Does the 2024 Honda HR-V have blind spot monitoring?
Yes. For the 2024 HR-V, blind-spot monitoring is available, but only on trims equipped with Honda Sensing. The base LX trim does not include it by default, while higher trims pull it in as part of the safety suite.
In practice, Honda’s Blind Spot Information System (BSI) works as part of the Honda Sensing safety system, alerting the driver to vehicles in adjacent lanes and often pairing with Rear Cross Traffic Alert to help when backing out of a parking space. Availability varies by trim and market, so the exact configuration depends on where you buy the HR-V and which options are selected.
How blind spot monitoring works in the 2024 HR-V
Blind spot monitoring uses sensors to detect vehicles in adjacent lanes that you might not see in your side mirrors. When a vehicle is detected, the system typically provides a visual indicator in the corresponding side mirror and can warn you with an audible alert if you signal a lane change. In the HR-V, this feature is integrated with Honda Sensing, which also includes other driver-assistance tools such as lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and forward collision warnings.
Availability by trim (U.S. market, 2024)
Below is a quick overview of how blind-spot monitoring is typically packaged across the 2024 HR-V trims. Note that exact features can vary by region and dealer, so always verify with the window sticker or brochure for your specific vehicle.
- LX — Blind-spot monitoring is not standard. In many configurations, the LX does not include Honda Sensing, so BSI is not part of the base package. Availability may require upgrading to a higher trim or optional package, depending on the market.
- Sport — Blind-spot monitoring is standard as part of the Honda Sensing safety suite. This trim typically includes BSI and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
- EX-L — Blind-spot monitoring is standard as part of the Honda Sensing safety suite. This trim also includes other advanced safety features and comfort items.
For buyers seeking assured access to blind-spot monitoring, selecting the Sport or EX-L trim is the most straightforward path. Always check the specific vehicle’s equipment list, as features can be added or removed as part of regional packages.
Summary
In short, the 2024 Honda HR-V can have blind-spot monitoring, but it is not universal across all trims. It is typically standard on the Sport and EX-L trims in the U.S. market as part of the Honda Sensing safety suite, while the LX trim commonly does not include it by default. If blind-spot monitoring is important to you, aim for Sport or EX-L and confirm the exact equipment on the vehicle you’re considering.
