2027 Honda HR-V vs. 2026 HR-V: What's New, Trims and Prices
The 2027 Honda HR-V and the outgoing 2026 sit side by side on our Nostrand Avenue lot, often a couple thousand dollars apart. Here is the straight comparison.
What's new on the 2027 Honda HR-V
Less than you would expect. The big update landed on the 2026 HR-V, when Honda made the 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless phone charging standard on every trim. The 2027 Honda HR-V carries all of it forward with no changes to the engine, safety suite or interior tech.
Bottom line: the 2027 costs roughly $400 more per trim at MSRP. A leftover 2026 saves you more than that up front, and the 2027 hands it back at trade-in as the newer model year.
Identical on both model years
- 2.0-liter four-cylinder, 158 horsepower, 138 lb-ft, CVT
- EPA-estimated 26 city / 32 highway / 28 combined with front-wheel drive; 25 / 30 / 27 with Real Time AWD
- 24.4 cu ft of cargo behind the rear seats, 55.1 cu ft with them folded
- 9-inch touchscreen, 7-inch digital driver display, wireless phone connection and Qi charging
- Honda Sensing on every trim, plus blind spot monitoring on Sport and EX-L
- 179.8-inch length, which is what makes it park in Brooklyn
Where the two years split
- Price. The 2027 LX opens at $26,600 versus about $26,200 for the 2026, and that gap holds across the lineup.
- Destination. $1,450 for 2027, up from $1,395.
- Finishes. Wheel and badging details shift slightly by trim; colors such as Boost Blue Pearl carry over.
- How you buy it. The 2026 now appears as leftover new stock or as a certified pre-owned Honda, which is where the discount lives.
| Trim | 2027 MSRP | 2026 MSRP | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX | $26,600 | ~$26,200 | 17-inch alloys, LED headlights, 9-inch screen, 4-speaker audio, push-button start, Honda Sensing |
| Sport | $28,400 | ~$28,000 | Adds 18-inch gloss-black alloys, unique grille and spoiler, heated front seats, remote start, 6 speakers, blind spot monitoring |
| EX-L | $30,450 | ~$30,050 | Adds leather seats, moonroof, 8-way power driver's seat, dual-zone climate, 8 speakers, parking sensors |
| AWD | +$1,500 | +$1,500 | Optional on all three trims, both years |
MSRP excludes destination, tax, title, registration and options. 2026 figures are approximate; dealer prices vary. See the HR-V listings below for live pricing.
Which HR-V makes sense for a New York driver
Take the 2027 for the full warranty clock, first pick of colors and the stronger appraisal at trade-in, since a newer model year books higher on the same mileage. Take the 2026 if the priority is the lowest payment today. Add AWD either way if you park on the street, and check this month's Honda offers first, because incentives move faster than sticker prices.
Buying an HR-V at Plaza Honda
Plaza Honda is part of Plaza Auto Mall, with more than 1,000 vehicles in stock across showrooms within a seven-minute walk of each other on Nostrand Avenue. Our team speaks English, Spanish, Russian, French, Urdu, Punjabi, Bengali, Uzbek, Tajik, Turkish, Haitian Creole, Arabic and beyond.
Service offers pick-up and drop-off across the NYC metro area, and delivery is free within 25 miles. Talk to us or schedule service whenever it suits you.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2027 Honda HR-V different from the 2026?
Only in small ways. Both use the same 158-horsepower engine, CVT, cargo space and standard Honda Sensing suite. The 2027 costs about $400 more per trim and carries a $1,450 destination charge instead of $1,395.
Does the 2027 HR-V come as a hybrid?
No. Honda does not offer an HR-V hybrid for either year. If you want a hybrid Honda SUV, the CR-V Hybrid is the next step up and we stock it in Brooklyn.
Which HR-V trim is worth the money?
Sport is the value pick for most New York drivers: heated seats and remote start earn their keep in February, and blind spot monitoring helps on the Belt Parkway. Step to EX-L for leather, a moonroof and parking sensors.
Should I buy a leftover 2026 instead of a new 2027?
Often, yes. A 2026 gives you the same screen, wireless CarPlay and safety equipment for less. The trade-off is a year of warranty already on the clock.
Does the 2027 Honda HR-V hold its value better than the 2026?
Yes. At any future trade-in date the 2027 is a year newer than a comparable 2026, so it appraises and lists higher. Over a typical three-year cycle that gap is usually worth more than the $400 price difference between the two model years.
Is all-wheel drive worth $1,500 in New York City?
If you park outside or drive early after a storm, it is. Real Time AWD costs about 1 to 2 mpg and adds real confidence on unplowed side streets.
Do you deliver the HR-V outside Brooklyn?
Yes. Delivery is free within 25 miles, covering Queens, Manhattan, Staten Island, the Bronx and much of Nassau County.
Honda HR-V inventory in Brooklyn
Current 2027 and 2026 HR-V stock at Plaza Honda, with Plaza Price and estimated payment on every listing.
