The Honda HR-V is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Honda spanning two generations. The first generation HR-V was based on Honda Logo and sold in Japan and selective Asian-Pacific markets between 1999 and 2006. The second generation HR-V was based on third-generation Honda Fit and went on sale in North America, Australia, Brazil, and selective Asian markets in 2015. The second generation HR-V was largely identical to the JDM Vezel which went on sale in late 2013.

The abbreviation HR-V, according to Honda's HR-V history website, officially stands for Hi-rider Revolutionary Vehicle, while the other stands for Hip and Smart Runabout Vehicle. The HR-V was introduced to cater for the demand for vehicles with the benefits of SUVs (in particular its larger cousin CR-V), such as increased cargo room and higher visibility, along with the manoeuvrability, performance and fuel economy of a smaller car.





This post has been edited by hanissyazwan: Apr 20 2017, 03:29 PM

How is the NVH and suspension?

Proud owner because i already pay 30k deposit and my loan already get approved. But i did not collect my car yet as my turn is on mid of april.

Waiting someone to own it and test it ! What's spec you guys taking ?

How about the fuel consumption in citi driving?

The HR-V's 1.8-litre i-VTEC engine has claimed fuel consumption of between 6.6L/100km


Its more or less the same as honda city new generation. So its something good!

This post has been edited by hanissyazwan: Feb 20 2015, 04:47 PM

Collected mine before cny. So far clocked 200 km around town giving 12km/l on average. Should improve as mileage increase and running in.

The HRV is well insulated, smooth operator with the CVT. Power is adequate and respond well when I stomp on the pedal.

I would rate the nvh to be surprisingly good. Better then the crv that I tested. Less bumpy as well....And I drive a vw ROC, so u can imagine what is my expectation... The hrv is definitely smoother than roc but that can be bad things when one start to push it...obviously the body roll is expected more... Beside its a family cross SUV, so one shld not expect a sporty or spirited drive although the CVT box is very responsive.

As ownership experience, Honda definitely stingy on V spec which I bought.(modern steel), should have full leather, dual tone interior, 17in rim, paddle shift. Sunroof is pointless in our weather. The remote system is crappier too compare to jazz or city which has no boot remote. The is no window down or wing mirror auto fold from remote too...

Nonetheless I'm happy with it. Wife n kid happy with more back space n higher comfort ride

BTW do read up on city thread as their HU is same as ours. Plenty of good info n leads on accessories.

What happened to your Alza...? You finally ditched the problematic car for this...?

The alza still drive n perform well. Nothing problematic like u describe. Wife still driving it and heck we drove that alza everywhere up and down the peninsula... The alza is a keeper.

Wohooo....just spotted this thread. HR-V owner too (Ruse Black Metallic) V specs. Waiting the arrival of my baby.

does HR-V comes with GPS?

It is not. But u can just buy better gps garmin outside with just rm400.
Better then any build in gps.

Pardon me for asking this, why waste money when we can use Waze? At least Waze have live report on traffic conditiion.

+1 but waze required data plan.
Maybe i used to garmin. Thats why i am more convince using garmin.

i booked mine. V spec as well. shud be able to get it by next month. i test drive b4. bside the torque respond time got minor delay, i think mayb bcuz of CVT gear. The rest of my experience with it is awesome.

anyway, so what are the following car caring method u will do on below and what is ur recommandation?
1. tinting (i'm thinking to apply lumar T4-50, my other car using huper optic and plan to try another brand)
2. coating ( same i tried sierra glow b4 for classic coating, the result is not bad, just any recomandation?)
3. air filter ( new model, i dun think K&N will come our for it anytime soon.)
4. sport rim (anyone plan to change the rim? even for HRV Vspec, honda is so stingy that not giving 2tones sport rim like honda city)
5. racing bar (MPV need this?)

what else? Please share

This post has been edited by aarondotcom: Feb 24 2015, 01:50 PM

Hi all.
Booked mine. Spec V.
Nice car. Love it.

Hi all

On the HDMI iPhone connection....

