Representatives Honda company announced that they will bring to market a completely new BR-V crossover. Let's consider its characteristics, parameters, configurations and cost.
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In August 2015, automaker Honda introduced a completely new and previously unknown BR-V crossover. The first feeling is that the car was designed from several already famous Honda SUVs. But still, both inside and outside the car is completely new.
As promised by the manufacturer, the BR-V turned out to be a compact crossover with attractive features, parameters and characteristics. The car is already available for sale in Asian countries, so let’s look at it in more detail. According to the manufacturer, sales of this car are not yet planned for Europe.
Car appearance
In appearance, the new BR-V crossover resembles the updated one, but the compact data changes the opinion. The front end is indeed made in the style of the HR-V but in compact dimensions.
A chrome insert was placed in the middle instead of the traditional radiator grille. The Honda emblem was placed in the central part, and under the chrome strip there was a small mesh insert in the form of a radiator grille.
The sporty look of the bumper with an additional, large mesh insert at its lower part says that the new BR-V will be a fast crossover and there will be enough under the hood powerful engine. The bumper itself and the additional airflow are designed in such a way as to improve the aerodynamics of the Honda BR-V and give it new compact dimensions.
On the sides of the bumper there are fog lights, and in the lower part there is a splitter, which also serves as engine protection. The front optics are typical for Honda cars, elongated with a slight grip on the side wings. For the BR-V V, the optics will be halogen, and for the BR-V SV, the optics will be LED-based. Also in the SV configuration there will be daytime running lights installed. running lights at the bottom of the bumper. The side of the car resembles a smaller HR-V crossover. Curved shapes of doors from front wheel and up to rear window gave the BR-V a new, sporty shape.
Due to the bends in back door in the glass area, the designers made a transition in the form of a small smooth step, which fits well into the new Honda crossover BR-V. Lovers of the classics will not appreciate this change, as it seems that rear end the crossover fails.
A total of two trim levels will be available: V and SV, both BR-V door handles I will be chrome plated. A black body kit is installed along the entire perimeter of the Honda BR-V; it well emphasizes the sporty style of the crossover. The designers installed chrome trim on the bottom of the doors.
Rear end crossover BR-V exactly repeats the shape Honda HR-V only in the compact version, one difference can be considered the curved shape of the body and the added stops between the headlights on the trunk lid. Rear optics for the V configuration it will be normal, but for the BR-V SV it will be based on LEDs. A spoiler is located on the top of the trunk lid, part of which is located on the crossover body. In other words, it was divided into three parts.
There is a wiper located on the trunk glass itself. In the middle of the BR-V trunk door, as in other crossovers from Honda, there is the company emblem; the designers added a chrome strip under the emblem. On the plus side, we can say that the tailgate opens completely and there is no step left at the bottom, which often gets in the way when transporting heavy or bulky cargo.
At the very bottom, the BR-V crossover is highlighted by a splitter with two rear foglights on the sides. At the very bottom you can see the exhaust pipe. There are two rails on the roof of the crossover for attaching a luggage rack or other accessories. An antenna for a radio was placed nearby.
By Honda dimensions BR-V small:
- length 4453 mm for 5 seats;
- length 4456 mm for 7 seats;
- width 1735 mm;
- height 1666 mm;
- crossover wheelbase 2655 mm;
- ground clearance - 201 mm.
Based on body color, the manufacturer offers:
- brown;
- silver;
- white;
- steel metallic;
- black.
The inner world of Honda BR-V
Interior compact crossover Honda BR-V is similar to the already known HR-V and CR-V. Convenient location of buttons and instrument panel make the trip pleasant and convenient.
As already mentioned, the buyer will have access to two HR-V V configurations for five seats (2 rows of seats) and an HR-V SV configuration for seven seats (3 rows of seats). It is worth immediately understanding that compact dimensions The crossover will not allow a fat or tall person to sit in the third row. Most likely the third row will be available for children or small man. The second row will allow an adult to sit and there will be enough legroom.
The front panel of the BR-V is made in modern style, and what catches the eye most is the instrument panel. The designers decided to leave it in a classic style with analog gauges and a small on-board computer display.
In the middle of the dashboard of the BR-V crossover there is a speedometer, on the left is a tachometer, and on the right is a fuel indicator, engine temperature, distance traveled and other information about the car. The steering wheel is made in the classic three-spoke design for Honda. On steering wheel multimedia control and airbag installed.
On the front of the BR-V to the side driver's door From the steering wheel there is a Start/Stop button for the engine, adjustment of the mirrors, buttons for turning on the fog lights and light control. For the SV configuration, a 6.1" color display was placed in the middle of the front panel, on which multimedia system, navigation maps, image from rear view camera and others useful features. The BR-V V has a standard audio system instead of a display.
