2023 Honda BR-V launched within the Philippines – 1.5L NA; CVT, 6MT; 4 variants; Honda Sensing; from RM87k

After occurring sale in Thailand and Indonesia, the second-generation Honda BR-V has now been launched within the Philippines. First making its world debut again in September 2021, the seven-seat crossover is obtainable in 4 variants, particularly the S MT, S CVT, V CVT and VX CVT Honda Sensing, with costs starting from 1.09 to 1.39 million Philippine pesos (RM87,009 to RM110,956).

All variants get the identical engine, which is a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder petrol unit pushing out 121 PS (119 hp or 89 kW) at 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm of torque at 4,300 rpm. The i-VTEC mill drives the entrance wheels through a CVT or a six-speed guide, with each transmissions being the identical as what’s accessible in Indonesia.

Primarily based on a lately concluded gasoline economic system run carried out in partnership with the Car Affiliation Philippines (AAP), the BR-V in V CVT guise registered 24.71 km/l, adopted by the VX CVT Honda Sensing with 23.49 km/l and the S CVT with 22.62 km/l. Based on Honda Vehicles Philippines, testing concerned operating the vehicles for 128 km of freeway driving, with speeds of between 60 and 80 km/h at 1,500-2,000 rpm, and air-conditioning set at 24 levels Celsius temperature and primary fan velocity.

When it comes to equipment, the bottom S MT and S CVT include full LED headlamps, LED DRLs, LED taillights, 16-inch steelies (with 215/60 profile tyres), a multi-info instrument cluster show, a seven-inch touchscreen head unit (with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), 4 audio system, guide air-conditioning, keyless entry and begin, material seats, 4 airbags (twin entrance and sides), ABS, EBD, Car Stability Help, Hill Begin Help, a reverse digicam and speed-sensing auto door lock.

The S CVT additionally will get distant engine begin, which is absent for the guide variant. Stepping as much as the V CVT, the BR-V positive aspects 17-inch alloys (with 215/55 profile tyres), computerized air-conditioning, leather-based upholstery, rear parking sensors and walk-away auto lock.

In the meantime, the range-topping VX CVT builds upon the V by gaining two extra audio system for a complete of six, twin entrance curtain airbags for a ultimate depend of six, Honda LaneWatch and the Honda Sensing suite of methods. These embody adaptive cruise management, autonomous emergency braking, auto excessive beam, lane preserve help, highway departure mitigation and lane departure warning.

5 colors are supplied for the BR-V, with Lunar Silver Metallic and Meteoroid Gray Metallic being accessible for all variants. Tafetta White is reserved for the S grades, whereas Crystal Black Pearl can solely be had with the V CVT and S CVT. The V CVT and VX CVT additionally acquire a brand new and unique Premium Opal White Silver Pearl, though this hue prices a further PHP20,000 (RM1,595).

Given the recognition of the unique BR-V in Malaysia, it’s extensively anticipated that the second-generation mannequin will arrive on our shores. Like in Thailand, the brand new BR-V additionally prices extra within the Philippines than earlier than, and we will assume the identical will occur when and if the seven-seat crossover comes right here.

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