Honda Cars Philippines has launched the all-new 2022 BR-V. This is the second-generation version of the said model, and a lot of exterior and interior improvements have been made. That said, it has catapulted Honda's MPV model as a more potent contender against its contemporaries.
The Honda BR-V: Old vs New
So, how does the newly launched 2023 Honda BR-V compare to the older, first-generation Honda BR-V?
2022 Honda BR-V Old vs New: Exterior
The first thing many of you will probably notice in comparing these two is the stark difference in design. Sure, the newer BR-V is still very much a family car, but it has gained a more macho and modern look.
The old Honda BR-V has halogen headlamps, and 16-inch wheels, whereas the new one now comes with LED headlamps and 17-inch wheels. The rear portion of the car now looks more elegant with its clean and uncluttered design, though it also received a faux rear skid plate to round-up that SUV look.
Compare the old BR-V (left) with the new BR-V (right) using the slider
As for dimensions, the older model is 4,456mm long, 1,735mm wide, and 1,677mm in height. It also has a ground clearance of 201mm.
In comparison, the newer version has a length of 4,490mm, a width of 1,780mm, and a height of 1,685mm. Its ground clearance then clocks in at 220mm.
To sum it up, the all-new 2023 Honda BR-V is not only more modern looking, but it is also a bit larger than the first-generation model.
2022 Honda BR-V Old vs New: Interior
As with the older model, the new 2022 BR-V retains the seven-seater seating arrangement. It also gets a seven-inch headunit, which despite being similar to the old one, is new according to Honda. All trims of the new BR-V also come with automatic climate control, whereas the old one’s lower-spec models had manual air-conditioning.
The old BR-V's cockpit
The gauge cluster is also new as the new rectangular 4.2-inch TFT screen digital trip computer and notification system is now positioned in-between the two larger gauges. In the old model, the said screen is circular and is positioned to the left of the speedometer.
The biggest change on the new BR-V however, is the presence of Honda Sensing. This means that the new model is now kitted out with autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane keep assist, among others. These were not present on the older BR-V.
A peek into the new Honda BR-V's cockpit
And lastly, the new model is also equipped with smart entry, walk-away automatic door locks, remote engine starting, and power-folding side mirrors. The old model had a more conventional push-button start and door locking system, and manual-folding side mirrors.
2022 Honda BR-V Old vs New: Engine
Under the hood, the older BR-V uses a 1.5-liter L15Z1 inline-4 gasoline mill. It can make up to 118 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque. The old model's variants came with continuously variable transmission (CVT), which had a paddle-shifter manual-mode on the top-spec BR-V V top-spec trim.
In comparison, the new 2023 BR-V is powered by a 1.5-liter L15ZF inline-4 gasoline engine. It makes 119 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque. It makes 1 horsepower more than the older engine, and it also gets a CVT for the S, V, and VX variants. Then again, the locally available model also has a version of the S trim with a five-speed manual gearbox.
The new (left) and the old (right) Honda BR-V models from the rear
For those seriously considering it as their next big purchase, you might want to read our 2023 Honda BR-V first impressions review first. Do be aware also, that it has a total of four variants to choose from. The S MT is the most affordable with its Php 1,090,000 price tag, followed by the BR-V S CVT at Php 1,150,000. The midspec BR-V V CVT meanwhile, can be had for Php 1,295,000. Lastly, the top-spec BR-V VX Honda Sensing is priced at Php 1,390,000.
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Know more about Honda BR-V 2024
The 2024 Honda BR-V is a seven-seater compact MPV. It is now in its 2nd-gen version, and it has four different variants in the local market. There’s the top-spec VX Honda Sensing priced at 1,390,000, the V CVT priced at Php 1,295,000, the S CVT which has a price tag of Php 1,190,000, and the entry-level S MT priced at Php 1,090,000.
Under the hood of the Honda BR-V is a 1.5-liter gasoline inline-4 engine that’s capable of making up to 119 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque. Sending power to its front wheels is a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
Size-wise, the all-new BR-V is 4,490mm long, 1,780mm wide, and 1,685mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,700mm and a ground clearance of 207mm.
In the local market, the Honda BR-V competes against the Toyota Avanza, Hyundai Staria, Nissan Livina, and Mitsubishi Xpander, among others.
Honda BR-V Launch
The all-new 2024 Honda BR-V was introduced to the Philippine market on November 21, 2022. Its initial debut occurred back on November 3, 2022, in Indonesia. For the Philippine market, its variants include the S MT and S CVT, the mid-spec V, and the top-spec VX Honda Sensing.
Honda BR-V Exterior
Depending on the trim, the BR-V gets full LED lighting with automatic headlamps and high beam assist. It also has LED taillights, LED daytime running lamps, and front fog lamps.
Also present on this MPV’s exterior are a pair of power folding side mirrors, a rear wiper, a shark-fin antenna, and a set of 17-inch wheels.
Honda BR-V Interior
Inside the BR-V is a cabin that can seat up to seven. The top-spec model gets leather for the seats, steering wheel, as well as its gear shifter.
The said seats can also be folded down for more cargo space. For the second row, it is 60:40 split-folding, while the third row is 50:50 split-folding.
Keeping its occupants cool is an automatic air-conditioning system. A push-to-start button, a second-row armrest, illuminated sun visors, and an ample amount of bottle and cup holders are also present in this model.
Honda BR-V Interior Tech & Safety
Handling the entertainment needs of the BR-V's occupants is a seven-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth connectivity. This headunit is then linked to a six-piece speaker system. The BR-V also has USB charging ports.
The top-spec BR-V gets a total of six airbags. It also comes with the Honda LaneWatch blind spot camera and the Honda Sensing driver assistive suite.
The said suite includes adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation braking, lane keep assist, and lane departure warning.
Also present on the Philippine-spec BR-V is an immobilizer and security alarm, hill-start assist, stability control, anti-lock braking with EBD, parking sensors, and a parking camera.
Honda BR-V Engine
Under the hood of the 2024 Honda BR-V is a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline mill that can produce up to 119 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque. Power is sent to its front wheels through a CVT.
Honda BR-V Chassis
The second generation Honda BR-V shares a platform with the Amaze and WR-V which are currently sold in Indonesia.
For its front, it uses a MacPherson strut, and its rear gets a torsion beam suspension. It then gets front disc brakes, rear drum brakes, and a hand-operated manual parking brake.
Honda BR-V Colors
Available colors for the 2024 Honda BR-V include Crystal Black Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic, Meteoroid Gray Metallic, Premium Opal White Silver Pearl, and Taffeta White.
The 2024 Honda BR-V is up-to-par against many of its MPV rivals. In fact, it beats out several others since it has a good collection of advanced safety features. It also sits in the middle of the pack when power is concerned.
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Honda BR-V FAQs
1. Is the Honda BR-V available in CVT transmission?
Yes, the Honda BR-V is exclusively available as a CVT variant in the Philippine market.
2. What type of car is the Honda BR-V?
The Honda BR-V has a beefy and bold exterior of a crossover yet technically, it is an MPV.
3. Is the Honda BR-V fuel efficient?
The CVT makes the engine of the BR-V operate at the most efficient revolutions per minute. In addition, thanks to the Honda Earth Dreams technology, this Honda vehicle not only is fuel-efficient but also environment-friendly because of its low emissions.
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