Following the introduction of the facelifted Honda Brio in Indonesia last May 2023, the refreshed hatchback has officially arrived in the Philippines.
2024 Honda Brio facelift
The facelifted Honda Brio is re-entering the local hatchback market more stylish and smarter with new tech updates. It is still offered in three variants, with the top-of-the-line RS available with a two-tone Black Top paint scheme.
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Exterior
The most significant design change is the grille. Honda calls it the "diamond grille", which gives the front fascia a more premium-like appeal. It is matched with a new headlight layout with LED daytime running lights (DRLs) updated fog lights with revamped garnishes, and a new bumper, with the rear bumper getting a new garnish design. The base S and mid-spec V get 14-inch wheels (steel for S and alloy for V), while the top-spec variant is fitted with 15-inch RS design alloy wheels.
It comes with new exterior colors like this Electric Lime Metallic
Similar to the Indo-spec Brio, the local units are made available with a new exterior color called Electric Lime Metallic. It is offered in the V and RS Black Top only. The other new colors are Stellar Diamond Pearl (RS and RS Black Top) and Meteoroid Gray Metallic (S, V, and RS). Meanwhile, the carried-over options include Taffeta White, Rallye Red, and Phoenix Orange Pearl.
Interior
The Brio’s interior layout still looks familiar to the outgoing model. It comes standard with a keyless entry system, black fabric seats, manual airconditioning with a digital display, an ECO lamp, folding rear seats with adjustable headrests, a day & night rearview mirror, and a urethane shift knob.
The Brio now has Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
For a sportier finish, the Brio RS adds red accents to its black seats instead of grey accents found in the S and V variants. Moreover, the top-spec variant benefits from adjustable headrests for the front seats as the lower-end variants only have fixed headrests.
Tech & Safety
The seven-inch infotainment system is now standard across the range. Excluding the S variant, the said system now supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. While all variants are equipped with six speakers, only the RS variants add two tweeters.
The new Brio looks more prepared for the hatchback slugfest
In the safety department, the hatchback comes with driver & front passenger airbags, an anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), rear parking sensors, and an immobilizer. A security alarm is also available in the V and RS variants.
Engine
No changes were made under the hood as the facelifted Honda Brio is still powered by the same 1.2-liter inline-four SOHC i-VTEC gasoline engine capable of generating 89 horsepower and 110 Nm of torque.
The powertrain has been carried over
The transmission options are also carried over. While the Brio uses a five-speed manual transmission, the V and RS variants are installed with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). A front-wheel-drive (FWD) drivetrain system is standard across the range.
Price
Here is the price list for the full range of the 2024 Honda Brio:
- 1.2 S MT - Php 735,000
- 1.2 V CVT - Php 827,000
- 1.2 RS CVT - Php 853,000
- 1.2 RS Black Top CVT - Php 863,000
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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.
₱ 735,000 - ₱ 863,000
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