Chevrolet Trax vs. Honda HR-V
When we compare the Chevrolet Trax to the Honda HR-V, the Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Honda HR-V has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Trax versus the Honda HR-V, the Honda HR-V is a better car than the Chevrolet Trax.
Chevrolet Trax versus Honda HR-V Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Chevrolet Trax ranges from $16,500 to $23,975 while a used Honda HR-V from the same model year range is priced between $21,403 to $28,498. For a new model, the Chevrolet Trax's price is between $22,625 and $26,579, with the Honda HR-V priced between $24,895 and $30,589.
Chevrolet Trax versus Honda HR-V Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Trax is 7.8 out of 10 while the Honda HR-V's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Trax being ranked 4 out of 18 Best Subcompact SUVs and the Honda HR-V being ranked 3 out of 18. Out of 61 Best Crossover SUVs, the Chevrolet Trax is ranked 61 and the Honda HR-V is ranked 20.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Trax’s base engine makes 155 horsepower, and the Honda HR-V base engine makes 158 horsepower. The Trax is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, while the HR-V is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon. Both have a highway range of 448 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/subcompact SUVs, the 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 trunk space. The Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Chevrolet Trax has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity, while the Honda HR-V has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Chevrolet Trax and the Honda HR-V have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$22,625 - $26,579
Used Asking Price:
$16,500 - $23,975
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.5%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$24,895 - $30,589
Used Asking Price:
$21,403 - $28,498
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34.2%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
6.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
24 out of / 61Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
33 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
12 out of / 61Ranking
12 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 61Ranking
40 out of / 61Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
LS, LT
Trim Levels
LX, Sport, EX-L
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 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:
155 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
138 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
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):
24 / 32 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 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):
26 / 32 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
24.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
123.1 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3159 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
63.4 inches
Length:
179.8 inches
Wheelbase:
104.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum
Tire Size:
P205/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
215/60R17