DecodedCars2026 Honda HR-V
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Horsepower
- 158 hp
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 28 combined · 26 city / 32 hwy
- Length
- 179.9 in
- Curb weight
- 3,197–3,311 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Modest powerUp to 158 hp, versus about 214 hp for similar 2026 models.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Honda HR-V is a small station wagon offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 180 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,311 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 28 MPG combined (26 city / 32 highway), 5% better than the 2026 small station wagon average of 26.6 MPG, for an estimated $2,400 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 HR-V — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 HR-V →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Celaya, Gto
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2026 HR-V configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 179.9 in | 72.4 in | 63.4 in | 104.7 in | 62.6 / 63 in | 3,311 lb | 58/42 |
| 4dr SUV FWD | 179.9 in | 72.4 in | 63.4 in | 104.7 in | 62.6 / 63 in | 3,197 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HR-V FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 32 / 28 | +5% | $2,400 | 311 |
| HR-V AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 30 / 27 | +2% | $2,500 | 328 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Honda HR-V.
Similar 2026 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Honda HR-V (this car) | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Subaru Impreza | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Nissan Leaf | 303 mi | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Chevrolet Trax | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Buick Envista | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Honda HR-V.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Honda HR-V is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other HR-V years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 HR-V | 28 | – | Not rated | 0 | 6 |
| 2025 HR-V | 28 | 179.9 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 48 |
| 2024 HR-V | 28 | 179.9 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 110 |
| 2023 HR-V | 28 | 179.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 687 |
| 2022 HR-V | 30 | 171.3 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 89 |
| 2021 HR-V | 30 | 171.3 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 64 |
| 2020 HR-V | 30 | 171.3 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 85 |
| 2019 HR-V | 30 | 171.3 in | ★★★★★ | 7 | 237 |
| 2018 HR-V | 31 | 168.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 160 |
| 2017 HR-V | 31 | 168.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 123 |
| 2016 HR-V | 31 | 168.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 243 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Honda. How we calculate this →