Honda Cars Philippines, Inc., the official distributor of Honda vehicles in the country, received a total of six awards from the 2020-2021 Auto Focus People’s & Media’s Choice Awards. The Auto Focus People’s & Media’s Choice Awards (AFMCA) is an annual award-giving ceremony organized by Sunshine Television and Marketing Services, Inc. (STV).
The Honda Brio hatchback received the most awards with four in total
The awards were highlighted by the Honda Brio 2021 as it won in four categories under the Mini Sedan segment, namely Best Design, Best Engine Performance, Best Safety Features, and Best Value-for-Money.
The Brio is Honda’s entry to the local hatchback segment. It remains to be one of the most affordable and practical options for many Filipino car buyers. In 2019, the HCPI managed to sell 2,896 units, which makes the Brio the third best-selling unit in Honda’s local lineup next to the BR-V.
The 2020-2021 Auto Focus People’s & Media’s Choice Awards winners
The Honda Accord also won a Best Safety Features award but in the Midsize Sedan category. HCPI shared that this award embodies its commitment to providing innovation, safety, and advanced technology. Honda’s executive sedan comes with Honda Sensing that includes adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, collision mitigation braking, blind-spot monitoring, and more.
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Last on the list of awardees is the Honda Odyssey, bagging the Luxury Van/MPV of the Year award. The Honda Odyssey was first introduced in 1994 and is currently marketed to provide families with a modern and premium interior.
“We are indeed grateful to everyone from the Auto Focus People’s & Media’s Choice Awards for recognizing the Odyssey, Accord, and Brio this year. These awards provide a great drive to all of us at Honda in continuously working hard to assert our commitment of providing the unique best customer experience for everyone’s joy,” said Mr. Masahiko Nakamura, HCPI president.
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Know more about Honda Brio 2024
The 2025 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.
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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 2025 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 2025 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 2025 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Honda Brio 1.2 S MT | ₱735,000 |
| Honda Brio 1.2 V CVT | ₱827,000 |
| Honda Brio 1.2 RS CVT | ₱853,000 |
| Honda Brio 1.2 RS Black Top CVT | ₱863,000 |
| Honda Brio 1.2 RS CVT (Stellar Diamond Pearl) | ₱873,000 |
| Honda Brio 1.2 RS Black Top CVT (Stellar Diamond Pearl) | ₱883,000 |
Honda Brio FAQs
1. How much is the Honda Brio 2025 Philippines?
Honda Brio 2025 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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