What’s new with the Malaysian-spec BR-V?

KUALA LUMPUR: Strong rumors are going around about the soon arrival of the 2022 Honda BR-V. This is mainly because Honda Malaysia announced the introduction of two new models this year. The BR-V is the oldest model in its lineup that desperately needs a replacement. Also, the latest version of the car has already made its way in the ASEAN region.

Though we haven’t heard anything about the 2022 BR-V local launch yet, what we do know is the current model is slightly updated.

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Honda Malaysia has added two new hues to the BR-V’s exterior colour kit - Meteoroid Gray Metallic and Ignite Red Metallic. These new tones have replaced the previously available Modern Steel Metallic and Passion Red Pearl hues. Also, the new Civic was the first Honda sprayed in these new colours. The City was next to feature the two striking shades.

“Honda Malaysia has introduced the Ignite Red Metallic and Meteoroid Gray Metallic colours in our hatchback and sedan line-up, namely the All-New City Hatchback, City, and All-New Civic, while the Accord also offers the Meteoroid Gray Metallic colour,” said Hironobu Yoshimura, Honda Malaysia CEO.

He further said, “These colours have been receiving good response from the market. In view of the good acceptance, we now continue to expand the new colours to the seven-seater Crossover, the BR-V.”

“The Ignite Red Metallic further elevates the attractiveness and bold appearance of the BR-V, while the Meteoroid Gray Metallic enhances its rugged look. We are confident that the introduction of the new colour options will further excite customers who would like to purchase the BR-V.”

Honda BR-V: A quick recap

Honda Malaysia introduced the ongoing BR-V in 2020, and since then, 5,700 units of the car have been sold. Its success is attributed to its overall; design that meets the overall expectations of the customers.

The BR-V is powered by a class-leading 1.5-litre i-VTEC mill generating a maximum power of 120 PS. It is paired to a CVT transmission with earth dreams technology that makes gear change smooth and optimises speed with less fuel consumption. It also gets an ECO indicator and paddle shift.

Its feature list includes several comforting and convenient offering bits like -

• Smart key
• Auto projector headlights with LED DRLs
• Adjustable ORVMs with turn indicators
• Push Start button
• Leather interior with red finishing
• Spacious 3rd-row seat
• Auto air-conditioning system

• Rear air-con vents
• 11 cup holders
• 223-litre boot capacity with cargo light
• 60:40 One Touch Tilt & Tumble function for 2nd row and 50:50
• Tilt & Full Tumble function for 3rd row
• Cabin Filter
• 7-inch display audio system

The current model is backed by a strong safety shield that includes Vehicle Stability Assist, Anti-lock Braking System, Hill Start Assist, ISOFIX, SRS airbags, G-CON+ACE body frame, and reverse camera. All these gears have earned the BR-V a 5-star safety rating by ASEAN NCAP.

Honda BR-V price and variants

Honda BR-V variants	Price
BR-V 1.5 E	RM 86,726
BR-V 1.5 V	RM 93,420

 

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