Honda HR-V - Key highlights
Honda HR-V has been providing decent sales figures to Honda in the compact crossover SUV segment in Malaysia for quite some time now. And after the recent update in 2019, the HR-V has become that much better than its outgoing model. It now gives a tougher competition to its rivals.
Available in a total of four variants - 1.8L E, 1.8L V, 1.5L V Hybrid, and RS - Honda HR-V price starts at RM 108,800 for its base model and goes all the way up to RM 124,800 for its range-topping RS trim. So in that price range, what good does the Honda HR-V provide? The following are some of its key highlights.
Stunning performance
Powering the HR-V is Honda’s 1.8-litre -VTEC SOHC engine which has been tuned to churn out a max power of 142 PS at 6500 revs and generate 172 Nm of peak torque 4300 revs. These are some healthy figures and can be felt while driving the HR-V. Enthusiasts might get irritated with the CVT but Honda has provided the solution to the problem they itself created - paddle shifters.
For those who don’t know, the HR-V also comes in a Hybrid variant that has a combination of a 1.5-litre petrol engine that puts out 130 bhp and 156 Nm, and an electric motor which generates 30 bhp and 130 Nm. Also, the transmission is a 7-speed DCT. However, many people are still very sceptical about hybrid cars. What’s your take on it? Let us know in the comments.
Also read: Honda HR-V Hybrid - Full details
Attractive looks
You have to agree that the Honda HR-V is one of the best-looking cars in its segment. Honda has done a fantastic job with this one. At the front, we are welcomed by a pair of gorgeous LED headlights that are accompanied by LED DRLs. Honda has also added a set of LED fog lamps to complete the front lighting. Even at the rear, the combination lamps are full-LED units. Some of the other interesting exterior elements are-
- Honda’s signature front grille
- Dual-tone alloy wheels
- Sporty rear door handles
- Side skirting
- Subtle character lines on the doors
Class-leading space
We must say that even after being a compact crossover SUV, Honda HR-V has a really good amount of interior space. Honda claims that it has a class-leading space that can accommodate all of its occupants without any discomfort. Also, the seats can be folded in numerous ways - utility mode, long mode, tall mode - which allow fitting in different types and sizes of luggage. Coming to the boot space, it is indeed big and its low floor and wide opening makes loading and unloading effortless.
Feature-laden interior
Apart from providing interior space, Honda has also ensured that its HR-V customers don’t feel left out when it comes to the interior features. Perhaps, that’s why the HR-V has a long feature list. Some of them are-
- Smart Entry with Push Start Button
- ECON Button
- Power Adjustable Door Mirrors
- Power Retractable Door Mirrors
- One-Touch Lane Change
- Advanced Multi-Information Combination Meter
- 8-Way Driver Power Seat
- 6.8-in display audio
- Ambient meter with 7 different colours
- Hands-free telephone steering switch
- Leather gear shift lever
- Sport pedals
Impressive safety features
We are glad to report that Honda has also impressed us with the kind of safety features it has implemented in the HR-V. For instance, some of its key safety features are Honda LaneWatch, Hill-start assist, Multi-angle reverse camera, Vehicle stability assist, and Auto brake hold. Apart from these, the following are some of the basic safety features the HR-V comes with-
- ABS with EBD
- Emergency stop signal
- Dual front SRS airbags
- Side airbags
- Side curtain airbags
- Electric parking brake
- G-CON
So these were some of the key highlights of the latest Honda HR-V. Of course, all the aforementioned features will vary depending on the variant you pick. If you own a Honda HR-V, do let us know in the comments, which is your favourite feature. And stay tuned to Zigweels Malaysia for all the latest news and updates.
Also read: Honda HR-V: Maintenance guide
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