Honda ZR-V 2026 review Australia: Updated family car grows hybrid range to better rival Toyota RAV4

Jack Quick previews the 2026 Honda ZR-V mid-size SUV range with a detailed look at the newly expanded line-up. This latest iteration sees the efficient e:HEV hybrid powertrain spread further down the ranks to the entry-level X grade, alongside the established L and luxury-focused LX variants. The new base-model e:HEV X brings a cohesive styling package, a five-seat interior layout and standard front-wheel-drive dynamics. Jack explores the core cabin presentation, standard safety systems and everyday packaging credentials to assess its multi-purpose family vehicle usability. This initial preview assesses how the petrol-electric hybrid performance translates on local roads. The entry-tier e:HEV X alters the market equation by providing an entry-point premium alternative against key mid-size SUV rivals like the Toyota RAV4, Hyundai Tucson and Mazda CX-5. #Honda #ZRV #Review -- Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 00:37 Pricing and features 01:37 Design 03:11 Practicality 04:48 Under the bonnet 05:05 Efficiency 05:50 Driving 07:59 Safety 08:55 Ownership 09:27 Verdict -- Read Jack’s full review: https://bit.ly/4vfyMrv Check out our Kia PV5 hub: https://bit.ly/3QaFNeb Find more SUVs: https://bit.ly/4wgIWJu Visit our EV guide: https://bit.ly/4kDWaKK -- CarsGuide - Go beyond the test drive Visit our website for News, Reviews, Advice and more: https://www.carsguide.com.au Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/carsguide Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/carsguide.australia Follow our TikTok profile: https://www.tiktok.com/@carsguide.com.au Follow our Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/carsguideaus Follow our X profile: https://www.x.com/CarsGuide Follow our Threads profile: https://www.threads.net/@carsguideaus Follow our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carsguide-com-au https://www.carsguide.com.au/ev/honda-zr-v-ehev-x-101939 https://www.carsguide.com.au/honda/zr-v https://www.carsguide.com.au/suv https://www.carsguide.com.au/ev