Summary

• With 2,211 currently listed for sale and an average price of $28,826.00, 32.8% of 2026 Honda HR-Vs for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favorably reviewed: CarGurus experts gave it a 5.33 / 10.

• 92.4% of 2026 HR-V models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2026 Honda HR-V stands out for being simple and uncomplicated, and that straightforward character is its most appealing attribute. It is available in three trim levels and offers optional all-wheel drive, but it remains an unremarkable subcompact SUV with an underpowered engine. Even so, it has a comfortable driver’s seat, easy-to-use technology, and great safety ratings, which help give it broad everyday appeal.

For the 2026 model year, the HR-V gets a refresh that brings an improved standard infotainment system along with minor styling and interior changes. The update also adds a larger touchscreen with faster response times, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging. Those improvements make the cabin feel more current, but they do not address the model’s main weaknesses.

The biggest drawbacks are hard to ignore: the 2026 HR-V is described as dreadfully slow, disappointingly inefficient, and it has an uncomfortable back seat. That mix makes it less compelling than some rivals, but buyers who value a low-stress, easy-to-live-with small SUV may still appreciate its simplicity and user-friendly setup.

Other model years to consider

• 2024 Honda HR-V

  • Average price: $25,856.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.4%
  • User rating: 4.67 / 5
  • Total listings: 4,890

• 2023 Honda HR-V

  • Average price: $24,122.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 32.8%
  • User rating: 4.4 / 5
  • Total listings: 4,190

• 2025 Honda HR-V

  • Average price: $26,646.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.0%
  • Total listings: 4,767

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.