2015 HONDA HR-V

ALL-NEW HONDA HR-V SET TO BE AMONG MOST EFFICIENT IN CLASS

• New Honda HR-V will launch with choice of two highly efficient engines
• CO₂ emissions start from 104 g/km
• Fuel economy up to 71mpg
• New HR-V set for summer launch across Europe

The all-new Honda HR-V will be one of the most efficient cars in its class and boast an unmatched combination of sought-after attributes when it arrives in showrooms across the UK this summer.

As well as dynamic styling, class-leading interior space and versatility, and advanced infotainment and safety technologies, the new HR-V will deliver fuel economy and emissions among the best in its class. It will be offered from launch with a choice of 1.6 litre i-DTEC diesel and 1.5 litre i-VTEC petrol engines, both from Honda’s advanced Earth Dreams Technology series.

“The Honda HR-V created this fast growing market segment back in 1999 and for 2015 the all new HR-V will offer a class leading ownership proposition, refinement, sleek styling, a quality feel as well as being packed to the roof with safety and technology features. We are confident that the HR-V will perform favourably against its main competitors in this segment, such as the current market leading Nissan Qashqai.” Commented Leon Brannan, Head of Car, Honda (UK).

Combining the 1.6 litre i-DTEC diesel paired with a newly-engineered six-speed manual transmission, Honda’s new subcompact SUV will return fuel economy figures from 71mpg, with CO₂ emissions starting from just 104 g/km. HR-V customers won’t find performance compromised by the car‘s frugality, however, with 118bhp powering the new HR-V from 0-62mph in 10.1 seconds.

Petrol buyers can select a 130 PS 1.5 litre i-VTEC engine, achieving combined fuel economy of 54.2mpg and CO₂ emissions from 120 g/km when they opt for the CVT automatic transmission. When married with the standard six-speed manual, the new petrol-powered HR-V delivers fuel economy of 50mpg and CO₂emissions at a highly competitive 130 g/km. Sprightly performance is assured with 62mph reached from standstill in just 10.3 seconds with the manual and 10.9 seconds when equipped with the optional CVT.

The new HR-V‘s efficient performance credentials are aided by its design and class-leading aerodynamics, with underbody panels optimising airflow. In profile, the HR-V portrays a characterful poise, with the distinctive, boldly sculpted lines of a coupé merged with the tough, solid stance of a robust SUV.

Engine	1.6 litre i-DTEC 6-speed manual	1.5 litre i-VTEC 6-speed manual	1.5 litre i-VTEC CVT
0-62mph (seconds)	10.1	10.3	10.9
Fuel economy combined (mpg)	71 (16” wheels) 69 (17”)	50 (16”) 50 (17”)	54 (16”) 52 (17”)
CO2 combined (g/km)	104 (16”) 108 (17”)	130 (16”) 134 (17”)	120 (16”) 125 (17”)

Inside,the new HR-V will offer class-leading boot space: 453 litres with the rear seats up and 1,026 litres with the rear seats down. Thanks to innovative packaging, the HR-V’s best-in-class interior space is exceptionally versatile and incorporates Honda’s highly practical Magic Seats system. Premium quality materials and sophisticated cabin design are blended with the feel of a sporty, enveloping cockpit.

Specification highlights include the advanced Honda Connect in-car infotainment system, and a wide range of safety aids employing radar and camera technologies to scan the road ahead.

Further details including pricing will be available closer to the new HR-V’s summer launch.

1. Introduction: A new generation of subcompact SUV – spacious and flexible like a compact MPV, tough like an SUV, charismatic and dynamic like a coupé

• Characterful coupé looks with the tough stance of an SUV
• Class-leading and versatile interior space
• Refined and sophisticated interior design with high quality materials
• An engaging drive coupled with efficient performance
• Comprehensive suite of advanced safety features

Introducing a new generation of subcompact SUV to the marketplace, the all-new Honda HR-V delivers a unique proposition to the crossover segment: stylish coupé looks with the tough stance of an SUV, the space and versatility of an MPV, sophisticated-yet-fun driving dynamics and fuel-efficient performance.

Honda anticipates 70% of new HR-V customers will be conquest buyers from other brands, predominantly from the MPV and C-segment. The 4.3-metre long HR-V is designed to appeal to young singles and pre-family couples who value their lifestyles and are design conscious.

