My wife loves it. We ended up getting one for her. She chose the charcoal with glossy black trims. Overall I was impressed with how much room it has for a tinier suv.

Thanks for sharing, going to check for CD player. I am a Honda lover and just bought my 2021HRV-LX today. I enjoy driving it and can’t wait for a road trip soon.

Excellent review seriously thinking of getting one for around town n commuting👍

This video was VERY helpful. Thank your for your content.

Bought the hrv ex 2021 2 weeks ago, loving it so far

@Flying-Fox19

3 жыл бұрын

Could you have waited for the 2022 model? Nothing worse then buyers remorse when the latest version is superior in every way. I am hoping for larger engine and modern interior ala Mazda vehicles. It should follow the new Civics interior flow.

I have a 2019 HR-V EX. Great car. The only negative on the freeway is the noise insulation is not very good.

I just got my mine yesterday! First new car for me and my wife and we are loving it! Same color and trim!

@catlover671

3 жыл бұрын

I just got same car. Do u know if there is a way the passengers can lock the doors to the car if the car is running and the driver gets out for a few minutes?

@jonathanmartinez-bu8zx

3 жыл бұрын

@@catlover671I think i saw it in a video where you configure it using your key but I can’t find the video right now for some reason!? But I’ll keep looking at let you know 👍

@catlover671

3 жыл бұрын

@@jonathanmartinez-bu8zx thank you I appreciate that !

@2004cyrus

2 жыл бұрын

@@catlover671 the passengers can lock the doors after the driver gets out. I have own. You have probably figured this out a long time ago. Hope you are enjoying your HR-V

Honda of Lisle is right nearby! May just have to grab this sweet ride from 'em! Great video!

that blue looks really well against that black trim. thanks for reviewing this!

Thanks great video🙌

Thanks for the video - lots of useful info. I think I'll wait for the 2022 model. Should come with a much better engine. Or else I'll simply go after the 2.0L Toyota engine!

Great Review!

Great REVIEW!!!

I love my 2020 Hrv Sport, it has the Honda sensing and push button start.

@EmilioMendiolaJr

3 жыл бұрын

How you have sport with those features??

@SwagMaster824

3 жыл бұрын

@@EmilioMendiolaJr he probably added them when he ordered his

@deanb3033

Жыл бұрын

Or in Canada. Honda sense is included on the sport up here!

This guys is awesome! Great job. You are a great host. I love Honda. This helped. I live in Lisle. Ha. I may have seen you

The magic seats are amazing but I wish the rear doors opened a bit wider so you could fit more items in

It was either the HRV or the CRV when I was shopping for a Honda SUV. In the end, I bought the CRV, although sometimes I wonder if the difference in price I had to pay was worth it.

Love my 21 sport….wish it had Honda sensing on it…a shame the best looking exterior trim level has very little options

So Suprise to see you here George !!! we all George !!!

Honda of Lisle needs to freshen up their store front and blue trim aesthetic trim. It’s worn down. Anyway thanks for the great review! You always do a great job sir. I trust your opinions.

We've had ours now for 2 years the only issue I have with it is the lack of storage space the center console is puny and the only other places that little compartment underneath the shifter tucked up under the dash

I just got my hr-v, and it came with a front license plate bracket just like that, but can’t figure out how to install it! The one in this video, was it already on there?

Great video, thanks for sharing. Have you ever done a test drive of the CR-V? I'm wondering if there are any significant differences between CR-V and HR-V.

@2004cyrus

2 жыл бұрын

Very significant

Been on long road trips since 2016 on mine. Now it's over 130k miles and I'm thinking about either wait for the new one or trade it for a Rav4.

@fate308

3 жыл бұрын

if you are doing road trips, try the CRV instead of the RAV, way more space inside for anything you want to bring with you. i drive one daily, and i am absolutely in love with it

We're all George 😁🙌🙌 nice review

Thanks for the usual high standard of review. We are looking at an HR-V for my elderly Mother-in-law. The storage is appealing (walkers, etc.). Any thoughts on this vs a used CR-V for a mobility challenged elder?

@2004cyrus

2 жыл бұрын

CR-V would be much more comfy and quiet

Bought the LX two weeks ago and it is great!!!

