2018 Honda HR-V VTi-S: owner review

The larger wheel size in this car, compared to the base model we had sold, does make a large difference in handling and ride comfort. The Dunlop tyres are a mite noisier than the Bridgestone Turanzas that were on the first car. Those tyres had done 49,000km, and it seems the Dunlops might do that distance too on this S model.

But dollar for dollar, this is a brilliant SUV with lots of interior space and comfort. One reason we bought the Honda HR-V, and then this VTi-S, is that we can fit three adults or late-teenage grandchildren in the back seat. Try that in the Mazda CX-3. Also, the rear seats fold up and leave the whole passenger area free for luggage etc if required.