What Does HRV and CRV Stand For?

Acronyms can be confusing, especially when it comes to cars. Honda has been releasing the HR-V and CR-V for a few years now, and although they are very popular many people don’t know what the acronyms stand for. What do HR-V and CR-V stand for, and how are they different?

HR-V stands for Hi-rider Revolutionary Vehicle and CR-V stands for Compact Recreational Vehicle. Honda releases new models of the HR-V and CR-V yearly. The Honda CR-V is a compact SUV and the Honda HR-V is a subcompact SUV. The Honda CR-V is larger than the Honda HR-V.

Now that you know what HR-V and CR-V stand for, you are likely wondering what features each of these Honda vehicles have and what their gas mileage is. Keep reading to find out.

HR-V and CR-V Dimensions

Both the HR-V and the CR-V are wonderful vehicles when it comes to gas mileage, safety scores, space for passengers, and cargo space. Although these vehicles are similar, they are quite different in small ways.

HR-V Dimensions

HR-V was released just 5 years ago and is a subcompact vehicle. The dimensions are as follows:

• Height: 63.2 inches
• Ground Clearance: 7.3 inches
• Length & width: 169 inches and 69.7 inches
• Wheelbase: 102.8 inches
• Horsepower: 138 (about 52 difference from the CR-V)
• Gas mileage: up to 28 miles per gallon city and 34 miles per gallon on the highway
• Cargo space: 24 cubic feet with seats up and 59 cubic feet when seats are down

CR-V Dimensions

CR-V has been around for about 24 years and is considered one of Honda’s best-selling vehicles in the United States. The CR-V Dimensions are as follows:

• Height: 66.5
• Ground clearance: 8.2 inches
• Length & width: 181 inches and 73 inches
• Wheelbase: 104.7 inches
• Horsepower: 190
• Gas mileage: up to 28 miles per gallon city and up to 34 miles per gallon on the highway
• Cargo space: 39 cubic feet of space when the seats are up and 76 cubic feet when the seats are folded down.

HR-V and CR-V Safety and Technology

Safety and reliability are important factors that need to be considered before purchasing a vehicle. Technology has been integrated into nearly all vehicles, and it has also become important to potential drivers who are currently looking at purchasing the Honda HR-V or CR-V. Luckily for you, all of that information has been compiled here.

The 2021 Honda HR-V received a reliability rating of 78 out of 100 and an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from the NHTSA. (Source)

HR-V Standard Safety Features

• Side and front airbags
• Traction and stability control
• Rearview Camera

HR-V Optional Safety Features

• Front and Rear Parking Sensors
• Forward Collision Warning
• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Road Departure Mitigation
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keep Assist
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Automatic High-Beam Headlights
• Honda LaneWatch Blind Spot Camera

Standard Honda HR-V Technology Features

• 4 Speaker Sound System
• Bluetooth
• 5 inch LED screen
• USB Charging Port

Optional Honda HR-V Technology Features

• 7 inch Touch Screen
• Android Auto
• Apple CarPlay
• Navigation
• 6 Speaker Sound System
• 2 USB Charging Ports

The 2021 Honda CR-V received a reliability rating of 79 out of 100 from J.D. Power, which is only one point more than the 2021 Honda HR-V. The 2021 Honda CR-V also received an overall safety rating from the NHTSA of 5 out of 5 stars, so both the Honda CR-V and HR-V will keep your family safe during a crash. (Source)

CR-V Safety Features

• Traction and stability control
• Side and front airbags
• Forward Collision Warning
• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Road Departure Mitigation
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keep Assist
• Automatic High-Beam Headlights
• Rearview Camera

Optional Honda CR-V Safety Features

• Front and Rear Parking Sensors
• Blind Spot Monitoring
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Rain-sensing Windshield Wipers

Honda CR-V Standard Technology Features

• 4 Speaker Sound System
• 5 inch Display
• Navigation
• USB Charging Port

Honda CR-V Optional Technology Features

• 7 inch Touch Screen
• Android Auto
• Apple CarPlay
• 6 Speaker Sound System
• 4 USB Charging Ports
• Wireless Charging

2022 Honda HR-V VS 2022 Honda CR-V Specs

Now that you know some things about the 2021 Honda CR-V and HR-V, you are likely wondering about the most recently released models: the 2022 Honda HR-V and CR-V. All relevant information for these vehicles is below.

2022 Honda HR-V

• 1.8L 4-cylinder engine
• 13.2 gallon fuel tank capacity
• 141 horsepower
• Passenger Volume: 105.9 cubic feet
• Headroom Front/Rear: 39.5 in / 38.3 in
• Legroom Front/Rear: 41.2 in / 39.3 in
• Shoulder Room Front/Rear: 56.8 in / 54.5 in
• Hip Room Front/Rear: 53.1 in / 47.4 in
• Cargo Volume: 58.8 cubic feet

2022 Honda CR-V

• 1.5L 4-cylinder engine
• 14.0 gallon fuel tank capacity
• 190 horsepower
• Passenger Volume: 105.9 cubic feet
• Headroom Front/Rear: 40.1 in / 39.2 in
• Legroom Front/Rear: 41.3 in / 40.4 in
• Shoulder Room Front/Rear: 57.9 in / 55.6 in
• Hip Room Front/Rear: 55.1 in / 49.5 in
• Cargo Volume: 75.8 cubic feet only

CR-V & HR-V Prices

One of the most important things that people consider before purchasing a car is the price. Below is about how much it will cost by year for a Honda HR-V and CR-V.

Used and New HR-V Cost

• 2014: Starting around $10,512 to $21,379
• 2015: Starting around $21,855
• 2016: Starting around $16,477 to $21,495
• 2017: Starting around $10,979 to $23,694
• 2018: Starting around $19,600 to $25,990
• 2019: Starting around $16,815 to $27,692
• 2020: Starting around $23,499 to $28,910
• 2021: Starting around $23,993 to $28,995
• 2022: Expected price to start around $21,420 based on the features chosen.

Used and New CR-V Cost

• 2014: Starting around $10,512 to $21,379
• 2015: Starting around $15,997 to $23,415
• 2016: Starting around $18,450 to $25,600
• 2017: Starting around $16,024 to $30,660
• 2018: Starting around $17,352 to $30,079
• 2019: Starting around $19,848 to $34,171
• 2020: Starting around $28,949 to $36,998
• 2021: Starting around $23,419 to $38,002
• 2022: Expected price to start around $25,000 based on the features chosen.

The Honda CR-V and HR-V are similar when it comes to gas mileage, because they can both seat up to 5 people, and are a type of SUV, but in the end they are different cars and you will need to decide which one is best for you. The Honda CR-V is larger than the Honda HR-V, so if you need cargo space and room to move, the Honda CR-V is better than the Honda HR-V.