Honda’s latest addition to the vast family is HR-V, getting launched in the South African market. Quite spacious inside, this compact HR-V, urban crossover will start its run in local showrooms by the end of this month. Honda, the Japanese car maker company, has centred its special attention towards providing comfortability and ample of space on the interiors along with magic seat system which allows a generous 60:40 split among the bench seat at the rear to let it readjusted in a different way to provide some additional space. This magic seat system also caters to other two Honda vehicles, Civic and Jazz. It also adds flexibility and practicality to the interior as it is quite helpful in creating different combination options between the cargo and the passengers. Although the standard seat system is also there to serve the customers who likes their interiors to be a little more traditional.

Offering three different modes, Honda’s Magic seat system is a unique system that has been largely embraced by the customers for quite some time now. In the utility mode of the said system, the rear seatbacks can be forwarded to the front as the seat base gets lowered into the rear foot well, resulting in a flat floor that gets measured at 1845 mm. On the other hand, the tall mode, works towards raising the front of the rear seat base and locks it in a vertical position, creating an additional interior space to conveniently set tall objects behind the front seats. Coming to the long mode, what it does to create extra space is that it folds the co-driver’s seat backwards while folding the rear seat forward to make way for a ‘tunnel’ like space to make it comfortable to store object as long as 2455 mm.

Available in two models, HR-V provides a unique line of features and specs such as air conditioning, mirrors and windows powered by electricity, cruise control, remote central locking, a multi information trip computer system and a steering wheels carrying out many different functions other than the standard ones  it is meant for.

Infotainment system is extensively exquisite, with two different models proving a seven inch and a 5 inch LCD touchscreen monitor separately with Bluetooth connectivity, hands free mobile service and audio streaming comes standard with both models. Also, laced with electricity, powered parking brake and the auto brake hold function, Honda’s latest car is quite tech savy and allows the passenger to feel comfort while going on long drives. Along with highly stylized interior functions come safety features that are quite extraordinary as well. Inertia reel seatbelts, six airbags, the ACE (advanced compatibility engineering) body, ABD- anti lock brakes, emergency stop signal assist, emergency brake assist, hill start assist along with a vehicle stability assist promises a very safe ride to the passengers.

Already powering jazz, Honda’s very favourite 4-cylindered 1497 cc engine offers the intense maximum power of 88 Kw with highest torque of 145 Nm, in one model.

For the upper model, Honda chose a 1799 cc four cylinder engine, with 105 kW of maximum power with a torque of 172 Nm.

Honda Motor Corporation has finally settled the clash with national supervisors by agreeing on the $24 million refund to the range of borrowers whom they had charged higher interest rates compared to their ‘white’ counterparts spurring the allegations of discrimination on racial grounds.

The Los Angeles Times states that a category of the agreement officials vowed to bring about a transformation in the ways of pricing loans for dealership mark-ups. Current rating policies are estimated to have cost Latino, Asian and African borrowers over $250 higher taxes than the standard rates applicable to the ‘whites’ for auto loans.

Honda has been accused abusing the financing practices that allow dealerships to mark the individual loans. The company’s illegal discrimination has not only triggered legal unrest but also, enraged the victim communities. Honda is facing a tough time from social enthusiasts of from various parts of the World including Los Angeles itself.

Records have already proved that Honda had been charging minority car purchasers a higher rate of tax on their loans compared to that of the non-minority purchasers with the same credit histories.

The respective authorities from the company are being assigned the job of contacting the borrowers and issuing them their refunds for the extra money paid. Honda has agreed to pay $1 million to finance an education program on automobile loans for the minority communities.

Honda is the ninth largest auto loan lender of the country and has had to agree to limit their dealer mark-up liberties to 1.25 percent point for a loan of up to 5 years and a 1 percent point for any tenure longer than that.

The company has also had a tiff with government agencies regarding their methodology of the determination of auto pricing for minority groups. The company chose to term it has ‘a difference of opinion’ while also claiming that ‘fair lending’ is a crucial matter that needs immediate addressing.

