Honda has introduced the second-generation BR-V compact SUV in South Africa! Take a look at specifications and pricing details below!
The second-generation Honda BR-V 7-seater compact SUV is now available in South Africa boasting a fresh and distinctly Honda styling treatment and the interior benefits from noticeable material quality upgrades and a tech boost too!
Unlike the first-generation BR-V which was produced in India (where production has now ceased), this new BR-V is produced in Indonesia at Honda’s Karawang facility.
In terms of dimensions, the new BR-V is larger than its predecessor in all directions, standing 4 490 mm long (+35 mm), 1 780 mm wide (+45), 1 638 mm high (+13mm) and with a longer wheelbase at 2 700mm (+40mm). This larger footprint translates into a more spacious cabin!
Larger dimensions translate into a more spacious cabin for the new BR-V.
What’s On Offer?
There are 3 trim levels for buyers to consider including Trend, Comfort and Elegance.
Under the bonnet, Honda has retained, but enhanced the same naturally-aspirated 1.5-litre petrol engine with 89 kW and 145 Nm and is mated with an enhanced CVT but a 6-speed manual is also offered in the base-spec Trend only and mid-spec Comfort specification. Honda claims a fuel consumption figure of 6.3 L/100km.
Perceived interior material quality has improved and the BR-V looks a bit more modern and upmarket now. Honda has also beefed up connectivity inside the BR-V with the fitment of a new 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as well as a new 4.2-inch TFT display in the instrument cluster (Elegance only).
The BR-V’s cabin has been modernised with higher quality materials and enhanced technology.
Practicality is a major USP for the BR-V and thanks to its larger dimensions, there’s not only more space for passengers in both rows but also for luggage and goods. The cabin is well-endowed with storage space and bottle holders and the load bay capacity has increased 21 litres to 244 litres.
The BR-V also features improved safety credentials with 6 airbags (front, side, curtain), Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), ABS with EBD, Hill Start Assist, ISOFIX child seat anchors, seat belt pre-tensioning and Lanewatch blind spot monitoring.
Honda Sensing also makes its way into the new BR-V with a 100-degree front wide-view camera that detects vehicles, people and lanes as well as boundaries while also calculating the distance and position to objects. The system includes Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Road Departure Mitigation System, Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS), Lead Car Departure Notification System and auto High Beam.
Note that Honda Sensing is only offered on the range-topping Elegance derivative.
We are driving the new Honda BR-V at its local launch so look out for our driving impressions this week!
How much does the Honda BR-V cost in South Africa?
BR-V 1.5 Trend 6MT – R379 900
BR-V 1.5 Comfort 6MT – R409 900
BR-V 1.5 Comfort CVT – R434 900
BR-V 1.5 Elegance CVT – R459 900
The Honda BR-V is sold with a 5-year/200 000km warranty while a 4-year/60 000 km service plan is standard for Comfort and Elegance derivatives (optional for Trend).
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