I have the next trim up and it was so worth it, don’t like the way Econ feels tho

Is there a way you can lock the car doors from the passenger side or back passenger doors? For example If the driver has car running and gets out to run into a store quick and the passengers want to lock the doors can they do so without reaching all the way to drivers side?

So compared to the cargo space in the civic hatchback does the hrv have more space?

CVT transmission?

I have push button start on my Toyota but prefer a regular key by far

I love my car just got one today

Is that dirt on the passenger seat back or lens?

Honda make em so cute.

No 2021 all wheel drive?

I like the exterior design. Interior.....just ok. Everything seems to be checking all the boxes. Exciting to drive? Nope. Fully functional? Yup.

@johnsonjacob3525

3 жыл бұрын

It is what it is. A nice sporty looking version of the HR-V with a better suspension, wheels a tires with the cargo utility in a small but roomy package. Best value trim level. My only real gripes would be more power, like from a 2.0L N/A Civic engine, and better stereo, but that can be done aftermarket easily with enough $ for good sorakers, amps, subwoofer, and DSP processor using the factory OEM stereo deck.

I love the look of the HRV but wish it had a better engine under powered its the only thing that stopped me from buying one

Looks the same as previous models for 2019 & 2020. How much would you buy this model for?

@jjacob25101

3 жыл бұрын

It seems to be basically a carryover from the 2019 and 2020 year models as you stated. For 2021, they have new blacked out wheels, and may have dropped the keyless ignition and Honda Sense if the Sport Trim had it previously. I believe it lists for $23 to $25 or less for the FWD model. The AWD version is much more expensive, and about 1 second slower than the FWD in acceleration from 0 to 60 mph and 1/4 runs.

Honda really made this model to kill the fit. Literally has everything that car has but bigger. My biggest issue with this car is the power delivery. I feel like the competitors offer you more options under the hood compared to this. If Honda keeps sitting on it's brand name without much innovation, someone else can and will steal the mantle from them.

@reijicoast4175

3 жыл бұрын

But the price is low. I think it matches the price.

@0vercast7

2 жыл бұрын

It's pretty much getting what you paid for, as my friend who purchased this same car has told me.

@2004cyrus

2 жыл бұрын

They already have stolen the mantle

@swappedoutZ71

2 жыл бұрын

Get the acura RDX if u want more power. Duh

All parking shifters have gone electronic I noticed. Wonder why not keep the foot one in case for emergencys.

This car has a design flaw. I bought a 2021 HRV on March1, 2021 and noticed an irritating piercing whistling noise on my way home when I cracked open any front window or moonroof. I brought it back to Huntington Honda twice and they said they test drove 2 other new HRVs and they made the same horrible noise. So I'm basically told this is normal on all HRVs. I wonder if Honda has a design flaw or whether Huntington Honda is sitting on a bad batch?

The fact that Honda refuses to give Apple Carplay and Android Auto in the base LX trim (whether it's for the Civic or HR-V) is a big reason not to buy Honda. Apple Carplay and Android Auto makes life so much easier with navigation, music etc. that it should be standard.

@jessesanchez5294

3 жыл бұрын

For real, I had to purchase a radio with android auto for wifes HRV. Just make it standard, it's 2020.

@thejadehunter

2 жыл бұрын

this is the reason i’m looking at other cars like what was the reason for no apple carplay!!! and I have a 2021 hrv

kinda surprised no honda sensing , keyless , auto climate . I'd bet the 2022 gets the 1.5 turbo while the crv upgrades to the accord engine

Impressive

My big problem with this vehicle is no lumbar adjustment in any trim. I just don't know if it would work long term.

@jpkatz1435

3 жыл бұрын

Excitement with different small pillows to supplement the lumbar support. You can find by expirimentation a size and density that does give comfort and support.

@2004cyrus

2 жыл бұрын

I agree but maybe buy a lumbar cushion like me for $15

@swappedoutZ71

2 жыл бұрын

Swap acura seats in

You mind as well get the crv

There’s no touring? I swear i saw a touring trim on the 2021 HRV

How does it compare to the Honda fit

@DriversOnly

3 жыл бұрын

A bit bigger and taller and you can get awd. The fit has been discontinued also. :(

Looks like a nice vehicle if maybe a bit pricey

I love this little SUV... It reminds me of the FIT just a bit bigger. I am not liking the 2022 model at least what I have seen. I would prefer if they keep it small...

