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Europe’s 2022 Honda HR-V Ready To Go to War With the Volkwagen Taigo

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Did you think the first-ever Volkswagen Taigo is the only subcompact crossover coupe offered in Europe? Well, then, you forgot about the 2022 Honda HR-V then, which has gone down the ‘more stylish’ route.
Officially launched in the United Kingdom today (August 2), almost half a year after it was unveiled for Europe, and with deliveries set to kick off toward the end of 2021, the new Honda HR-V is offered in the e:HEV specification only.

The hybrid powertrain consists of the 1.5-liter Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine, two electric motors, and a small lithium-ion battery pack. The total output is rated at 129 HP (131 PS / 96 kW) and the peak torque stands at 187 lb-ft (253 Nm).

This configuration allows it to return 52 mpg UK (43.3 mpg US / 5.4 l/100 km) on the WLTP combined cycle, and emit 122 g/km of CO2.

Sporting a sleeker silhouette than its predecessor, the 2022 Honda HR-V kicks off from £26,960 ($37,470) in the Elegance trim level, which has LED headlamps, 18-inch alloy wheels, heated front seats, and smartphone connectivity.

The Advance follows it, from £29,210 ($40,595), adding a power tailgate, synthetic leather and fabric upholstery, and heated steering wheel.

For the Advance Style trim level, customers are looking at a minimum of £31,660 ($44,000). This specification adds unique details such as the two-tone exterior paint finish and orange accents inside, as well as premium audio system.

Those who would rather lease than buy will be able to get it from £269 ($375) per month, from Honda Finance Europe Plc.

Depending on the chosen model, customers will also get a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a few other gizmos. Moreover, like Honda’s entire modern lineup, the 2022 HR-V is equipped with the Honda Sensing suite of safety gear, which assists drivers on their daily journeys.
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About the author: Cristian Gnaticov
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After a series of unfortunate events put an end to Cristian's dream of entering a custom built & tuned old-school Dacia into a rally competition, he moved on to drive press cars and write for a living. He's worked for several automotive online journals and now he's back at autoevolution after his first tour in the mid-2000s.
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