Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 HR-V.
The 2020 Honda HR-V is the model-year variant detailed in this overview, with service specs calling for 3.9 quarts of 0W-20 API engine oil and an Automatic (AV-S7) transmission, and EPA fuel-economy ratings of 26/31/28 mpg. In the 2016–2026 model-span data, this year records 79 owner complaints, five recalls, and the Electrical System as the top complaint area. That positions the 2020 HR-V below the 2023 peak of 681 complaints and above the 2026 low of 11, making it a comparatively calm data point in the model’s reliability record.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 51R · 500 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S7) |
| Overall length | 171.3 in |
| Overall width | 69.7 in |
| Overall height | 63 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in |
| Curb weight | 3071 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 60.6 / 60.6 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 62/38 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 26 / 31 / 28 mpg |
| Drivetrain | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 100 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 23 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the HR-V of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Sport 1.8L I-4 | 9.60 sec | 17.40 sec | 141 hp | AWD |
| 2019 | Touring 1.8L I-4 | 10.20 sec | 17.80 sec | 141 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | EX 1.8L I-4 | 8.40 sec | 16.50 sec | 141 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | EX 1.8L I-4 | 8.50 sec | 16.40 sec | 141 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | EX 1.8L I-4 | 8.50 sec | 16.50 sec | 141 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | EX-L Navi 1.8L I-4 | 8.60 sec | 16.80 sec | 141 hp | FWD |
| 2016 | EX-L Navi 1.8L I-4 | 9.30 sec | 17.40 sec | 141 hp | AWD |
| 2016 | EX-L Navi 1.8L I-4 | 9.50 sec | 17.40 sec | 141 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 3.9 qt of 0W-20 API engine oil, Honda DPSF-II in the differential, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 80 ft-lbs.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Honda HCF-2 CVT fluid |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.7 |
| Brake Fluid | Dot 3 |
| Differential Gear Oil | Honda DPSF-II |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 1.3 qt |
| Engine Coolant | Honda Type 2 antifreeze/coolant |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 5.6 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-20 · API |
| Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs | 11.0 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | 55.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 80 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 0.87-0.98 lbs |
| Oil Group | POE |
| Oil Type | ND-14 POE Oil or equivalent. |
| Oil Capacity | 2.37-2.77 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 51R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 500 cca |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 37.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 26.0 ft-lbs |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 80.0 ft-lbs |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .906; Rear: .315 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0006 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .0016 |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90° | 15 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 18.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 57° | 18 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2020 Honda HR‑V recorded 79 complaints, which is markedly lower than the peaks in 2016 (238), 2019 (219) and the sharp spike in 2023 (681), placing it near the low end of the complaint range for this generation. Recall activity for 2020 was five campaigns, higher than the surrounding years of 2018 (3) and 2021 (4) but below the 2019 high of seven recalls. Investigations remained steady at one, consistent with most years from 2018 through 2024. The complaint trend shows a decline from 2019’s elevated level to a low in 2020, followed by a modest rise in 2022 before the anomalous 2023 increase. Overall, the 2020 model year exhibits relatively few owner complaints despite a moderate number of recalls, suggesting that any recall‑related repairs would likely address the primary safety concerns. If those recalls have been completed, the 2020 HR‑V represents a comparatively low‑complaint option within this generation.
All 79 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Fit and 2019-2022 HR-V vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the engine is started with a key, due to a design error in the audio… Remedy: Dealers will update the display audio unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2023. Owners may contact Honda customer service at…
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022… Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's…
Showing 5 of 98 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| A21-047 | 2025-02-20 | Power Train | Service Bulletin - Due to the possibility of early deterioration of the Continuous… |
| A23110A | 2023-11-03 | Power Train | Service News - Some customers have complained of fluid leaking from the rear differential… |
| A21-047 | 2023-05-03 | Power Train | Service Bulletin - Due to the possibility of early deterioration of the Continuous… |
| ATI&03312023906 | 2023-03-31 | Suspension | Dealer Message Request for Visit: 2018-2022 Accord & HR-V Front Damper Noise (ACTION… |
| A22080B | 2022-08-25 | Visibility | Servicenews article - If you are inspecting an HR-V and notice oil residue on the A/C… |
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3.9 qt of 0W-20 API, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 26 city / 31 highway / 28 combined mpg.