Where is the 2023 Honda hrv manufactured
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The Honda HR-V is one of the most important new 2023 vehicles for Honda. It’s Honda’s new entry-level crossover SUV and it aims to capture a big part
of the market. The new one is larger, in every dimension, and comes with new styling that updated it, too. But, it looks like there’s one flaw that could slow down this all-new crossover’s sales. The new for 2023 Honda HR-V comes with a ton of upgrades over the old one. The new HR-V is built on the new Civic platform, while the 2022 was based on the long-gone Honda Fit. That
new Civic platform comes with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 158 horsepower, and that’s part of the problem. In a recent test at Motor Trend, an all-wheel drive EX-L took an amazingly long 9.8 seconds to accelerate to 60 miles per hour. For comparison, a Toyota Tacoma
truck can do the 0-60 sprint in 7.7 seconds. That means it’s slow. In fact, it’s slower than even the last version which had just 141 horsepower, which could get you to 60 in about 9.6 seconds. Of course, those times come from the heavier all-wheel drive version, and with all the cool (but heavier) extras that come in a full-loaded EX-L. We’d expect a front-wheel drive version with fewer options to be a bit quicker, but not by much. Also, the new version has
worse fuel economy than the 2022 version. The Honda HR-V comes in three trim levels. The HR-V starts at $23,650 and goes all the way up to $28,950. All-wheel drive is a $1,500 option on any HR-V, before destination fees. All versions can be ordered with a variety of packages such as the protection packages, the HPD Package, or the Rugged Package which all have a variety of fender flares, splash guards,
and door trim. The big thing that’s missing on the LX version that’s standard on the other versions of the HR-V is the blind-spot information system. It has a single-zone HVAC system, and simple gray 17-inch wheels. A zero-to-60 time matters, but not in all the ways you may think. Basically, manufacturers and car magazines test how quick a car is so you can compare it to others, and it’s not really a reflection of how fast your car will go in the real world. The tests that magazines use are two-way averages that, by using sophisticated timing systems, “correct” for variables like altitude, temperature, and more. Regardless, 9.8 seconds is slow. To put it in perspective, in a theoretical stop-light drag race, a 1998 Toyota Sienna minivan would beat the new HR-V. By a lot. RELATED: Don’t Buy a 2022 HR-V, Wait for the 2023 HR-V Instead The 2023 Honda HR-V SUV has at long last been unveiled, making its US debut on Tuesday. Thanks to its fetching new exterior, and primo interior trimmings, the new HR-V is moving up in the world. This SUV is based on the 11th-generation Honda Civic, an excellent starting point. These sturdy, new bones have allowed the HR-V to grow out as it grew up. The vehicle is a couple inches wider than its predecessor, nearly 9 inches longer and it rolls on a wheelbase that's been stretched by 1.7 inches. Along with its new structure, there's also a new independent rear suspension that should improve both the ride and handling. The second-gen HR-V will be offered in three trim levels: base LX, midrange Sport and fancy EX-L. Regardless of the model, this vehicle wears styling that's clean and handsome. The front end looks a bit like the old Honda CR-Z hybrid hatchback or maybe like a slightly more angular Ford Escape. That prominent grille is flanked by inlets in the front bumper that direct air around the tires for better aerodynamics. Telling these models apart, the LX grade rolls on painted 17-inch alloy wheels and features a matte-finished grille insert. One step up, the midrange Sport trim is graced with a more aggressive grille mesh, a gloss-black rear spoiler and a chrome exhaust finisher. There's also a gunmetal metallic rear bumper add-on and 18-inch wheels. Finally, for an even more upscale look, the range-topping EX-L trim features a special gloss-black grille insert, gloss black door pillar finishers and blackened trim on the bumpers. EX-Ls also ride on gray 17-inch wheels with a machined finish. One and doneThe 2023 HR-V features just one engine: a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated inline-4 that delivers 158 horsepower and 138 pound-feet of torque, numbers we suspect will be merely adequate figures in an SUV, especially with a full load of passengers and parcels. Sadly, the