@MDavis2424

2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad I’m not the only one who thought this. I was like sheesh did it have to get bigger. I don’t need all that space.

@wilsonramosconnected

2 жыл бұрын

@@MDavis2424 RIGHT

I believe the reason for touring to disappear is simply because of low sales of touring trim, you can just buy CRV EX instead of HRV touring and I believe most people ended up doing so. It’s a better buy than touring HRV, just watch KBB micah’s review.

@DriversOnly

3 жыл бұрын

EX or EX-L does not have the same features as the Touring. It could be discontinued due low sales or due to the pandemic.

@ShereneMc

3 жыл бұрын

The crazy thing is the 2021 hrv in Canada still has the touring version. Plus push start on the sport model, just to name a few things. I guess it depends on the demand for certain models.

Worth waiting for the 2022 model ?

@DriversOnly

3 жыл бұрын

Depends if you can wait. 2022 will probably be better on every way but will also be more expensive.

This HR-V or a Kona would be my ideal automobile. All I have now is a 2016 Honda Fit which is fun enough, with lots cargo room. But an HR-V would be nicer than driving my shrimpy ricer.

How is the panel gap?

@christophermay4998

3 жыл бұрын

I've looked at a few.........build quality looks good........but haven't sat in or driven one yet.........one of the cheapest car's on the market.........i kinda want one..........worth a test drive

If you had to choose a 21' CR-V or an HR-V which would you choose and why?

@DriversOnly

2 жыл бұрын

CRV is bigger, faster and drives better. HRV is less expensive.

The suspension in my 2020 HRV is very stiff. I feel every little patch.

@jjacob25101

3 жыл бұрын

If you have the Sport trim, like the Civic Sport, the suspension is going to be stiffer for better handling compared to the more comfort oriented trims. I prefer fsctory sport suspensions, and never thought it was too stiff. The more performance oriented modrls like the Civic Si or Type R is expectedly and understandably much stiffer.

Thanks

CryptoRus?

Bring back the Element

Should lift the visor so we can see

Is toyota chr 2021 better than the hrv ?

@j.r.arnolli7494

3 жыл бұрын

Anton Fernando / engine-wise ( in Europe) maybe, room-wise/practicallity, no. The CH-R has the 2.0L hybride ( AT) and the HR-V Sport has the 1.5T ( AT & MT ) (both engines ~185hp)

So beautiful and fast

The main issue with this vehicle is it uses the old 1.8 engine which is weak. If they had a bigger engine, would be great and worth it.

Damn I might !!!

Holy damn it's George from CryptosRUs What are you doing reviewing cars?

I think this reviews should talk about motor and transmission first and then “ leg room and all that........”

How much should I offer the dealership....for the closing price at least..? Any good numbers to throw at them ?

this 2021 hr-v was made for men or women?

Funny how in other Countries it’s called XRV and has turbo power wish they left in CD player for CDs 💿

@jjacob25101

3 жыл бұрын

I believe it's called the Vezel? elsewhere, and should be a hybrid with the redesigned 2022 model on some videos, but unsure if it will be here in the US for the 2022 model year. The present model is configured differently than the US, tailored to their target consumer bases there. In Germany, the Sport is the top trim, has the Honda Civic Sport 1.5L GDI Turbo, dual exhaust, LED IP, leather seats, more Acura like taillights, and other features?, including the CD player without the physical volume knob. The CD player was only offered on certain higher trims, possibly only the the top Touring model. Many things mentioned thst is dhoikd have, like the Civic Sport was not included for the price point, like the turn signal lights in the outside rear view mirrors, and other features to keep the price down. Other than wishing it had the N/A 2 engine, I prefer it without the keyless ignition, Honda Sense package, dual zone automatic A/C, power seats, anslong instrument panel guages, etc., as it keeps cost down and least thing yo break and cost a lot for parts and repairs.

Sounds like how the verse made more room..maybe the axels are farther apart than usual

nice vehicle but needs to be updated!

