New & Used 2026 Honda HR-V for Sale nearPeterborough, ON

How much does the 2026 Honda HR-V cost?

Prices have softened 10.39% compared to this time last year, making it a favourable time to shop this model year.

There are 184 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2026 Honda HR-V a good car?

The 2026 Honda HR-V earns a 5.33/10 expert rating, and its strongest category score is Look and feel at 8/10.

The standout strength is Look and feel at 8/10.

It is a simple, uncomplicated subcompact SUV with an easygoing character, a refreshed infotainment setup, and useful tech updates for 2026. That makes it a sensible fit if you want a no-fuss small SUV with a comfortable driver’s seat and strong safety credentials.

The trade-offs are clear: it is sluggish and poorly fuel efficient, and the back seat is uncomfortable. Those weaknesses matter most if you want lively acceleration or lower running costs.

With 30.4% of listings marked as good or great deals, there is some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2026 Honda HR-V reliable?

The 2026 Honda HR-V is presented as a straightforward, easy-to-live-with small SUV, and its simple mechanical layout supports that impression. The 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine and CVT are described as working hard, but the overall package is still framed as uncomplicated rather than complex.

The expert evaluation also notes that the HR-V’s dynamic tuning is well sorted, with a multi-link rear suspension and brake-based torque vectoring helping it feel composed in corners. On the ownership side, the model does not stand out for unusually generous value extras, but it does keep the formula simple.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that the same weaknesses that show up in testing — especially weak performance and disappointing efficiency — are likely to remain part of everyday ownership.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Honda HR-V?

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The LX, Sport, and EX-L each bring different equipment levels. The LX is the most basic, with cloth seats and a simpler cabin, while the EX-L adds genuine leather, perforated surfaces, Z-pattern stitching, upgraded cabin lighting, and a more upscale interior presentation. The EX-L also gets the most polished look overall, while the Sport and LX use more modest trim and wheel treatments.
• Powertrain: You get a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with a CVT, and the HR-V is described as underpowered. Front-wheel drive is available, while all-wheel drive is standard on the higher trims and optional on the LX. Fuel consumption is rated at 8.3 L/100 km combined with FWD or 8.7 L/100 km combined with AWD, and real-world consumption can be higher.
• Safety package: Honda Sensing is standard and includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, lane-centring assist, adaptive cruise control, traffic-jam assist, and automatic high-beam headlights. Blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alert are also standard in Canada. Front and rear parking sensors with low-speed automatic braking are exclusive to the EX-L.
• Infotainment: The standard touchscreen is 9 inches, and it now responds faster. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and every HR-V includes a wireless smartphone charger. The LX has four speakers, the Sport has six, and the EX-L has eight.
• Fuel efficiency: Official Natural Resources Canada ratings say the HR-V uses 8.3 L/100 km combined with FWD or 8.7 L/100 km combined with AWD. The expert test loop returned 9.5 L/100 km.

Which 2026 Honda HR-V trim should I buy?

The 2026 Honda HR-V is offered in 3 trim levels: LX, Sport, and EX-L.

Here's the short version:

• LX: This is the entry point, and it gives you the core HR-V experience at the lowest price. It is the trim to consider if you want the simplest path into the model, but you give up some of the nicer cabin touches and the more complete equipment found higher up.
• Sport: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds more equipment than the LX without jumping all the way to EX-L territory. It also gets standard all-wheel drive and a six-speaker audio system, making it the most balanced choice if you want a better-equipped HR-V without stretching too far.
• EX-L: This is the most upscale version, with leather upholstery, the most refined cabin presentation, eight speakers, and exclusive parking sensors with low-speed automatic braking. It suits you best if you want the most comfort and the fullest feature set.

Honda Sensing is standard across the range, and blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alert are included in Canada.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Honda HR-V?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile options.

• Deal availability: 30.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 184 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.39% compared with last year.

If you find a listing below $36,167 CAD, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2026 Honda HR-V's resale value?

The current average of $36,296 CAD sits slightly below last year's $40,503 CAD.

That price movement suggests the HR-V has softened enough to improve your buying position today. If you buy at the current average or below, you may have less downside than someone who paid closer to last year’s average.

For a future seller, the main implication is that resale value may remain sensitive to market conditions because the model has already moved down meaningfully. If demand stays steady, a well-priced, well-equipped example should still be easier to move than one priced near the top of the range.

Is the 2026 Honda HR-V safe?

The 2026 Honda HR-V earns favourable ratings from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and the 2025 model year also scored a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

Honda Sensing is standard and includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, lane-centring assist, adaptive cruise control, traffic-jam assist, and automatic high-beam headlights. In Canada, blind-spot monitors and rear cross-traffic alert are also standard, while front and rear parking sensors with low-speed automatic braking are reserved for the EX-L.

There is a caveat to keep in mind: the adaptive cruise control did not always react smoothly in testing and sometimes required driver intervention. That means you should treat the driver-assistance system as a helpful aid, not a substitute for close attention.

Should I buy a 2026 Honda HR-V or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2026 if:

• 30.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.39% compared with last year.
• The refresh matters to you, especially the larger touchscreen, faster response times, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging.

The bottom line: If you want the most up-to-date HR-V experience, the 2026 model is the one to target because it adds meaningful tech improvements without changing the basic formula. If you are more price-sensitive, a nearby model year may still make sense, especially if you can find a cleaner example at a lower asking price.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.