Used 2021 Honda HR-V for Sale nearBoston, MA

How much does the 2021 Honda HR-V cost?

Prices have softened 3.23% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,263 listings available, which gives you a solid pool of used HR-Vs to compare.

Is the 2021 Honda HR-V a good car?

Yes — it earns a 4.6/5 user rating and a 6.8/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel and Form and function.

Owners commonly praise its comfortable interior, decent size for a small SUV, and good value for the price. Reliability is another recurring theme, with owners pointing to Honda’s dependable reputation and a car they can count on for everyday use.

The trade-offs are familiar: it can feel underpowered compared with newer rivals, and the technology is dated. That fits the HR-V’s role as a compact, practical SUV for commuting and general family use rather than a feature-packed standout.

33.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so there is still room to find a competitive offer.

Is the 2021 Honda HR-V reliable?

Owners rate it 4.6/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owners repeatedly describe it as reliable, dependable, and trouble-free, and they value the long-term confidence that comes with Honda ownership. The expert review also points to a solid, easy-to-live-with character that supports everyday dependability.

Honda’s ownership coverage is competitive, and the HR-V’s straightforward gasoline powertrain helps keep the ownership experience familiar. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is making sure the vehicle has been maintained well, especially given the model’s age and the possibility of wear on higher-mileage examples.

What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Honda HR-V?

At 63.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing price looks unusually attractive. Focus on body condition, signs of prior repair, and whether the vehicle’s equipment matches the trim level being advertised.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The LX is the most basic version, while Sport, EX, and EX-L add more equipment. Fog lights are standard on all but the base LX trim level, and EX and EX-L models add push-button start, automatic climate control, a moonroof, and heated front seats, with leather upholstery on EX-L.
• Powertrain: The HR-V uses a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with 141 horsepower and a CVT. Front-wheel drive is standard, while all-wheel drive is available on all trim levels.
• Safety package: Honda Sensing is standard only on the EX and EX-L trim levels. It includes forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, automatic emergency braking, Road Departure Mitigation, lane-keep assist, automatic high beams, adaptive cruise control, and LaneWatch.
• Infotainment: The base LX gets a 5-inch display screen, Bluetooth, and a four-speaker audio system. Sport and higher trims add a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while EX and EX-L add SiriusXM satellite radio.
• Fuel efficiency: The HR-V is rated at 30 mpg combined, with 28 mpg city and 34 mpg highway in front-wheel-drive form. All-wheel-drive versions are rated at 29 mpg combined in LX trim and 28 mpg combined in Sport, EX, and EX-L spec.

Which 2021 Honda HR-V trim should I buy?

The 2021 Honda HR-V is offered in 4 trim levels: LX, Sport, EX, and EX-L.

Here's the short version:

• LX: This is the entry point, but it is the most stripped-down version. You get the basics, yet you miss out on the 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Honda Sensing, so it makes sense mainly if price is your top priority.
• Sport: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds the 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus the styling upgrades and privacy glass mentioned in the overview. It is the trim that makes the HR-V feel much more current without jumping too far up the price ladder.
• EX: This is the smart step-up if you want more comfort and safety equipment. It adds push-button start, automatic climate control, a moonroof, heated front seats, SiriusXM, and Honda Sensing, which makes it a strong all-around choice.
• EX-L: This is the most upscale version, adding leather upholstery on top of the EX equipment. It makes the most sense if you want the most comfort-focused HR-V available.

Honda Sensing is standard only on the EX and EX-L trim levels.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Honda HR-V?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently but should move quickly on the right listing.

• Deal availability: 33.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,263 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.23% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 63.4% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $18,429, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Honda HR-V's resale value?

The current average of $18,742 sits slightly below last year's $19,368.

That softer pricing suggests the HR-V has already absorbed some of its depreciation, which can help future sellers if the market stays steady. A lower entry price today can also make the vehicle easier to move later, especially if you keep mileage and condition in check.

The model’s broad appeal as a practical, efficient small SUV should continue to support demand. Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.6/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Honda HR-V safe?

The 2021 Honda HR-V received top “Good” scores in all Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) crash tests, and the top “Superior” rating for its optional front-crash prevention tech, but got “Marginal” and “Poor” headlight ratings depending on trim level and an “Acceptable” rating for LATCH child-seat anchor ease of use.

It earns a 5/10 safety score from our experts.

Honda Sensing is the named driver-assistance suite, and it includes forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, automatic emergency braking, Road Departure Mitigation, lane-keep assist, automatic high beams, adaptive cruise control, and LaneWatch. It is standard only on the EX and EX-L trim levels, so lower trims miss out on that package.

Should I buy a 2021 Honda HR-V or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2021 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2021 if:

• 33.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 63.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.23% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.6/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2021 model carries over the LX, Sport, EX, and EX-L trims, with new wheel designs for Sport, EX, and EX-L and added privacy glass for the Sport.

The bottom line: If you want the current-year HR-V at a softer price and you’re comfortable shopping carefully, the 2021 is a sensible pick. If you’re especially price-sensitive, you may also want to compare nearby model years for the best combination of condition, equipment, and asking price.

How does the 2021 Honda HR-V compare to the 2021 Mazda CX-30?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2021 Honda HR-V:

• Pros: Fun to drive, Comfortable, Standard advanced safety features.
• Cons: Poor visibility, Outdated technology.

2021 Mazda CX-30:

• Pros: Stylish design, Great ride quality, Comfortable.
• Cons: Poor handling, Fairly pedestrian performance, Poor visibility.

Our experts score the 2021 Honda HR-V 6.8/10 and the 2021 Mazda CX-30 7.5/10. The HR-V leans more practical, with standard advanced safety features and a reputation for being comfortable and easy to live with. The CX-30 brings a more stylish design and better ride quality, but it gives up some performance appeal and still has poor visibility. If you want the more engaging value play, the HR-V makes sense; if you want the more polished overall package, the CX-30 has the edge.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.