Honda HR-V

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Honda HR-V

Manufacturer	Honda
Production	1999—2005
Class	Mini SUV
Body style	3- and 5-door hatchback
Engine	Gasoline: 1590 cc I4 16 valve SOHC 77 kW VTEC SOHC 91 kW
Wheelbase	2450 mm
Length	4110 mm
Width	1695 mm
Height	1580 mm 1675 mm (with spoiler)
Curb weight	Manual w/ AC 1309 kg VTEC model w/ AC 1386 kg

The Honda HR-V is a mini SUV produced by the Japanese automaker Honda since 1999. The abbreviation HR-V stands officially for Hybrid Recreation Vehicle in Europe and High Rider Vehicle in Japan.

It was shipped to Europe with either a 1.6-litre SOHC or 1.6-litre SOHC VTEC engine. The first models were also available as a three-door front-wheel drive only or as a four-wheel drive version. The three door versions were soon dropped after the longer five door versions were introduced. By using the Honda Real Time 4x4 the 4WD is hydraulically activated when the front wheels do not have enough traction, otherwise the car is front wheel driven. A continuously variable transmission gearbox was available as an optional. Originally developed as a concept car the HR-V was quickly put into production. Floor pan is from the Honda Logo with the 4WD system coming from the Honda CR-V. Different versions were also produced for the Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Rim markets as well as for its home market of Japan. The model was revised in 2001 with some minor styling changes and a new interior. Later production consisted purely of the 5 door VTEC engined version. Strangely for a modern car it is only set up to seat 4 persons. Production ceased in 2005.