Honda has been a leading provider of fuel-efficient vehicles worldwide. In 1998 Honda released it’s first HR-V (High Recreational Vehicle) model which added a fifth door in 2001 adding it to the crossover market in the early 2000’s.
Since then, the HR-V has gone through six generations that have lead to the most recent second generation released in North America which has included an increase in size and power. The Honda HR-V offers several options that include both a 1.5L i-MMD e-CVT FWD Hybrid and a 2.0L CVT AWD EX-L edition that we got the chance to drive.
The New 2023 HR-V EX-L has gone through some significant changes aside from both size and power, features that not only make it a smart buy economically but a smart one when it comes to comfort too. The HR-V AWD EX-L comes with leather-trimmed seats, a leather wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, a 9” color touchscreen w/multi-view rear camera.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android auto integration are available for both IPhone and android users. Additionally the HR-V EX-L comes with blind spot information with rear cross traffic monitoring and driver attention monitoring.
The HR-V EX-L has a pretty good fuel economy with 25 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city and 30 on the highway with an 27 combined average mpg. The estimated annual fuel cost is about $1,650 per year and with the sudden increase in gas prices, the HR-V EX-L is easy on your wallet.
So if you’re looking for a great all around Colorado car, look no further than the 2023 Honda HR-V AWD EX-L for great comfort, reasonable fuel economy, and plenty of room for day hikes with friends to the mountains.
By: La Voz Staff
