Honda Thailand has revealed official pricing for the second-generation BR-V, which is lower than initial estimates. The range is comprised of just two variants, including the base E and range-topping EL, where the former is priced at 915,000 baht and the latter at 973,000 baht. Both the E and EL powered by a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated DOHC i-VTEC four-cylinder petrol unit that outputs 121 PS at 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm of torque at 4,300, with drive being sent to the front wheels via a CVT. First previewed by the N7X Concept, the all-new BR-V measures 4,490 mm long, 1,780 mm wide, 1,685 mm tall and has a wheelbase that spans 2,695 mm.
In terms of equipment, the E comes with
16-inch wheels (with 215/60 profile tyres), electric power steering, ventilated
front disc brakes and rear drum brakes, automatic LED headlamps, LED DRLs,
chrome outer door handles as well as electrically-adjustable side mirrors with
integrated turn signals.
Moving inside, the base variant is
equipped with a 4.2-inch multi-info instrument cluster display, two-tone (Black
and Mocha Grey) combination leather upholstery, automatic air-conditioning
(with rear ceiling vents), keyless entry and start (with Honda Smart Key and
remote engine start), a seven-inch Display Audio touchscreen (with Android Auto
and Apple CarPlay), a multi-function leather steering wheel and four speakers.
For the extra paid for the EL, the kit list includes nicer items like larger
17-inch wheels (with 215/55 profile tyres), a piano black front grille, LED
front fog lamps, auto-folding side mirrors, paddle shifters, all-black
combination leather upholstery, two more speakers for a total of six as well as
additional convenience features (illuminated vanity mirrors, more power
accessory outlets and front seatback pockets).It should be noted that the
asking prices of the all-new model are higher than the first-generation model
sold in Thailand, which was also offered in two variants priced between 765,000
and 835,000 baht.
This can be justified by not just the
larger vehicle size, but also the inclusion of the Honda Sensing suite of
safety and driver assistance systems, which is standard on both variants. The
suite includes Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Lane Keeping Assist
System (LKAS), Road Departure Mitigation System with Lane Departure Warning
(RDM with LDW), Auto High-Beam (AHB), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) And Lead
Car Departure Notification System (LCDN).
Also included are Honda LaneWatch, an
all-seat seatbelt reminder system, a rearview camera and the usual array of
passive systems (VSA, ABS, EBD, brake assist, hill start assist, walk away auto
lock). One area of difference is the airbag count, with the E receiving four
while the EL gets six. As for colours, Taffeta White is exclusive to the base
E, with Crystal Black Pearl being a 6,000-baht option. Meanwhile, the
EL’s starting price is with a Crystal Black Pearl finish, but if you want the
variant-exclusive Premium Sunlight White Pearl, it’ll be an extra 4,000 baht.