At the 2021 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), Honda has taken the covers off the SUV RS Concept. This signifies the Japanese carmaker’s intention of fielding a contender in the 5-seater small SUV category.
Honda wants to compete in the small crossover category
The rumor mill previously went on overdrive when the concept was teased in September, coinciding with the launch of the Indonesia-spec Honda Civic in 11th-generation guise. Speculation flew that the mystery model would be the production version of the new ZR-V, slated to replace the four-year-old Honda WR-V subcompact crossover in India.
Styling is courtesy of Honda’s Thailand-based Asia Pacific R&D center, with sharp creases on the fascia and sides. A textured front grille provides the backdrop for the Honda logo bordered by chrome trim up top and surrounded by LED headlamps with distinctive wing-shaped daytime running lights. Large triangular openings at the corners of the front bumper look like air vents for cooling and aerodynamics.
The carmaker's Asia Pacific R&D team was responsible for the vehicle's futuristic aesthetic
Conspicuous body cladding is present on the front lip, wheel arches, and rocker panels. The SUV RS Concept is striking with a two-tone body color, comprising blacked-out A-pillars and roof contrasting with the rest of the vehicle rendered in white. Roof rails and a set of black multi-spoke alloy wheels complete the sporty look.
As a concept vehicle, no further information has been disclosed on its inner workings, including the cabin, onboard tech, and powertrain. Still, the presumption is that the SUV RS Concept is at least capable of being equipped with the WR-V’s engine options, one being a 1.2-liter i-VTEC gasoline power plant and the other a 1.5-liter i-DTEC diesel mill. A 1.5-liter i-VTEC could also be fielded as with the BR-V, with either a 5-speed manual or a continuously variable transmission.
Could this be the form that the eventual ZR-V will take for the Indian market?
The Honda SUV RS Concept is still expected to form the basis of the ZR-V in India, where both homegrown and Japanese marques dominate the top 10 best-selling brands in the subcompact SUV category. While Honda is already on that list, the unveiling of the SUV RS Concept sends a message that it has higher goals in sight.
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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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