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2025 Honda HR-V
The 2025 Honda HR-V carries over with no notable changes beyond an $800 price increase on all three trims, and starts at $26,795 for the LX. NHTSA lists one recall, for a steering gearbox that may cause difficulty steering, and 45 complaints, 14 about steering. EPA rates it 27 to 28 mpg combined.
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
Powertrain2.0L four-cylinder
Output158 hp
DrivetrainFWD / AWD
Seating5
Decision answers18Trim, ownership and verification
What changed on the 2025 Honda HR-V
Cars.com (opens in a new tab) says the HR-V stays the course for 2025, carrying over with no notable changes except an $800 price increase on all three trims, with a standard 7-inch touchscreen, three USB ports and wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Motor Illustrated (opens in a new tab) calls it the third model year of the second generation, after a comprehensive redesign for 2023, and lists the LX with front- or all-wheel drive alongside the Sport and EX-L Navi with standard AWD.
Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) lists the LX at a starting sticker price of $26,795 and a Fair Purchase Price of $24,900, with a 5-year cost to own of $45,854. EPA rates the 2025 HR-V at 27 to 28 mpg combined and $2,250 to $2,300 a year in fuel.
Recalls and problems owners report
NHTSA lists one recall campaign for the 2025 HR-V, 24V744000, covering a steering gearbox assembly that may have been manufactured incorrectly, causing excessive internal friction and difficulty steering. Owners have filed 45 complaints with NHTSA: steering with 14, unknown or other with 11, and service brakes and forward collision avoidance with 8 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.
2025 HR-V against the CX-30, Crosstrek, Corolla Cross and Kona
EPA rates the 2025 HR-V at 27 to 28 mpg combined and $2,250 to $2,300 a year in fuel. The Mazda CX-30 lists 25 to 29 at $2,150 to $2,500, the Subaru Crosstrek 27 to 29 at $2,150 to $2,300, the Toyota Corolla Cross 30 to 42 at $1,500 to $2,100 including its hybrid, and the Hyundai Kona 26 to 118 at $650 to $2,400 including its electric version. The HR-V is close to the CX-30 and Crosstrek and trails the Corolla Cross.
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Record summary
What to know first
Every 2025 HR-V uses the same 158-horsepower 2.0L engine and CVT; the three trims separate by wheels, comfort equipment and available all-wheel drive.
Model-year note
AWD is optional across the lineup, not trim-exclusive, so it is not limited to the top trim.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| LX | Entry trim | 2.0L engine standard, 158 hp, 17-inch alloy wheels standard, 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto standard |
| Sport | Trim 2 of 3 | 18-inch gloss-black alloy wheels standard, Heated front seats standard, Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning standard |
| EX-L | Top trim | Leather-trimmed seats standard, 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat standard, Dual-zone automatic climate control and moonroof standard |
01
Entry trim
LX
- 2.0L engine standard, 158 hp
- 17-inch alloy wheels standard
- 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto standard
02
Trim 2 of 3
Sport
- 18-inch gloss-black alloy wheels standard
- Heated front seats standard
- Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning standard
03
Top trim
EX-L
- Leather-trimmed seats standard
- 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat standard
- Dual-zone automatic climate control and moonroof standard
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2025 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 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (VTEC) | Automatic, CVT | AWD | 158 | 138 | 25 / 30 / 27 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Sport | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (VTEC) | Automatic, CVT | AWD | 158 | 138 | 25 / 30 / 27 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| EX-L | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (VTEC) | Automatic, CVT | AWD | 158 | 138 | 25 / 30 / 27 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Payload | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 3,276 lb | 179.8 in | 63.4 in | 104.5 in | 7 in | 35.1 ft | 14 gal | 39.4 in | 41.9 in | 1,320 lb | P215/60HR17 |
| Sport | 3,311 lb | 179.8 in | 63.8 in | 104.5 in | 7.3 in | 37 ft | 14 gal | 39.4 in | 41.9 in | 1,320 lb | P225/55HR18 |
| EX-L | 3,333 lb | 179.8 in | 63.4 in | 104.5 in | 7 in | 35.1 ft | 14 gal | 38.4 in | 41.9 in | 1,320 lb | P215/60HR17 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2025 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 | Sport | 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 |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning with automatic braking | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-descent control | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std |
| Side-view cameras | Std | Std | Std |
| Top-view camera | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | – | – | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | – | – | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||
| Text-message reader | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std |
| Built-in internet access | – | – | Std |
| Satellite radio | – | – | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | – |
| Comfort | |||
| Heated front seats | – | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | – | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | – | Std |
| Leather seats | – | – | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | Std | 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 |
| Privacy glass | – | Std | Std |
| Rear spoiler | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | – | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
2 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47782HR-V AWD | 2L 4-cylConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 25 | 30 | 27 | N/A |
| 47783HR-V FWD | 2L 4-cylConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 26 | 32 | 28 | N/A |
Direct answers
18 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2025 HR-V come in?
