Top-spec 2023 Honda BR-V comes with special insurance packages 

Updated Jan 30, 2023 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

Other Honda models with Honda Sensing are also eligible. 

If you’re looking to get a family-friendly seven-seater MPV, then be aware that the Honda BR-V VX CVT top-spec trim will be offered with special insurance packages until March 31, 2023.  

The 2023 Honda BR-V

The 2023 Honda BR-V

This was made available to prospective buyers via the continuing partnership between Honda Cars Philippines (HCPI) and AXA Philippines, Standard Insurance, as well as Malayan Insurance. To be more exact, preferential rates for comprehensive insurance services may be available if one buys a Honda equipped with the Honda Sensing driver-assistive safety suite.  

So apart from the top-spec BR-V, the said offer is also available for the Honda Civic, the Honda HR-V, as well as the recently launched Honda Civic Type R. Note that this program was started a year ago, and the BR-V VX was added to this offer just this year.  

Here’s a table listing down all the customer benefits that comes with these insurance packages from Honda PH’s insurance partners: 

Insurance Partner 

Annual Premium with Acts of Nature for as low as: 

Special Insurance Package 

Other benefits 

AXA PH 

Php 24,698 

  • Upgraded Personal Accident Coverage up to Php 100,000 

  • Towing assistance and roadside repair 

  • Crane and locksmith assistance and more... 

Standard Insurance 

Php 23,812 

  • Roadside assistance: Free towing 

  • Price Protect up to third year 

  • Special Package on Deductibles, and More... 

Malayan Insurance 

Php 27,261 

  • Discounted deductible (Php 1,000 off) on first claim 

  • Php 5,000 medical reimbursement per seat 

  • Php 4,000 towing assistance per occurrence and more... 

The coverage of the comprehensive vehicle insurance that can be had with preferential rates also covers own damage or theft, acts of nature, voluntary third-party liability or excess bodily injury and/or property damage, and passenger accident (coverage per seat plus medical reimbursements).  

A picture of the Honda Civic Type R during its local launch

Other models equipped Honda Sensing are also eligible for the offer

If you’re interested in the Honda BR-V VX CVT, note that it retails for Php 1,390,000. For that price, it gets the Honda Sensing safety suite which includes adaptive cruise control, road departure mitigation, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, collision mitigation brake system, auto-high beams, and lead car departure warning.  

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Know more about Honda BR-V 2024

Honda BR-V

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

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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

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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.  

Honda BR-V Pros & Cons

 Pros Cons
 
  • Well equipped 

  • Attractive styling 

  • Comprehensive safety kit 

 
  • Lack of telescopic adjustment for the steering column 

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.

₱ 1,090,000 - ₱ 1,390,000

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Cesar G.B. Miguel

Cesar G.B. Miguel

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Cesar Guiderone B. Miguel was born and raised in Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte. He graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree from Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology. He previously worked as a freelance writer for various websites, as a member of the Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction Management's training staff, and as a medical sales representative.

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