Honda WR-V: The New Compact SUV For India


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2018.That is too late.Honda should have invested in developing compact SUV long back & it should have launched now
 

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Update:

Honda India is charting out plans to turn around its operations in India by driving in three new models, including a compact SUV.

Yoichiro Ueno, the newly-appointed president and CEO of Honda Cars India, said the mini-SUV segment looks promising. "The growth in the category is significant, and we believe that it will continue. Honda is now considering how to capture the SUV segment," he told.
Apart from the above plans, to re-capture it's position, Honda India plans Hybrid versions of Accord and Civic for India.

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Honda teases the Compact crossover. India Release in March 2017.

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Then what will be going with brv after launch of this compact suv. I think it will remain as a 7 seater compact suv,giving birth to a new segment.
 

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Then what will be going with brv after launch of this compact suv. I think it will remain as a 7 seater compact suv,giving birth to a new segment.
Mobilio will discontinue , brv will have 1-2 Lakhs discounts and if they price it right and add features maybe it can dethrone the creta. I really hope this car ticks all the boxes and make hyundai offer discounts on the creta.
 
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I sincerely hope Honda puts in a whole hearted efforts and makes it a proper crossover with the 1.5 ivtec than the jazz 1.2 ivtec.
 

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Friends,

Honda Exhibits World Premiere of Planned Production Model of All-new WR-V Compact SUV at Sao Paulo International Motor Show 2016

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SAO PAULO, Brazil, November 8, 2016 – Honda Automoveis do Brasil Ltda., the Honda automobile production and sales subsidiary in Brazil, today exhibited the world premiere of a planned production model, the all-new Honda WR-V* compact SUV at the Sao Paulo International Motor Show 2016 (Press days: November 8-9, 2016, Public days: November 10-20, 2016).

Based on the research of customer needs in South America, Honda R&D Brazil developed the WR-V as a vehicle that realizes a “tough and urban” SUV design as well as excellent utility and a spacious cabin within a compact body size. Moreover, the all-new WR-V also features outstanding fuel economy and stable handling performance, which accommodates various needs in the daily lives and recreational activities of customers who enjoy active lifestyles.

Honda is planning to sell the all-new WR-V in South America, and the market introduction in Brazil is scheduled to be in the first half of 2017.

<Comments by Takahiro Hachigo, President, Chief Executive Officer and Representative Director of Honda Motor Co., Ltd.>

“Ever since we began business in Brazil in 1971, Honda has been supported by a total of 24 million customers in Brazil through their purchase of our motorcycles, automobiles and power products. Introduction of this all-new WR-V is a testament to Honda’s commitment to the South American market, and we will continue to deliver more products unique to Honda that please our customers.

<Comments by Issao Mizoguchi, President and Director of Honda Automoveis do Brazil Ltda.>

“Including the establishment of a new automobile R&D Center in Brazil which became operational in 2013, Honda has been strengthening its product development to accommodate the needs of customers in this region. This WR-V is one of the major achievements resulting from such efforts. With the introduction of this new SUV, in addition to the CR-V and HR-V, we will further strengthen the presence of Honda in the South American region.”

*WR-V stands for “Winsome Runabout Vehicle.”
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Yes...and both are expected to launch here around the same time unless Tata decide to play delay game.
 
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Jazz got some muscle [glasses]
- Either the photo angle or the vehicle itself gives an assumption ground clearance 'may' not be at-par with the competitors (speaking about Indian market)
- Tail lamp is inspired from Nissan Micra
- Front looks too bulky at some angles
 
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Honda's WR-V begins production in India. To launch in April 2017.

Likely to get the 1.2 L i-VTEC Petrol and 1.5 L i-DTEC Diesel for India.

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So what does this offer that Jazz ( not that Jazz itself is a path breaking product) does not offer other than the useless Plastic claddings and a raised suspension? I am pretty sure Honda still thinks it is a premium company and will command a premium for this vehicle. I feel this is one for the Honda fans. No wonder it is getting smashed month-on-month. Completely deserves it. A crossover with a 1.2 engine. Yeah nice try fooling around Honda.
 
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So what does this offer that Jazz ( not that Jazz itself is a path breaking product) does not offer other than the useless Plastic claddings and a raised suspension?
What does Etios Coss/ Polo Cross and Hyundai's Active got to offer over its respective Hatch siblings?
The WR-V will follow the same fate as those cars!
 

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