The 2023 Honda HR-V EX-L is it worth buying?
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- čas přidán 20. 06. 2022
- Honda's smallest most affordable SUV is all-new but is the HR-V worth buying? The second generation has grown in size sharing highlights with the new Civic. Learn about the new 2023 #Honda #HRV #EXL in this video review.
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I have the base trim LX with AWD, as I actually prefer the cloth seats, which in this vehicle are very comfortable. Yet as a base trim, this vehicle still feels very luxurious, and still has many of the important needed extra features. It handles and rides beautifully, and I love the look of this car. It is truly a work of art. I can’t stop looking at it. Overall absolutely love my new 2023 HRV AWD LX.
Thank you for your buyers insight 👍
I just ordered the 2024 hrv ex-l. With the modern metallic exterior and gray interior. I was very indecisive about wanting to keep the gray interior but it actually looks very luxurious with the light colored interior. Thank you so much for this video
Your welcome and congratulations 👍
I got mine at the end of June. I absolutely love it. I thought the 2022 HRV was an excellent vehicle. This car, however, was obsession worthy for me. I was counting down the days until I got mine! The interior is slick, there are interesting touches, like the A/C fan will quiet when you use voice commands or talk on the phone. The Honda sensing is fantastic. The ride is phenomenal. One of the most comfortable riding cars I’ve ever been in.
Congratulations they are awesome vehicles 👍🏻
What's the OTD price, if you don't mind?
I’m so anxious about going to pick mine up. I’ve already bought some accessories and everything so excited
Watch out for dealer mark up on these. I went to a dealer in my town and they tried to add an $8000 dealer markup. Craziness.
This is happening because people are paying it, I wouldn’t but if I needed a vehicle it would not be the best time to buy 👍🏻
Same here at Florida, they are trying to add 10k... crazy!!!
Walk away
Interesting, I got it for $2000 dealer markup. But you guys are correct it is crazy that they do that. I do not remember in the past. I think it has something to do wit COVID.
I bought mine at MSRP, took a couple of days and calls to 14 dealers in 3 states to do it. Had to get a Sport instead of a Ex-l but I won't hate it for the whole time I own it due to feeling like I got ripped off every time I got in it. I would have bought another brand before I paid above Msrp.
I Love it!! It has moved to the top of my list of vehicles I am interested in!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤️❤️❤️
They are nice 👌
I’ve owned mine for about 2 weeks now, I absolutely love it! By far the best vehicle I’ve ever owned. Love everything about it!
Congratulations they are awesome vehicles 👌
Thank you. I have the Modern Steel Metallic, EX-L, 2 wheel drive, with black leather interior. Everything is just so well built! Looks and feels like a luxury SUV. All of the Honda Sensing, Cross-Traffic Monitoring and safety technology is unbelievable. It handles so well. I love the wireless phone charging and wireless Apple CarPlay. I honestly can’t find fault with the vehicle…
@@usnavyvet Almost all the reviewers drive AWD versions. How does the FWD feel? I would assume it might be a bit faster since it’s lighter, but also the handling might be a bit less responsive since it’s only 2WD. Is that how it is for you? Thanks
@@adamesd3699 I haven’t had the chance to drive the all-wheel drive version, so it’s impossible to compare the two. I feel as though it handles extremely well, seems to hug the road. It does have a “Sport” mode actually on the gear shift, just below Drive, which gives it a little extra pickup.
@@usnavyvet That’s great feedback. Thanks
The model I’m really interested in is the ex-l trim. Leather seats, sensors, sunroof and wireless apple car play are a big must have for me. Only problem is the rim options, would have liked the black sport rims.
My color combo is black with beige interior.
The EX-L is the trim that I reviewed, awesome vehicles 👍🏻
Right. Same here. I love the forest green with the black rims. However i just got the black on black, the rims are only available on sport trim 🥺
In the US you can only get black or gray interior, just an FYI!
@@bettysmith4527 ex-l trim is the only one that has a light beige color seat option. All other models come in black fabric
@@jacobbio oh, you must be in another country maybe? Here in the USA it's black or gray only. If you are in the USA, no beige is available, no matter what trim you buy!
