Honda HR-V
✓Well-suited for urban traffic and tight parking
✓Reliable in extreme heat and on long trips
✓High reliability and relatively large cargo capacity (380–1,200 liters)
✓Good ride comfort thanks to multi-fold seating (Magic Seat)
✗Expensive and not always readily available importer service
✗Relatively high maintenance costs compared to other cars in the segment
✗1.5-liter turbo engine is fairly underpowered (130 hp) and sluggish on inclines
✗Relatively high fuel consumption compared to rivals (approx. 1:10 in urban driving)
Honda HR-V — Common Problems →Subaru XV
✓Basic long-term reliability in urban driving conditions and harsh weather
✓Relatively good ride comfort for a small car of its type
✓Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD) providing excellent grip on wet roads and slippery surfaces
✓Advanced safety equipment for its year: EyeSight system (adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and more)