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The Honda HR-V was a mini SUV produced by the Japanese automaker Honda from 1999 until 2006, when it was discontinued. In Japan, it was sold exclusively at Honda Verno dealerships. The abbreviation HRV, according to Honda's HR-V history website, officially stands for Hi-rider Revolutionary Vehicle. The HR-V was introduced to cater for the demand for vehicles with the benefits of SUVs such as...  MORE

The Honda HR-V was a mini SUV produced by the Japanese automaker Honda from 1999 until 2006, when it was discontinued. In Japan, it was sold exclusively at Honda Verno dealerships. The abbreviation HRV, according to Honda's HR-V history website, officially stands for Hi-rider Revolutionary Vehicle. The HR-V was introduced to cater for the demand for vehicles with the benefits of SUVs such as increased cargo room, higher visibility, along with the maneuverability, performance and fuel economy of a smaller car. It was built on the supermini platform used by the Honda Logo, while the larger CR-V was built on the Civic platform. Known as one of the earliest low emissions vehicles and unique character, the HR-V is now considered one of the first original crossover SUVs. Originally designed as the "Wild and Joyfull J-WJ" concept vehicle and exhibited at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1997, the HR-V emerged as a futuristic and lightweight cross-country vehicle in 1998. The Honda HR-V was soon put into production due to its popularity, and marketed toward a younger demographic as the "Joy Machine" in 1999. The HR-V was shipped to Europe with either a Honda D16W1 type 1.6L SOHC or a four-wheel drive SOHC VTEC Honda D16W3 type engine. An automatic continuously variable transmission gearbox was also an engine option, however, the main criticism of the HR-V was the lack of a diesel engine option. The three door versions were discontinued in 2003 and five door versions in 2006. LESS