The Justice Department and the bureau of consumers have been focusing closely on the issue of racial discrimination in the auto lending industry for quite a few years now. The last popularly known case of a similar discrimination was in 2013, when the Ally Financial Inc. had to agree to pay $98 million in order to compensate for similar allegations.

The company however maintains that they ‘strongly oppose’ any kind of discrimination and that they believe their money lending policies have remained ‘fair and transparent’. They want to account for the irregularities in loan prices to the individual mark-up system they are entitled to. Hence, the limitation on their financing policies.

The verdict on the mark-up cap is a major breakthrough regarding the problem of uncontrolled discrimination against various minority communities. This problem can finally be spotted and curbed.

Disappointed officials and citizens claim that the case is not a story of a victory, but only an indication of many such instances of discrimination going on uncontrolled on a large scale with nothing to be done about it. Though the issue is settled, the bottom line remains, the problem should not have occurred in the first place.

Honda HR-V is a compact SUV from Honda that is reasonably priced at $24990. You get features like entertainment system with LCD, reversing camera, and automatic transmission in this price. But when these features are available as standard fitments in Mazda CX-3 that is much cheaper at $19990, you start to cringe. However, you feel you are getting full value of money with features like climate control, remote mirror and windows, alloy wheels, and a powerful engine that gives a superb performance.

Honda CR-V is powered by 4 cylinder 1.6 liter engine that produces a power of 105kW and a torque of 172Nm. It accelerates to 60kmph within a few seconds. Continuous variable transmission in this car gives a quiet and fluid performance. In fact, CR-V is so zippy that it makes driving in heavy traffic conditions a very easy job. Though it loses some of its fizz as it moves to a high speed of 100kmph, driving CR-V is still lots of fun. All in all, you get a lot of riding comfort whether you are driving slowly or at a fast speed.

Another good feature of CR-V is its easy navigation at slow speeds. This makes parking the car in tight spaces an easy job. Park brakes are light and quick and the efficient reversing camera takes all the stress out of parking the car in a packed parking station. Though the video is good, it does not have a great resolution.

As far as fuel consumption is concerned, Honda CR-V is quite good considering it has a powerful engine. Driving it on all sorts of roads, it gave a mileage of 7.4l/100km. Though this mileage is higher than the mileage of 6.6l/100km claimed by the company, it is still quite good give the traffic conditions these days.

Honda CR-V has a LED that glows when you are driving efficiently. It is a great way to make you drive smoothly so that the car also gives a smooth performance. Though one need not necessarily keep looking at this LED all the time, a glance at the glowing LED assures the driver that he is driving efficiently.

As far as interiors are concerned, you get a feeling that everything is well organized ad does not protrude or offend in any way. The touch controls on the infotainment system are highly capacitive and make your job very easy while driving. It is the seating system of CR-V that is the highlight of the interiors of this car. You can sit comfortably ad also fold rear seats to create additional space whenever required. It is this versatility of CR-V that makes it very attractive for the consumers. For families that carry lot of items when moving out, this flexibility means a lot.

Honda CR-V has a zippy acceleration and a powerful engine. It also gives decent mileage. It has all modern features but it looks a little bit pricey. Also, there is no AWD which should be offered in this price range.

The Honda HR-V is a small but urban SUV, which means that it is not a bulky SUV, but has all the features that make it a great SUV with the added benefit that it is ideal for tight urban corners. This ‘SUV’ is Honda’s answer to the some of the old stalwarts such as GM’s Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, and some new comers such as the Mazda CX-3, Jeep renegade, and Fiat 500X.

Honda HR-V

The cool factors of the HR-V:

The look of the car is definitely a plus point. The sides of the car curve up to meet up at the roof and the rear door handles are cleverly camouflaged to make the car look more like a two-door rather than what it is, a four-door car.  This makes the car look smaller than what it is meant to be and this is definite selling point for the car. The fuel consumption is extremely low i.e. 30 m.p.g (miles per gallon).

