What are the best years for a used Honda HR-V near Hilton Head Island?
The best used Honda HR-V years are 2020 to 2022, the last first-generation years, and 2023 and newer, the redesigned generation.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Bluffton. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
Buy a 2020 to 2022 or a 2023-and-newer used Honda HR-V near Hilton Head Island
The 2020 to 2022 cars are the last of the first-generation HR-V. The 2023 and newer cars belong to the redesigned generation, and Honda’s 2026 published figures show what that generation carries. We sell new Honda vehicles, including the HR-V, and Honda Certified Pre-Owned vehicles. Each certified car we sell gets a 150-point inspection and a 1-year unlimited-mileage warranty. That puts both generations within reach of Hilton Head Island buyers from one store in Bluffton.
What do you get in a 2020 to 2022 used Honda HR-V?
Honda rates the 2026 HR-V LX at 158 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque, from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. The same published figures put seating at five, with 41.9 inches of front legroom and 37.7 inches of rear legroom. Check those numbers on any HR-V you test drive, because they tell you how the cabin will feel on a long ride to the island or back.
Cargo is where the HR-V earns its place. Honda lists 24.4 cubic feet behind the second row and 55.1 cubic feet at most.
What did the 2023 redesign add to the Honda HR-V?
The 2023 redesign starts the generation that Honda’s current figures describe. On every HR-V trim Honda lists, the published figures show 41.9 inches of front legroom, 37.7 inches of rear legroom and 24.4 cubic feet behind the second row.
A buyer who wants the newest published numbers should start with 2023 and newer. That is the generation Honda is still building, and its specifications are the ones on the 2026 window stickers.
How do HR-V model years compare on cargo space, mpg and price?
Honda’s 2026 figures give every HR-V trim the same cargo room, so the trim changes the price and the drive type, not the space. The table lists the starting price and EPA combined fuel economy for each trim.
| Trim (2026 model year) | Starting MSRP, Honda (USD) | EPA combined mpg (EPA, 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| HR-V LX (FWD) | $26,500 | 28 |
| HR-V LX (AWD) | $28,000 | 27 |
| HR-V Sport (FWD) | $28,300 | 28 |
| HR-V Sport (AWD) | $29,800 | 27 |
| HR-V EX-L (FWD) | $30,350 | 28 |
| HR-V EX-L (AWD) | $31,850 | 27 |
All-wheel drive costs one mpg less combined on the EPA figures. It also starts $1,500 higher at each trim. A buyer who wants the lower price and the better fuel economy should look at front-wheel drive first, then decide whether the extra traction is worth the difference.
What warranty coverage can a used Honda HR-V still have?
The 2026 HR-V carries Honda’s new-vehicle warranty: 3 years or 36,000 miles for basic coverage, 5 years or 60,000 miles for powertrain, and 5 years with no mileage limit for corrosion. A used HR-V keeps whatever part of that warranty is still running, so the in-service date matters as much as the model year.
Honda Certified Pre-Owned coverage adds to that. The program covers 2021 to 2026 vehicles with under 80,000 miles, with limited powertrain coverage for 7 years or 100,000 miles on the odometer, plus limited non-powertrain coverage for 2 additional years or up to 100,000 miles in total (American Honda Motor Co., 2026). A 2020 HR-V falls outside that program’s model-year window, so it is worth checking which of the two generations a certified car belongs to before you assume the coverage applies.
What state taxes and fees apply when you buy a used HR-V in South Carolina?
South Carolina charges an Infrastructure Maintenance Fee in place of a vehicle sales tax, at 5% of the purchase price but no more than $500 (South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles, 2026). Every figure in this example is hypothetical. On a $20,000 used HR-V, 5% would be $1,000, but the cap is $500, so the fee is $500.
The SCDMV also lists a one-time fee of $250 for a new vehicle previously registered in another state, which matters if the HR-V you are looking at came from out of state. The registration fee for most passenger cars is $40, paid once every two years, and it does not include title fees or the Infrastructure Maintenance Fee (South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles, 2026). Add those figures to the price before you compare a used HR-V with a new one.
What does a new Honda HR-V cost next to a used one?
A new 2026 HR-V lists from $26,500 for the LX front-wheel-drive trim, up to $31,850 for the EX-L all-wheel-drive trim. We sell the new HR-V, so you can ask for its price beside the used car you are weighing.
Use the new starting price as the reference point. The gap between a used price and the new figure is what you pay for a newer car, and the warranty and state fee points above sit on top of that gap. A used HR-V that costs far less than $26,500 leaves more room in the budget, while one that costs close to it needs its coverage checked more closely.
FAQ
Should I choose front-wheel or all-wheel drive on a used HR-V?
Front-wheel drive gets 28 mpg combined on Honda’s 2026 figures, and all-wheel drive gets 27. All-wheel drive also starts $1,500 higher at each trim. Pick all-wheel drive if you expect wet or sandy roads often, and choose front-wheel drive for the lower price and the slightly better fuel economy.
What should I ask any dealer before buying a used HR-V?
Ask whether the car is a Honda Certified Pre-Owned vehicle, and if it is, which coverage the program adds. Ask for the in-service date, because it decides how much of the factory warranty is left. Ask for the total of every state fee before you agree to a price.
What safety ratings has the HR-V earned by model year?
The 2026 HR-V holds the Top Safety Pick+ award from the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 2026). The award applies to the 2026 model, so check the model year of any used HR-V you test drive against it.
Where is Hilton Head Honda?
You can find the dealership in Bluffton at 161 Fording Island Rd, SC 29909, about a 17-minute drive from Hilton Head Island.
Can I book service at Hilton Head Honda online?
Yes. You can book a service visit online through the dealership’s website. Our service department is open are Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We are closed Sunday.
Can I order Honda parts online?
Yes. You can order Honda parts online and collect them at the dealership. Parts hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We are closed Sunday.
Why shop for a used HR-V at Hilton Head Honda in Bluffton?
Hilton Head Honda has a 4.8-star rating from 2,799 Google reviews, and 92 in 100 of those reviews are five-star (Google, 2026). In a July 2026 Google review, Ed S. wrote: “Eric Singleton has to be the best advisor that Hilton Head Honda has ever had!” That review is about one advisor’s visit, and it shows what a buyer can expect from the staff.
In a July 2026 Google review, Kelly T. wrote: “Sebastian was amazing and made purchasing a new car painless. Pleasure to work with him!” That one is about the purchase itself. We sell the new HR-V, the Honda Certified Pre-Owned vehicles and the full Honda lineup, so you can compare generations and set a new price beside a certified car in one place.
Start by bringing your shortlist of model years and trims to Hilton Head Honda at 161 Fording Island Rd in Bluffton. Ask to see the years you are weighing, and compare them on the cargo, mpg and coverage figures above.
Hilton Head Honda answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Bluffton showroom, or call (843) 815-2880.
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