Honda HR-V upgraded version launched, price under 500 million VND

Honda launched the upgraded HR-V version in the US market with an announced price starting at 19,570 USD, equivalent to about 445 million VND, the highest-end version costs about 600 million VND.

Honda HR-V upgraded version launched, price under 500 million VND

The 2018 Honda HR-V has a starting price in the US market of 19,570 USD, equivalent to about 445 million VND for the standard LX version equipped with front-wheel drive and manual transmission. The LX version with full-time 4-wheel drive and CVT transmission costs 21,670 USD, equivalent to about 492 million VND. The highest-end 2018 EX-L version with navigation system is sold for 25,040 USD, equivalent to about 569 million VND for the 1-wheel drive version and 26,340 USD, equivalent to about 598 million VND for the 2-wheel drive version.

The entire 2017 Honda HR-V line still uses the same 1.8-liter, 4-cylinder gasoline engine, producing a maximum capacity of 141 horsepower and maximum torque of 172 Nm.

In the upgraded version, Honda HR-V 2018 adds a new exterior paint color: Aegean Blue Metallic, this paint color is only available for some versions in the HR-V 2018 line in the US. The new 2-color wheel set will appear from the EX version and above, giving the car a sportier look.

Otherwise, the 2018 Honda HR-V has no changes compared to the old version. The car is still equipped with the MagicSeat second row. This system has 4 different modes for the driver to change the seat configuration as well as the luggage compartment. In fact, when the rear seats are folded down, the 2018 Honda HR-V will provide a luggage compartment with a volume of up to 1,665 liters.

Standard safety features include: ABS anti-lock braking system, BA brake assist, hill start assist, electronic balance, multi-angle rear camera and tire pressure monitoring.

In the US, the B-size SUV segment is a competition between the Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-3 and Nissan Juke. However, the Honda HR-V has more advantages thanks to its brand name, beautiful design, adequate amenities and spacious interior.

According to TNO