First generation (GH; 1999)
The HR-V debuted as the ''J-WJ''Engines
Second generation (RU; 2013)
The second generation HR-V was previewed as the Urban SUV Concept which was unveiled at the 2013 North American International Auto Show. The concept version was said to be based on Honda's Global Compact Series, which includes the Honda Fit subcompact and the Honda City subcompact sedan. The vehicle was unveiled in November 2013 at theFacelift
Markets
Brazil
The Brazil-market HR-V, assembled locally at Honda's plant in the state of São Paulo and also imported from Argentina, went on sale in first-quarter 2015 as a 2016 model. For the first nine months of 2015, Honda's production in Brazil was reported to increase by 20 percent as a result of the launch of HR-V compared with a 20% drop for the industry. On 21 May 2020, the last HR-V rolled out the assembly line of the Argentinian plant, marking the closure of the plant. This means Brazil is the only producer of the HR-V in South America.China
In China, the vehicle is manufactured and marketed by two separate joint ventures with different names and cosmetic changes.= Electric versions
= The first battery electric version of the Honda Vezel was marketed by Guangqi Honda as the Everus VE-1 in China, based on the Everus EV concept. The production model debuted in November 2019. The electric version of the Honda XR-V was marketed by Dongfeng Honda as the Ciimo X-NV, based on the X-NV Concept. Production began in October 2019. Another electric version released by Dongfeng Honda is the Ciimo M-NV which was revealed in November 2020 which sports a new front and rear fascia design, and a completely redesigned interior with a 12.3-inch TFT instrument cluster and push-button gear selector.Europe
The HR-V was unveiled in the European market in September 2014 as the HR-V Prototype. The specs was further detailed in February 2015, and it went on sale in September 2015.Indonesia
In Indonesia, the HR-V was revealed as a prototype model at the 22nd Indonesia International Motor Show on 18 September 2014, and was launched on 24 January 2015 as a locally assembled model. It is offered with 1.5-litre and 1.8-litre engine options. The 1.5-litre option were available in the base model A with manual transmission, slightly more equipped S with either manual or CVT7, and the CVT7 only E trim. The only trim available for 1.8-litre variant is the Prestige which is equipped with LED projector headlights with daytime running lights, two-tone alloy wheels, full leather interior and panoramic roof. Mugen body kits were optional for the 1.5 E and 1.8 Prestige variants. The facelifted HR-V was launched at the 26th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show on 2 August 2018. The 1.5 S and 1.5 E trims received projector headlights, while the 1.5 E Special Edition and 1.8 Prestige received full LED headlights and LED fog lights. The 1.5 A trim was dropped.Japan
The Japanese Vezel models went on sale on 20 December 2013. The Vezel was available with two powertrains, as a conventional petrol-powered and as hybrid electric vehicle. In Japan, the hybrid version was expected to account for 90 percent of the Vezel sales. Its width dimension exceeds Japanese government dimension regulations (1,700 mm) which means Japanese buyers are liable for extra yearly taxes as a result. The conventional Vezel is equipped with a 1.5-litre direct-injection DOHC i-VTECMalaysia
The HR-V was launched in Malaysia in February 2015 as a locally assembled model with three trim levels: S, E and V. All variants were updated in May 2016 where the previously offered 16 inch alloy wheels were swapped for 17 inch. A limited Mugen edition based on the V trim was launched in February 2018 and was limited to 1,020 units. Bookings open for the facelift version in July 2018 and in November 2018, a facelift HR-V was showcased during the 2018 Kuala Lumpur International Motor Show. In January 2019, the facelifted HR-V was launched with four trims: 1.8 E, 1.8 V, 1.8 RS and Sport Hybrid i-DCD. Malaysia became the only country outside of Japan to officially market the Vezel/HR-V hybrid.= North America
= The second-generation Honda HR-V debuted at the 2014 New York International Auto Show as a concept car, with the production model unveiled later at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. The HR-V was introduced in the United States in 2015 as a 2016 model. It shares the same platform as the third-generation Fit and is largely identical to the Vezel, which went on sale in Japan in December 2013. The HR-V is smaller than both CR-V and= Philippines
= The HR-V was launched on 9 June 2015 and it was offered in three trim levels: S, E and EL. All models are only offered with the 1.8-litre engine matted with a CVT transmission. The facelifted HR-V was launched on 24 August 2018 and it is offered in two trim levels: 1.8 E and 1.8 RS.= Singapore
= In Singapore, the official Honda distributor sells the HR-V, while the parallel imported version retains the name Vezel. Parallel importers brought in the petrol, RS and hybrid versions, while the official Honda distributor only brought the 1.5 petrol version in DX and LX trim levels.= Taiwan
= The HR-V was introduced in Taiwan in October 2016 and is only available with the 1.8-litre engine. It comes in three different trims, the VTi, VTi-S and S. All models feature a CVT transmission, with the VTi featuring seven gear ratios (including L), whereas the VTi-S and S have five gear ratios. For the 2019 refresh, the VTi model was discontinued. The refresh also brought the CVT gearbox to the VTi-S model, as well as several other minor tweaks, like 17-inch alloy wheels (up from 16-inch). The S trim was updated with full LED lights, an updated entertainment system with improved reversing camera and a few other minor tweaks.= Thailand