There is a button next to the screen emergency stop. Above the display, the BR-V designers placed two openings to supply air into the car's interior.
Just below the display is the climate control panel. One small disadvantage of the BR-V can be noted: the opening and closing of the air supply damper from the street is adjusted mechanically using a lever. Many believe that with such a rich set of functions, it would be possible to make this process electronic at the touch of a button. A small shelf was placed even lower.
Near the gear lever, which is only available with an automatic transmission, there are two cup holders. Behind the gear lever there is a handbrake with a comfortable handle, which will allow you to quickly react at the right time.
The front panel of the Honda BR-V is made of high-quality plastic, with a texture very similar to leather. Near the air ducts there are plastic inserts that look like polished aluminum. The doors inside are also partially lined with high-quality plastic with soft inserts. The door handles are covered with high-quality leatherette. Regarding the interior colors, the manufacturer so far announces two colors: black and beige.
The seats of the Honda BR-V crossover are covered with leatherette or fabric, the front row is made in a sporty style, with flow around the sides. The second row can accommodate three passengers, while on the side front passenger The seat opens to allow passengers into the third row. For the SV model with the third row of seats, as mentioned, there is enough space for passengers of a small configuration. The third row can be folded flush with the trunk, thereby increasing its volume.
We can say that the interior turned out to be very good, a good and well-thought-out front panel and instrument panel, a comfortable interior and compact dimensions will make the train comfortable. A well-thought-out set of functions will not force the buyer to overpay for something that he may never use.
Characteristics of the Honda BR-V crossover
The Honda BR-V crossover will not please you with a wide variety of technical characteristics. As already mentioned, there will be two trim levels on the market, V and SV. The first BR-V V is standard with 5 seats and the second SV with 7 seats.
Both BR-V trim levels will be equipped with a 1.5-liter i-VTEC petrol engine with 16 valves. The engine will be paired with a CVT gearbox. The engine power is 117 horsepower, maximum torque 6000 rpm.
Acceleration of the crossover from 0 to 100 km/h will take 5.3 seconds. What will it be maximum speed, the manufacturer has not yet announced.
The BR-V will come standard with climate control, dual airbags, ABS, Bluetooth and power windows.
The improved SV equipment will please you with the presence of an engine Start/Stop button and automatic door closing when driving. The presence of an HDMI connector, the ability to communicate with a smartphone and a 6.1" multimedia display.
It is assumed that with such engine parameters and low weight for a crossover, the Honda BR-V will be playful and stable on the road.
Safety of the new BR-V
In terms of safety, engineers met all the parameters for the BR-V crossover. The standard model included ABS, SRS and EBD. It is also worth noting the presence of a system directional stability VSA, auxiliary system when HSA rises.
As representatives of Honda previously announced, airbags will be included in all models from 2016. standard configurations any model. It is also worth noting the presence of a standard alarm and central locking. For the SV configuration, you can use the key fob to open the trunk or start the engine.
The safety of both trim levels is almost the same; turn signals on the rear-view mirrors and an additional stop on the glass of the trunk lid are now considered standard equipment.
The crossover is a practical city car for enthusiasts active rest. The Honda company occupies a prominent position in this segment of the car market and offers a very diverse range of compact SUVs. And each such Honda crossover has its own characteristics.
Passport - the most passable car
The only one frame SUV V model range Honda cars are Honda Passport(produced in 1993-2002). It was a joint project between Honda and Isuzu; the first generation of these cars (1993-1997) was a copy of the Isuzu Rodeo jeeps and was intended for the North American market. In 1998-2002 a restyled version of the Passport SUV was produced with an improved exterior and more powerful engine. In 2002, cooperation with Isuzu was terminated and Honda switched to producing its own full-size SUV - the Honda Pilot.
Honda Passport is still running around Russian roads and off-road and collects rave reviews from car enthusiasts, although the jeep was not officially delivered to Russia. There are three modifications of this comfortable and powerful SUV, all with all-wheel drive:
2.6-liter i (120 hp)
3.2-liter V6 (177 hp)
3.2-liter V6 24V (205 hp)
CR-V is the most popular
The “comfortable recreational vehicle,” as the CR-V stands for, has become not just comfortable, but the best in its class. Successful combination power, efficiency, functionality, excellent ride quality with comparatively at an affordable price allowed it to become the best in terms of price and quality ratio among all available crossovers 2014 model year and win the “Best Cars for the Money” award. When determining the winner, not only the purchase price of the Jeep was taken into account, but also the average cost of ownership over the last 5 years.
