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The quietly stylish HR-V is Honda’s smallest crossover offering and shares much of its mechanicals with the Fit hatchback. Its inventive second-row Magic Seat gives it an edge in cargo volume, and it’s one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in the segment. It’s not all roses, though: The HR-V has a frustrating infotainment system that is slow to respond, and its driving dynamics won’t win the heart of an enthusiast driver. What you see is what you get: a small SUV that dutifully transports people and things from A to B.
What’s New for 2017?
Honda’s tiniest crossover is based on its tiniest hatchback, the Fit. Honda introduced the HR-V as a 2016 model, so it’s no surprise that it rolls into 2017 with minimal changes.
Trims and Options We’d Choose
The HR-V’s mid-level EX trim represents the best value. For a modest price increase of $2050 over the base LX model, the EX adds:
• 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment
• Keyless entry and push-button start
• Automatic climate control
• Tilting-and-sliding sunroof
Our manual-transmission, front-wheel-drive HR-V rings in at $22,455. A continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) is available for $800. Stick with front-wheel drive; all-wheel drive is a $2100 option.