= In Thailand, the HR-V went on sale on 17 November 2014. It is powered by 1.8-litre engine with four trim levels namely S, E, E Limited and EL.Others
The HR-V was launched in Pakistan in 2016 but was later discontinued owing to poor sales. Despite being a global model, Honda did not market the second-generation HR-V in India where it has significant operations, citing uncompetitive pricing compared to its rivals and potentially high investment for the localization of components. A Honda executive cited an example of the crossover's electric parking brake which comes standard with the vehicle that would inflate the cost, while the vehicle was not designed with a manual handbrake in mind. Honda offered the cheaper Brio-based BR-V and the Fit/Jazz-based WR-V instead. The company has started a project from late 2017 to produce and market the second-generation HR-V in India from December 2019, only to be shelved again due to low sales forecast.Powertrain
Safety
* + - ANCAP (2015) - * - ASEAN NCAP: ** (applies to models equipped with only driver's seat-belt reminder) ** (applies to models equipped with two seat-belt reminders) * + -Recall
Vezel Hybrid produced in Japan from July 2013 through February 2014 were recalled due to a problem with the software program controlling the 7-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT) which could cause a delay in the ability to begin driving or the inability to move at all. Honda recalled 160,000 Fit subcompact and Vezel sport-utility vehicles, manufactured from August 2013 through February 2016 in Japan, because of defective power steering and a part that controls the electric current in the vehicles. The recall does not affect any Honda models sold abroad.Third generation (RV; 2021)
The third-generation HR-V is split into two different models for different markets. The global model (with "RV" model code) was first introduced in 2021 and has been produced in Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brazil, Taiwan, China, and Pakistan while also marketed in Europe. The North American market received a different and larger model (with "RZ" model code) which is claimed to "meet the distinct needs of U.S. customers", and is sold outside North America as the Honda ZR-V.Global version (RV/RS1; 2021)
The second-generation Vezel/third-generation HR-V for markets outside of North America was unveiled in Japan on 18 February 2021. Sales began in Japan on 22 April 2021, with the European-spec HR-V being detailed in the same day. The Japanese market Vezel e:HEV model receives a 1.5-litre petrol engine coupled to an electric motor for a combined output of from 4,000 to 8,000 rpm. The basic Vezel G receives a regular 1.5-litre petrol engine, producing at 6,600 rpm. The European market HR-V is only available with a hybrid powertrain. According to specifications issued for the Australian market, the boot capacity is smaller than its predecessor, measuring with the rear seats in place and with the back seats folded using the VDA measurement, down from and respectively. The facelifted model was unveiled on 14 March 2024. Changes include an updated front fascia design and new LED graphics for the rear taillights, new exterior colour, the interior received minor changes, e:HEV model received an updated energy management control and new safety features included in the Honda Sensing safety system.Battery electric models
A battery electric version of the third-generation HR-V was revealed in China in October 2021 as the Honda e:NS1 and e:NP1, which is manufactured by Dongfeng Honda and Guangqi Honda respectively. Both are based on the e:N Architecture F platform for smaller, front-wheel-drive battery electric vehicles. The same model is marketed in Europe as the Honda e:Ny1. Sourced from China, the e:Ny1 went on sale in UK in 2023 with two trim levels available, Elegance and Advance. It is also marketed in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand as the Honda e:N1.Markets
= Americas
=Brazil The Brazilian market third-generation HR-V was introduced on 1 July 2022. It will offered with either a 1.5-litre petrol engine or a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine engine, both mated to a CVT. The former will be available on EX and EXL trim levels, while the latter will be available on Advance and Touring trim levels, Honda Sensing is standard across all trim levels. The third-generation HR-V became available in August 2022 for 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine models and it become available in October 2022 for 1.5-litre turbo models.
Jamaica The third-generation HR-V was launched in Jamaica on 10 June 2022 alongside the BR-V. It is offered with either a 1.5-litre petrol or a 1.5-litre hybrid (e:HEV), the former is available on the LX and EX trim levels while the latter is exclusive to the EX-L trim.
= East Asia
=China Two versions of the petrol models were unveiled in 2022. The Dongfeng Honda XR-V adopted the exterior styling of the HR-V RS marketed in Southeast Asia, while the GAC Honda Vezel uses the exterior styling of regular HR-V model.
Japan The HR-V was sold in its home country Japan as the Vezel. Four trim levels are available: G, X, Z, and PLaY. Two powertrain options are available: a 1.5-litre petrol (only for G trim) and a 1.5 e:HEV petrol hybrid (for all trim levels except G trim); the all-wheel drive option is available for all trim levels, except on the PLaY trim. The facelifted HR-V debuted in Japan in April 2024. The e:HEV X variant is available with the HuNT package and the e:HEV PLay variant became the PLaY package, with all-wheel drive and a panoramic sunroof included as options.