The compact crossover Honda cr-v has been produced since 1995 and the current winner is already fourth generation this model:
I generation (RD1-RD3) - 1995-2001.
II generation (RD4-RD7) - 2001-2006.
III generation (RE1-RE5, RE7) - 2006-2011.
IV generation (RM1, RM3, RM4) - from 2011 to present
On domestic market The Honda SRV model is offered with a 6-speed manual transmission or 5-speed automatic transmission and two types of gasoline engines:
2.0 l (150 hp)
2.4-liter (190 hp)
Car owners note the excellent handling and ride comfort of the jeep, but not everyone is satisfied with the traction of the gasoline engine. Honda SRV with a diesel engine and a more explosive character is not yet supplied to Russia.
Vezel - the smallest
Any SUV in the photo looks impressive, even if it is the smallest in the lineup. The same applies to crossovers. This is exactly the “baby” from Honda that went on sale in Japan just before the start of the new year 2014. The subcompact crossover Honda Vezel is a city SUV, or “SUV”, combining compact dimensions with a spacious interior.
The new model is based on the concept of urban Honda jeep Urban SUV Concept, which was presented in 2013 in Detroit. According to the manufacturer, the Honda Urban concept embodies latest achievements in the development of technology and design of the company. In particular, there is an SUV version with hybrid engine from a gasoline and electric motor. The total power of the jeep is 152 hp. with a fuel consumption of about 3.7 liters.
Judging by the photo, Vezel's appearance practically replicates the sporty and dynamic design SUV prototype. There are only minor differences from the Honda Urban in the shape of the side mirrors and the texture of the bumpers. The new “brother of the jeep,” for now, is sold only in Japan, where it is available in 5 trim levels. It is expected that foreign markets(including to Russia) Honda Vezel will begin to be delivered in 2015, and under named Honda HR-V. Thus, Honda is going to revive the line of HR-V crossover models, which was produced in 1999-2006.
Crosstour - the most unusual
This “SUV” immediately stands out for its appearance - a kind of huge 5-meter hybrid of a hatchback, crossover and sedan. At the same time, it looks quite elegant, stylish and has excellent aerodynamic characteristics.
The Crosstour comes in two trim levels:
Basic Executive: front-wheel drive, Gas engine 2.4-liter (194 hp), 5 automatic transmission
top Premium with Premium+Navi modification (with navigation system): all-wheel drive, 3.5-liter gasoline engine (281 hp), 6 automatic transmission
The premiere of the new mini crossover from Honda took place on November 9, 2016 in the Brazilian city of Sao Paulo. The car is based on the Honda Jazz 3 platform, but is slightly larger in size and also has a sportier appearance and a rich level of equipment. The compact is intended for sale in India and North America.
Design of Honda WR-V 2017-2018
It is noteworthy that the name of the crossover stands for Winsome Runabout Vehicle, which literally translates as “ Beautiful car for walks." The appearance of the new product really turned out to be very attractive. It is equipped with compact LED headlights with LED filling, as well as an unusually shaped radiator grille.
The front bumper of the new product embodies a truly off-road look, thanks to a massive plastic protective lining. The same pads protect and rear bumper, thresholds, lower parts of doors and wheel arches miniature crossover.
In general, the silhouette of the body presents a fairly solid appearance, despite its compact dimensions. The company's engineers gave it harmonious proportions and an aerodynamic shape.
Interior decoration of Honda WR-V
The interior of the mini-crossover is still kept secret. Most likely, it will be very similar to the interior, or completely copy it. Of course, high-quality materials will be used for finishing. In addition, the arsenal will modern equipment for comfort and safety.
The front row seats are equipped with pronounced lateral support. The second row of seats also provides passengers maximum comfort, thanks to the wide possibilities of transformation.
Overall dimensions of the subcompact crossover Honda WR-V 2017-2018
New crossover has the following body dimensions:
- overall length – 3995 mm;
- overall width excluding external mirrors – 1750 mm;
- body height – 1570 mm;
- wheelbase length – 2600 mm;
- ground clearance - 17 cm.
Manufacturers report that, despite its compact dimensions, the car will have enough space in the cabin for comfortable placement in both the first and second rows of seats.
Configurations of Honda VR-B 2017-2018 model year
Among the standard and additional equipment auto, you can check the following options:
— Entertainment system with a 5-inch touch screen, interaction with mobile devices, navigation system, rear view camera and other functions;
— Informative instrument panel with on-board computer;
— Multifunction steering wheel with leather trim;
— Air conditioning system with touch control panel;
— Eight airbags;
- System emergency braking;
— Blind spot monitoring function;
— Reading marking lines and road signs.