The car has a great six speed manual transmission which is a rare feature as not many manufacturers offer it. One of the few manufacturers that still offer manual transmission is Honda. The transition from gear to gear is so smooth that it glides between gears. The lack of gadgets is another plus point because it compensates by giving it a good engine and manual transmission. The cup holder has a variable bottom so that a cup of almost any size can fit in without many problems.  The USB and other ports have a cozy location under the dashboard so that they don’t get in the way.

The car feels neither cramped nor compromised and gives the impression of roominess as compared to the older models from GM and Chevrolet. But not all is hunky-dory with the Honda HR-V. There are a few flaws in the design. The design make it look more compact, but thanks the curved rear, visibility is poor outside the rear windows.

The USB ports are under the console space and are nearly impossible to see. It is next to impossible to find the USB Ports while driving and it is a task to find them even when stationary. It is more like playing darts, you have to keep at it and hope that you hit the target. One solution around that is to keep special wires just for the car, but if you move your devices among you vehicles, then it is a chore to keep finding the ports.

If you don’t go for the manual transmission, you are sentenced to a CVT (automatic transmission) and it is a far less enjoyable drive as compared to the manual transmission. The volume control on you music system has a touch screen and it is hard to use without taking your eyes off the road. This is potentially dangerous; the car also has a secondary volume controller on the steering wheel which is a far better option than the touch screen option.

The voice recognition is not at all great as it did not recognize the voice. Connectivity is better, but that does not make up for the second rate voice recognition. Even though there are flaws in the design and the working of the car, it still has a lot of positives and they outweigh the negatives.

The leading Japanese car maker Honda, is again in the media for one of its classic and beautiful models in the SUV Segment. The Honda HR-V is one of the latest models which is currently ruling the roads of the UK and Mexico. There are a number of outstanding features introduced with this vehicle which have made it one of the most popular vehicles in the SUV segment. According to the company vision the model possesses some innovative features which are usually present in high premium vehicles only. These features are the primary drivers of the popularity of the model. There are many Honda fans who await this model to hit in their market so that they can have a look at the features and if fits go for its purchase.

The features have made this model win the Car of The year Award. It is also considered as one of the most awaited car in the auto market. Hence, considering the popularity of the model one must be eager to know what kind of features it has. Well, the most important feature is one which helps the rider to enjoy the ride with infotainment. This vehicle has the latest Android powered screen. Being the most powerful and demanded OS the use of Android is not hid from anyone in the modern days. All those features which one can have on his smart phone are now available in this model which also enhances the utility of the model to many folds. One can simply touch the screen of the system and do whatever he wants with various applications available there.

Though it is a small SUV, but its seats are crafted in such a way that can provide the rider maximum space as well as a comfortable ride. The leather seat allows one to have the most beautiful experience of riding. Hence, even after a long drive one can feel like refreshing activity than a long drive. If a model is talked about features obviously one has to consider the power of the engine also which is the key factor. The model is available in two variants of petrol and diesel and has a powerful engine fitted in both the variants. The petrol model is available with 1.51FWD while the diesel model is available with 1.61 FWD which can lead the model on the roads without any compromise on driving side. The model also has tremendous boot space which also helps one to have comfort while riding and driving the model.

The best part of this model is pricing. The model has no doubt premium features, but the company has kept very reasonable price of the model. Though there is no official declaration, but according to market sources, it will be available between 18000 to 25000 pounds. The model also has dual-zone climate control which is also a necessary feature for the western countries. Hence over all the model is nothing but simply a true attraction to SUV lovers from the Honda.

There are many models launched by the leading Japanese automobile company Honda in the market. The company is much known for its vehicle features, Interior, Exterior, and technology. Recently the company has launched some models in the SUV segment, which has again raised a discussion to have a review of its different SUVs in the market. The much known SUV from Honda is its CR-V, which has not played a role of a tough competitor in the market, but also had won the heart of millions of customers by its specifications, look and features. However, to have some more SUV in this segment company discontinued it in 1999. The SUV was as per the auto experts much ahead of its time, but was favored by many due to its lower emission than set standards by the authority also.

