The transition from the first-generation Honda HR-V to the current second-generation model represented a significant shift in how this subcompact SUV handles the daily commute. While the earlier versions were celebrated for the "Magic Seat" that allowed the rear cushions to flip up for tall items, the newer generation has moved toward a more refined, car-like experience. For those conducting HR-V model research, the biggest change arrived with the 2023 redesign, which moved the vehicle onto the same global platform used for the Civic.
