If you are looking for an affordable subcompact SUV, the 2018 Honda HR-V is an excellent choice. The base model, the H-RV LX, is priced at $19,670. Here are some features that make this SUV an excellent buy.
Versatile Cargo Area
One of the shining features of the HR-V is its versatility. The back row has a 60/40 split and is called the 2nd-Row Magic Seat. If you need to fit something long into the vehicle, you can flip down all the backseats and the front passenger seat. With 60/40 split seating, you can choose which side you want to flip down when you need to add a passenger to the back. You can also flip up the passenger seat into “tall mode,” which extends the vertical cargo space to 4 feet. Combined with a total available cargo space of 58.8 cubic meters, drivers have exceptional flexibility when storing items in the 2018 HR-V.
A bonus that comes with the back seats is the amount of space for passengers when they sit down. The back row is adult friendly, so you do not have to worry about being squished when you have other adults pile into the back seat.
Infotainment System
The Honda HR-V has a very user-friendly infotainment system that comes with the base model. The infotainment system has voice command, and the base model comes with a five-inch color LCD screen display. There is a four-speaker stereo system that comes with an auxiliary jack, Bluetooth audio streaming, and a USB port. The best part of the infotainment system is that the buttons and knobs are easy to maneuver and simple to understand.
Fuel Efficiency
The Honda HR-V comes with a 1.8-liter engine with four cylinders and 141 horsepower behind the engine. You have the option of a manual or automatic, but the base model comes with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). The 1.8-litre engine gives the vehicle a level of fuel efficiency that you don’t see with some of the HR-V’s rivals. When driving, the HR-V is agile and great for navigating parking lots and winding roads in the mountains because of its car-like steering.
Safety
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has given the Honda HR-V a five-star overall safety rating. It received five out of five stars for overall and side crash ratings, while it received four stars in the frontal crash and rollover tests. Constructed with an extremely high strength steel body, you know you and your passengers will be safe when driving on the road.
Each base HR-V comes equipped with a multi-angle rearview camera to cover all your bases when you need to drive in reverse. The camera has a normal view, a top-down view, and a wide view.
It is always nice to know that there are options available for customers looking for an affordable vehicle. The Honda HR-V offers lots of cargo space, safety, and reliability at a price that will not break the bank. Schedule a test drive today to check out the 2018 Honda HR-V.
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