2020 Honda HR-V vs. 2020 Chevrolet Trax
When comparing the 2020 Honda HR-V's and the 2020 Chevrolet Trax's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Honda HR-V has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and reliability. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Honda HR-V's and the 2020 Chevrolet Trax's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Honda HR-V is a better car than the 2020 Chevrolet Trax.
2020 Honda HR-V vs. 2020 Chevrolet Trax Pricing
A used 2020 Honda HR-V ranges from $19,999 to $26,981 while a used 2020 Chevrolet Trax is priced between $15,988 to $22,989.
2020 Honda HR-V vs. 2020 Chevrolet Trax Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Honda HR-V loses 34.2 percent of its value and the 2020 Chevrolet Trax loses 44.5 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Honda HR-V retains 10.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Chevrolet Trax.
2020 Honda HR-V vs. 2020 Chevrolet Trax Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Honda HR-V is 8.0 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Trax's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Honda HR-V being ranked 5 out of 20 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Chevrolet Trax being ranked 7 out of 20. Out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Honda HR-V is ranked 28 and the Chevrolet Trax is ranked 32. The Honda HR-V is also ranked 31 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs while the Chevrolet Trax is ranked 35 out of 66.
2020 Honda HR-V vs. 2020 Chevrolet Trax Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Honda HR-V is 5.6 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Trax the reliability rating is 6.1 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Trax a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Honda HR-V.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Honda HR-V’s base engine makes 141 horsepower, and the 2020 Chevrolet Trax base engine makes 138 horsepower. The HR-V is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. The Trax is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 434 miles. This gives the 2020 Honda HR-V the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Chevrolet Trax. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the 2020 Honda HR-V has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Honda HR-V and the 2020 Chevrolet Trax have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19999 - 26981
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.342492
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15988 - 22989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.445154
Honda HR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.033333 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Trax Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.833333 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda HR-V Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 66Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 56Ranking
5 out of / 20Ranking
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6 out of / 16Ranking
8 out of / 58Ranking
8 out of / 49Ranking
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25 out of / 56Ranking
28 out of / 56Ranking
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43 out of / 66Ranking
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57 out of / 66Chevrolet Trax Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 58Ranking
2 out of / 49Ranking
2 out of / 16Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
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9 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 66Ranking
14 out of / 22Ranking
15 out of / 22Ranking
18 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 20Ranking
21 out of / 56Ranking
23 out of / 66Ranking
28 out of / 66Ranking
32 out of / 56Ranking
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35 out of / 66Ranking
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35 out of / 56Ranking
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43 out of / 56Ranking
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54 out of / 56Ranking
64 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Honda HR-V Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, LX, Sport, Touring
2020 Chevrolet Trax Trim Levels
LS, LT, Premier
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
141 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
127 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
138 hp @ 4900 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 449 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 31 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 434 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
24.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
124.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
18.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
48.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2906 lbs
Width:
69.8 inches
Height:
63.2 inches
Length:
170.4 inches
Wheelbase:
102.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3124 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
64.9 inches
Length:
167.6 inches
Wheelbase:
100.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/70R16