Honda HR-V

But with such one more SUV the Honda is again prepared to rule the road. The new SUV has more added features such as Magic Seat System, which provides excellent room while traveling. The seats can be adjusted in different 18 ways, which makes it much useful for the traveler. The new SUV is named as HR-V and available in various four variants which are-Vti, VTi-S, VTi-L, and VTi-L ADAS. The prices of the vehicles vary as per the model.

The ADAS is an advanced safety feature for the driver, which warns in the case it feels risky about forward collision warning, High-beam Low-beam support, and unintentional lane departure while moving the vehicle. The design of this SUV is also beautiful with compact design. The latest technology LED lighting, LED headlamps, and daytime running light setting are some of the important lighting characteristics of this SUV. The huge inner space provides a different experience of traveling in it. Bold grille, concealed handles, and when arches provide a smooth experience riding the vehicle.

The impressive soft interior made of fabric provides a better experience of lifetime memorable experience. There are other models, which have leather upholstery in it. It offers a variety of –inch features such as connectivity to 7-inch touch screen and audio device, which can work on iOS, as well as Android technology, Siri, HDMI audio, as well as video playback, provides fantastic entertainment.

It has a 1.8 litre four-cylinder single head, overhead engine that provides a smooth experience while in auto transmission also. The 172Nm torque at 4300 revs provides the quality and capacity of the engine. The engine also provides for low emission of Carbon Dioxide than the limits offered by the authorities. The best part is whatever the company has claimed in its marketing material, is all true in the real situation also, which provides one about the strict regulations followed by the company.

So far as the feature of driver’s safety is concerned, it provides Hi-beam support camera, which can monitor the speed of the vehicle moving ahead and guide accordingly. The driver is also guided if he is driving the vehicle at the wrong speed with the illuminated speedometer.

Honda is a highly valuable automobile unit, and has produced class-performing luxury cars; the company has conquered various markets from hatchbacks, sedans, compact sedans to sport utility vehicles. The competition power of the global automobile market is fierce, and to emerge immensely robust, the company is strengthening its sport utility vehicle market to a whole new level with the 2016 HR-V.

Honda HR-V

According to reports, the company is aiming to reinvent the style and power of a sport utility vehicle market through 2016 HR-V. It does sound intriguing, and Honda is using the ‘better and more’ strategy, which is certainly a selling punch line.  HR-V is a superbly fashionable car, and it is the best gift ever for those who crave for a relaxed vacation, and a group of people who have driven the car have given their opinion.

The car was driven through the sandy shores of Miami Beach, and the admirable characteristics were the street smart maneuverability, intense visibility and flexible in town driving. The new HR-V has the same manufacturing platform as 2015 Fit, with regard to mileage, body robustness. The interiors are grand and vastly spacious, and the second row has Magic seats.

The 2016 HR-V was displayed in grand style at the prestigious Los Angeles Auto Show, and it was an awe-inspiring sight. The vehicle had creative traits that were untouched, the selling factor was the design, and it has a coupe like styling filled with incredible styling ridges.  Honda has engineered the car with an advanced (AWD) All-Wheel Drive technology, and the fierce engine power is contributed by the advanced 1.8 liter i-VTEC SOHC gasoline engine linked to CVT six speed manual gearbox.

Honda is keen to re-invent the compact SUV market with 2016 HR-V, and it is a firm strategy indeed. The compact SUV market is a vastly flourishing sector, and the current market is dominated by Renault Duster and Ford EcoSport. The other big new launch by Honda is Fit, the design outline of HR-V draws inspiration from Fit.

The 2016 HR-V is the perfect family car, the inner space according to reports, is spacious beyond imagination and on the rear is Magic Seat. The phrase ‘Magic Seat implies that the seats can be folded many ways, in order to increased boot space. It is a really convenient arrangement; occupants can even lift one of the seats, to tuck in a large item beneath.