You need install Radioapp on ur iPhone. Create acct n log in.

Connect the HDMI n Bluetooth. If the double right arrow on home screen work for u then its great. If not go to audio n select HDMI as source. Activate radioapp n then activate waze now(ensure waze setting allow external control) it will mirror on ur HU even if handbrake is down n driving. I can even control my waze from HU.

Except sound still come from my phone as I did not activate Bluetooth sound output.

Did not try video on the move for obvious reason.

Will this work on Andriod? Appreciate your input, definitely helpful for members with iPhone, maybe I should change mine to iPhone too...

Where you find the allow external control in waze?????

Go to Waze Setting menu... scroll down and you will find that external control function....

Managed to clock 12.0km/L for city driving, alot of stops and traffic crawl

But on highway can clock 13.5km/L Quite fuel efficient thou. Currently at 550+km, almost reaching 1k soon and everything will be settled in soon

Bro, you know the top speed for this car? For your servicing which type of engine oil you using?

Didn't have the opportunity to push past 130 thou, although the speedometer stated 220 but doubt it really can go there

Usually full-synthetic oil. First service in another 400+km or another 20 days from today

Somehow I felt the cvt that given by HM is a bit of Crap...

They really should give us the Manual mode and paddle system. This way we can maximize even more fuel efficiency.

The HRV cvt has a tendency to drop a ratio as u let go the throttle so it will coast to a stop fairly quickly. The cvt is not like those typical gearbox where they programmed to go for highest gear soonest possible for better FC.

I drive manual mode almost 100% of time on my previous ride. With manual u can chose gear for ur speed.

In return the HRV cvt is responsive and always ready to go.

As for FC, I only manage to have 12.5km/l on my first fill up. Hope it will improve as mileage rolling in

This post has been edited by gamenoob: Feb 26 2015, 05:55 PM

Do you know the recommend engine oil for this engine? 5W-40?

I've bought my targeted car number from JPJ online today, just nice new alphabet came in this morning. WB xx8 F @ RM210.00, still available are 8808, 8880 etc. Those who are getting new number pls move fast or else wait for next new Alphabet.

This post has been edited by Xccess: Feb 26 2015, 10:47 PM

Quite long to be waiting list oh, how about E spec??

Looking forward to have a test drive

S & E specs can get their car earlier as told by my SA, it's better you call AD individually for inquiry.

Alright, thanks for your sharing ya

Will think about E or V spec

No idea on the recommended engine oil yet, need to ask the service consultant when I send in for it's first service

Yes Econ mode on. Technically with Econ mode on, it should be more gentle... but it is not. I don't seems to detect lesser AC chill, throttle response with Econ mode on. Everything is as it is....with or without. I will continue to drive with Econ mode for few more Ks of mileage and then see how the FC work like without Econ...

That's weird because Vezel's owner can feel significant decrease in car performance once engaging Econ Mode. Maybe here they put it only for show as a special feature for marketing gimmick..lol.

Better wait for more owners to verify this feature.

Vezel is hybrid setup. So Econ may have a larger variable than standard NA setup as HRV.

I got mine V spec and already clocked 1200km so far.
inside the car lack of space and compartment to place gadgets,
there isn't any space can fit a normal tissue box.
car felt like floating when you have passenger sitting at the rear seats.
in hot day, rear passenger will feel warm, there's no rear aircond blower.

fuel consumption currently 13.5km/litre.

What sort of gadget u all using while driving? I only have phone which I can put into the slot next to my thigh.

The rear blower in city is also look only. Hardly have any strong breeze unless accord or crv. Just blast full fan speed to cool down the cockpit and the lower the speed as they get comfy la. In a hot day in malaysia without good tint sure roasted... The llumar crystal is really working well for me.

My previous car on llumar T4-50. I can really feel the diff between this and the HRV on crystal. Then again maybe its already older...

13.5km/l is damn good la... City drive?