Very good video. Very general, but still very thoughtful.
Thank you 👍🏻
Love it! I rarely have backseat passengers so this might work for me.
They are awesome vehicles 👍🏻
Great vid .
Thank you 👍🏻
Thank you for the review! I ordered one for myself in the modern steel metallic, so it’s nice to finally see it in “real life” not on the Honda site lol. Beautiful car, very spacious, and big improvement from the previous model I had (2021 HRV). By chance, do you know if the LX AWD model also has glossy black exterior around the wheels/bumpers… or will it be matte black?
Congratulations the redesign is awesome, the LX mode will have the matte black
@@HawkeyeRides thanks for the quick reply! Was really hoping for that gloss - makes such a difference!
@@mattf1010 it does really set this vehicle apart, let us know when you get it
I have a 2020 Sport trim and this looks better in every way. Has a more powerful and refined engine and a high quality Civic like interior. Well done Honda.
I agree the refresh is better 👍🏻
I took one for a test drive and didn’t really notice the road noise. It may be because the car I have now is significantly louder. Now that its April I am waiting for the 2024 as they build in May,, I havre been told that there will not really be any difference - but I do hope at least that the back has the arm rest .
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Hey, you should have pointed out to your viewers that the Next-Generation All-New Redesigned 2023 Honda HR-V has a Sport Mode actually on the shifter, right below “Drive”
Next time around 👍🏻
Thank you for watching let us know what you think in the comments and give a 👍🏻
Do you know if it has an auto start/stop feature? I didn’t notice a button for it so I’m hoping it doesn’t have one.
This did not have it
@@HawkeyeRides Music to my ears!
If a late model Fiesta and a CR-V had a baby, this is what it would look like.
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Thank god the engine genetics came from Honda and not ford!
If I were looking for a compact crossover to buy it would be the 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross hybrid, which should be available this fall in the U.S. The hybrid Corolla Cross is reported that will perform with 194 hp vs 158 hp in the new Honda Civic HRV. I don’t remember exactly what is the average mpg for the HRV but it would be less than that of the Toyota Corolla Cross hybrid of 37 mpg - to me that’s a no brainer to choose the Toyota over the Honda, especially offering about the same cargo volume of about 24 cu ft for both vehicles.
Thank you for your insight
Where is it assembled? Thanks!
Us and Canadian parts 30%
Mexico parts 40%
Final assembly is Mexico
Engine is US
Transmission is Mexico
A little over 150hp in the EXL model.
I would opt for a Crosstrek Limited with the 182hp 2.5 over this for a plethora of reasons.
I wish the HRV didn't look like an Escape though.
That is a great point 👍🏻
@@HawkeyeRides I backpack and climb so I am one of those people who actually take their vehicle off of the pavement.
This also requires me gaining elevation with gear in the vehicle.
That extra hp(torque more importantly) keeps one from having to smash the gas pedal through the firewall to keep up with others when the vehicle is loaded and going into the mountainous regions for instance(elevation gains.)
The 2L Crosstrek has this problem as well which is fairly comparable to the HRVs output numbers.
I dunno. I mean sure they could have probably dropped the 1.5 turbo in it from the CRV but I think they are maybe reserving that for future upcoming trim levels.
The 1.5 would put the HRV in line with the Subaru I mentioned above as well as others like the CX30(non-turbo) in the segment.
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The 1.5T would be better at altitude too.
The Crosstrek has it for ground clearance, towing capacity, smooth engine/ride, 2.5L power, and ESPECIALLY aftermarket support...which continues to grow. No other compact CUV has an aftermarket diff-locker available, and Crosstrek skids are offered by several mfrs. Winchmounts too.
I can get 45+MPG with a 2.slo/CVT Crosstrek, but I don't know how different competitors are from EPA estimates.
Honda makes great engines. They make reliable cars. Toyota is generally pretty close too. If Subaru puts the 2.4T in a Crosstrek Wilderness or XT though, with a 6spd manual OR the chain-driven CVT, it might be all over in this CUV class. That 2.4T is ripe for tuning, but it's no slouch in stock trim either. The boxer engines are surprisingly smooth and easy to work on too.
