← Honda HR-V · 2015-2021 · RU

Honda HR-V RU

Headline trim: 1.5 i-VTEC — 128 bhp, 0-62 in 10.0s.

Honda HR-V RU press photo
Verdict
B
BHP
128 bhp
0–60
10.0 s
Top speed
119 mph
MPG
50.0 mpg
Used
£8,000-£17,000

Strengths

  • Magic Seats brilliant
  • Cabin a real upgrade
  • Sensible to run

Weaknesses

  • CVT drone under load
  • 1.6 i-DTEC EGR issues
  • Looks bland

Notable tech

  • RU platform — Jazz-derived
  • Magic Seats fold flip up
  • 1.5 i-VTEC petrol or 1.6 i-DTEC diesel
  • 6MT manual or CVT
  • Honda Sensing on later cars

Common issues

  • CVT belt wear
  • Magic Seat catch
  • Slow infotainment

Engine derivatives

UK trims and engines offered across RU's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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1.5 i-VTEC
BHP128
Torque155 Nm
0–6010.0 s
Top119 mph
MPG50 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT / CVT
1.6 i-DTEC diesel
BHP118
Torque300 Nm
0–6010.5 s
Top119 mph
MPG70 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT