Honda’s redesigned 2023 HR-V subcompact crossover — greater, sportier and accessible with a brand new driver-assist characteristic for enhanced off-roading — is powered by a 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine with 158 hp and 138 pound-feet of torque.
And whereas the bottom value is rising by almost $2,000, it’s going to stay beneath $25,000, making it accessible to the 25 and youthful viewers Honda hopes to seize extra of.
The second-generation HR-V, on sale now, adopts a brand new structure that places it extra in keeping with the most recent, 11th-generation Civic in addition to the redesigned, sixth-generation CR-V compact crossover coming in September.
It options an unbiased rear suspension for smoother trip high quality. The three accessible trims — LX, Sport and EX-L — can all be configured with front- or all-wheel drive.
Honda says the awd system is improved for a extra responsive driving character. Upon begin, the system is tuned to ship extra torque to the rear wheels on slick roads for higher stability. The HR-V additionally will get hill descent management — a primary for a Honda utility automobile.
The bottom LX with fwd prices $24,895, together with delivery. That represents a $1,800 enhance over the 2022 mannequin. Output additionally elevated, by 17 hp.