8 Reasons West Knoxville Drivers Will Love the 2025 HR-V

Are you ready to upgrade your time in the driver’s seat and bring your Honda dreams to life at a friendly Honda dealer in Knoxville? We’re thrilled to introduce you to the best-selling HR-V, a subcompact road warrior that is sure to satisfy. How does Honda’s smallest SUV accomplish such a feat? Here are eight reasons the HR-V earns its place in the spotlight as a fan favorite among local drivers.

#1. Value-Packed, Budget-Friendly

As the gateway into Honda’s SUV lineup, the HR-V is the most affordable and sets the benchmark for value across the Honda fleet. For 2025, the HR-V has a three-trim lineup that starts with the LX and progresses to the Sport and EX-L. Despite being a base trim, the HR-V LX is packed with features, from Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration on a seven-inch color touchscreen display to LED headlights and the Honda Sensing suite of driver assistance technologies.

The HR-V Sport takes its place as the athlete of the family, building on the LX’s standard features and adding 18-inch gloss-black alloy wheels that make it instantly recognizable. Honda also adds heated front seats, a remote starter, and a six-speaker sound system. From there, the top-tier EX-L is the most luxurious and treats West Knoxville drivers to premium leather seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a larger, nine-inch color touchscreen display.

#2. Agile Subcompact Footprint

Did you know that the I-275 and I-40 interchange was known as Malfunction Junction at the height of the World’s Fair? An influx of tourism in the area made the interchange a hotbed of activity and accidents. While this area has been rebuilt and has ditched its notorious nickname, Knoxville’s ever-growing population makes it one of the largest cities in the state and guarantees an overabundance of traffic wherever you travel. What does this have to do with the HR-V?

As a subcompact SUV, the HR-V has a smaller footprint that makes it agile and easier to maneuver through traffic and congested streets. The 2025 HR-V sits on a 104.5-inch wheelbase and measures 179.8 inches long, 63.4 inches tall, and 72.4 inches wide. Its short stature ensures it’s easy to park and maneuver, whether running errands west of town or in the heart of the city. Top-tier trims like the EX-L add to this maneuverability, courtesy of parking sensors and advanced technologies like the multi-angle rearview camera and Low-Speed Braking Control.

#3. Engaging and Efficient

West Knoxville drivers looking for a responsive and efficient SUV will be pleasantly surprised with the HR-V. The 2025 HR-V is powered by a 2.0L inline-four engine that produces 158 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque. Honda pairs this engine with a continuously variable transmission that expertly balances power delivery and efficiency. The front-wheel-drive HR-V averages an EPA-estimated 26 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway, with the all-wheel-drive model averaging an EPA-estimated 25 MPG and 30 MPG, respectively.^[a]

#4. All-Season Confidence

The HR-V’s budget-friendly price tag leads many to assume that Honda’s subcompact SUV is sparsely equipped and underpowered. However, our customers realize the truth when they discover the HR-V offers Honda’s proven Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control. As an all-wheel-drive SUV, the HR-V continuously optimizes traction in slippery conditions. Using a system of sensors, Real Time AWD system constantly monitors road conditions and sends torque to the rear wheels as needed; thus, HR-V drivers have all-season confidence, whether navigating rain-covered streets or winding curves in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

#5. Commuter Friendly

Does your weekday commute require traveling busy routes like US-129, I-40, or I-275? There’s no shortage of congested highways throughout the area, from West Knoxville to downtown. Yet, when you’re behind the wheel of the HR-V, navigating these areas is more relaxing than you ever imagined. How so?

The HR-V is one of the few SUVs to roll off the production floor with an adaptive cruise control feature standard across its trim lineup. Honda’s Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow is part of the Honda Sensing suite and is a must-have for commuters. The tool works with other technologies, like Traffic Sign Recognition and Lane Keeping Assist System, to monitor the HR-V’s lane positioning, the speed limit, and the flow of traffic. Since it works at low speeds, the feature will automatically adjust the HR-V’s cruising speed to account for stop-and-go traffic, re-engaging the accelerator when traffic resumes speed. This makes the area’s average commute far more enjoyable during any time of the day.

#6. Super Spacious

The HR-V is one of the most spacious in its class, showcasing Honda’s keen attention to detail and ingenuity in designing a cabin that blends functionality with comfort. The 2025 HR-V offers a total passenger volume of 98.7 cu.ft. across its two-row layout. The cargo volume behind the second row measures 24.4 cu.ft., with the 60/40 split design yielding 55.1 cu.ft. of space.

The HR-V’s cargo-friendly design doesn’t impede your comfort or your passengers. Instead, the HR-V offers plenty of headroom and legroom across both rows. You and your co-pilot will enjoy 39.4 inches of headroom and 41.9 inches of legroom. Passengers behind you have 38 inches of headroom and 37.7 inches of legroom, making it easy to relax and enjoy the ride.

#7. Prioritizes Safety

Honda has an exceptional reputation for safety, and the HR-V is no exception. The HR-V has consistently earned top safety ratings, which reflect its high-strength build, from its body structure to integrated safety tech in the Honda Sensing suite.

Honda Sensing is standard across the HR-V’s lineup, giving West Knoxville drivers confidence wherever the road leads. This suite equips the subcompact SUV with a Collision Mitigation Braking System, Road Departure Mitigation System, Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Keeping Assist System, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High-Beam Headlights, Traffic Jam Assist, and Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow. New for 2025, the Sport and EX-L add a Blind Spot Information System, which complements the standard Cross-Traffic Monitor; the top-tier EX-L also adds eight parking sensors and Low-Speed Braking Control.

#8. Keep Connected

Does your current vehicle keep you connected, engaged, informed, and entertained? The HR-V is widely appealing to West Knoxville drivers, from its subcompact footprint and engaging powertrain to its safety features and budget-friendly price tag. Yet, the HR-V’s wouldn’t be the complete package or the most well-rounded SUV in its class without its tech-centric cabin.

The 2025 HR-V features the latest in connectivity and entertainment, starting with a seven- or nine-inch color touchscreen display. As the top-tier trim, the HR-V EX-L features the largest display and a premium 180-watt audio system with eight speakers. Every trim offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but smartphone integration is wireless in the EX-L. In addition to integrating with your iPhone or Android, the HR-V trim lineup also features many standard and available upgrades. For example, Bluetooth HandsFreeLink and Bluetooth Streaming Audio are standard on every trim, with the EX-L adding SiriusXM, HD Radio, and a wireless phone charger that keeps the cabin free of clutter without compromising the battery on your devices.

^[a] 26 city/32 highway/28 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 25 city/30 highway/27 combined mpg rating for AWD trims. Based on 2025 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.