Used 2016 Honda HR-V EX 4dr SUV (1.8L 4cyl CVT) Consumer Reviews
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RSJ, Winter Haven, FL, 02/18/2016
Honda HR-V EX 4dr SUV (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
35 of 44 people found this review helpful
I looked at this HR-V at my local dealership and checked it out. I am a long-time Honda owner and have had Civics, Accords and a CR-V over the years. In my experience, Honda typically puts out these new models with the minimal amount of features and horsepower they can get away with and still sell a ton of them - for cost and profit reasons of course - I'm already seeing reviews that say this HR-V is under powered - go figure! As the years go by, they tend to begin adding better engines and tweaking the ride, interior quality, features and noise levels. They've done this on most any model you can name that they have introduced or upgraded. I find that if you wait until the mid-cycle refresh or near the end of a model cycle, you'll find that the car has been refined and upgraded to a more acceptable level for most people. I have learned that I do not buy a Honda the first time out of the gate for a model refresh or a new model - not necessarily because of overall reliability issues which is still true with most domestic models - but because Honda tends to "massage" the models as the years pass and they are better near the end of their cycle than at first. My advice? Don't jump on Honda models when they are the "new thing everyone has to have". I am looking at an Accord or possibly the top of the line newly redesigned Civic with turbo engine but I am waiting a couple of years to let Honda tweak and massage any issues that almost always arise at first - just my two-cents worth from a long time Honda fan - patience pays off with Honda :-)
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Perfect Compact SUV
W, Cupertino, CA, 10/14/2016
Honda HR-V EX 4dr SUV (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The size of the vehicle and available cargo space are perfect for my lifestyle. I live in a pretty busy city where parking can be a problem but I also needed cargo space for the activities that I engage in. I absolutely love the aesthetic and performance of this car. I initially had an issue with the headlights not operating but the service center of the dealership took care of it right away!
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Moving up from a Fit
Selden, New Lebanon, NY, 08/11/2015
updated 08/27/2024
Honda HR-V EX 4dr SUV (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Update: August 26, 2024, 103,000 miles. Pushbutton starter switch has become unreliable. Sometimes it starts on the first push, sometimes 5 or more, but it always starts eventually. At ~102,500 miles the rear hatch switch failed. This will require removing the inner liner to determine if the problem is a bad connection, or if a new switch is needed (~$30). Update: August 22, 2023: 100,000 routine service on August 7. No issues found. The HR-V remains a very reliable car. Update: August 22, 2022. The HR-V continues to be a reliable and versatile vehicle. Approaching 90,000 miles, I am considering the next generation, even though it is much larger, and loses the "magic seats" from the Fit. Adjusted for inflation, the EX model costs very little than my previous Honda, a 2009 Fit Sport, but is a huge improvement. It's better in almost every way, quieter, more comfortable, stronger performance, better sound system, far better A/C, heated seats, moonroof, and the side and rear view cameras, which are more useful than I expected, plus "just enough" extra space, without adding excessively to exterior dimensions. About the only place where the 2009 Fit bests the HR-V is the dash mounted cup holders, which are very convenient. Living in the hot and sunny south, the improvements in the HR-V A/C system are greatly appreciated. The Fit A/C is adequate up to 95° in constant conditions, but it takes a while to cool down. In contrast, the HR-V climate control system is both more powerful and quieter, and gets a hot car down to a comfortable level in a matter of minutes. The HR-V is an extremely versatile car. As of February 2022 our HR-V has accumulated over 90,000 trouble-free miles, including long road trips between Georgia and Delaware. Gas mileage has slowly improved by about 10% since it was new. up, and it's averaging 34 mpg long term, with a mix of highway, city, and mountain driving. Cargo capacity is fantastic; I wish I could attach a photo of our HR-V loaded to the rafters with boxes. Overall, I am very pleased with the HR-V; no car is perfect, but at this price point, the HR-V comes pretty close. I received two recall notices in 2021, one for the ignition switch (reimbursed in full by Honda) and the other to reflash the CVT software. Transmission would have been replaced under extended warranty if it had failed testing, but it passed. While the HR-V was being serviced, dealer provided a 2021 CR-V loaner. I did not like new new instrument panel design, intrusive lane correction, or handling. If the 2023 HR-V redesign for North America proves out, it will be at the top of our list for a replacement vehicle — something that I hope will not occur until the HR-V is well past 100,000 miles.
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from Civic to HRV
Valerie, Truckee, CA, 01/27/2017
updated 02/03/2020
Honda HR-V EX 4dr SUV (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I ABSOLUTELY love this car. I was very hesitant at first because I just wanted to replace my civic that was totaled in a car accident. My husband kept saying just test drive it and see. I mean I loved the look but said no. Well when I started to look at the civics and don't know if it was me or that they seemed to be lower than the one I had. So I went to look at the CRV. Still not even looking in the HRV's direction. Test drove the CRV and I was like OK I can do this. But still on the fence. I am only 4 foot 11 so I felt the CRV was a bit on the big side. I was really stuck. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis so getting a civic was not out of the question. When I have flares it would be hard for me to get in and out of the car because it was just to low. The CRV seemed to be the better fit but finally the salesman was like lets just take a look at the HRV. I think it's what you are looking for. When I went to sit in the HRV let me tell you. It fit like a glove. The ease of getting in and out of the car was so easy. My kids have plenty of room in the back seat. I have great space in my cargo area. I mean this car is perfect. It drives great. I did read about the speed and it drives great. Now let me get to the few thinks I don't really care for but deal with because like I said I love this car. The cup holder is not that great. If you have a medium drink or larger you are good. but if you have a small drink the lift for that size is not very promising. I find myself holding the cup because I feel it will fall out of the cup holder. The middle console armrest is pretty small. maybe a few pens. Where they have put the charging plugs in the front is OK but i would much rather have easier access. Now this is one think I don't understand. The passenger can usually lock the car if the driver happens to step out when parked. But you can't in this car. They have to lean over to the driver's side to lock the car. (If someone knows how it can be done please let me know) The problems I see are so minor that I tell everyone that asks me about my HRV to go and test drive it and they will see for themselves this is a great car. The AC fan is NOT great at all. I had to have it replaced when the vehicle was still under warranty. It has not been a year since having it replaced and the fan sounds like it did the last time it went out. I wonder if other owners have this problem.
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Jerry in SD
Jerry, Beverly Hills, CA, 10/22/2015
updated 04/20/2022
Honda HR-V EX 4dr SUV (1.8L 4cyl CVT)
14 of 19 people found this review helpful
10-14-20:This is a small SUV which I love. I got this car when it first came out, there was waiting list or get what came in. My car color is gun metal which shows dust just like black, hard to wash due to body curves. My car is EX so it has zip on freeway, my husband loves to drive it, his car is 6 cylinder which he demands power. No complains gets 29 miles around town.
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