We reported earlier that Honda is readying the next generation HR-V (also known as Vezel in Japan), which is scheduled to make global debut in March 2021. The SUV will be released in May, 2021 in the home market. A new media report claims that Honda is also working on a new derivative of the next-gen HR-V, which is rumoured to be unveiled in 2022 in Japan.
The new generation Honda HR-V is rumoured to be based on the Honda’s new generation platform. The report claims that the new platform will help Honda engineers to improve the shake and vibration of the car body, and also reduces the weight of the car. The spy images confirm that the new model will have a completely different design with coupe-SUV like design elements. The SUV will be wider and sits lower than the current car; the length will be increased significantly.
The new Honda HR-V is rumoured to measure around 4.4 meters in length, which should result into spacious cabin. On the other hand, the off-road version based on the new HR-V will have completely different design. It will have off-road capabilities and is reportedly to look like a modern version of the commercially available Crossroad.
The new Honda HR-V derivative is expected to use the new Vezel/HR-V’s platform and will be positioned against the likes of the Toyota Corolla Cross or the Toyota RAV4. The new model could be positioned between the HR-V and the CR-V.
The training for the next generation Honda HR-V at Japanese dealerships is rumoured to be commenced from January 2021. In fact, key details like the engine specifications, features and variant details could also be released on the web. It will use a strong hybrid powertrain, which uses a 1.5-litre petrol engine with two electric motors. This is the same hybrid unit that powers the new-gen Fit and the City sedan. The hatchback achieves up to 80kmph with the use of the electric motor. For greater power, the petrol engine starts to work to transmit the rotation to the second electric motor, which is called the generation engine.
Honda is also readying a sub-compact SUV, measuring around 4.0 meters in length. Rumoured to be called the Honda ZR-V, the new compact SUV will be positioned against the Toyota Raize and the Daihatsu Rocky in Japan.
