Honda enters popular Compact SUV segment in India

Honda enters popular Compact SUV segment in India

Lalit WadhwaniUpdated: Friday, May 31, 2019, 03:40 PM IST
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Japanese car major Honda India launched its ‘Bold and Versatile’ Compact SUV, the BR-V in both Diesel and Petrol fuel options in India.

The petrol variant is equipped with Honda’s extremely popular 16-Valve, 4-Cylinder 1.5-liter i-VTEC engine with new and exclusively developed 6-speed Manual Transmission and first-in-class Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The diesel variant is equipped with the 1.5 L i-DTEC diesel engine from Earth Dreams Technology series in 6 speed Manual Transmission.

Unique “Paddle Shift” option in the CVT variant provides the convenience of an automatic with enhanced driving pleasure of a manual and can be operated using the Sports Car inspired paddle switches located just behind the steering spoke.

 “India is a key market for Honda and as part of our business expansion; we are focusing on increasing our customer base with new model introductions.

The launch of BR-V marks Honda’s entry into the popular compact SUV segment. Customers can experience the outstanding appearance of an SUV and benefit from the versatility and comfort of its spacious 3 row interiors. We are confident that BR-V will strongly appeal to the customers and accelerate our growth while strengthening our brand presence in the country.” – Mr. Yoichiro Ueno, President & CEO, Honda Cars India Ltd.

Prices start from Rs. 8.75 Lacs onwards (Ex – Navi Mumbai)

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