Honda HR-V

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Score: 8 / 10
“The Honda HR-V is a reasonably practical option for buyers wanting a compact SUV that delivers great fuel economy and useful interior space. Its family car credentials are boosted further by excellent safety kit and decent on-board tech, while the HR-V isn’t too bad to look at, either.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Ingeniously practical, well-built and impressively frugal, the HR-V ticks many of the compact SUV boxes. Our time driving in the UK has put to bed question marks over fuel efficiency – few cars in this class can offer the HR-V’s potential. It even drives smartly too, although it isn’t quite class-leading in any one area.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
” Honda’s new HR-V perhaps seems a little conservative compared with funkier rivals like the Nissan Juke or Ford Puma but its new hybrid system is effective and efficient and there’s tons of space in the back for kids and kit.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The HR-V doesn’t trouble our class leaders, even though its efficiency, style and ergonomics – small boot notwithstanding – ought to give it plenty of appeal among crossover shoppers.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“Although the HR-V has some likeable elements but it also has plenty of flaws and we can only imagine these weaknesses will be exposed by superior rivals in what is a hugely competitive sector.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“There’s precisely nothing here to stir the soul, but very little about the HR-V is going to annoy you either.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The HR-V feels like a fitting extension of Honda’s current range of cars. It’ll no doubt appeal to those who are looking for a comfortable and refined driving experience, as well as those who see a Jazz as too small and a CR-V too large.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7.6 / 10
“The Honda HR-V has evolved into a hybrid-only SUV with smooth styling but it’s a shame boot space has shrunk.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The third generation Honda HR-V is the most stylish version yet and is super spacious in the cabin. You may tire of the engine noise under acceleration though, and the boot isn’t as practical as you might hope.”
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Model reviewed: 1.5-litre petrol/electric hybrid Advance Style
Score: 8 / 10
“The Honda HR-V is a comfy crossover with plenty of panache.”
Author: Gareth Butterfield
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Honda HR-V’s styling, cabin, infotainment and efficiency make it a strong alternative to the Toyota Yaris Cross and other compact SUVs.”
Author: Ellis Hyde
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“Curious hybrid arrangement has gaps in its repertoire, but the HR-V is otherwise a rounded and efficient everyday driver.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The latest Honda HR-V is a surprisingly appealing alternative to more mainstream small SUVs. Combining stylish looks and an impressive interior with impressive efficiency and versatile Magic Seats, the HR-V will tick a lot of boxes for a lot of buyers.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The new Honda HR-V is an attractive small SUV that’s easy to drive and cheap to run. It looks expensive compared to competitors like the Ford Puma and Volkswagen T-Roc, but you do get a lot for your money – including generous equipment levels and a hybrid powertrain.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The HR-V is only for you if you value reliability and simplicity above all else and are particularly keen on the styling. Otherwise, a Ford Puma or Skoda Kamiq makes much more sense.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
“Driving the hybrid-only HR-V is effortless. Almost zen-like. You’ll spend most of your time coasting around town in EV mode. Steering is feather-light, visibility is excellent, and when the 1.5-litre petrol engine does kick in, you’ll hardly notice it.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Quite the best Honda HR-V so far and pretty good to drive, too. The engine is too noisy and the hybrid system allows it to rev uncontrollably at times, but this is an economical and fine-riding crossover with a decent equipment levels, although it is rather expensive.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“There are better drives out there, and probably better styled cars depending on your tastes, but the HR-V is a decent all-round package. Sadly, it’s likely to be overlooked beyond those wanting to upgrade from a smaller Honda.”
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The Honda HR-V is an efficient and well equipped family SUV with a smartly styled and nicely finished interior. However, this is a highly competitive class, and for the same money there are plenty of rivals that are better to drive and more practical.”
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