From the first glance, the new HR-V portrays a characterful youthfulness; the distinctive, boldly-sculpted lines of a coupé merged with a robust SUV. The taller stature, combined with a solid design and strong presence, provides a feeling of safety, security and confidence.

Inside, the new HR-V offers occupants class-leading interior space and – thanks to Honda’s innovative Magic Seat® system – high levels of versatility. High quality soft-touch materials and sophisticated design define the HR-V’s interior where Honda’s designers have married expansive spaciousness with the feel of a sporty, enclosed cockpit.

The new HR-V will be available with a choice of highly efficient 120PS 1.6 litre i-DTEC diesel or 130PS 1.5 litre i-VTEC petrol engines, both part of Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology series. The diesel has a six-speed manual while the petrol has a six-speed manual or CVT.

The new HR-V is part of the wave of next-generation and all-new vehicles from Honda, demonstrating the brand’s pioneering approach to technological innovation which makes life better for its customers. Honda’s all-new HR-V line-up, which will feature a choice of three equipment grades, will go on sale in the UK in late summer.

2. Characterful coupé looks with the tough stance of an SUV

• Distinctive coupé styling gives new HR-V an emotional appeal
• Bodyside swage lines and forward leaning stance promise agility
• ‘Solid wing face’ design shows clear Honda family lineage
• Dynamic profile with sporty glasshouse and hidden rear door handles
• Class-leading, smooth aerodynamics

For Honda’s design team, the all-new HR-V’s design concept was summarised as ‘Dynamic Cross Solid’. The concept was to combine the elegance and fluidity of a coupé with the utility and strength of an SUV.

“Combining a high eye-point and toughness – core values of an SUV – with a new level of emotion was the key,” says Masaki Kobayashi, HR-V styling project leader. “So we came up with an exterior concept encapsulated by ’Emotionality and Toughness’and an interior concept called ’Personal Cockpit and Expansiveness’. We wanted to fuse apparently conflicting values to create something fresh.”

The all-new HR-V is a product borne of the determination to offer something fresh and innovative but with the real lives of real people and families at its core. The HR-V has a coupé-like cabin profile, with a powerful nose and strong lower body forms, together with finely sculpted surface detailing – creating a characterful look that will produce an emotional appeal among a target audience which highly values style and practicality.

On the road, the new HR-V boasts a distinctive and self-assured identity, while having a clear family lineage, leading with a ‘solid wing face’ nose design. The front grille is black, representing toughness and fearlessness.

HR-V’s coupé-like body shape  creates a dynamic and sporty look, complemented by rear door handles ‘hidden’ in the C-pillar. Distinctive, sharply defined lines run the length of the body, giving the HR-V a purposeful, forward-leaning stance and a sense of movement and agility, even at standstill.

Honda’s designers paid attention to ensuring the new HR-V also exudes a reassuringly robust presence. Deeply sculpted lower body panels and the strong horizontal orientation of the front and rear bumpers convey the toughness, solidity and sure-footedness associated with larger SUVs.

A new class-leading aerodynamic performance is brought to the crossover segment by new HR-V. Beneath the vehicle, three covers (under the engine, front floor and rear floor) help to smooth and optimise air-flow, boosting fuel efficiency. They also enhance noise insulation for improved interior refinement. Aerodynamic development work focused on optimising front and rear aerodynamic lift to further improve vehicle stability at speed.

Kobayashi adds: “For the exterior we are very pleased with its dynamic shape, the high quality of the surfaces and the intricate but seamless detailing. I can say that when the whole team first saw the prototype vehicle together, we felt proud and special that we were able to realise our targets with this new car. I believe that the HR-V possesses the elegance to look attractive in any scene and yet exudes toughness at the same time.”

The all-new HR-V will be available from launch in four metallic (Brilliant Sporty Blue, Alabaster Silver,  Modern Steel, Ruse Black) and three pearlescent (Morpho Blue, Crystal Black, White Orchid) paint finishes, as well as solid Milano Red. The newly-introduced Ruse Black and Morpho Blue are available exclusively for the new HR-V.

