Honda Cars India unveils 7-seater BR-V

HCIL plans to further strengthen sedan line up in India and reintroduce Honda Accord later this year.

GREATER NOIDA: Honda cars India today unveiled its seven-seater crossover utility vehicle 'BR-V' which has been exclusively developed for the Asian markets including India.

The vehicle is scheduled to be launched in the country this year.

India is the largest contributor to the Asia and Oceania region and the fourth largest contributor to Honda's automobile sales globally, Honda Motor Ltd President and CEO Takahiro Hachigo told reporters here at the Delhi Auto Expo 2016.

Speaking at the occasion, Katsushi Inoue President and CEO Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) said in 2015 the company achieved a record sales of two lakh units in a calender year.

"The launch of Honda BR-V and Accord in 2016 will help us accelerate our growth this year and also strengthen our brand in the country," Inoue said.

The company also showcased its flagship sedan Honda Accord at the Auto Expo.
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HCIL plans to further strengthen sedan line up in India and reintroduce Honda Accord later this year.

The company sells six models in the country including popular sedans like Amaze and City and premium sports utility vehicle CR-V.
Honda BR-V confirmed for India launch in 2016
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President & CEO of Honda Cars India Ltd. Katsushi Inoue, has confirmed that the Honda BR-V will launch in the Indian market "sometime in the next financial year".

He has said the "crossover vehicle" will be launched in petrol and diesel engines, because "India's a market that needs both fuel types."
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President & CEO of Honda Cars India Ltd. Katsushi Inoue, has confirmed that the Honda ..
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The Honda BR-V will be a direct rival to the hugely popular Hyundai Creta and Renault Duster.

Unveiled at the GIAAS 2015 in Jakarta in August, the Honda BR-V is based on the platform of the Honda Amaze, but gets a unique dashboard.

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The Honda BR-V will be a direct rival to the hugely popular Hyundai Creta and Renault Duster.

Unveiled at the GIAAS 2015 in Jakarta in August, the Honda BR-V is based on the platform of ..
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The Indonesian subsidiary, HPM (Honda Prospect Motor) has received over 2,500 orders and is currently running a nationwide roadshow displaying the BR-V to prospective customers ahead of its early 2016 launch in the archipelago.

For Indonesia, the Honda BR-V will be produced in Karawang, West Java, fitted with a 1.5-litre i-VTEC four-cylinder petrol engine developing 120 PS at 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm of torque at 4,600 rpm, paired to a new 6-speed manual or a CVT.

To be available in a total of 3 variants and 6 colours, prices will range between Rp. 230 million to Rp. 265 million (Rs 10.83 lakh and Rs 12.48 lakh).

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The Indonesian subsidiary, HPM (Honda Prospect Motor) has received over 2,500 orders and is currently running a nationwide roadshow displaying the BR-V to prospective customers ahead of its early 201..
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For the Indian market, Honda could use the 1.5-litre i-DTEC engine from the Amaze, but a report discussed the launch of a new 1.6-litre i-DTEC engine on the BR-V.

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For the Indian market, Honda could use the 1.5-litre i-DTEC engine from the Amaze, but a report discussed the launch of a new 1.6-litre i-DTEC engine on the BR-V.

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The petrol model would be strapped with the 1.5-litre i-VTEC serving the Honda City.

The company's second factory in Tapukara, Rajasthan, will reportedly manufacture this vehicle from A..
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At the tape, the BR-V is 4,455 mm in length, 1,735 mm in width, 1,650 mm in height and 2,660 mm in wheelbase with a ground clearance of 200 mm.

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At the tape, the BR-V is 4,455 mm in length, 1,735 mm in width, 1,650 mm in height and 2,660 mm in wheelbase with a ground clearance of 200 mm.

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Honda has confirmed that the Indonesian-spec BR-V will ride on 16-inch alloy wheels and have seats for 7 occupants.

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When asked about the competitors, Hiroyuki Shimizu, Director & SVP – Marketing & Sales, HCIL said "Pricing is a big issue, and we haven't decided the price as investigations are on. A lot of SUVs are..
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