2026 Honda HR-V Sport

If you’re looking for a comfortable subcompact SUV with a fantastic list of included features, the HR-V is worth a closer look. No matter which trim you choose, you’ll get a well-rounded assortment of benefits inside and out. Here at Ralph Honda, we’re here to help you figure out which variant is a perfect fit for your individual needs, and that decision is made easier by the fact that there are no bad options.

To help you dig into the specifics, today we’re going to focus on the 2026 Honda HR-V Sport. The Sport trim sits in the middle of the 2026 HR-V lineup, offering a great balance between reliability and must-have features. If you want to treat yourself to extra creature comforts and tech features, the HR-V Sport might be just what you’re looking for.

MSRP: $26,500 ^[a]
Horsepower: 158
Torque: 138 lb-ft
Cargo Space: 55.1 cu.ft.

As with all HR-V models, the Sport has a spacious interior that feels almost impossible given its conveniently small footprint. Passengers in the front and back alike will be able to sit back and enjoy the ride, with plenty of room for cargo, offering up to 55.1 cu.ft.

On top of that, you and your passengers will be treated to several comfort and convenience features that aren’t included on the base LX trim. These are the kinds of features that can improve your experience every day, making driving more enjoyable so you can make the most of your time on the road.

On chilly mornings and snowy days, you can get warm quickly with heated front seats, which work alongside the automatic climate control system to keep you comfortable all year long. The power side mirrors are also heated, so you can stay inside the cozy cabin instead of getting out to scrape off frost during the dead of winter. If you want to get the heat or AC running before you even get in the vehicle, you can make that happen with remote engine start. By the time you hop inside, the interior will be the perfect temperature.

Smaller touches throughout the interior add up to make the Sport trim feel more premium than the LX. The power windows include auto up/down functionality for both the driver and front passenger, making it that much easier to ask for directions or talk to a gate attendant, whether they’re on your left or your right. The driver and front passenger vanity mirrors are illuminated so that you can use them at any time of the day. The steering wheel and shift knob are wrapped in leather, giving them a more luxurious look and feel. 

For the 2026 model year, a variety of tech features of the HR-V have been made standard across the lineup, meaning they’re now found on the Sport. You can enjoy a large nine-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity, and a wireless phone charging pad without spending thousands of extra dollars to upgrade to the EX-L. This is just a few examples of how Honda is working every year to make its lineup better as new technologies become more widely adopted.

While all of these features come standard on the base LX as well, there are still a variety of tech upgrades that are reserved for the Sport trim and above. For example, you can enjoy a higher level of convenience every time you get in and out of your HR-V with Smart Entry and Walk Away Auto Lock.

Keep your key fob in your pocket or bag and simply open the door to get inside your SUV and walk away from it to lock up behind you. No more digging around for your key on a busy morning or worse yet, dropping it on a wet or snowy day. Your life will be made simpler every time you get behind the wheel.

You can also enjoy your music more with an upgraded audio system. Instead of the four speakers included on the LX trim, you’ll get six distributed throughout the cabin. This adds to the surround-sound effect and ensures that every passenger will be able to enjoy the experience. That’s on top of standard features like Bluetooth, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless Android Auto.

The HR-V is very secure, no matter which trim you choose. Honda’s reliability means you can expect exceptional performance for many years. On top of that, there’s a long list of safety features and driver assistance tools that come standard across all trims, courtesy of the Honda Sensing suite, like automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, traffic sign recognition, and driver attention warning, just to name a few.

But there are some more advanced features reserved for higher trims, like the Sport, that give you extra tools to help you stay aware of your surroundings and avoid danger, from parking lots to rush-hour traffic. The blind spot information system comes in handy on the highway, letting you know if there’s a vehicle in your blind spot so you can avoid changing lanes when it’s not safe to do so. 

Any time your blind spot is occupied, an indicator will light up on your side view mirror, so you can look and know at a glance what’s going on. If you use your turn signal to show that you’re about to change lanes at an unsafe time, the light will flash and the system will use both audio and visual cues to help you avoid a collision. The Sport trim also features integrated turn indicators in the side-view mirrors, making it easy to see at a glance whether your turn signal is active.

These same sensors that keep track of what’s to the rear and side of your vehicle can also help you out when you’re backing out of a parking spot. The rear cross traffic monitor keeps track of whether vehicles are coming and going behind you.

Since some drivers can be reckless and go too fast in parking lots or ignore clear signs that someone is backing out of a spot, it can’t hurt to have an extra pair of eyes ready to give you a warning if something is amiss. In conjunction with the HR-V’s standard rearview camera, which lets you choose from three different angles to get the best view possible in any situation, you’ll have everything you need to drive with confidence, even in reverse. 

On top of its more practical upgrades, the HR-V Sport also has some unique style that gives it a little extra cool factor. Inside and out, these touches give this trim its own personality and make a great impression on passengers and bystanders alike, making it easy to take pride in your ride.

The exterior has some black accents that look great with any paint color, including the two sharp new options for the 2026 model year, Boost Blue Pearl and Solar Reflection Metallic. While the side mirrors and rear roofline spoiler simply blend into the body color on both the LX and EX-L trims, they pop on the Sport with a glossy black finish that ties the whole look together in an elegant way.

The Sport trim has other exclusive exterior touches that make both the front and back ends stand out from the rest of the lineup. The sport grille up front features a bold geometric pattern sculpted in black that looks ready for action. In the rear, a chrome exhaust finisher adds to the overall athletic aesthetic. On top of that, exclusive Sport badging lets everyone on the road know that you mean business.

Step inside and you’ll find a cabin designed to match the bold personality projected outside. The all-black interior is contrasted by bright orange stitching, coming together to form a look that’s sporty without being overly flashy. A metallic honeycomb instrument panel insert matches the overall vibe of the styling, giving the Sport one last exclusive touch that you can enjoy every time you drive.

If you love the standard features of the HR-V and want a little extra comfort, convenience, and confidence on top of a heaping helping of sporty flair, the Sport trim might be just right for you. Whether you’re already convinced that this is the right SUV for you or have more questions before you’re ready to decide, our friendly team is here to help.

Visit us today and enjoy a smooth and rewarding shopping experience where you set the pace and we’re just here to help however we can. We can’t wait to get you out on the road behind the wheel of a vehicle you truly love.