Honda unveils new 2018 Honda HR-V and now it comes with a new RS variant

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI), Honda’s automobile unit in the Philippines, is pleased to introduce the New 2018 HR-V updated with modern sporty styling cues and advanced technology features which aim to give customers a stylish capable crossover with flexible utility and convenience elements expected from a Honda. Thenew HR-V will now have a 1.8 RS Navi variant for customers looking for an enhanced sporty compact SUV.

For 2018, The New HR-V now introduces new exterior styling cues. At the front, new features such as a newly designed front bumper, grille and it comes with a full set of LED headlights with integrated day time running lights giving the new HR-V a signature yet familiar Honda front fascia. At the back, new LED Guide Type Tail Lamps give the New HR-V a more futuristic styling, which not only gives it an up to date look but also makes it more visible on the road. Complementing this updated design is the new 17-inch Sport Black Alloy Wheels, which give the vehicle a more aggressive stance and presence on the road.

In addition to its refreshed sporty exterior, the new HR-V retains its distinct coupe-like sophisticated interior feel with its high center console, which gives a sports car like feel. In terms of features, it has a new 7-inch Touch Screen System now equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for a more intuitive smartphone – infotainment connectivity. Furthermore, the new HR-V is equipped with ULT (Utility, Long, Tall) seats, which allow three different adjustment modes allowing customers to haveflexible seat configurations that can be adjusted depending on the customer’s need.

Powering the new HR-V is Honda’s established 1.8 Liter SOHC i-VTEC engine that produces a maximum power of 142 ps at 6,500 rpm and 17.5 kg-m of torque at 4,300 rpm. Mated to a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) developed based on Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology, the engine and transmission provide responsive performance, acceleration and improved fuel efficiency. Honda’s Eco Assist System, which consists of the ECON mode and Eco-Coaching Ambient Light, helps encourage fuel-efficient driving.

The new RS variant will be made available for that comes with an RS design front honeycomb grille together with new LED Headlights. Exclusive also to the HR-V RS are its distinctive LED fog lights and dark chrome finished door handles and trims and a two-tone 17-inch set of alloy wheel specifically made for the RS. And at the back, smoked LED tail lamps differentiate the HR-V RS variant, giving it an even sportier look at the back.

Inside, the HR-V RS features a full leather interior complemented with piano black accents in the steering wheel and center console giving the interior a premium upmarket feel. It also has a 7-inch touch screen monitor with a navigation system as standard. The Phoenix Orange Pearl color exclusively found in other Honda RS Models will now be exclusively available for the HR-V RS variant together with Passion Red Pearl which is a new color, and other Taffeta White, Modern Steel Metallic and Lunar Silver Metallic (which is exclusive for the 1.8 E CVT variant). SRP for the 1.8 RS Navi CVT is set at PHP 1,495,000 while the 1.8 E CVT is priced at PHP 1,295,000

For more information and updates on the New HR-V and other Honda products, visit any of the authorized Honda Car dealerships today or you may visit the Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. official website at www.hondaphil.com.