2021 Honda HR-V Sport Classic Ford - Galveston, TX

Drew Dorian with Car and Driver wroteâ Little SUVs are all the rage, and while we figure most buyers are choosing them for their stylish exteriors or active-lifestyle image, some offeringsâlike the 2021 Honda HR-Vâoffer a surprising amount of practicality, too. Given that Honda will discontinue the Fit hatchback after the 2020 model year, the HR-V will soon serve as the smallest vehicle in the brands North American lineup. Luckily, much of what we love about the Fit continues to live on in the HR-V, including the novel Magic Seat second row, which folds down to transform the utes cabin into a cargo-hauling champ. The rest of the HR-Vs interior is well built and is filled with plenty of creature comforts that will satisfy most small-SUV buyers. Its classy well-made interior may not set hearts racing, but outward visibility is good and passenger space is acceptable. Spacious front seats will provide enough head- and legroom for all but the tallest passengers. The rear seat has tons of legroom, too, but headroom isnt as generous, thanks to the Hondas sloping roofline. The HR-Vs party trick is its second-row Magic Seat. When released, the rear seatbacks fold flat. Combined with the low load floor, it makes packing the cargo hold a cinch. The bottom cushion of the rear seat can also be flipped up, providing an even deeper well between the front and rear seatbacks for taller items. With the rear seats stowed, we managed to fit 22 of our carry-on suitcases insideâmore than some larger crossovers can manage. Ben Koses with US News and World Report saidâYes, the Honda HR-V is a good subcompact SUV. With a ton of cargo room and great fuel economy estimates, it is one of the most practical vehicles in the class. On top of that, its playful handling makes it somewhat fun to drive.