Japanese car manufacturer, Honda has revealed the HR-V crossover aka Vezel at the 2014 Paris Motor Show. Christened as “Honda HR-V”, the crossover will make Honda’s entry into Europe’s fast growing small SUV segment.
According to Honda, “The unique exterior design of the new HR-V prototype echoes that of a coupé, with sharp, dynamic lines that link the sleek upper body with the stable and planted lower body. This coupé-esque elegance is achieved without compromising the interior practicality of the car.”
The European spec Honda HR-V will be offered in both petrol and diesel fuel options. The front wheel-drive variant is powered by either the 1.6-litre i-DTEC diesel or a 1.6-litre i-VTEC gasoline. Both engines are coupled to a six-speed manual transmission gearbox as standard, while the 1.5-litre i-VTEC unit can be fitted with a semi-automatic CVT transmission.
The Honda HR-V SUV features a center fuel tank location to offer one of the most spacious cabin its its league. It is equipped with Honda’s Magic Seats, which offers versatility by enabling a wide range of seating configuration. The second row seats can be completely flat foldable to offer large cargo space.
