Does adding a turbocharged engine make the Honda HR-V the perfect crossover package? That depends. Honda HondaPhil HondaHRV HRVTurbo CarReview CarGuidePH
Having driven the base Honda HR-V before , I bemoaned the lack of power from its normally-aspirated engine. Now, having sampled the top-of-the-line HR-V V Turbo, does a forced induction motor really rectify all complaints about Honda’s compact crossover? Well, read on and find out.
The HR-V V Turbo’s curb weight is slightly up , but that’s easily countered by that wonderfully responsive engine. Even without toggling through the Drive Modes, this clearly unlocks the HR-V’s full potential. Peak torque arrives at just 1,700 rpm and stays put all the way to 4,500 rpm so it makes easy work of any overtaking maneuver. Tap the gas, and you’ll see the speed rise even if engine revs stay put at around 3,000 rpm.
Of course, all that delicious cake comes with calories, and here, it bites you back in the form of a hefty price premium. At P 1,598,000, it’s P 348,000 more expensive than the base HR-V S. And so that begs the question: is it all worth it? Honda’s interlocking pricing strategy for the Civic and HR-V is clearly meant for them to keep potential buyers within their showrooms, but it can also make it confusing for the indecisive set. And yes, there are tradeoffs between the two., but in summary, by going with the Civic, you’re trading leather seats, added ground clearance, and a more flexible cargo hold for sharper handling, a better infotainment system, and a more spacious interior.
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