How much is the Honda HR-V in South Africa?

Current recommended retail prices for the Honda HR-V run from R489,900 to R529,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

Which Honda HR-V variants are available in South Africa?

The current south african range comprises 1.5 Comfort CVT, 1.5 Elegance CVT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

What is the ground clearance of the Honda HR-V?

The listed ground clearance for the Honda HR-V is 196 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

What engine is in the Honda HR-V?

The listed engine capacity for the Honda HR-V is 1498 cc, with output shown as 119 kW (160 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

What fuel consumption can I expect from the Honda HR-V?

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Honda HR-V is around 16.1 km/l.

Who should consider the Honda HR-V?

The Honda HR-V is a current South African SUV positioned for families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort. The best buyer for HR-V can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout.

Is the Honda HR-V suitable for city driving?

In South African use, the HR-V has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. The urban test for HR-V should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn...

How does the Honda HR-V suit highway travel?

For highway buyers, the HR-V needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. A CVT Automatic transmission helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort.

Honda HR-V front exterior, three-quarter view showing the grille, headlights and body design in South Africa

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Honda HR-V

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Built on Honda’s global compact SUV platform with improved safety and comfort Current version Original current-generation version Body style SUV

HR-V is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

ZAR 529,900

On-road in

ZAR 542,919

What makes up this price?

Vehicle price (ex-showroom): ZAR 529,900
Registration allowance: ZAR 3,600
Licensing allowance: ZAR 1,350
Inspection / roadworthy allowance: ZAR 900
Dealer handling / delivery: ZAR 2,400
Insurance: ZAR 4,769
Other fees: ZAR 0

Ex-showroom ZAR 529,900

Finance estimate from ZAR 8,577/month Based on 1.5 Comfort CVT Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon

Engine:1498cc (1.5L) Torque:145Nm (107 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:196mm (7.7″) Power:119kW (160 bhp) Boot437L (15.4 cu ft)

Hover or tap any pill for a plain-English explanation. Bracketed values show common equivalents (bhp, lb-ft, inches, cu ft).

Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent

Combined 16.1 km/l (38 mpg)

City 13 km/l (31 mpg)

Highway 17 km/l (40 mpg)

User Reported 11–13 city / 14–17 hwy km/l Medium confidence · 20 reviews

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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