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The HR-V pairs a 158-hp 2.0-liter four and CVT across all six trims, with FWD versions earning better fuel economy and AWD versions adding all-weather grip for a few thousand dollars more.
The HR-V ranges from $26,600 (LX FWD) to $31,950 (EX-L AWD) across 6 trims.
The HR-V ranges from $26,600 (LX FWD) to $31,950 (EX-L AWD) across 6 trims. Prices are starting MSRP and exclude taxes and fees.
Adding AWD costs $1,500 at each trim level (e.
Adding AWD costs $1,500 at each trim level (e.g., LX FWD $26,600 vs. LX AWD $28,100), and you give up roughly 1–2 mpg across city, highway, and combined ratings. It's worth it if you deal with snow, ice, or unpaved roads regularly; for mild-climate commuters, FWD is the more efficient and economical choice.
The lineup spans from $26,600 for the LX FWD to $31,950 for the EX-L AWD, with six configurations in between covering both FWD and AWD across three trim levels.
The HR-V comes in 6 trims: LX FWD, LX AWD, Sport FWD, Sport AWD, EX-L FWD, EX-L AWD.
The HR-V is offered in 6 trims (LX FWD, LX AWD, Sport FWD, Sport AWD, EX-L FWD, EX-L AWD). Higher trims layer on equipment and features; see the trim comparison for exactly what each one adds.
The Sport FWD at $28,400 hits a reasonable middle ground — it steps up from the base LX FWD ($26,600) in content while keeping you under $30,000 and avoiding the fuel economy penalty that comes with AWD.
The Sport FWD at $28,400 hits a reasonable middle ground — it steps up from the base LX FWD ($26,600) in content while keeping you under $30,000 and avoiding the fuel economy penalty that comes with AWD. If you genuinely need all-wheel drive, the LX AWD at $28,100 actually undercuts the Sport FWD on price and gives you traction capability instead of trim upgrades.
The HR-V seats five across all trims, making it workable for a small family or carpool, though as a subcompact SUV it's better suited to couples or small households than to families needing regular third-row space.
All trims share a 2.
All trims share a 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder producing 158 hp and 138 lb-ft of torque, paired with a CVT — there are no engine or transmission upgrades available within the lineup.
17-inch wheels is available on the LX FWD, LX AWD.
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car. Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably. 17-inch wheels is available on the LX FWD, LX AWD.
18-inch wheels is available on the Sport FWD, Sport AWD, EX-L FWD, EX-L AWD.
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car. Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably. 18-inch wheels is available on the Sport FWD, Sport AWD, EX-L FWD, EX-L AWD.
Yes — 158 horsepower is standard on every HR-V trim.
Peak power the engine — or, on a hybrid, the combined system — can produce. More horsepower generally means easier merging, passing, and confident acceleration. Yes — 158 horsepower is standard on every HR-V trim.
All Wheel Drive is available on the LX AWD, Sport AWD, EX-L AWD.
Which wheels the engine actually drives. It affects traction, cabin packaging, and confidence in poor weather. All Wheel Drive is available on the LX AWD, Sport AWD, EX-L AWD.
Yes — Continuously Variable (CVT) is standard on every HR-V trim.
How the engine's power is geared and delivered to the wheels. It shapes how the car responds when you accelerate and how it settles at a cruise. Yes — Continuously Variable (CVT) is standard on every HR-V trim.
No — the entire 2027 HR-V lineup runs a 2.
No — the entire 2027 HR-V lineup runs a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with a CVT; there is no hybrid or electric option in this generation.
FWD trims (LX, Sport, EX-L) are rated 26 city / 32 highway / 28 combined mpg, while AWD trims drop to 25 city / 30 highway / 27 combined — a modest but consistent penalty across the board.
FWD trims (LX, Sport, EX-L) are rated 26 city / 32 highway / 28 combined mpg, while AWD trims drop to 25 city / 30 highway / 27 combined — a modest but consistent penalty across the board. If you're mostly driving highways and rarely need AWD traction, that gap adds up over time.
97.3 cu-ft passenger volume is available on the EX-L FWD, EX-L AWD.
The total interior space measured for passengers. More passenger volume means more room to stretch out, front and back. 97.3 cu-ft passenger volume is available on the EX-L FWD, EX-L AWD.
98.7 cu-ft passenger volume is available on the LX FWD, LX AWD, Sport FWD, Sport AWD.
The total interior space measured for passengers. More passenger volume means more room to stretch out, front and back. 98.7 cu-ft passenger volume is available on the LX FWD, LX AWD, Sport FWD, Sport AWD.
Yes — Seating for 5 is standard on every HR-V trim.
How many occupants the cabin is designed to seat. It determines whether the whole family or carpool rides comfortably. Yes — Seating for 5 is standard on every HR-V trim.
Every trim in the lineup offers 55.
Every trim in the lineup offers 55.1 cubic feet of cargo volume — that figure doesn't change whether you choose FWD or AWD, or any trim level from LX to EX-L.
Yes — 55.1 cu-ft of cargo space is standard on every HR-V trim.
How much the trunk holds with the rear seats up. It sets how much luggage, gear, or groceries you can carry. Yes — 55.1 cu-ft of cargo space is standard on every HR-V trim.
No open recall campaigns are currently listed for the HR-V.
No open recall campaigns are currently listed for the HR-V. Recall data comes from NHTSA; check the recall center for the latest campaigns and remedies.
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