DecodedCars2027 Honda HR-V
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- 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
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Honda HR-V is a small station wagon offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 28 MPG combined (26 city / 32 highway), 9% better than the 2027 small station wagon average of 25.6 MPG, for an estimated $2,400 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2027
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2026 HR-V — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 HR-V →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Celaya, Gto
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2027 HR-V configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
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 | +9% | $2,400 | 311 |
| HR-V AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 30 / 27 | +5% | $2,500 | 329 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Honda HR-V.
Similar 2027 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Honda HR-V (this car) | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Subaru Impreza | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Chevrolet BOLT | 262 mi | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2027 Honda HR-V.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2027 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 HR-V | 28 | 179.9 in | Not rated | 0 | 19 |
| 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 →