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2016 Honda HR-V
The 2016 Honda HR-V is brand new, Honda's first U.S. HR-V, with standard 17-inch alloy wheels, Hill Start Assist, an electric parking brake and standard Vehicle Stability Assist, and used prices from $13,750 at Kelley Blue Book. NHTSA lists two recalls, for rear brake calipers and a missing tire placard, and 239 complaints. EPA rates it 28 to 31 mpg combined.
Configurations5
Model/option labels2
Combined efficiency28–31 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers6
What the 2016 Honda HR-V offers
Fisher Honda (opens in a new tab) says the 2016 HR-V is brand new, with standard multi-reflector halogen headlights. Honda's press kit (opens in a new tab) lists standard 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels, Hill Start Assist and an Electric Parking Brake, standard and available driver-assistive technologies including Vehicle Stability Assist with Traction Control and Honda LaneWatch, and a 3-year/36,000-mile limited warranty with a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty.
Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) puts used 2016 HR-Vs at $13,750 for the LX to $15,450 for the EX-L at a dealership, and rates fuel economy at 27/32 to 28/35 mpg city and highway. EPA rates the 2016 HR-V at 28 to 31 mpg combined and $2,000 to $2,250 a year in fuel, with front- or all-wheel drive.
Recalls and problems owners report
NHTSA lists two recall campaigns for the 2016 HR-V. 18V777000 covers rear brake caliper pistons with an insufficient coating that may form gas pockets and reduce braking, fixed by bleeding the brakes, and 15V472000 covers HR-Vs built between January 12 and May 20, 2015 that may be missing the required tire placard.
Owners have filed 239 complaints with NHTSA: power train with 74, electrical system with 56, unknown or other with 45, service brakes with 25, and structure and engine with 22 each. ProblemsByVin (opens in a new tab) keeps a record for the year, and Consumer Reports (opens in a new tab) keeps a reliability page.
2016 HR-V against the Chevrolet Trax
EPA rates the 2016 HR-V at 28 to 31 mpg combined and $2,000 to $2,250 a year in fuel. The 2016 Chevrolet Trax lists 27 to 29 at $2,150 to $2,300. The HR-V is ahead of the Trax on mpg and fuel cost.
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2016 Honda HR-V: 3 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 1.8-liter 4-cylinder (i-VTEC) | Auto, CVT w/Sport Mode | 2WD | 141 | 127 | 28 / 35 / 31 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| EX | 1.8-liter 4-cylinder (i-VTEC) | Auto, CVT w/Sport Mode | AWD | 141 | 127 | 27 / 32 / 29 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| EX-L | 1.8-liter 4-cylinder (i-VTEC) | Auto, CVT w/Sport Mode | AWD | 141 | 127 | 27 / 32 / 29 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Towing | Payload | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 2,902 lb | 169.1 in | 63.2 in | 102.8 in | 6.7 in | 37.4 ft | 13.2 gal | 39.5 in | 41.2 in | 1,320 lb | P215/55VR17 | |
| EX | 3,094 lb | 169.1 in | 63.2 in | 102.8 in | 6.7 in | 37.4 ft | 13.2 gal | 37.6 in | 41.2 in | 4,500 lb | 1,320 lb | P215/55VR17 |
| EX-L | 3,109 lb | 169.1 in | 63.2 in | 102.8 in | 6.7 in | 37.4 ft | 13.2 gal | 37.6 in | 41.2 in | 4,500 lb | 1,320 lb | P215/55VR17 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2016 Honda HR-V trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | LX | EX | EX-L |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | – | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||
| Text-message reader | – | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | – | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | – | Std |
| Real-time traffic information | – | – | Std |
| Satellite radio | – | – | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | – | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | – | – | Std |
| Comfort | |||
| Heated front seats | – | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | – | Std | Std |
| Leather seats | – | – | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | – | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | Opt | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | – | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | – | – | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | – | Opt | Opt |
| Proximity keyless entry | – | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | – | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
5 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35998HR-V 2WD | 1.8L 4-cylConventional | Front-Wheel DriveManual 6-spd | Regular | 25 | 33 | 28 | N/A |
| 35999HR-V 2WD | 1.8L 4-cylConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 28 | 34 | 31 | N/A |
| 36000HR-V 2WD | 1.8L 4-cylConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S7) | Regular | 28 | 34 | 31 | N/A |
| 36001HR-V 4WD | 1.8L 4-cylConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 27 | 32 | 29 | N/A |
| 36002HR-V 4WD | 1.8L 4-cylConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AV-S7) | Regular | 27 | 32 | 29 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
6 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01Which current models share the 2016 Honda HR-V's EPA class?
Comparison
Class peers of the 2016 Honda HR-V in the current EPA data include 2026 Acura MDX, 2026 Buick Encore, 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ, 2025 Cadillac XT4, 2026 Cadillac XT5, 2025 Cadillac XT6, and 47 more.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q02How did the 2016 Honda HR-V do in NHTSA's side crash and rollover tests?
Safety record
The 2016 Honda HR-V earned 5 stars in the side crash test (5 stars driver side, 5 stars passenger side) and 4 stars for rollover resistance, a 13.5% to 15.3% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash. Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, read 2026-09-20.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program
Q03What engine oil does the 2016 Honda HR-V take?
Maintenance
The 2016 Honda HR-V owner's manual specifies SAE 0W-20 engine oil. Source: 2016 Honda HR-V owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q04What torque do the 2016 Honda HR-V's wheel nuts need?
Wheels and tires
The 2016 Honda HR-V owner's manual gives 80 lb-ft as the wheel-nut tightening torque. Source: 2016 Honda HR-V owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q05What size wheels does the 2016 Honda HR-V have?
Wheels and tires
The 2016 Honda HR-V's wheel diameter is 17 inches on every trim. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q06How do the 2016 Honda HR-V trims differ from one another?
Trims
All 3 trims share the 1.8-liter 4-cylinder (i-VTEC) making 141 hp. The EX has AWD instead of 2WD and a text-message reader, blind-spot alert, fog lights and 7 more as standard equipment over the LX. The EX-L has leather seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a navigation system and 4 more as standard equipment over the EX.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
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