Also, most likely, several interior design options will be available for the new product from Honda, with different color schemes and finishing materials.
Specifications
The body is built on a global platform for the B segment. This platform is widely used by the manufacturer; models such as the Honda Jazz, City and others are built on it.
Suspension – front independent with McPherson struts, rear – semi-independent with torsion beam. So far the project only has front-wheel drive. About whether it will be available for additional cost system all-wheel drive, not yet reported.
The engine range is presented the following models:
· Gasoline engines: 1.2 l. – 90 hp, 1.3 l. – 102 hp, 1.5 l. – 130 hp;
· Diesel engines: 1.5 l. – 150 hp, 1.6 l. – 120 hp
The choice of transmission is a 5- or 6-speed manual, as well as a CVT.
Start of sales and cost of Honda WR-V 2017-2018 model year
The new product from Honda will go on sale in the target market in the spring of 2017. Price basic configuration will be approximately 16.5 thousand dollars. Manufacturers expect that the WR-V will be able to compete in its segment. It has not yet been announced whether the car will be available to buyers from Russia and other countries.
Video Honda test WR-V 2017-2018:
Photos of the new Honda WR-V (VR-V) 2017-2018:
So, Honda CR-V 2013 model year. This is already the fourth generation of the popular crossover. Honda's main competitor is Toyota with its RAV4 crossover. But the cars are completely different and therefore their buyers will mostly be different. Let's say the RAV4 has a single-wheel drive transmission option, and the CR-V only has all-wheel drive. The Honda concern decided to import to Russia only all-wheel drive crossovers, although front-wheel drive versions are also sold in Europe.
By the way, on our website you can already find photos of the new Honda CR-V 2015 model year. 
The design of competing cars is completely different, not to mention the dimensions. If the new Rav4 has grown in size, increased ground clearance, then with the Honda CR-V everything is exactly the opposite. You can verify this at photo Honda CR-V, which are posted in our article. By the way, just below you will find photos of Honda CR-V interior and even its trunk with the seats folded down. Let's compare how the dimensions of the new product from Honda have changed compared to cars previous generation CR-V. The length of the new crossover was reduced by 5 mm to 4720 mm, the height was reduced by 30 mm to 1650 mm.
A main indicator for a crossover, which is why they buy it, the ground clearance has been reduced from 185 to 165 mm! On CR-V third generation, you could safely go to the country, but with the new crossover you have to be careful. The manufacturer explained these changes as a desire to improve stability, handling and aerodynamics. The body is now 9% stiffer, aerodynamic drag reduced by 6.5%.
Japanese designers, so that consumers would not notice the reduction in size, went for some technical tricks. Let's say sofas rear passengers lowered by 38 mm, and Windshield moved forward 6 centimeters. That is, inside new Honda The 2013 CR-V has not become smaller in volume. In addition, due to changes in the suspension design, it was possible to lower the trunk floor by 30 mm. The trunk volume itself is 589 liters (which is more than the RAV4), with the seats folded down this figure is 1669 liters.
Bye to Russian consumers There are two engine options available, this is a 2 liter petrol. with a power of 155 hp, a 2.2-liter turbodiesel with 150 horses, but a 2.4-liter engine will soon appear. petrol. This one power unit will be the most powerful.
As for the transmission, as written at the very beginning of the article, only 4x4 variants will be officially supplied to Russia, although single-wheel drive modifications will also be sold in other countries. Our consumers are offered a choice of 6-speed manual and 5-speed automatic. Engine: 4-cylinder, 16-valve, overhead camshaft, light alloy cylinder block with i-VTEC valve control system. Table with technical characteristics of the crossover Honda CR-V 2013 is given below.
