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2018 Honda HR-V Trims Comparison

2018 HR-V trim level differences

The 2018 HR-V is the least expensive crossover in Honda's stable, but thanks to the number of features offered, it doesn't have to feel like an econobox special. There are three trim levels available: LX, EX and EX-L Navi. All three models are powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine (141 horsepower, 127 pound-feet of torque) and either paired with a six-speed manual (with front-wheel drive only) or a CVT automatic (front- or all-wheel drive).

Standard feature highlights for the LX include 17-inch wheels, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a height-adjustable driver seat, a 60/40-split folding rear seat with Honda's Magic Seat feature, a 5-inch central display screen, a rearview camera, Bluetooth, and a four-speaker sound system with a CD player and a USB port.

The EX trim adds a sunroof, rear privacy glass, automatic headlights, foglights, heated mirrors, keyless entry and ignition, heated front seats, automatic climate control, dynamic guidelines for the rearview camera, a passenger-side blind-spot camera (Honda's LaneWatch), a 7-inch touchscreen display, a six-speaker sound system (with an additional USB port), and HondaLink smartphone apps and integration.

Lastly, the range-topping EX-L Navi comes with roof rails, leather upholstery, a navigation system with voice recognition, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and satellite and HD radio.

Which 2018 HR-V trim does Edmunds recommend?

We think you'll like the HR-V's EX trim level. It's a small price jump up from the base LX to the EX and with it you gain a host of modern conveniences, including keyless entry and ignition, heated seats and dynamic rearview camera guidelines. The range-topping EX-L Navi is a little more of a stretch, though still reasonably priced, and adds amenities such as leather upholstery, navigation and satellite radio. But for this class of car, the midlevel EX makes the most sense and carries an attractive price, so it's the one we'd recommend.

Compare 2018 HR-V trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Troy, MI
Vehicle
HR-V LX
HR-V EX
HR-V EX-L
Vehicle
LX
1.8L 4cyl 6M
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EX-L
1.8L 4cyl CVT
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Satellite radio
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not available
Not available
Not available
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
leather
Heated seats
Not Available
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
Mexico
Mexico
Mexico
Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
141 hp @ 6,500 rpm
141 hp @ 6,500 rpm
141 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Engine torque
127 lb-ft @ 4,300 rpm
127 lb-ft @ 4,300 rpm
127 lb-ft @ 4,300 rpm
Engine displacement
1.8 l
1.8 l
1.8 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed manual
6-speed manual
continuously variable-speed automatic
Tire size
215/55R17
215/55R17
215/55R17
Wheel size
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
25 / 33 / 28 MPG
25 / 33 / 28 MPG
28 / 34 / 31 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
13.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
330 / 436 miles
330 / 436 miles
370 / 449 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
37.4 ft.
37.4 ft.
37.4 ft.
Curb weight
2,888 lb.
2,917 lb.
2,947 lb.
Ground Clearance
6.7 in.
6.7 in.
6.7 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
69.8 in.
69.8 in.
69.8 in.
Height
63.2 in.
63.2 in.
63.2 in.
Length
169.1 in.
169.1 in.
169.1 in.
Wheelbase
102.8 in.
102.8 in.
102.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
24.3 cu. ft.
24.3 cu. ft.
24.3 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
58.8 cu. ft.
58.8 cu. ft.
58.8 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.5 in.
37.6 in.
37.6 in.
Front Leg Room
41.2 in.
41.2 in.
41.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room
56.8 in.
56.8 in.
56.8 in.
Rear Head Room
38.3 in.
38.3 in.
38.3 in.
Rear Leg Room
39.3 in.
39.3 in.
39.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
54.5 in.
54.5 in.
54.5 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black, cloth
Black, cloth
Black, leather
Gray, leather
Exterior
Milano Red
Modern Steel Metallic
White Orchid Pearl
Crystal Black Pearl
Milano Red
Modern Steel Metallic
White Orchid Pearl
Crystal Black Pearl
Misty Green Pearl
Aegean Blue Metallic
Milano Red
Lunar Silver Metallic
Modern Steel Metallic
White Orchid Pearl
Crystal Black Pearl
Mulberry Metallic