2026 Honda ZR-V Price and Specs: Cheaper Hybrid Entry Confirmed

Honda Australia has confirmed 2026 ZR-V pricing and specs, with the hybrid range now starting from $43,400 driveaway.

2026 Honda ZR-V Price and Specs: Cheaper Hybrid Entry Confirmed
4 min read

Honda Australia has confirmed pricing and specifications for the refreshed 2026 Honda ZR-V, with the mid-size SUV range now starting from $39,900 driveaway.

The key change is a lower entry point for hybrid buyers, with the e:HEV range now starting from $43,400 driveaway.

Previously, Honda’s local ZR-V hybrid offering was limited to the upper end of the range, while the 2026 update expands the petrol-electric powertrain across more variants.

The refreshed line-up includes one turbo-petrol variant and three e:HEV hybrid variants.

Honda says the 2026 ZR-V also gains updated technology across the range, including Honda Connect Gen 2, Google Built-In, Post-Collision braking and a Honda Sensing software upgrade.

"Since launching in 2023 the Honda ZR-V has quickly established its place as the perfect city-sized SUV, combining a smart and responsive hybrid powertrain into a dynamic driving experience," said Robert Thorp, Director of Automotive, Honda Australia.

The ZR-V update forms part of a broader year of new-model activity for Honda Australia.

Honda has also confirmed e:HEV hybrid expansion for the HR-V range, while its first local battery-electric vehicle, the Honda Super-ONE, is due later in 2026.

Honda’s local sports-car activity has also been detailed in 2026 Honda Prelude Australia: $65,000 Driveaway Price and Specs Confirmed.

For shoppers cross-shopping hybrids, the 2026 Nissan Qashqai is also moving to an e-Power-only hybrid line-up, as covered in 2026 Nissan QASHQAI to Launch in Australia as e-POWER-Only Hybrid Line-Up.

The 2026 Honda ZR-V is available to order now through Honda Australia’s website or Honda Centres.

Honda lists a five-year unlimited-kilometre warranty, five years of Premium Roadside Assistance and five low-price services priced at $199.

2026 Honda ZR-V Pricing

All prices below are Honda Australia driveaway prices, including on-road costs.

GradePowertrainDriveSeatsDriveaway price
VTi X1.5-litre VTEC turbo petrol2WD5$39,900
e:HEV X2.0-litre Atkinson petrol with two-motor hybrid system2WD5$43,400
e:HEV L2.0-litre Atkinson petrol with two-motor hybrid system2WD5$45,900
e:HEV LX2.0-litre Atkinson petrol with two-motor hybrid systemAWD5$51,900

2026 Honda ZR-V Specifications

VTi X

  • 1.5-litre VTEC turbo petrol engine
  • 2WD
  • Five-seat layout
  • Honda Connect Gen 2
  • Google Built-In
  • Post-Collision braking
  • Honda Sensing software upgrade
  • Adaptive LED headlights
  • Active cornering lights
  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Hill descent control
  • 9.0-inch touchscreen
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay
  • Wired Android Auto
  • 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster
  • Eight-speaker audio system
  • Black fabric upholstery
  • Dual-zone climate control
  • Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear shifter
  • Front USB-A and USB-C ports
  • Two rear USB-C ports
  • Rear air vents
  • Space-saver spare wheel

e:HEV X adds (adds over VTi X)

  • 2.0-litre Atkinson-cycle petrol engine
  • Two-motor hybrid system
  • e:CVT automatic transmission
  • 2WD

e:HEV L adds (adds over e:HEV X adds)

  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Heated exterior mirrors
  • Hands-free power tailgate
  • Walk-away tailgate closing
  • Rear privacy glass
  • Combination LED tail-lights
  • Black leatherette upholstery
  • Heated front seats
  • Metal paddle shifters
  • Roof-mounted LED ambient lighting

e:HEV LX adds (adds over e:HEV L adds)

  • AWD
  • 18-inch two-tone alloy wheels
  • Body-coloured lower bumpers and wheel arches
  • Sport, Normal and Economy drive modes
  • 12-speaker Bose audio system
  • Wireless phone charger
  • Satellite navigation
  • Black leather upholstery
  • Eight-way power driver’s seat with memory
  • Four-way power front passenger seat
  • Heated rear seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Sports pedals
  • Door line illumination
  • Auto-tilting mirrors in reverse
  • Plasmacluster air purification system
  • Smart key card
  • Shift-by-wire gear selector
  • Tyre repair kit
  • Humidity sensor

Interested in the Honda ZR-V?

Browse all available variants, compare specifications, and get the best price with CarSauce Buy.

2026 Honda ZR-V FAQs