2024 Honda HR-V EX-L

The 2024 HR-V is Honda's smallest SUV, slotting below the CR-V and offering subcompact practicality with a more premium feel than its predecessor. It competes with the Toyota Corolla Cross, Mazda CX-30, and Kia Seltos, all of which offer similar size and versatility. The HR-V handles with a composed, car-like feel, though its modest power means you'll want to plan for highway merges. Inside, the HR-V offers a spacious rear seat and a clever Magic Seat that folds flat for bulky cargo. Standard Honda Sensing includes adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist, with a touchscreen infotainment system across trims. The EX-L is the leather-lined choice for buyers who want heated seats and a power driver's seat without stepping up to the Sport's AWD. Its 2.0L I4 makes 158 horsepower through a CVT, which keeps the 28 mpg combined fuel economy easy to live with but asks for patience on the highway. The EX-L adds a moonroof and parking sensors front and rear, small luxuries that make daily driving easier without pushing the price up much.