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    Honda HR-V Review, For Sale, Colours, Interior & Specs in Australia

    Honda HR-V Review, For Sale, Colours, Interior & Specs in Australia

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    $34,900

    The Honda HR-V first graced Australian roads in 1999 as a quirky, two-door shooting-brake-style SUV.

    As unique and interesting as the small, constant four-wheel-drive SUV may have been, it was discontinued after just two years on sale, despite the addition of a family-friendly five-door version in 2000 and a choice of two bullet-proof petrol engines from Honda. Revived in 2014, the HR-V returns as a less avant-garde, more traditional small SUV, with trim levels that range from $34,900 for the HR-V VI X to $42,900 for the HR-V E:hev L. All are centred around a single four-cylinder petrol engine powering the front wheels only.

    This vehicle is also known as the Honda Vezel (Japan).

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    6.2L/100km (combined)
    SUV
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    Unleaded Petrol
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    Rating Summary
    Price and features
    7
    Practicality
    8
    Driving
    7
    Safety
    6
    Overview
    Likes
    Seriously good-looking inside and out
    Affordable price tag for grade level
    Easy to drive in the city
    Dislikes
    Missing features you'd expect for top model
    Safety could and should be better
    Engine gets whiny on open roads

    Honda HR-V Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the Honda HR-V varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $34,900 and going to $42,900 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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    Honda HR-V Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Honda HR-V SUV vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    Honda HR-V Colours

    Botanical Green
    Platinum White
    Premium Crystal Red
    Premium Opal White
    Slate Grey

    Honda HR-V FAQs

    Where is the Honda ZRV made?

    Honda has manufacturing facilities for the ZRV in Japan, China and Mexcio, with Australian-sold examples rolling off the assembly line in Yorii, Saitama, Japan.

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    What's a good hybrid car to buy?

    The default purchase for somebody looking for a mid-sized hybrid SUV is the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. But if that’s too big, there’s the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid, C-HR Hybrid and even the Corolla Cross Hybrid which sounds like the marketplace is getting crowded but is really just a reflection of the appetite right now for cars like these. And that’s the catch; the waiting times for a brand-new example of some of these cars is out to many months and even years. So your plan to shop second-hand makes plenty of sense, but don’t expect any bargains in a market currently being dominated by lots of demand and less supply.

    Beyond the Toyota brand (which has been doing hybrids longer than just about anybody else) there’s also the Mazda CX-30, Subaru XV Hybrid, Haval Jolion Hybrid, Kia Niro, Subaru Forester Hybrid, Nissan Qashqai e-Power, MG HS, Honda HR-V e and more. For something a bit bigger, try the Kia Sorento or Hyundai Santa Fe hybrids. There are others out there, too, that are probably bigger or more expensive than you need, but it's very much a growing scene in the Australian marketplace.

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    What is the best dog-friendly car?

    If you like the idea of the Honda but don’t want such a physically large package, take a look at the Honda Jazz. Yes, it’s probably one size down from your current Focus, but its interior is very spacious for its external dimensions. It’s also the car that has probably the most versatile interior in terms of flexible seating arrangements with a rear seat that folds, slides and tumbles. It also has normal ride height (as opposed to the jacked-up stance that SUVs boast) so your dog may find it easier to jump in without hitting anything. Beyond that, you really need to visit dealerships and check for yourself that rear doors, rear seats and general layout suit your very specific canine requirements.

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    Honda HR-V Interior

    The interior of the Honda HR-V features a streamlined dashboard that looks sleek and well-made. It's headlined by technology screens that look high-end, if on the small side, and are offset by a plethora of soft touchpoints and synthetic leather trims.

    Doors close with a solid thump and design accents speak to a high-quality build that makes the interior feel pleasant and solid.

    Honda HR-V Accessories

    Standard accessories for the Honda HR-V include LED dusk-sensing headlights, LED DRLs, 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, single zone air-conditioning, keyless entry and start, a 9.0-inch touchscreen multimedia system, satellite navigation, wired Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay, digital radio, front/rear parking sensors and a reversing camera.

    Honda HR-V Boot Space

    Boot space is on the tiny side when all four seats are in use at 304L but can be bumped up significantly when the rear seats are folded to 1274L. Only the top model gets a powered tailgate.

    Honda HR-V Fuel consumption

    The Honda HR-V is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Hybrid and ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 4.3L/100km for SUV
    *Combined fuel consumption
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    Honda HR-V Towing Capacity

    The Honda HR-V has no towing capacity for the latest model available.
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    Honda HR-V Engine

    There are two engines for the HR-V. The base variant gets a 1.5L four-cylinder petrol engine that produces up to 89kW/145Nm.

    The mid- and top-grade models have a hybrid combination marrying an electric motor with a 1.5L four-cylinder petrol engine. Together they produce up to 96kW/253Nm.

    Honda HR-V Wheel Size

    The Honda HR-V has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 225x50 R18 9 for SUV in 2025 with a wheel size that spans from 7.5x18 inches.
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    Honda HR-V Seats

    The Honda HR-V is only offered with four-seats in a 2/2 configuration. The rear row has a 60/40 split and are what Honda dubs 'Magic' seats. This means the seat bases can be lifted up and secured against the seat backs, allowing for greater storage capacity (think picking up plants from Hammerbarn). They can also fold completely flat.

    Cloth seat upholstery is standard in lower grades but the higher grade gets a mix between cloth and synthetic leather. No matter the grade, the front seats only have manual adjustments available.

    Honda HR-V Speed

    Honda doesn't quote an official 0/100km/h sprint time for the HR-V but expect a figure of around 10 seconds. Top speed is approximately 170km/h.

    Honda HR-V Range

    The base variant has a 40L fuel tank and an official combined fuel cycle figure of 6.2L/100km, which gives a theoretical driving range of up to 645km.

    The mid- and top-spec variants both have a 40L fuel tank and an official combined fuel cycle figure of 4.3L/100km, which gives a theoretical driving range of up to 930km.

    Honda says 91 RON 'standard' fuel can be used in all HR-V models.