@@RKmndo Ive owned many Subies including 2 WRXs & a STi that was modded quite a bit.
Not just bolt ons.
The lineartronic cvt is chain driven btw.
*How am I supposed to safely merge onto highways if 0-60mph takes 15 seconds?*
😂 that’s not the correct time but (avg USA) 9-10 seconds is avg. which is around the HR-V time it’s not a Ferrari 😁. Another reason why I say you should go behind the semi truck 👍🏻
Gas mileage is worse in class for a subcompact suv, so that alone is a no go for me. Price tag, high road noise, no turbo option, and in alot of states, the AWD only option sure doesnt help either. Last, the trade off with a CVT transmission is supposed to be for better gas mileage, yet this didnt happen. Those mechanical engineers over at Honda need to be fired for that misstep alone.
Fuel economy is important
Yes it is. I would've seriously considered this as my next daily driver, but that loud engine and subpar mpg is just a no go
Love the car except for the lack of power. If it had around 200 horses and torque I would be all over this. Can this be turbocharged or supercharged?
You could but cvt transmission, you will not be able to get the power you are looking for. If it was a automatic transmission it would work 👍🏻
@@HawkeyeRides Oh ok well thanks for the response
The Subaru WRX uses a CVT and it’s pretty quick
@@MrSteveb1 no thanks. I will never buy a CVT. Although I would consider a manual WRX, but I prefer a suv at minimum.
You missed the no sport mode and paddle deleat for 2023!
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The engine is to weak and the lack of a hybrid option makes me avoid it for now. I love Honda cars but this one missed the mark. My ideal car would be an Accord that has some ground clearance for unpaved roads and unmaintained roads.
I agree it would be nice to get the hybrid option.
How tall are you? 6ft 4 in?
6’3 or 190.5 centimeters 👍🏻
I really don't like the "face" on this thing. That grille... Everything else is decent, but I really can't bear to look at it from the front!
In person I thought it looked good but the restyle isn’t going to be everyone’s fav. Thanks for your insight 👍🏻
put my body into the front driver seat of the Corolla. the dash is too obtrusive into the cab. too much chrome. the black interior made the cabin feel confining. the front cabin feels tight. the exterior design is too complex weird. however, Toyota mechanics still excel.
Thank you for you insight
Does it have a coolant temperature gauge ?
It has dual climate control, no ventilated seat, same setup as the Civic
@@HawkeyeRides I think he means like engine coolant. I don't know if it does, but I don't think it is meant for towing anyway!
It just called engine temp gauge not a coolant gauge, since theres no such thing as that on a car.
And Taos is better in every way then both of them.
Cvt the cheapest transmission to built and the more costly to repare and replace.
People buy a logo .
6 vw in a row never , never have a single reliability issue and…. no cvt.
And especially a lot of fun.
The Taos is a great vehicle, I’m not a big fan of CVT either but for some vehicles this is what they do 👍🏻
Yup, better than toyota corolla cross but slow in acceleration
It's better than before but it does need more power
Well! The price for that 😮😮I can match it for RAV4 instead 😅😅😅
I’m not a big fan of the increased pricing but they did a good job with the refresh
@@HawkeyeRides Sir on top of that this called Markups or dealers adjusted something 🤣🤣I got my Toyota cross last June . On my teenage years my cars from 91 civic hatch backs civic si sedans 92 , 98 accords , 2003 accord loyal Honda only change because the price plus on top of that the markups is way too much
@@Pexman-hu7zw they are but it will drop soon 👍
@@HawkeyeRides I hope so so that people can afford
I'm extremely disappointed with Honda. I've been waiting for a subcompact hybrid with AWD and 45+mpg since 2016. Instead they made the HRV bigger with worse fuel economy. If it was too small for you just buy a CR-V why make their subcompact bigger to match the CR-V?
That is a great point 👍🏻
Maybe that’s hinting to a bigger redesigned 2023 CRV…
My guess, safety regulations.
