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Honda · Compact SUV · 2015–2022

Honda HR-V RU

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
4.3 / 5.0 · Based on 3 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

131–193 PS

1.5L VTEC Turbo Benzin

Turbo in an SUV Body

Decent
Most Reliable Engine

107 PS

1.5L i-MMD e:HEV Benzin

2 weaknesses

Good Choice

Generations

Engine Overview

The Honda HR-V RU is available with 2 engine variants — from 107 to 193 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.

1.6L i-DTEC · Diesel· 120 PS
2015 2020
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
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1.5L VTEC Turbo · Benziner· 131–182 PS Engine Change
2015 2022
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
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2019 2022
Be Careful 4 weaknesses

The Honda 1.6L i-DTEC (Diesel, 120 PS) has the N16A (1.6L i-DTEC) — rated: "Good Choice", 3 known weaknesses.

The Honda 1.5L VTEC Turbo (Benziner, 131–182 PS) comes with 2 different engines: L15B (2015–2022, Be Careful) und L15B (2019–2022, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.5L VTEC Turbo!

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Recall: Short circuit on manual gearbox models

All HR-V models with manual transmission from production periods September 2014 to April 2018 were recalled due to risk of short circuit.

Ad HR-V RU short circuit recall
 Low
iStop-start system not working

The stop-start system fails frequently, triggered by a weak battery.

Symptoms: Engine does not restart automatically at traffic lights, stop-start LED goes out permanently — battery gauge shows reduced charge.
from 40,000 km
Ad HR-V RU stop-start battery
 Low
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below Average
878 complaints · 2015–2022
Electrical
235 ⚠ 6
Powertrain
151 ⚠ 6
Other
146 ⚠ 5
Brakes
92 ⚠ 28
Engine
86 ⚠ 2

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Electrical (235 complaints)
⚠ Powertrain (151 complaints)
⚠ Other (146 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 14 weaknesses have been documented for the Honda HR-V RU (2015–2022) — 9 engine-related and 5 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Gearbox, Brakes, Electronics. Considered reliable: N16A (1.6L i-DTEC), LEC3 (1.5L i-MMD e:HEV).

HR-V (L15B, 2015–2022) — Be Careful: Fuel dilution of engine oil, Intake valve carbon deposits from direct injection, Timing chain wear from neglected oil changes. Power: 131 PS.

HR-V (L15B, 2019–2022) — Be Careful: Fuel dilution of engine oil, Intake valve carbon deposits from direct injection, Timing chain wear from neglected oil changes. Power: 182 PS.

What to watch out for with the Honda HR-V? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Honda HR-V RU have? +
The Honda HR-V RU has 9 known engine weaknesses and 5 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Honda HR-V RU? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: N16A (1.6L i-DTEC), LEC3 (1.5L i-MMD e:HEV). The most reliable engine is the LEC3 (1.5L i-MMD e:HEV) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the L15B (1.5L VTEC Turbo).
Which Honda HR-V RU engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Honda HR-V RU. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 2 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Honda HR-V RU engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Honda HR-V RU — rated: "Decent". {description} In the heavier CR-V and HR-V the 1.5 Turbo loses its sporting character. Capable on the motorway and economical in town, but the Civic liveliness is absent.
Is the Honda HR-V RU worth buying used? +
The Honda HR-V RU is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 3 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Honda HR-V RU? +
The Honda HR-V RU is available with engine variants from 107 to 193 hp. Petrol: L15B (1.5L VTEC Turbo), LEC3 (1.5L i-MMD e:HEV). Diesel: N16A (1.6L i-DTEC).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee