Above Average Reliability

2023 Honda HR-V Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

2nd Generation (RV) · 2.0L 4-cylinder (158hp) · $23,000 - $29,000

Known Issues — 2023 Honda HR-V

MODERATE

First-year of redesign — verify TSB and recall status

MODERATE

Naturally aspirated engine still lacks power vs. turbocharged competitors

MINOR

No AWD option in US market — FWD only

MINOR

Google infotainment dependency frustrates some users

MINOR

Wind noise from A-pillars at highway speed

What to Inspect

  • Check for first-year TSBs
  • Test new 2.0L engine for smoothness
  • Test Google infotainment
  • Listen for A-pillar wind noise
  • Test all Honda Sensing features

Expected Maintenance Costs

ServiceIntervalCost
Oil changeevery 5,000 miles$40-$60
CVT fluidevery 60,000 miles$120-$160
Brake pads (front)every 40,000 miles$90-$140
Spark plugsevery 30,000 miles$60-$100
Cabin air filterevery 15,000 miles$15-$30
Air filterevery 30,000 miles$20-$35

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