Twin models from different joint ventures is common
in China. Honda sells several cars under this strategy in the country, and in
the latest, it has expanded the line-up with a Crider twin - the Envix.
While the Honda Crider is sold by the Guanqi Honda
joint venture, the Honda Envix is a product of Dongfeng Honda. The Honda Envix
has a different front grille, more aggressive bumpers, sportier alloy wheels
and an inverted license plate indentation. The interior design is the same,
though. However, the upholstery used in both cars is different.
The Honda Envix measures 4,756 mm in length, 1,804
mm in width and 1,509 mm in height. It has a 2,730 mm wheelbase. These
dimensions are the same as that of the Honda Crider. Under the hood is the same
P10A5 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine that develops 122 PS
and 173 Nm of torque, linked to a 6-speed manual transmission or a continuously
variable transmission.
The Honda Envix will come with features like LED
headlights, two-tone alloy wheels, LED tail lights, ducktail spoiler, electric
parking brake with auto hold function, large touchscreen infotainment system
and leather upholstery. The company is yet to release the pricing of the new
model. The Honda Crider’s price starts at 998,000 yuan.
