |
FWD |
AWD |
Transmission |
CVT |
CVT |
CVT |
6-Speed Manual |
Power |
141 hp @ 6,500 RPM |
147 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
147 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
152 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
Torque |
127 lb-ft @ 4,300 RPM |
132 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm |
132 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm |
145 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm |
0-60 MPH |
10.2 secs |
N/A |
8.0 secs |
7.5 secs |
Quarter Mile |
17.8 secs |
N/A |
16.4 secs |
16.0 secs |
Top Speed |
116 MPH |
N/A |
128 MPH |
N/A |
As per comparison, the HR-V lags behind Kia Soul in 0-60 MPH by 2.2 seconds regardless of its $2,500 higher price tag. The Subaru Crosstrek also beats the likes of the Honda in the quarter-mile drag by 1.8 seconds, thanks to its 11 hp and 18 lb-ft torque extra surge at the wheels.
"Yes, the Honda HR-V is a good subcompact SUV. It delivers an enjoyable driving experience while also boasting great fuel economy estimates." - cars.usnews
Yielding a mileage of 30 MPG combined, the 2022 Honda HR-V goes 396 miles once refilled with its 13.2-gallon fuel tank. However, the figure might go up to 448 miles also while driving on the highways where it offers 34 MPG.
Model |
2022 Honda HR-V |
2022 Hyundai Kona |
2022 Kia Soul |
2022 Subaru Crosstrek |
---|---|---|---|---|
MPG (City) |
28 |
30 |
28 |
22 |
MPG (Highway) |
34 |
35 |
33 |
29 |
MPG (Combined) |
30 |
32 |
30 |
25 |
Fuel Capacity (gallons) |
13.2 |
13.2 |
14.3 |
16.6 |
Range (City / Highway / Combined) |
369/448/396 |
396/462/422 |
400/471/429 |
365/481/415 |
Based on the data set, the Honda HR-V is 5 MPG more efficient than the Crosstrek yet lingers behind it by 21 miles due to a 3.4-gallon smaller fuel tank. The Kona, meanwhile, returns 2 MPG more than HR-V, thereby, pushing the range gap by 35 miles.
"Thanks to clever packaging by putting the fuel tank under the front seats, this small SUV has tons of interior space." - Kelley Blue Book
The interior of the 2022 Honda HR-V is one roomy space that has been adorned with either Black or Gray trimmed seats depending on the trim level. Featuring cloth seats in the LX, Sport, and EX formats, the HR-V upgrades to leather upholstery for its range-topping EX-L configuration with leather-wrapped steering wheel.Â
For solace, the Honda HR-V gets heated front seats from EX onwards while the cabin insulation happens to be assisted by the Active Noise Cancellation for the Sport and other higher trims. Speaking of the cargo capacity, the arrangement can be organized from 24.3 cu-ft to 58.8 cu-ft quite easily. Â
Models |
2022 Honda HR-V |
2022Â Hyundai Kona |
2022 Kia Soul |
2022Â Subaru Crosstrek |
---|---|---|---|---|
Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
Front row (Head/Shoulder/Legroom) (in) |
39.5/56.8/41.2 |
39.6/55.5 /41.5 |
39.4/55.5/41.1 |
39.8/56.7/43.1 |
Back Row (Head/Shoulder/Legroom) (in)Â |
38.3/54.4/39.3 |
37.8/54.5/35.2 |
39.5/54.7/38.8 |
38.3/55.6/36.5 |
Cargo Space (cu-ft.) |
24.3 |
19.2 |
24.2 |
20.8 |
From the analysis, it comes to a realization that the HR-V has got 5.1 cu-ft larger cargo volume and 4-inch better rear legroom than the Kona. The same remains the same against the Crosstrek as well but the variations reduce by 1-inch throughout. Apart from that, its infotainment unit comprises of 5-inch touchscreen display with a 4-speaker audio. Â
As we move up the scale, the 6-speaker audio unit is introduced as a standard for the EX and EX-L. Even the 5-inch display is ousted by the 7-inch one for the rest of the lineup except for the LX. The SiriusXM and HD radio are integrated too in the cabin for the top two variants as inherent assets.Â
"The HR-V doesn't stand out, which isn't necessarily a bad thing." - CarBuzz
Radiating nothing out of itself as such, the 2022 Honda HR-V ornaments its silhouette with 4 exterior colors for the base and 6 shades for the highest trim including the commoners like the Crystal Black Pearl. And the top furnishes with moonroof for an open sky inspiration but that is rejoiced by the EX and EX-L only.
Flooring on the 17-inch and 18-inch wheels, the Honda HR-V is guided by its auto on/off projector-beam halogens on the front. And it gets roof rails for managing extra luggage for all but LX. On the rear, it has been incorporated with LED brakelights and on the sides, the heated power mirrors have been fitted too.
Models |
2022 Honda HR-V |
2022 Hyundai Kona |
2022 Kia Soul |
2022 Subaru Crosstrek |
---|---|---|---|---|
Curb Weight (lbs.) |
2,906 |
2,899 |
2,844 |
3,117 |
Length (in.) |
170.4 |
165.6 |
165.2 |
176.5 |
Width (in.) |
69.8 |
70.9 |
70.9 |
71.0 |
Height (in.) |
63.2 |
61.0 |
63.0 |
63.6 |
Ground Clearance (in.) |
5.4 |
6.7 |
6.7 | 8.7 |
Wheelbase (in.) |
102.8 |
102.4 |
102.4 |
104.9 |
Pitting the dimensions highlights that all of them are pretty much the same in their overall design philosophy. However, it can be spotted that the Crosstrek has a 3.3-inch higher ground clearance than the HR-V that assists it in going off-road. Some of the notable exterior features have been mentioned below:
"There aren't a lot of standard advanced safety features found on the HR-V." - True Car
Scoring an NHTSA safety rating of 5 and an IIHS safety rating of "Good", the 2022 Honda HR-V features a high impact chassis that can take on any unwanted circumstance. And to further improve that safety stance, it gets Honda Sensing Suite for the EX and EX-L that entails below mentioned values:
With an almost parallel performance curve and figures, the 2022 Honda HR-V and the 2022 Hyundai Kona can be rated at par in powertrain prowess. However, the latter has got better economy and range coverage than the former. But when it comes to cabin space management, HR-V is more balanced. Hence, on the whole, both are equally desirable.
The 2022 Honda HR-V finds itself sluggish against the Kia Soul that tends to have higher range reach too. The space inside the Soul is also comparable to the HR-V. So, the Soul here gets the preference for its overall build up to meet the segment demands.
The Subaru Crosstrek has got both power surge and off-roading capability advantage over the 2022 Honda HR-V. Even the range index favors the likes of the Crosstrek where the HR-V struggles by some margin. Therefore, it has to be Crosstrek that should be given consideration in the first place.
With too much space on the inside to stretch yourself, the 2022 Honda HR-V is one of the most enticing options in the market. However, it still needs a lot of improvement in its powertrain efficiency, range reach, and exterior appeal because of which its rivals get slightly ahead of it on an all-round basis. Hence, it should not be the first buy at all.