Technical characteristics of Honda CR-V
Dimensions of Honda CR-V
- Length – 4570 mm
- Width – 1820 mm
- Height – 1685 mm
- Wheelbase, distance between front and rear axle– 2620 mm
- Front track and rear wheels– 1565 mm
- Trunk volume – 589 liters
- Fuel tank size – 58 liters
- Ground clearance or ground clearance is CR-V - 170 mm
- Tire size – 225/60R18
- Weight from 1535 kilograms
Engine Specifications Honda CR-V 2.0 DOHC i-VTEC
- Working volume – 1997 cm3
- Power Horse power– 150 at 6500 rpm
- Torque – 190 Nm at 4300 rpm
- Maximum speed – 190 (manual transmission) / 182 (automatic transmission) kilometers per hour
- Acceleration to the first hundred – 10.4 (manual transmission) / 12.8 (automatic transmission) seconds
- Fuel consumption in mixed cycle– 7.9 (manual transmission) / 7.7 (automatic transmission) liters
Engine Specifications Honda CR-V 2.4 DOHC i-VTEC
- Working volume – 2354 cm3
- Horsepower – 190 at 7000 rpm
- Torque – 220 Nm at 4300 rpm
- Maximum speed – 184 (automatic transmission 4WD) kilometers per hour
- Acceleration to the first hundred – 10.7 seconds (automatic transmission 4WD)
- Fuel consumption in the combined cycle – 8.4 (automatic transmission 4WD) liters
The price of the new CR-V starts at 1,159,000 rubles, for this money you will get Real Time 4WD all-wheel drive and a 6-speed manual transmission and a 2-liter engine. Minimum the price of a Honda CR-V with an automatic transmission is 1,269,000 rubles all with the same engine. This is in the Elegance package, which includes quite rich equipment. Dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, electric drive and heated mirrors, cruise control and 18-inch alloy wheels. In addition, with automatic transmission The car will have gear shift paddles on the steering wheel. The car will be equipped with a CD MP3 multimedia system with steering wheel controls and all sorts of advanced gadgets.
Top equipment LyfeStyle will have even more options, which can’t be counted all. But the prices are also higher. So the cost of a Honda crossover with a 2-liter engine in the most expensive configuration will be 1,329,000 and 1,399,000 rubles, for manual and automatic, respectively. Full list everyone prices and configurations of Honda-CR-V We look at 2014 a little lower. Although due to sudden changes in exchange rates, prices may change. After all, the Honda CR-V crossover is assembled for Russia at two factories. The version with the 2.0 engine is produced in the UK. And the CR-V version with a 2.4 engine is made in the USA.
Prices and configurations of Honda CR-V
- 2.0 Elegance 6MT – 1,159,000 rubles
- 2.0 Elegance 5AT – 1,269,000
- 2.0 Lifestyle 6MT – 1,329,000
- 2.0 Lifestyle 5AT – 1,399,000
- 2.4 Elegance 5AT – 1,339,000
- 2.4 Sport 5AT – 1,439,000
- 2.4 Executive 5AT – 1,519,000
- 2.4 Premium 5AT – 1,599,000
Video Honda-CR-V
Video of the operating principle of the Honda CR-V Real-time AWD.
Video crash CR-V test according to EuroNCAP. European test Honda crossover showed 5 stars. The test was carried out immediately after the car entered the market in 2013.
Well video test drive Honda CR-V.
To sum up everything written, we can say that the new crossover Honda car not bad. However, this car is not for everyone, especially when there are cheaper options. Of course, if you want to overpay for unique technologies Honda, then this crossover is for you. Actually everything Honda cars stand apart, they have their own regular fans. In our country, this brand cannot be called mass.
Remember the long and squat SUV Honda Crosstour? This five-door car based on the Accord was produced from 2009 to 2015 and was sold in many countries, including Russia. But the car did not gain much success even without unnecessary noise was dismissed. However, in China, Crosstour still has a follower - not just one, but two! Last spring, a coupe-shaped crossover debuted, and now its twin is presented under the symbol UR-V.
Both cars will be sold in parallel, but the Avancier will be released at joint venture GAC-Honda in Guangzhou, another joint venture, Dongfeng Honda from Wuhan, will produce the UR-V model. This is a common practice in China: different companies produce almost identical cars under different names. Honda already has several such Chinese twins: Vezel and XR-V SUVs, Odyssey and Elysion minivans, small City and Greiz sedans. And now there's the Avancier and the UR-V.
At the same time, the crossovers are noticeably different in appearance. Honda UR-V It not only has different bumpers and lighting equipment: almost all external body panels have been changed, with the exception of the roof, and the wheel arches have become less prominent. This had virtually no effect on the dimensions - however, the length increased by 9 mm, to 4825 mm.
The interiors, on the contrary, are almost identical: only the graphics of the instruments differ. On the second row there is royal space, and expensive versions There is three-zone climate control and an audio control panel in the rear armrest. In addition, the options include a roof with a panoramic view, LED headlights, all-round cameras and much more.
Technically, the Honda UR-V is no different from the donor. The crossover will hit the market with a two-liter turbo engine from a “hot” hatchback Civic Type R, derated to 272 hp, and a nine-speed automatic transmission with a push-button control panel. Drive - front or full. Later it will appear basic version with a 1.5 turbo-four (193 hp) of the new Earth Dreams family, which will be paired with a CVT.
Sales of the UR-V model will begin in mid-March, and in terms of price it should not differ much from its twin, which costs from 39 to 48 thousand dollars in China.
