Honda HR-V — All Years
We have Honda HR-V specifications on file for 11 model years, 2016–2026, covering estate/wagon trims. Across those years EPA data lists 2 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 32 to 37 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 10 of the 10 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.
| Year | Engine(s) | Fuel | MPG (UK) | CO₂ g/km | NHTSA | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 32–34 | 193 | 5★ | 0 | 17 |
| 2025 | 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 32–34 | 193 | 5★ | 1 | 45 |
| 2024 | 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 32–34 | 192 | 5★ | 4 | 109 |
| 2023 | 2L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 32–34 | 192 | — | 3 | 686 |
| 2022 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 34–36 | 181 | 5★ | 3 | 88 |
| 2021 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 34–36 | 181 | 5★ | 4 | 63 |
| 2020 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 34–36 | 181 | 5★ | 5 | 84 |
| 2019 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 34–36 | 181 | 5★ | 7 | 235 |
| 2018 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 34–37 | 180 | 5★ | 3 | 158 |
| 2017 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 34–37 | 180 | 5★ | 0 | 123 |
| 2016 | 1.8L 4-cyl | Regular Gasoline | 34–37 | 180 | 5★ | 2 | 239 |
Best and Worst Honda HR-V Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows
Across the 7 Honda HR-V model years from 2016 to 2022 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 123 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:
Fewest owner complaints
Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Engine History
- 1.8L 4-cyl — 2016–2022
- 2L 4-cyl — 2023–2026
Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What years is the Honda HR-V covered on this site?
We have data for 11 model years of the Honda HR-V, from 2016 to 2026.
What engines does the Honda HR-V come with?
EPA data lists: 1.8L 4-cyl (2016–2022); 2L 4-cyl (2023–2026).
Which Honda HR-V year has the best fuel economy?
The 2018 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 37 mpg on its most efficient configuration.
Does the Honda HR-V have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?
Yes — the 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025, 2026 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.
Which Honda HR-V model years have the most recalls and complaints?
The 2019 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (7), and the 2023 has the most owner complaints (686). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2017 and 2026. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.
What body style is the Honda HR-V?
The Honda HR-V is classed as an estate/wagon on this site.
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