Honda HR-V, 1998–2001

Honda HR-V 1st generation specifications

The Honda HR-V 1st generation was built from 1998 to 2001. This page lists all 24 versions (crossover) with 103–123 hp and 135–144 Nm of torque.

103–123 hp
Power (77–92 kW)
135–144 Nm
Torque (100–106 lb-ft)
10.6–13.7 s
0–100 km/h (fastest to slowest version)
177 km/h
Highest top speed (110 mph)

All versions

From least to most powerful. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market and model year.

Power, torque and performance for each version of the Honda HR-V 1st generation.
VersionEnginePowerTorque0–100 km/hTop speedGearboxDrive
1.6 CVT Honda HR-V SUV 3 doors1.6 litre gasoline103 hp 77 kW135 Nm11.2 s165 km/hCVTFront wheel drive
1.6 CVT 4WD Honda HR-V SUV 3 doors1.6 litre gasoline103 hp 77 kW135 Nm12 s162 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
1.6 MT Honda HR-V SUV 3 doors1.6 litre gasoline103 hp 77 kW135 Nm11.2 s165 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 MT 4WD Honda HR-V SUV 3 doors1.6 litre gasoline103 hp 77 kW135 Nm12 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
1.6 CVT Crossover 5-doors1.6 litre gasoline104 hp 77 kW138 Nm——CVTFront wheel drive
1.6 CVT Crossover 3-doors1.6 litre gasoline104 hp 77 kW138 Nm11.4 s163 km/hCVTFront wheel drive
1.6 CVT 4WD Crossover 5-doors1.6 litre gasoline104 hp 77 kW138 Nm13.7 s152 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
1.6 CVT 4WD Crossover 3-doors1.6 litre gasoline104 hp 77 kW138 Nm13.1 s152 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
1.6 MT Crossover 5-doors1.6 litre gasoline104 hp 77 kW138 Nm11.7 s165 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 MT Crossover 3-doors1.6 litre gasoline104 hp 77 kW138 Nm11.2 s165 km/hManual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 MT 4WD Crossover 5-doors1.6 litre gasoline104 hp 77 kW138 Nm12.7 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
1.6 MT 4WD Crossover 3-doors1.6 litre gasoline104 hp 77 kW138 Nm12 s162 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
1.6 CVT Honda HR-V SUV 3 doors1.6 litre gasoline122 hp 91 kW144 Nm10.6 s177 km/hCVTFront wheel drive
1.6 MT Honda HR-V SUV 3 doors1.6 litre gasoline122 hp 91 kW144 Nm——Manual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 CVT 4WD Honda HR-V SUV 3 doors1.6 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW144 Nm10.8 s170 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
1.6 CVT Crossover 5-doors1.6 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW144 Nm——CVTFront wheel drive
1.6 CVT Crossover 3-doors1.6 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW144 Nm——CVTFront wheel drive
1.6 CVT 4WD Crossover 5-doors1.6 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW144 Nm——CVTAll wheel drive
1.6 CVT 4WD Crossover 3-doors1.6 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW144 Nm11.2 s170 km/hCVTAll wheel drive
1.6 MT 4WD Honda HR-V SUV 3 doors1.6 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW144 Nm10.8 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
1.6 MT Crossover 5-doors1.6 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW144 Nm——Manual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 MT Crossover 3-doors1.6 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW144 Nm——Manual, 5-speedFront wheel drive
1.6 MT 4WD Crossover 5-doors1.6 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW144 Nm11.2 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive
1.6 MT 4WD Crossover 3-doors1.6 litre gasoline123 hp 92 kW144 Nm10.8 s170 km/hManual, 5-speedAll wheel drive

Dimensions and weight

Typical values for the 1st generation, crossover.
Length4,010 mm158 in
Width1,695 mm67 in
Height1,575 mm62 in
Wheelbase2,360 mm93 in
Ground clearance175 mm7 in
Kerb weight1,110–1,266 kg2,447–2,791 lb
Boot space285 litres10 cu ft
Seats5
Turning circle9 m30 ft
Fuel tank55 litres15 US gal

Questions about the Honda HR-V 1st generation

What is the most powerful Honda HR-V 1st generation?

The 1.6 CVT 4WD honda hr-v suv 3 doors, with 123 hp (92 kW) and 144 Nm of torque.

How fast is the Honda HR-V 1st generation from 0 to 100 km/h?

The quickest version, the 1.6 CVT honda hr-v suv 3 doors, takes 10.6 seconds; the slowest takes 13.7 seconds. 0–60 mph is about 0.3 seconds quicker than 0–100 km/h.

What engines does the Honda HR-V 1st generation have?

A 1.6 litre engine, running on gasoline. The table above lists the power, torque and gearbox of each version.

How big is the Honda HR-V 1st generation?

About 4,010 mm long, 1,695 mm wide and 1,575 mm tall (158 in long), weighing 1,110–1,266 kg. Figures vary slightly by body style.

Every Honda HR-V generation

  1. 1st generation 1998–2001
  2. 1st generation, facelift 2001–2006
  3. 2nd generation 2013–2018
  4. 2nd generation, facelift 2018–2022
  5. 3rd generation (North America and China) 2022–present
  6. 3rd generation, facelift 2024–present

Honda HR-V overview: current engines, dimensions and markets

Sources: manufacturer data for each version. Figures are manufacturer claims and vary by market, model year and equipment.