The first thing you'll notice about the 2023 HR-V is its sleek and sophisticated profile, which Honda achieves by using "laser brazing" to join the roof and the side panels. The result is a seamless merger between the exterior components and an exceptionally smooth roofline. In addition, the HR-V's gently sloping body lines flow to a distinctive honeycomb grille flanked by angled headlights.

On the LX, this unique design is enhanced by 17-inch alloy wheels, LED brake lights, and heated body-colored mirrors. The Sport rides on 18-inch wheels and features gloss-black mirrors, rear privacy glass, and a chrome exhaust finisher. You'll also find rear privacy glass on the EX-L, along with a stylish roofline spoiler. Available exterior colors include Nordic Forest, Milano Red, and Urban Gray.

In addition to an exterior refresh, the 2023 HR-V gets a brand-new engine. Pop open the hood, and you'll find a 2.0-liter four-cylinder generating 158 horsepower and 138 pound-feet of torque. With the 2022 HR-V, drivers only got 141 horsepower and 127 pound-feet of torque. With its increased horsepower, the 2023 HR-V delivers more responsive acceleration and can go from zero to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds.

Like every vehicle in the Honda family, the 2023 HR-V provides superior performance. Its lively engine teams up with a continuously variable transmission that optimizes engine output and enables sharp handling. Engage the transmission's Sport mode, and you'll feel like you're on a racetrack. An agile front-wheel drive comes standard on all HR-V models, or you can equip your HR-V with a real-time all-wheel drive that uses sensors to calculate the precise moment to send torque to the rear wheels. A Snow mode minimizes wheel slippage and improves acceleration on icy roads.

The 2023 HR-V seats five and gives you up to 55.1 cubic feet of cargo space. The refreshed dashboard features eye-catching honeycomb detailing, serving as the cockpit's visual anchor. Other thoughtful details include a leather-wrapped steering wheel with ergonomic controls and a leather-trimmed shift knob. The LX and Sport feature comfy cloth upholstery, with the Sport adding striking orange stitching. With the EX-L, you'll enjoy luxurious leather seating surfaces and heated front seats. An available 9-inch touch screen wirelessly integrates with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for hands-free phone operability.

Every 2023 HR-V comes standard with the Honda Sensing Suite. This safety suite that includes a collision mitigation braking system that warns you when a crash with a pedestrian or vehicle is imminent. If you can't respond in time, the system will apply the brakes. When your HR-V starts to drift, the road departure mitigation system will apply corrective steering, unless you've activated the turn signal. Other features include adaptive cruise control, traffic sign recognition, and a blind-spot information system.