@KayGeanna

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah.. I want to see how the 22’ looks. I’m debating if I should go for HR-V or Mazda

For a subcompact SUV, the HR V almost has as much cargo space as the CX 5 with the 2nd row folded.

@SonyEnthusiast

3 жыл бұрын

Yup, tons of interior space for a subcompact suv! I have one

@christophermay4998

3 жыл бұрын

And about 6 grand cheaper........CX 5 has a big motor.........you pay for it in price and lower gas mileage..........

@2004cyrus

2 жыл бұрын

Yep

I want the car

This car would be spectacular with a 1.5t

@DriversOnly

3 жыл бұрын

I agree!

@EricKarlin

2 жыл бұрын

Oil dilution problems w the 1.5

oh nuts, no nav unless doing the geek phone 24/7.

Gloss does not age well Touring was on the CR-V I think.

I didn't realize until after I bought it that it doesn't have overhead sunglasses compartment, makes me sad. And the storage space in between the driver and passenger is too tiny. (My wife's wallet doesn't fit.)

Oh look its Crypto George moonlighting as a car reviewer lol

They could make an Acura variant, call it the Acura ADX

my utter surprise as a fan of cryptosRUs, TAKING a break from crypto and shopping around for this exact car and seeing YOU do the review made my day :D WERE ALL GEORGE

So practical and so spacious and so slow

@braetonwilson4296

3 жыл бұрын

@Jack Napier when it's loaded up with people and cargo, it does feel very slow. Honda is supposed to be about fun sporty driving so this HR-V is a disappointment. Honda should have put a turbo in the higher trims. It's ridiculous to pay almost 30K out the door (including sales tax and fees) for the 2021 HR-V EX-L trim and have such an underpowered engine plus CVT.

@Cmobley_

3 жыл бұрын

Needs the 1.5 turbo

@johnsonjacob3525

3 жыл бұрын

@@Cmobley_ One thing to make it less reliable. I say put the N/A 2.0L from the Civic Sport Sedan. That's all the power you would need. The 180 Watt stereo from the EX-L should be standard like in the Civic Sport Sedan at the same price. Other than that, a great compact SUV for the price. It looks killer in the Aegean Blue Metallic like this one. I plan to get a Civic Sport Sedan in the same color, but tempted to get this for the cargo utility, even with 30 less HP, but it would be a given for a second car to the Civic Sport.

@johnsonjacob3525

3 жыл бұрын

@Zenon Antruzinon In sport trim, it is very well equipped for the price, and what it can do. The only things I really don't like is that it doesn't have more power, like the 2.0L non turbo engine from the Civics, and doesn't have the 180 watt stereo.

@rodrigolessa1320

3 жыл бұрын

try S mode

I have a 2021 CR-V and wish it had the floating console for extra space for phones or other things. Even CR-V cabin needs a refresh.

The HR-V is outdated. Honda needs to create a new version of the HR-V.

@kevinrtres

3 жыл бұрын

ON the way......

@Poohbify

3 жыл бұрын

Right! There's no reason for someone to go w/ the HR-V especially since they have the CR-V.

@aaronjaggan

3 жыл бұрын

See Honda XRV

@christophermay4998

3 жыл бұрын

@@Poohbify the HR V is great for those of us with grown kids that don't carry around strollers anymore.........definitely a great single person car that likes sports and outdoor stuff........has more back seat room than a civic for less money and is smaller.........takes up less of your garage space

No honda sensing??? I'm outta here! Nice job though!!

@mikea5205

3 жыл бұрын

What do you need sensing for?

@sheezy2526

3 жыл бұрын

@@mikea5205 To sense

Hi George , we are george

my only fear in buying a HR-V would be the life of the CVT transmission

@SonyEnthusiast

3 жыл бұрын

No issues since 2015 with 60K miles. I'm on top of CVT maintenance

@johnaquino5055

3 жыл бұрын

you will get less than 80k-- mine dead at 45k

@SonyEnthusiast

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnaquino5055 when did you do the cvt maintenance? Or did you even do it?