Civic's lovely 1.5-liter turbo engine is not on offer here, at least not right now. Regardless, that 2.0-liter engine promises better drivability, lower emissions and greater fuel economy than the 1.8-liter I4 found in the outgoing HR-V. A familiar continuously variable transmission is standard and can simulate traditional gearchanges so there's less engine droning. All-wheel drive is available, though curiously, hill-descent control is standard across the model lineup, even on front-drive HR-Vs, which is kind of odd. As for fuel economy, this Honda is estimated to return 26 mpg city, 32 mpg highway and 28 mpg combined with front-wheel drive. All-wheel-drive variants will be slightly less efficient. They're expected to sticker at 25, 30 and 27, respectively. There's not much to get excited about under the hood. Nate Reed/CNETPrimo and proud of itInside, the 2023 Honda HR-V doesn't disappoint. Almost a copy/paste of the new Civic's cabin, the dashboard is strongly horizontal and made with minimal cutlines to reduce windshield reflections. Just like in its small car counterpart, fetching honeycomb mesh runs from door to door and it looks just as nice in this application. Between the front seats, which feel soft yet supportive, is a unique -- and quite curvaceous -- center console that's nicely padded, even in the base model. A 7-inch digital instrument cluster is standard equipment. LX and Sport models also come with a 7-inch touchscreen that supports both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, though the EX-L trim boasts of a 9-inch display that can wirelessly connect to both of those smartphone-mirroring systems. The EX-L HR-V also comes with a wireless charging pad and an eight-speaker audio system. The 2023 HR-V's interior is a major step up. Nate Reed/CNETReducing driver fatigue and improving safety, the Honda Sensing suite of aids is standard fare. Updated with a new wide-angle single camera that has a 100-degree field of view, this system performs better than the previous setup, which featured a radar sensor along with an optical camera. Honda Sensing includes adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow and lane-keeping assist. Beyond that, road sign recognition and traffic jam assist are new for 2023. Blind-spot monitoring is also available. When it comes to luggage space, the new HR-V provides 24.4 cubic feet behind the rear seat, a space that has plenty of headroom and legroom for adult passenger and clever touch-sensitive reading lights. Reducing back strain, the load height is nice and low at just about 27 inches. Drop this vehicle's 60/40-split rear backrest (which results in a nearly flat floor, an awesome feature for sliding cargo right in) and the cargo hold expands to 55.1 cubes. Helping things look nice for years to come, the texture used on the lower door panels and the sides of the luggage compartment is designed to hide scratches. This SUV should start arriving at dealerships in June. Nate Reed/CNETReasonably priced, available soonWith its Civic-based underpinnings, fresh exterior styling, lovely new interior and generous helping of tech, we suspect the 2023 Honda HR-V will be one of the best small utility vehicles around when it goes on sale, which is soon. The redesigned HR-V is expected to start landing at dealerships this month. This sprightly little SUV should start at $24,895 including $1,245 in shipping and handling fees. All-in, the HR-V is expected to top out at around 30 grand and change, which ain't too shabby at all. Where is Honda HRThe US-market HR-V is manufactured at Honda's Celaya, Mexico assembly plant alongside the related Fit and went on sale in May 2015 as a 2016 model.
Where is the new Honda HRAlthough Honda has several manufacturing plants throughout the U.S., the Honda HRV is actually made at a facility in Celaya, Mexico, where it has been since it was reintroduced to the market in 2014.
Are the 2023 HRThe 2023 Honda HR-V was officially released on June 7, 2022, meaning that you can drive to the dealership and get one right now. Some of the top features of the 2023 Honda HR-V include: Elimination of the EX trim. 18-inch alloy wheels.
Where is the Canadian Honda HRIn 2020, we proudly saw our nine-millionth vehicle rolling off the line in Alliston, Ontario. Over 35 years of building cars and light trucks here in Canada, we've invested more than $4.2 billion in our manufacturing facilities and we're not putting the brakes on any time soon.
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