Honda Brio RS CVT Special Edition kicked off at 2017 GIIAS

The Honda Brio 2021-2022 is the Japanese automaker's entry to the local hatchback segment alongside the newly-introduced Honda City hatchback. It is considered to be the small hatchback option, while the new City hatchback is on the more premium option of the brand. In consideration of its price points ranging from PHP 601,000 to PHP 730,000, the small hatchback is regarded as the entry-level vehicle of the Japanese carmaker. It is available in three 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 3,815 mm in length, 1,680 mm in width, and 1,485 mm in height. Rivals in the hatchback segment include the Toyota Wigo, Kia Picanto, and Suzuki Swift.

In Thailand, Honda first introduced the Brio in 2011 in response to a government-funded eco-car program. While in India, the small hatchback was produced by Honda's subsidiary company known as Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL). The manufacturing process took place in its facilities in Greater Noida. Most of the parts used to make the model were brough from Indian suppliers. And in 2014, HCPI debuted the Honda Brio in the local market which provided Filipino car buyers with an affordable and sporty-looking hatchback. The PH-spec model is currently on its second-generation version and consists of the base S variant, mid-spec V variant, and top-of-the-line RS variant.