New details of Honda's HR-V have been confirmed ahead of its arrival in February 2015. The new vehicle will join the ranks in the small SUV classification going against existing models such as Nissan's Juke and Ford EcoSport, as well as newcomers like the CX-3 from Mazda.
The new SUV is based on the Honda Jazz and will be made available to the market in three trims: VTi, VTi-L and VTi-S - all powered by a 1.8 litre gasoline engine that runs on a CVT automatic transmission gearbox.
Some of the specs confirmed with the HR-V include LED rear lights, a standard reverse camera, daytime running lamps and 16-inch wheels in the VTi-S.
The top trim, VTi-L, will feature front and rear parking sensors, leather seats, a paddle-shift steering wheel, dual-climate air conditioning, and panoramic sunroof and will sit on 17-inch alloy wheels.
Honda also featured a new safety device on the new compact SUV; Lane Watch is a system that uses a small side-mirror camera to monitor what is in the left lane and display the car's blind spot when the left turn light is activated. It wil also feature the City-Brake Active System, which monitors the road ahead and will apply the brakes if it detects an imminent accident on the road ahead.
Here's a comprehensive list of specifications of the 2015 HR-V by model:
VTi
- 16 inch alloys
- LED tail lights
- Magic Seats
- Halogen headlamps
- Standard reverse camera
- 7 inch touchscreen
VTi-S
- 17 inch alloys
- Smart key entry
- Push button ignition
- Front fog lamps
- City-Brake Active System
- Lane Watch
- Auto wipers
- Roof rails
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
VTi-L
- 17 inch alloys
- Paddle shift steering wheel
- Panoramic sunroof
- Dual-climate control
- Chrome door handles
- Rear center arm rest
- Part-leather seats
Stay tuned to Franchise Herald for more news and updates on the 2015 Honda HR-V.
Source: Car Advice, Car Guide