Honda has achieved world-wide fame with CR-V, and now it plans to rediscover a whole new amazing compact SUV world with the 2016 HR-V. It is an amazingly fashionable car, and a representation of fashion at its very best. The outline of the body is well-proportioned, and it has arty cuts and ridges and it accentuates the aesthetic build of the car.

It is classy looking from all angles, and the wheel arch too sports a unique design, the car has arrived on Thailand shores, but an Indian launch is yet uncertain. The 2016 HR-V will work well with the public in India, and let’s hope news of an Indian launch is announced soon.

Honda has introduced its stunning new SUV in Malaysia, the all new HR-V, with such a stylish car on sale; the company is certainly banking on admirable profits. It hopes to sell around 700 units a month, and it is rolled out at an initial price of RM 99,800. Who wouldn’t want to buy the new HR-V and the booking figures have crossed the milestone 1,500 booking mark.

Honda HR-V

The phrase HR-V sounds new and catchy and so is the abbreviation that defines the core nature of the car at first sight. It stands for Hip and Smart Runaround Vehicle, and is slated between entry level sedans and upper range sport utility vehicles (SUV’s). The SUV market is flourishing in Malaysia, in just five years the segment has witnessed a remarkable 74% growth and the market share volume has risen by 4.7%.

Many of us would dream of a plush SUV, and there can’t be anything better than HR-V, and according to the chief operating officer and president of Honda Malaysia, ‘’the only missing element of the SUV market is a compact model and it is a bridge between entry level sedans and higher end sport utility vehicle.’’

HR-V runs on a potent 1.8 litre mill and there are three variants on offer, V, E and S (form high-end to the basic model) and the prices of each is RM 118,800, RM 108,800 and RM 99,800. The prices are on road inclusive of insurance. The interiors are packed with richness with one touch signal and cruise control, smart entry with push start button, state-of-the art seven inch display audio and world class touch panel auto air-conditioning.

The HR-V sounds like a sensational buy indeed, apart from Malaysia; it is a sight of attraction in Thailand. An Indian launch is not yet certain and sources are anticipating its arrival into the country. For some interesting piece of information about the car, it is Honda’s first venture into the sub compact SUV market.

Anyone will be stunned by the mere sight of HR-V, it looks incredibly stunning and sophisticated, and the Indian crowd will surely be totally fascinated with it. Honda has not mentioned of its plan to launch the car in India, and even though majority of the population would want it. Lucky ones in Malaysia can get a grand taste of the compact SUV, because there is nothing more stylish and glossy.

For those who are disappointed of the uncertainty of HR-V launch in India, there is a list of interesting new Honda cars to look forward to. Watch out for the upcoming Honda Vezel and Honda Jazz in 2015 and the intriguing launches of 2016 are Honda Civic diesel, Honda XS-1 Concept, Honda Tif, Honda CR-V diesel, Honda NSX, Honda Accord hybrid and Honda Accord diesel.

HR-V will surely sell like wildfire in Malaysia; let’s hope news of Indian launch surfaces soon, because it is going to be a cracker of a launch.

Honda has worked wonders with its revolutionary i-DTEC diesel engine technology first introduced in Amaze compact sedan. It was the company’s first diesel project and the engine generates world class mileage of 25.8kmpl. Amaze was an instant blockbuster success and the diesel engine technology is among the prime selling features of the car along with trendy exteriors and comfortable interiors.

Honda HR-V

Analyzing the enormous success generated by Amaze, Honda decided to incorporate the i-DTEC power train into the all new City. It moves on a class performing 26kmpl mileage, and it too turned out to be a massive hit, since inception in early 2014 till now, it is the highest selling model of Honda. The company has then inserted the i-DTEC engine into Mobilio multipurpose vehicle that launched sometime in 2014 July.

Now sources are wondering if Honda will build a diesel car fitted with 1.5 liter i-DTEC diesel engine. After all it has churned heaps of fortunes for Honda, there are so many potent engines in the market, but the 1.5 liter i-DTEC mill has done magical wonders. It is a challenge to build a powerful engine and later on garner heaps of profits centered on the mill. There are economic pressures that hinder sale movement, even though a power train is highly powerful, fluctuations in fuel prices play a major role in profit generation.