If I was Honda, the Honda lineup would have these engines:
Civic LX & EX: 2.0L 158 hp 138 lb ft torque
Civic Sport & Touring: 1.5T 192 hp 192 lb ft torque
Accord: 2.0T 252 hp 273 lb ft torque
HR-V LX: 1.5T 190 hp 179 lb ft torque
HR-V Sport & EX-L: 2.0T 252 hp 273 lb ft torque
CR-V: 2.0T 252 hp 273 lb ft torque
Passport EX-L: 2.0T 252 hp 273 lb ft torque
Passport TrailSport & Elite: 3.5 V6 280 hp 262 lb ft torque
Pilot, Odyssey, Ridgeline: 3.5 V6 280 hp 262 lb ft torque
The 2023 HRV is no longer a subcompact since it is based on the Civic platform which is a compact car. The old HRV was based on the subcompact Fit platform. The old model had the 'magic seats ' which are great.
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I’m pretty sure that’s a 2.0 L not a 1.5L
That is correct
Most reviews of cars are missing reliabilty of mechanmics. 1.5T is much worse than current 2.0. Also, Toyota CVT is better than Honda ones, while AT from Mazda CX30 is most reliable IMO.
Thank you for your insight but reliable also plays a role with maintenance and how many vehicles are produced. Like I stated in comments I have over 145k on my cvt no problems 👍🏻
No navigation? In 2023? Really?
I agree but on the other hand you do receive Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 👍🏻
Dangerously slow. The 2.0L is a deal killer.
I wish it had the turbo but it’s still better than before 👍🏻
Not necessarily so, my current car is older and slower, when i test this one I noticed the difference, may just be what a person is use to.
You forgot the Subaru Crosstrek which is miles better than this.
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It definitely will not go 0-60 in 8 seconds lol! More like 11 seconds.
The 2023 model will get in the 8 second time, by no means is it fast but it is faster than the last gen.
@@HawkeyeRides All 0-60 runs I’ve seen so far is between 10.8-11 seconds. Prove me wrong.
@@tinker1148 even motor trend says 8.3-9 seconds, my information comes from my testing and what each manufacturer details. I do not take random information off the net to explain details and next time read my comment guild lines 👍🏻.
No. Mediocre mpg. Still slow. No magic seats. Worse value than a Crosstrek Sport.
Hopefully you watched the review so you can see what the refresh really is 👍🏻
MPG + road noise = 👎
no
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Corolla cross still better than this Hrv. Even top trim is off. No power liftgate, no Ac vent and usb ports at 2nd row. And more🤣🤣🤣
This is what I pointed out as well 👍🏻
This is slower than 2022 Toyota Corolla cross
No it’s a little faster
@@HawkeyeRides what the HRV is cheaper than corolla cross
@@grimdarksandwich66 2022 is around 10.2
2023 is around 8.3 👍🏻
Honda Automotive is a dead company walking. Honda's inventory (at least in North America) is down 83 percent. In other words, it's running out of cars to sell. I'd be very careful about purchasing anything new from Honda. If it goes under, who'll honor the warranty?
If anything were to happen another company would buy them, I wouldn’t worry about them 👍🏻
Umm every single car dealership of every company has no new cars. U kind of living in a hermit cave or somethin? I can tell you Chevy, Toyota, and Honda have no new cars (unless your looking for bigger gas guzzler SUV's) when I went looking last weekend. Long wait lists. No Camry, Corolla, Corolla Cross, Civic, HRV, etc. You should just refrain from posting to avoid looking like a fool. KKthnks!
Someone would have to be a fool to purchase this over a used wagon. This has the horsepower of a car from the 1980s. It isn't compact at all. The 0-60 is 13 seconds! It is truly unsafe. And it's 20k more than a used wagon with much more power. A used crosstrek turbo or Cx-30 turbo are much much safer cars.
It's not for everyone but this is what most to all of the auto industry is doing, making vehicles with less power.
WTf is a wagon? Must be some local slang thing.....
underpowered. next.
What is the next one? 😁
its supposed to be that way. did you accidentally think u were driving a Ferrari ?
Damn what an ugly car!
We all see thing different 👍🏻