The sub-compact segment is one tough segment to be in. With so many rivals to face, do you think the Honda HR-V will have what it takes to rise to the top?
The Honda HR-V will be coming in with a 1.8 liter inline 4 engine that will be mated to a six-speed manual transmission with an output of 141hp and 127lb ft of torque. The HR-V will return about 25mpg in the city and 34mpg on the highway. Features like traction control, stability control, all season tires, alloy wheels, and ABS will also come as standard features.
One of Honda’s biggest HR-V rival right now will have to be the Subaru XV Crosstrek. The Subaru XV Crosstrek will be running on a 2.0 liter flat 4 engine that will be pushing out about 148hp and 145lb ft of torque. The engine will return about 26mpg in the city and 34mpg on the highway. Features that will be included as standard are the remote keyless power door locks, rearview camera, cruise control, and electric power steering.
The Honda HR-V will come with a $20,115 price tag while the Subaru XV Crosstrek will retail for $24,997.
