Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) announced that it will also launch the facelifted Brio hatchback this week. It will be making its Philippine debut alongside the refreshed Honda City on July 13.
Facelifted Honda Brio
Unlike the City sedan, Honda Philippines has yet to share the specs, variants, and prices of the facelifted Brio. The Honda subcompact hatchback first debuted in Indonesia last May 2023 featuring a new front end.
It comes with a larger grille design as well as a revamped front bumper, giving it a wider fascia as compared to the outgoing model. The new grille, which Honda calls the “diamond grille,” shares a bit of similarity with the one fitted on the Honda HR-V RS Turbo. The Honda Brio is also equipped with restyled headlights, giving it a more imposing look. The fog lights join the list of revamped designs seen on the new Brio.
It adopts the diamond grille design
In Indonesia, the facelifted Honda Brio is offered in three variant options: S MT, E MT, and E CVT. The sportier-looking RS trim is also included in the variant lineup. But interestingly, Honda Indonesia is offering the new Brio RS with a choice of either a manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
The Indo-spec Honda Brio comes with the same 1.2-liter gasoline engine that produces 89 hp and 110 Nm of torque. From the looks of it, the upcoming PH-spec 2024 Honda Brio could come with the same power unit.
The new Honda Brio RS that debuted in Indonesia comes with the familiar layout seen on the old model. It did receive subtle design tweaks as seen on the reduced red-orange accent on the dashboard. It also comes with a new dark gray accent on the dashboard seen on the passenger side. The said interior layout could most likely mirror the upcoming PH-spec Brio.
Interior of the facelifted hatch
An updated infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can also be found on the Indo-spec Brio. The said feature could most likely be offered in the PH-spec Honda Brio as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are becoming essential nowadays. It will also be a welcome feature since the outgoing Brio that the local market offers don’t come with the said smartphone mirroring apps.
The facelifted 2024 Honda Brio will be debuting in the Philippines on July 13. It will be joined by the refreshed City, which will come standard with Honda Sensing advanced driver-assist technology.
A new Wigo is just around the corner
Meanwhile, Toyota Motor Philippines is also set to launch the new Wigo. It will be happening on July 14, 2023, which is a day after the Brio’s Philippine debut.
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Know more about Honda Brio 2024
The 2024 Honda Brio is the Japanese automaker's entry into the local hatchback segment. It is considered to be the small hatchback option with a price ranging from Php 735,000 to Php 883,000. The small hatchback is regarded as the entry-level vehicle of the Japanese carmaker. It is available in four variants, including a Black Top option for the top-of-the-line RS variant.
Under the hood, a 1.2-liter i-VTEC gasoline engine is standard across the range, delivering 89 hp and 110 Nm of torque. Depending on the variant, the engine can be paired to either a 5-speed manual or an Earth Dreams continuously variable transmission (CVT). The Brio Philippines offers dimensions that span 3,798 mm in length, 1,682 mm in width, and 1,487 mm in height. The RS trim is a bit longer at 3,811mm. Rivals in the hatchback segment include the Toyota Wigo, Kia Picanto, and Suzuki Swift.
Honda Brio Launch
Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. launched the first-generation Honda Brio in the country during the Philippine International Motor Show in September 2014, three years after its debut in Thailand in 2011. It offered the local market a practical car due to its fair interior space, affordable pricing, and small 1.3-liter engine that produced 98 hp and 127 Nm of torque. These are the characteristics of an ideal vehicle for young individuals.
As for the current second-generation model, it didn't take as long before it arrived in Honda's local lineup in April 2019. The next-gen version comes with a sportier appeal thanks to its bolder character lines and the option for the RS variant which includes exclusive body kits that add sportiness and aggressiveness to the overall design. It is safe to say that the small hatchback is one of the best-looking vehicles in the local market for the price.
The facelift of the second-generation model then debuted for the local market on July 13, 2023. It was introduced with four variants: the RS Black Top, RS, V, and S.
Honda Brio Exterior
The Honda Brio features aggressive exterior details despite its relatively small size. Its 2024 update of the model features a bolder look compared to the pre-facelifted second-gen model.
Standard on the RS trim are LED headlamps, while the V and S trims get halogens. LED taillights are available for all variants. Other features present on the Brio, at least for the higher-spec trims are a power-folding side mirror, a tailgate spoiler, and LED fog lamps.
Honda Brio Interior
Inside, the Honda Brio gets a manual air-conditioning system as standard. The driver is then provided with an analog gauge cluster, a digital trip meter, a keyless entry system, etc.
All variants get fabric seats, but only the RS trim gets red accents. The RS versions are also the only ones that come with metallic inner door handles, a red-tinged interior trim, and an RS design speedometer.
Technology & Safety Features
Present on the RS and V trims of the Brio is a seven-inch headunit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It is linked to a total of six speakers.
Handling this Honda-made hatchback safety meanwhile are dual-front airbags, anti-lock braking, rear parking sensors, and an engine immobilizer. Only the RS and V trims get a security alarm.
Platform & Chassis
The 2024 Brio carries over the front-engine, front-wheel platform used by the pre-facelift model. For suspensions, it uses a MacPherson strut for the front and a torsion beam for the rear. Braking is then handled by a front disc and a rear drum.
Honda Brio Engine & Drivetrain
Honda decided to provide the Brio with a 1.2-liter engine that could churn out 89 horsepower and 110 Newton meters of torque. Power is sent to its front wheels via a continuously variable transmission or a 5-speed manual gearbox depending on the trim.
Honda Brio Q&A
1. How much is Honda Brio 2024 Philippines?
Honda Brio 2024 price Philippines ranges from 735,000 PHP for the entry-level S 1.2 MT to 883,000 PHP for the top-of-the-line Honda Brio RS Black Top 1.2 CVT.
2. Is the Honda Brio available in CVT transmission?
Yes, the automatic variants of the Honda Brio come offered with Honda Earth Dreams Continuously Variable Transmission.
3. How many airbags does the Honda Brio have?
The Honda Brio is equipped with 2 airbags for the driver and front passenger.
4. Is the Honda Brio an SUV?
No, the Brio is a Hatchback.
5. What is the length of Honda Brio?
The length of Brio is 3,815mm.
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