2026 Honda HR-V vs 2026 BMW X5
Overview | |
MSRP$68,300 | MSRP$26,500 |
Listings183 | Listings123 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews5.3 out of 10 |
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2026 BMW X5 Reviews Summary | |
2026 Honda HR-V Reviews SummaryAvailable in three trim levels equipped with an underpowered engine and optional all-wheel drive (AWD), the HR-V is an unremarkable subcompact SUV. A refresh for the 2026 model year adds an improved standard infotainment system and minor styling and interior modifications, but nothing that addresses this model’s primary shortcomings. The changes include a larger touchscreen with faster response times, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging. Verdict: Simply put, the 2026 Honda HR-V is not one of the best subcompact SUVs. It is dreadfully slow and disappointingly inefficient, and it barely meets the minimum technological expectations of the young people who might want to buy it. Plus, it demonstrates none of the innovation seen in the original HR-V and in some competitors in the small SUV segment. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm | Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.9 cu ft | Cargo Space24.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4919 lbs | Curb Weight3159 lbs |
Height69.1 in | Height63.4 in |
Length194.2 in | Length179.8 in |
Width87.3 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase104.5 in |
Maximum Payload1054 lbs | Maximum Payload1051 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7200 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $68,300 | $26,500 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 5.3 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | Available in three trim levels equipped with an underpowered engine and optional all-wheel drive (AWD), the HR-V is an unremarkable subcompact SUV. A refresh for the 2026 model year adds an improved standard infotainment system and minor styling and interior modifications, but nothing that addresses this model’s primary shortcomings. The changes include a larger touchscreen with faster response times, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging. Verdict: Simply put, the 2026 Honda HR-V is not one of the best subcompact SUVs. It is dreadfully slow and disappointingly inefficient, and it barely meets the minimum technological expectations of the young people who might want to buy it. Plus, it demonstrates none of the innovation seen in the original HR-V and in some competitors in the small SUV segment. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque | 398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.9 cu ft | 24.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4919 lbs | 3159 lbs |
Height | 69.1 in | 63.4 in |
Length | 194.2 in | 179.8 in |
Width | 87.3 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 104.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1054 lbs | 1051 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7200 lbs | |
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