This post has been edited by gamenoob: Feb 28 2015, 01:17 PM

I testdrove a HRV V Spec under hot sun. By controlling the air vent (closing one) on the passenger side, the back passenger can feel the air. But I must say the the rear vent (like City) is really nice especially in the weather like Malaysia.

Tried the Econ mode, can really feel significant power dropped. For 13.5km/litre, is the Econ mode on? Can someone report the fc with Econ mode on (say for 100-200km)?

On a separate note, if someone found a way to overwrite the "non-function HDMI with Parking release" issue for Android, please share. Thanks!

If you go through Vezel singapore forum, you'll noticed there's non-hybrid too. The thread alone reached 300+ pages, it's so popular till moderator decided to pinned it. Econ mode does have an impact on non-hybrid car performance on Vezel, owners said sluggish performance is instant once engaged.

This post has been edited by Xccess: Feb 28 2015, 02:01 PM

llumar tint compliance with JPJ spec?

V SPec owner.
13+km/l city normal but smooth drive on econ mode.
8+km/l in city crawl with traffic light on econ mode.

Also find too few hidden compartment that is within driver reach.

when using econ mode drives below 60kmh during in jam as usual. This econ only helps to reduce aircon speed and less combustion. although I dont see any significant difference is like 10% efficiency? i was like wth

honda accord or hrv better?

diff category bang both are good in their own ways but the 2.0 accord has no pickup

Crv better.

i need to make a good decision now. no more buy and sell later

accord makes u look like a tauke. HRV for those with active lifestyle.

dayum, all taking the V variant, guess im only the one with S variant

Hi. U guys already installed tinted? Does tint guy open all ur door panel to apply tinted. ? And since hrv is a new Car. I believe most tint guy not familiar with hrv.so how they manage to open hrv door panel? Try n error maybe?

This post has been edited by hanissyazwan: Mar 2 2015, 11:04 PM

dont let them open doors panel. once open the clips are not intact anymore.. then this is one of the reason rattling noise kick in

This post has been edited by aromachong: Mar 2 2015, 11:05 PM

I think u really need to go to showroom. Interior and exterior. Crv and accord beat hrv really hard. Except for coupe design.
As for the engine performance. I think no comment since different cc

This post has been edited by hanissyazwan: Mar 2 2015, 11:07 PM

I did. I choose accord

Really can install without open door panel?

yes

Really can install without open door panel?

sorry double post. My Internet data connection is not good

This post has been edited by hanissyazwan: Mar 2 2015, 11:12 PM

For those who are already driving the HRV, is your front doors rubber seal only half length reaching only mid point around the door handle vs back doors rubber seal that wraps around the door?

Jay

Yes it half length. If you look at the adjoining rear door panel next to the front door, there is another rubber seal which usually don't exist on many car including segment C. The HRV definitely more quiet compare to many..

HRV Owner

Btw, I'm waiting for Groovy Shade for HRV and hope they make it soon. It will give more privacy and lowering the VLT still when driving.

Plan mod:
Honda foot well light and door step protector and trunk tray

This post has been edited by gamenoob: Mar 4 2015, 10:02 AM

Hey fellow HRV owner..,
Seem you guys need a little tips from New City owner..

Try to turn OFF ECON mode when u going high speed on highway.. Then u will see better FC.. same goes for new City..
The ECON mode will make your car respond slower hence u keep on pressing the accelerator which is NO GOOD..

Only during traffic jam, or urban area you turn ON ECON.. Bare in mind your car will not able to keep up the stop and go motion, hence frequently got cut queue from other driver., but you get better FC on traffic jam.

As for HU, iPhone owner able to mirror their phone to HU using AppRadio & control Waze using external control, which is a plus..

However, for Android user, need to have parking brake bypass, which is able on accessories shop, or buy from someguy in LYN.. nick: maxwell if not mistaken..

Once you install this parking brake bypass, Android & iPhone user able to mirror their phone for MOVIE / GPS / MUSIC / GAME*(not recommended).

That's it.. cheers

This post has been edited by shinichi88: Mar 4 2015, 01:56 PM

Thanks for sharing bro... & Congrats on your new ride...

