The new HR-V Sport Hybrid i-DCD is priced at RM120,800 and the RS is priced at RM124,800 (all prices are on-the-road without insurance).
Honda Malaysia was also the first car manufacturer to produce Hybrid vehicles locally and the third country among Honda globally after Japan and United States of America to produce the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) Hybrid model since 2012.
The RS variant.
Honda Malaysia managing director and chief executive officer Toichi Ishiyama said, “Our focus now is to lead the way in introducing next generation advanced technologies in all our products, providing the Joy of Buying to our customers. We have introduced the Sport Hybrid i-DCD, Turbo engine and advanced safety technology known as Honda SENSING in order to meet the demands and provide the best products to our customers in Malaysia.”
The HR-V Sport Hybrid i-DCD is powered by a 1.5L DOHC i-VTEC engine with Direct Injection which provides a boost to the vehicle performance with excellent fuel efficiency. Combined with 7-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission and Integrated High Power Motor.
The combined output of the engine and motor assisted by the High-Power Lithium-Ion Battery provides Hybrid power that is equal to a 2.0L engine with quick response and an exhilarating drive. The Sport Hybrid i-DCD system enables the vehicle to transfer power from its battery to motor during EV Mode which results in an efficient drive.
The system also includes an Electric Servo Brake System for improved energy regeneration and Fully Electric Driven Compressor air-conditioner system for the comfort of drivers and passengers. Other Hybrid exclusive features include the 3D Illuminated Meter Cluster Multi Information Display, Shift by Wire and Sport Mode.
Meanwhile, the RS has added features such as Multi-Angle Rearview Camera, 8-Way Driver Power Seat, full leather seats, Honda LaneWatch camera, Cruise Control and Paddle Shift. Standard Safety features in the New HR-V include six airbags, Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), Hill Start Assist (HSA) and ISOFix.
The new HR-V is available in 5 colour options: Passion Red Pearl (a new colour in the Honda model line-up), Modern Steel Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic, Ruse Black Metallic, and White Orchid Pearl.
