Mitsubishi RVR vs Honda HR-V vs Mazda CX-30
Subcompacts rule the city. The RVR defends Mitsubishi accessibility, the HR-V brings Honda versatility, the CX-30 bets on style and dynamics. Which suits Lévis–Quebec City trips and weekend getaways?
Our take on the matchup
Subcompacts rule the city, and these three target the buyer who wants a utility without the family format. The RVR defends accessibility: the lowest entry price in the segment, available AWC, reasonable consumption and the 5-year / 100,000 km warranty — the winning combo for an economical, reliable, warranted first SUV in Lévis. The HR-V wins on max cargo and brings Honda versatility, but its entry price is higher. The CX-30 bets on style and driving refinement, with a little more power, but AWD remains an option there. For a South-Shore buyer who wants to park easily in Quebec City, consume little and keep a reasonable monthly budget, the RVR is unbeatable on value — and the most coherent choice for a first utility.
Comparison table
| Criterion | Mitsubishi RVROur pick | Honda HR-V | Mazda CX-30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP from | $24,998 | $28,790 | $27,950 |
| Power | 148 hp | 158 hp | 165 hp |
| Torque | 145 lb-ft | 138 lb-ft | 150 lb-ft |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo (upright) | 387 L | 689 L | 422 L |
| Cargo (folded) | 770 L | 1541 L | 1160 L |
| Drivetrain | AWC available (2WD / 4WD) | AWD available | AWD available |
| Combined consumption | ≈ 8.6 L/100 km | ≈ 8.3 L/100 km | ≈ 8.9 L/100 km |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Warranty | 5 yrs / 100,000 km | 3 yrs / 60,000 km | 3 yrs / 60,000 km |
By-the-numbers overview
Normalized scores out of 10 (higher = better) for the radar; raw numeric values for the bars.
Comparative profile (radar)
- Mitsubishi RVR
- Honda HR-V
- Mazda CX-30
Numeric values (bars)
- Mitsubishi RVR
- Honda HR-V
- Mazda CX-30
Our advisors' pick
The RVR is the budget pick of the trio, with the lowest entry MSRP, available AWC, reasonable consumption and a 5-year / 100,000 km warranty. The HR-V wins on max cargo; the CX-30 on style and driving refinement. For an economical, reliable, warranted first SUV in Lévis, the RVR remains unbeatable on value.
Strengths of the Mitsubishi RVR
- Lowest entry MSRP in the segment
- 5-year / 100,000 km warranty
- Available AWC and compact turning radius
- Standard MI-PILOT safety equipment
Worth considering
- Modest cargo compared to the HR-V
- Less power than the CX-30
See the Mitsubishi RVR in person
Live inventory in Lévis and same-day test drive.