For the mirror HU using iphone, is it only Waze which has external control? Can i use the iphone like normal through the HU screen?

Also, for the parking brake bypass, is this applicable to iphone as well since you mentioned android user need the bypass.

Also, can i mirror movies from my ipad to the HU? I would need the lightning to HDMI cable right? Any idea where I can get this cable and how much?

This post has been edited by richardfirst: Mar 4 2015, 02:08 PM

Any proud current / soon-to-be owner of HRV care to share about the deals of your HRV purchase or any SA to recommend?

Location / Spec & colour / Discounts / freebies / expected delivery date?

Basically iOS have 2 method to connect to HU.
1 -> Use appradio, connect HDMI & bluetooth, press the right arrow.. This way can control Waze externally*
2 -> Use parking brake bypass, connect HDMI only, Audio Source change to HDMI.. All control have to be done on iOS device

Only iOS (iPhone/iPad/iPod) user can use Waze externally... Others iOS function (messaging/air drop/bla bla bla) cannot use through HU screen..
Android user totally cannot control externally through HU screen...

Parking brake bypass is for all HDMI-able device.. All Control need to be done on device NOT HU screen.
is a half-baked HU, which is pretty give & take.. If you need more feature, kindly use third party HU such as Kenwood’s DDX9902S or Pioneer NEX

iOS device need HDMI lightning cable, able on any apple authorize store. Not such how much.. You need to go survey.. or Buy online..

This post has been edited by shinichi88: Mar 4 2015, 02:15 PM

Thanks for info. would the bypass of parking brake void the warranty?

No wire cutting require.. Plug & Play.. No harm to car.

Honda Malaysia has been very tricky, many agent will tell you that you will void warranty this and that if you do this and that.
E.G: third party tint, will void window warranty. But if you ask the agent tint for you, they will bring to HM panel to tint which for me also consider outsource.. Every Honda Center has different panel brand.. EcoTint, VKool, Solar Guard,.. So what's the logic? I don't know.. LOL..

This post has been edited by shinichi88: Mar 4 2015, 03:34 PM

i was wondering if they can do this as well, if they can install tint without opening the door panel, then i will tint. if not how? any advice guys?

Not sure if they open panel with HRV but most of the tint will try to avoid the panel opening la. They can slot the film in n squeegee in la

Thanks Shinichi88 for those information. With regards to tinting without opening panel, we certainly need to look into it. If opening panel may result to rattling sound then definitely not a good idea.

I ask lot of honda panel tint shop at johor regarding this. They told that thwy will open door panel.
If got tint shop at kl who can install w/o open door panel. I might consider go kl to install on weekend

This post has been edited by hanissyazwan: Mar 4 2015, 09:37 PM

i went for the tint provided by the honda dealer cause they will warranty that the installation would be good as they would need to remove the door panel and they will ensure the door panel will be back as good.

Jay
So far mine ok after llumar tint. If it will fail probably few months down... Finger cross

i guess those who tint outside just need to check for rattling. there should not be rattling and cabin should be quiet.

still deciding on S or V ... waiting time is

Each day delay will only cause the que getting longer.... until few months down where the production catch up.

V is the better option really

u sit inside both varian.
u will choose v.
follow your heart

i watch tv3 yesterday. those who buy after gst. 1 april eligible for 1-3% discount. mean rm3k u save.

This post has been edited by hanissyazwan: Mar 5 2015, 01:49 PM

depends on car. is it confirmed the 3% is for HRV? If its 1% only 1k loo.

It is 1-3% for all car bcos currently we pay 10% tax. Then after gst we will just only pay 6%.

Wow... 4 months waiting list!?

2015 Honda HR-V – record-breaking 7,000 bookings since launch, waiting period grows to four months

In Cars, Honda, Local News / By Hafriz Shah / 5 March 2015 2:11 pm / Paul Tan



The 2015 Honda HR-V is breaking records in Malaysia already. Bookings for the new B-segment crossover have surpassed 7,000 units within the first month of its availability alone – claimed to be an all-time high for an SUV in Malaysia.