= Middle East
= The third-generation HR-V was launched in the GCC countries on 6 June 2022. It is offered with either a 1.5-litre petrol engine and mated to a CVT. The HR-V is available in three trim levels DX, LX, and EX, Honda Sensing is standard for LX and EX trim levels.= Oceania
=Australia The third-generation HR-V was launched in Australia on 12 May 2022. It is offered with either a 1.5-litre petrol engine (Vi) or a 1.5-litre hybrid (e:HEV), both mated to a CVT transmission, with the former being offered on the X trim, while the latter is offered on the L trim . Honda Sensing is standard across all models. The Australian market HR-V is only certified as a four-seater instead of five due to the lack of a top tether point for the middle seat, which is required by Australian Design Rules. The facelifted HR-V debuted in Australia in September 2024, with the addition of the e:HEV X variant.
New Zealand The third-generation HR-V was launched in New Zealand on 20 August 2024, in the sole e:HEV Sport variant.
= South Africa
= The third-generation HR-V was launched in South Africa on 3 June 2022, in two trim levels: Comfort and Executive, it is powered by the 1.5-litre ''L15ZF I4'' petrol engine mated to a CVT. In May 2025, both the Comfort and Executive trims were merged into the Elegance trim.= South Asia
=Pakistan The third-generation HR-V was launched in Pakistan as a locally assembled model on 21 October 2022. It is offered in two trim levels: VTi and VTi-S. Both trim levels come with the 1.5-litre ''L15ZF I4'' petrol engine mated to a CVT.
= Southeast Asia
=Brunei The third-generation HR-V was launched in Brunei on late June 2022, which is imported from Thailand. It is offered only with a 1.5-litre petrol engine mated to a CVT. The HR-V is only available with the EX variant and Honda Sensing becomes standard.
Indonesia The third-generation HR-V was launched in Indonesia on 23 March 2022. It is offered with either a 1.5-litre petrol or a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine, both mated to a CVT. The former is available on S, E, and SE trim levels, while the latter is exclusively available on RS trim. Honda Sensing is standard across all models. The facelifted HR-V debuted in Indonesia on 10 June 2025, with the 1.5-litre petrol in E and E+ trim levels, and the 1.5-litre hybrid (e:HEV) in Standard, Modulo and RS trim levels. The 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine has been discontinued in this facelifted model.
Malaysia The third-generation HR-V was launched in Malaysia on 14 July 2022, and it became available on retail sales by August 2022. It is offered in three engines: a 1.5-litre petrol engine, a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine, or a 1.5-litre hybrid (e:HEV), all mated to a CVT transmission. The standard 1.5-litre engine is offered on the S trim, the turbo engine are offered on both E and V trim levels, and the e:HEV variant is offered on the RS trim. Honda Sensing is standard across all models.
Philippines The third-generation HR-V was launched in the Philippines on 19 April 2022 with two variants: S and V Turbo. The HR-V RS Turbo variant was launched during the 8th Philippine International Motor Show on 15 September 2022. For powertrains, it is offered in either a 1.5-litre petrol or a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine, both mated to a CVT transmission; with the former being offered on the S trim and the latter is offered on V and RS trim levels. Honda Sensing is standard on all variants. The facelifted HR-V debuted in the Philippines on 1 March 2025 with three variants available: S, V and RS e:HEV. For the facelift model, the S and V variants use the 1.5-litre petrol.
Singapore
The third-generation HR-V was launched in Singapore on 21 January 2022, with two trim levels: DX and HX. Two powertrain options are available: a 1.5-litre petrol (for the former trim) and a 1.5-litre e:HEV petrol hybrid (for the latter trim). The facelifted HR-V debuted in Singapore on 27 July 2024 with the same variants from the pre-facelift model.Thailand The third-generation HR-V was launch in Thailand on 5 November 2021, with three trim levels: E, EL and RS; Honda Sensing is standard on all trim levels. Assembled locally, it is only available with the 1.5-litre petrol hybrid (e:HEV) powertrain. The facelifted HR-V debuted in Thailand in November 2024 with the same variants from the pre-facelift model.
Vietnam The third-generation HR-V was launched in Vietnam on 15 June 2022 in L and RS Turbo trim levels, while the HR-V G trim was launched on 15 December 2022. It is offered in either a 1.5-litre petrol or a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine, both mated to a CVT transmission, with the former being offered on the G trim, while the latter is offered on L and RS trim levels. Honda Sensing is standard across all models. The facelifted model debuted in Vietnam on 4 April 2025 with three variants: G, L and RS e:HEV. For the facelift model, the G and L variants use the 1.5-litre petrol.
Safety
In a Euro NCAP testing conducted in 2022, the HR-V e:HEV received a four-star rating.North American and Chinese version / ZR-V (RZ; 2022)
A separate North American HR-V model was unveiled on 4 April 2022 and has been sold since 7 June 2022 for the 2023 model year. Based on the eleventh-generation Civic and categorised as a Subcompact crossover SUV, it will also be sold outside of North America, such as in China (as the ZR-V and HR-V) and Europe (as the ZR-V) to slot between the global HR-V model and the CR-V. Chinese models are produced by bothSales
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