@SonyEnthusiast

3 жыл бұрын

@KeepitMelo 41 transmission fluid exchange and transmission flush at approximately every 30k miles. No issues with mine. And of course, don't drive it too hard, and I always stop completely before I switch gears

@johnsonjacob3525

3 жыл бұрын

It could be much worse than a Honda or Toyota CVT, it could be a Nissan built Jatco CVT, or one from Fiat Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep

Me.... walks in for hrv then walks out with prius c.

They’d sell a shitload of these if they put the Turbo 1.5 in it

@EricKarlin

2 жыл бұрын

Oil dilution

awe they got rid of the drug compartment on the magic seats

@hawkermustang

3 жыл бұрын

what compartment?

Honda hrv should have at least turbo. Just like 1.5 turbo

160 per month lease not badd

Adding a turbo to the 1.8-liter motor would give this Honda 50% more power and 50% less life expectancy.

@j.r.arnolli9734

3 жыл бұрын

Put in the Honda 2.0T with 250hp, it will last. Make it a real HR-V RS.

@reaality3860

3 жыл бұрын

@@j.r.arnolli9734, I'd buy that one!

@JA-rn5qv

2 жыл бұрын

Yup the turbo would be burning out about the same time as the CVT fries itself as well which is right after the warranty expires at which point the sum of repair costs will exceed the value of the car which will make it a throw away vehicle.

It needs the Honda Civic N/A 2.0L engine.

@kevinrtres

3 жыл бұрын

Times 1000!!!!!!

@johnsonjacob3525

3 жыл бұрын

@@kevinrtres That engine would be the perfect power and being reliable without the turbo and GDI related problems, which make the Civic Sport Sedan and Corolla SE/XSE so good for those that like decent performance for everyday driving. But being higher than a Civic, I considered that there be legitimate engineering factors involved with the HR-V and other trucks and SUVs for safety for the majority of drivers, when can result in potential legal liability issues if they become unsafe turning at speed with much more power as they configure them from the factory. The HR-V sport, like any other sport trim with appearance pieces and improved suspension and brakes is what it is, and not what many expect them to be. There are reasons they are made that way, from corporate decisions, financial, safety, and liability standpoint as I mentioned. It's not a Civic Sport Sedan, but looks the part, and has the cargo utility and somewhat similar handling suspension parameters. Some of these internet keyboard racers don't realize all the things involved. I think the 168? HP would be great in this HR-V Sport, as long as you drive responsibly, especially in turns. It would increase justification for getting this instead of the Civic Sport, because I really could make use of the versatile cargo utility configurations. But the upcoming 2022 Civic makes it harder to go for this.

@tails300

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnsonjacob3525 the 2.0L engine is still GDI.

@johnsonjacob3525

3 жыл бұрын

@@tails300 As far as I know, it isn't. Either way it does not have the turbo related problems, and I haven't heard of oil dilution or any other problems with this engine. I think they fixed the problem, and or you don't abuse it, or mod it too much, and use the new spec synthetic oil made for those turbo GDI engines, you're good to go.

@tails300

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnsonjacob3525 the 2.0L NA earth dreams engine is GDI (Earth Dreams is Honda’s lingo for direct injection and high compression ratios) as well as the discontinued 2.4L engine in the newest generation CRV (they just lack turbocharging). Mazda’s SkyActive, and Toyota’s Dynamic Force are variations of similar technology (Toyota has port injectors added to their GDI engines).

👍👍👍

What the hell is the guy from CryptosRUs doing reviewing a car?

That crappy infotainment system would already frustrate me enough to never buy the car

@davinoshiro315

3 жыл бұрын

just buy an aftermarket info system like apple carplay

George

Fixes for 2022 model: Min 160 HP, Suspension, and seat cushion. Interior will modernized which is a given. If this car gets 140 HP again, the Crosstrek will eat this car.

@zenzekezenard4269

3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2016 Fit with 140HP. The rap has been that HRV is larger than Fit with more interior space.. That this HRV body was Dropped down onto a slightly longer Fit chassis and engine. You are right that HRV should be upgraded to 160 horse engine for the HRV to make any sense

If only it had a v6

@ivanlowjones

3 жыл бұрын

A V6, really? How about the Civics 174hp turbo motor instead?

@christophermay4998

3 жыл бұрын

Somebody like Bisimoto would slam a J35 in there..........😂😂😂