2022 Honda HR-V Makes Global Debut

After a short tease, Honda has finally pulled the wraps off the all-new 2022 HR-V. Like the Japanese market Fit, the third-generation HR-V takes on a human-centric design approach, hoping that it’ll meet the expectations of its would-be owners.

The all-new HR-V retains its key features such as the coupe-like roofline and hidden rear door handle, but as a whole, takes a much more restrained approach. The key design theme surrounds horizontal lines, and for that gives it a wider, more planted stance.

The front is decidedly more upright, dominated by a large body-colored grille with thin horizontal slats. The LED headlights have been reduced to mere slits giving it a sleeker look, while at the back, the new taillights extend to the entire length of the tailgate. The tailgate itself has been designed for easier opening and closing compared to the current model.

Designed around Honda’s “Man Maximum, Machine Minimum” concept, the all-new HR-V focuses on reducing driver movement during operation. The overall shape also increases available interior space, while new soft-touch surfaces give it a feeling of premiumness.

The 2022 HR-V now runs exclusively on a 1.5-liter DOHC i-VTEC engine supplemented by Honda’s two-motor hybrid system (e:HEV). Coupled to a CVT gearbox, it promises linear response. Three driver-selectable modes: Normal, Sport, and Eco is standard.

The HR-V also adopts the latest Honda SENSING driver assist tech. Using a wide-view front camera and high-speed processor, it adds even more driving aids such as adaptive cruise control with traffic jam stop/go function, collision mitigation braking, off-road deviation suppression, and lane keep assist. It also debuts rear collision mitigation braking and automatic high beam assist.

The all-new Honda HR-V arrives in Japanese showrooms first in April 2021.