Nteriors
The BR-V gets a seven-seat arrangement and three-row configuration and Honda claims class-leading levels of space with this vehicle. The interior is all-black and the dashboard gets silver accents to add a dash of premium. It gets automatic climate control with separate blower for rear passengers and steering mounted audio controls. The three-pod instrument cluster gets the rev-counter on the left, the speedometer at the centre and a multi-function display embedded in the right-most dial. The centre console gets a 2-DIN audio system with AUX, USB and Bluetooth inputs but misses out on the much expected touch-screen.
Exteriors
The BR-V stands for Bold Runabout Vehicle and is developed by Honda R& D Asia Pacific Co. Ltd. ( HRAP) , in Thailand, for the Asian markets. Based on the Mobilio or stretched Brio platform, it stands tall with a high ground clearance and wider front and rear tracks. Cosmetically, the BR-V shouts out its sporty looks with the fascia sporting a wide chrome grille, projector headlamps, a large air dam, round fog lamps and chiselled bumpers. The aggressive presence is further increased by the large alloy wheels and high roof rails. The rear sports wrap-around tail lamps that extend under the wind screen and the registration plate is placed at a lower level similar to the Creta. The black body cladding all over also adds to the sporty character.
Engine & Performance
The Honda BR-V is powered by the 1.5-litre, four-cylinder, i-VTEC mill with the availability of a six-speed manual and a CVT transmission. The 118bhp petrol engine develops 145Nm of torque. There will also be the tried and tested 1.5-litre diesel mill from the Mobilio, which comes mated to only the six-speed manual gearbox and develops 99bhp of power and 200Nm of torque.