A couple of years ago, a massive crowd surrounded diesel vehicles in showrooms, because it was the more cost-effective fuel. It was the time when the fierce 1.5 liter i-DTEC engine did wonders; the drive mechanism is so smooth and efficient, to an extent that it enabled Honda to be among the top five most profitable automobile segments in the market. Brio is a popular hatchback in India, its presence has been strong since inception, it is among the most stylish cars in the market.

Step on the roads and there are several Brio cars, at present the vehicle is sold with petrol fuel only. Many people will wonder if Honda will really launch a 1.5 liter i-DTEC diesel Brio, analyzing the huge success outcomes of Amaze, City and Mobilio, it does seem possible. An overload of revenues has been generated with the 1.5 liter i-DTEC engine alone. The company has recorded month after month profits, despite the pressures of the constrained economy, while many other esteemed firms have been struggling to generate desired outcomes.

Honda created history in 2014 December, it made gigantic 163% gains, it is a celebration moment for the company, because it has re-written history when the economy drifted towards a downturn. So much of profits and acclaim is generated from the 1.5 liter i-DTEC engine alone. It is a risk to strategize new plans under the circumstance of a downsized economy, and it was the time when the company decided to build the 1.5 liter i-DTEC engine into Amaze. It was a risk that transformed into miraculous fortunes.

The competition pressure of the car industry has only increased in recent times, so it is possible for Honda to manufacture a 1.5 liter i-DTEC mill into the Brio. Most of us would certainly want it.

Japanese car major Honda Motor has commenced registering bookings for its new HR-V SUV in the Malaysian car market. Honda has already unveiled the HR-V crossover officially in Malaysia and is now showcasing the vehicle around the country through road shows in order to garner maximum customer interest before the vehicle is actually launched in the country. The new Honda HR-V compact SUV will be officially launched in Malaysia for sale in February, 2015.

Honda HRV

The new Honda HR-V compact crossover is essentially the Honda Vezel SUV that has already gone on sale in Honda’s home market, Japan last year. The HR-V will be equipped with a 1.8 liter iVTEC petrol motor that is capable enough to churn out a max power output of 139 hp at 6,500 rpm and a peak torque of 172 Nm at 4,300 rpm. These figures are based on the vehicle’s Thai as well as Australian versions where it is already available. The power figures of the Malaysia-spec HR-V are expected to be similar as its Australian and Thai counterparts. Honda will be launching the new HR-V in Malaysian car market in three model trims, namely the base ‘S’ model, the mid level ‘E’ model trim, and the top of the range ‘V’ variant.

The stylish and premium quality Honda HR-V is packed with great design and creature comfort features. The HR-V will offer the feature such as highly stylized LED headlights, attractively designed LED tail lights, LED daytime running lamps, keyless entry, pushbutton start stop system, cruise control, large 7 inch touchscreen integrated infotainment system, advanced audio system with 6 speakers and many more. As far as the reports go, the large 17 inch alloy wheels of the Honda HR-V in the other markets will be replaced by the smaller 16 incher alloy wheels for the Malaysian-spec model.

As far as the Indian car market is concerned, the earlier speculations of the Honda Vezel or the Honda HR-V coming to the Indian SUV market has been negated for quite some time now. The Japanese car maker was considering the HR-V for the very popular Indian sub-compact SUV market as well, but later dropped the idea as it figured out it won’t be able to bring down its price to suite the Indian market requirements.

However, the fast growing compact crossover market of India will surely get a new vehicle from Honda as well. The car maker is reportedly busy working on a cheaper compact SUV model based on the capable and versatile platform of the Brio to be launched in the Indian car market.

On the other hand, the HR-V is based on the new-generation Honda Jazz premium hatchback, which is slated for its Indian launch this year. As per reports, Honda Cars India is all prepared to launch the new generation Jazz hatchback in the Indian car market in the month of July this year.