The 2025 Honda HR-V (subcompact SUV) comes in 3 trims: LX, Sport, EX-L.
Source: Honda
Q02What are the 2025 HR-V trims?
The 2025 Honda HR-V trims are LX, Sport, EX-L, listed from the entry LX up to the top EX-L.
Source: Honda
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2025 HR-V use?
The 2025 Honda HR-V is built around 2.0L four-cylinder, rated at 158 horsepower across its subcompact SUV body style.
Source: Honda specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2025 HR-V?
The 2025 Honda HR-V is offered with FWD / AWD.
Source: Honda specifications
Q05What changed for the 2025 HR-V?
AWD is optional across the lineup, not trim-exclusive, so it is not limited to the top trim.
Source: Honda model-year information
Q06How many recall campaigns does NHTSA list for the 2025 Honda HR-V?
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation records 1 recall campaign for the 2025 Honda HR-V, covering steering.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall campaigns
Q07Which driver-assistance features are standard on a 2025 Honda HR-V?
The 2025 Honda HR-V is documented with Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning standard.
Source: Manufacturer equipment table and owner’s manual
Q08How did the 2025 Honda HR-V do in NHTSA's side crash and rollover tests?
The 2025 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 14% to 14.3% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program
Q09How much is the destination charge on the 2025 Honda HR-V?
Kelley Blue Book's review of the 2025 Honda HR-V puts the destination charge, the fee for delivering the vehicle from the factory to the dealer, at $1,350. It is added to the base price.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q10Is scheduled maintenance included with the 2025 Honda HR-V?
Yes. Kelley Blue Book lists 2 years or 24,000 miles of complimentary scheduled maintenance with the 2025 Honda HR-V.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q11How much engine oil does the 2025 Honda HR-V hold?
The 2025 Honda HR-V owner's manual gives an engine-oil capacity of 4.4 US quarts when the oil filter is changed at the same time. Source: 2025 Honda HR-V owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q12What torque do the 2025 Honda HR-V's wheel nuts need?
The 2025 Honda HR-V owner's manual gives 80 lb-ft as the wheel-nut tightening torque. Source: 2025 Honda HR-V owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q13What brake fluid, refrigerant and key-fob battery does the 2025 Honda HR-V use?
The 2025 Honda HR-V owner's manual names R-1234yf air-conditioning refrigerant and a CR2032 coin-cell battery in the key fob. Source: 2025 Honda HR-V owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q14What are the 2025 Honda HR-V trim levels?
The lineup is LX, Sport and EX-L.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q15What safety system is standard on the 2025 Honda HR-V?
Honda Sensing is standard across every trim, including the Collision Mitigation Braking System, Road Departure Mitigation System, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist System and Traffic Sign Recognition.
Source: Dealer safety-feature research pages
Q16What size wheels does the 2025 Honda HR-V have?
The 2025 Honda HR-V's wheel diameter is 17 inches on the LX and EX-L and 18 inches on the Sport. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q17How do the 2025 Honda HR-V trims differ from one another?
All 3 trims share the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (VTEC) making 158 hp. The Sport has blind-spot alert, heated front seats, heated mirrors and 3 more as standard equipment over the LX. The EX-L has front and rear parking sensors, built-in internet access, leather seats and 3 more as standard equipment over the Sport.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q18What does the 2025 Honda HR-V cost across its trims?
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2025 Honda HR-V run from $26,795 for the LX to $32,395 for the EX-L, across 3 trims.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2025 Honda HR-V.
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Honda HR-V official model pageManufacturer lineup, equipment and specifications
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