The Honda HR-V is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Honda that spans two generations. The first generation HR-V is based on the Honda Logo and sold in Japan as well as selective Asia Pacific markets between 1999 and 2006. The second generation of HR-V is based on the third generation Honda Fit and goes on sale in North America, Australia. , Brazil, and selective Asian markets by 2015. The second generation of HR-V is largely synonymous with JDM Vezel which goes on sale by the end of 2013.
The HR-V abbreviation, according to the HR-V Honda history site, officially represents the H i-rider R evolutionary V ehicle , while the other stands for H ip and Smart R without removing V ehicle . HR-V was introduced to meet the demand for vehicles with the benefits of SUVs (especially their larger CR-V cousins), such as increased cargo space and higher visibility, along with maneuverability, performance and fuel economy for smaller cars.
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First generation (1999-2006)
The HR-V is built on the supermini platform used by the Honda Logo, while the larger CR-V is built on the Civic platform. Known as one of the earliest emission vehicles (in terms of nitrogen oxide) and unique characters.
Designed as a "Wild and Enjoyable" concept vehicle and exhibited at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1997, the HR-V emerged as a futuristic and lightweight cross-country vehicle in 1998, exclusive to the Honda dealer network called Honda Verno > in Japan. Honda HR-V was soon put into production due to its popularity, in accordance with Japanese Government dimensions regulations, and was marketed toward the younger demographic as "Joy Machine" in 1999. HR-V was shipped to Europe with Honda D16W1 type 1.6L SOHC or SOHC VTEC engine Honda D16W5 type four-wheel drive. A continuously variable automatic transmission gearbox is also an engine choice, however, the main criticism of the HR-V is the lack of diesel engine options. The three-door version was discontinued in 2003 and five door versions in 2006.
Real Time 4WD system comes from CR-V and uses double rear differential hydraulic pump, where 4WD system is hydraulically activated when the front wheel loses traction. HR-V also uses improved drive shafts and suspension. Variations are produced for Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, the Pacific Coast and for the Japanese domestic market. The HR-V was revised in 2002 with some changes to the new exterior and interior styling. Ahead of time in terms of design for pedestrian safety, the HR-V seats four people and includes modern safety features such as ABS brakes with EBD (electronic brake force distribution), dual SRS (additional airbag system) airbags, as well as other features such as electric mirrors, windows electric, folding rear seat, power steering, heat sink, AC, front fog lamps, and rear spoiler covering LED brake lights. Second generation (2016-present) h2>
Honda HR-V's second generation debuted at the New York Auto Show 2014 as a concept car, with the production model launched later in the 2014 LA Auto Show. HR-V was introduced in the United States in 2015 as a 2016 model. It shares the same platform with the third generation Fit and is largely synonymous with Vezel, which goes on sale in Japan in December 2013. The HR-V will be smaller than the CR-V and Pilot , again (after the death of Element) gave Honda the model range with three SUVs.
US-market HR-V is manufactured at Honda Celaya, Mexico with Fit and goes on sale in May 2015 as a 2016 model. The device is powered by an i4 1.8 liter SOHC i-VTEC engine mated to a CVT transmission similar to a Civic or a manual transmission 6-speed (FWD only). Fuel economy for the front-wheel drive model (FWD) is automatically rated at 28/35/31 mpg (city/highway/combined) or 27/32/29 mpg for all-wheel drive model (AWD).
The HR-V body uses 27% very high-strength steel, one of 780, 980 or 1,500 MPa produces power.
In Asia, the HR-V Thailand market goes on sale in November 2014. Supported by a 1.8 liter engine with four classes namely S, E, E LIMITED and EL. The HR-V sales will be expanded to other Asian markets by 2015. HR-V was introduced in Taiwan in October 2016 and is only available with a 1.8 liter engine. It comes in three different trim models, VTi, VTi-S and S, starting at NT $ 749,000 up to 849,000. All models feature a CVT transmission, with the VTi featuring six positions (including L) while the VTi-S and S are equipped with five positions, but the paddle manual feature if the drive wants to control the gearing.
The Brazil HR-V market, assembled locally at Honda's plant in the state of Sao Paulo and imported from Argentina, went on sale in the first quarter of 2015 as a 2016 model, competing with new Jeep Renegade, Ford Ecosport, and Renault Duster. During the first nine months of 2015, Honda's production in Brazil reportedly increased by 20 percent as a result of the launch of HR-V compared with a 20% drop for the industry.
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Sales
* US sales begin in May 2015.
References
External links
- HR-V Official
- Honda HR-V in Japan (Japan)
- Japanese HR-V (Japanese)
- Honda HR-V Thailand
- Honda HR-V Indonesia
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