Of the bookings so far, 65% of it are for the range-topping RM118,800 Grade V, while the RM108,800 E and RM99,800 S models account for 20% and 15% respectively. That’s expected for a new model, and besides, most of the fancy toys are reserved for the V anyway.

As the booking numbers have surpassed Honda Malaysia’s own expectations, the waiting period for the HR-V has grown to four months. The company has announced that it will revise its production schedule to reduce the wait, but without rushing the process or affecting quality.

February 2015 turned out to be Honda Malaysia’s best month yet, with a total of 11,047 bookings recorded and more than 6,000 units sold. It sold 6,522 units in January, maintaining its lead in the non-national passenger vehicle segment. Honda Malaysia is confident of achieving its 85,000 sales target this year.



This post has been edited by richardfirst: Mar 5 2015, 03:07 PM

what if you book and waiting 4 months .. then April new price comes but still no car ..

will i get the new price?

of course la. if not dont take it and wait some more loo

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2451980

radioapp for android. can anyone here test it? if it works, no need parking brake bypass dy

got my car today, so happy....noticed the rear emergency light.....one side is sufficient as its red and its really bright....if 2 goes up its gonna be confusing as they will think its part of ur lights being on...

Congrats to your new ride. Can share photos of your black beauty?

I saw aftermarket accessories for hrv at mudah. My
Such as blue foot color. Led day lamp. Plan to install later.

what audio speakers are those on the HRV?
what brand i mean.. kenwood? bose? pioneer? ...

no cut wire eh? warranty void ooo

Hi all.
I decided want to tinted my honda hrv follow jpj new regulations. Which is 30% rear and both passanger rear. 50% both side and 70% windscreen. 

As my understanding . There is no raytech tinted who offer 30%. So i will make double layer. 
. 
So i want to use;
Ultra 70 = windscreen 
Ex gray = driver both side 
Ex gray + steel black =rear and both passenger rear. 

Or do u all got any combination or suggestion?

HR-V accessories. These are the items found tentatively.

http://www.mudah.my/Honda+hrv+oem+led+dayl...rl-33692678.htm

http://www.mudah.my/Honda+hrv+oem+foot+lig...ay-33703936.htm

http://www.mudah.my/Honda+hrv+2015+door+vi...em-33645241.htm

http://www.maxaudio.com.my/lighting-bulb/6...lamp-cover.html

Had posted pricing of HR-V accessories from Thailand. So much cheaper.

https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/3401955/+1180

Bro, a member(akafoz) had collected his ride and posted all photos on HR-V main forum. Perhaps you can also ask him about the rubber seal on front door.

This post has been edited by Xccess: Mar 7 2015, 08:12 PM

Please show us your car picture so we can compare

This post has been edited by hanissyazwan: Mar 7 2015, 08:54 PM

i did post the picture in the other thread. Not car club but the other HRV thread . anyway i had gotten my answer. it is indeed half cut for front doors. there is an additional seal between front and back doors which serve the purpose of both noise and water seal. hence the front door do not really need a wrap around seal.

by the way that other thread is more active that this one. seems like not many car owners yet and those that are excited are those waiting for the car

HR-V thread started from there, with more information and pages to read, potential owners will be drawn towards that direction. The starter did PM me, said once new thread started in car club, just let him know and he will close main thread. Told him to leave it as it will benefit all potential owners.

Hi bro. Wanna ask about the car plate number. If we success bought the number then we just give the number to our sa or any step need to do after bought the number ?

Print out receipt, just hand it to your SA. From mySIKAP, can see "F" is coming to an end,"G" will be next. What nice number you bought? I bought 968 & 1668, if "L" can come on time, will buy one last number then forgo those existing 2.

Hi,
If u bought the 3rd number, what happen to your first 2 number ?? Also is other state can purchase Wilayah number ??
Thanks.

The other 2 I just let it expire. Other states not sure, you better check with JPJ.

wilayah also can purchase other state numbers, vice versa