3. Class-leading and versatile interior space

• Centre-mounted fuel tank layout creates class-leading interior space
• High eye-line ensures a commanding, wide field of vision for the driver
• Rear passengers benefit from an abundance of head, leg and knee room
• Honda’s Magic Seat system provides unrivalled cabin versatility
• Cargo space easily accessed through wide and low tailgate opening

The all-new Honda HR-V’s interior design was tailored to the dynamic and demanding preferences of the modern and discerning consumer.

The aim of Honda’s designers was to balance class-leading interior space, ease of use and storage space with dynamic and emotional design. In order to achieve this, the space and layout of the HR-V was determined ahead of Honda’s designers bringing the overall concept to life. Accordingly, HR-V boasts an interior packed with functionality but also with a sense of personal space and fun. Roomy and incredibly versatile, the HR-V’s cabin brings the virtues of an MPV into the crossover segment for the first time while providing a driving position which engenders a sense of agility and dynamism.

HR-V owners will enjoy a feeling of security and confidence when driving thanks to an eye-line 100 mm higher than the average sedan or wagon, together with a wide field of vision. The  raised floor and correspondingly higher seating position  contribute to improved cabin access.

The foundation of the HR-V’s spacious and versatile interior is Honda’s centre-mounted fuel tank layout. This space-efficient innovative packaging mounts the low profile fuel tank under the front seats, which frees up the underfloor space beneath the rear seats. This enables the platform to accommodate Honda’s Magic Seat system, a popular feature on many models in the Honda range.

The Magic Seat system allows each of the 60:40 split second-row seats to adopt numerous configurations to maximise the people and load carrying versatility of the cavernous interior. The Magic Seat system can adopt one of three ‘modes’ from the standard seating position.

Utility mode – the rear seat back folds forward as the seat base itself lowers into the rear passenger footwell, creating a maximum 1,845 mm-long flat floor.

Tall mode – the front of the rear seat base rises up and back and is locked in a vertical position to leave a cargo height of 1,240 mm from floor to ceiling, allowing tall objects to be placed behind the front seats.

Long mode – the front passenger seat back folds back to a horizontal position, while the rear seat back folds forward, forming a ‘tunnel’ to accommodate items up to 2,445 mm long.

Occupants will appreciate the class-leading cabin space, with headroom, legroom and shoulder room in the front and rear so generous that they match the dimensions more commonly found in larger vehicles.

The cargo bay also offers impressive space, challenging for best-in-class honours with a capacity of 453 litres with the rear seats upright, increasing to 1,026 litres with the rear seats folded. The new HR-V’s wide tailgate opening (1,180 mm) and low loading height (650 mm) ensure that the capacious cargo space is easily accessible.

Travelling long distances in the new HR-V will be a comfortable and fatigue-free experience for the driver and passengers thanks to Honda engineers’ determination to provide this model with class-best levels of refinement.

A new, highly efficient acoustic insulation package was developed for the new HR-V, featuring a top quality, non-woven underlay and sound-absorbing carpets of a type usually found only in high-grade sedans. The front and rear inner wheel arches have been treated with sound-absorbent material, while the floor carpet, underfloor cover and dashboard acoustic pad inserts all contribute to achieving a refined and relaxing atmosphere throughout the cabin. At a constant speed of 62mph, occupants can enjoy a whisper-quiet 65 dB of cabin noise.

4. Refined and sophisticated cabin with high quality materials

• Sophisticated cabin ambience with high quality, soft-touch materials
• Honda CONNECT delivers convenience and connectivity on the road
• Broad range of functions presented on seven-inch touchscreen
• Large panoramic tilt-and-slide glass sunroof unique in class

Honda’s designers sought to marry conflicting themes in the new HR-V’s interior, striving to achieve spaciousness, reassuring solidity and – for the driver – a cockpit with the wraparound feel of a coupé.

The expansive, airy cabin is fitted with high quality, soft-touch surfaces, subtly accented with brushed chrome highlights and sophisticated stitching lines to provide a premium ambience. The dashboard design combines a solid feel with premium detailing, including a piano-black feature panel that emphasises the sense of quality, class and refinement.

Sensual colour and texture coordination options will enable customers to express their youth, intelligence and maturity through their personal choices while giving the new HR-V’s interior a feeling of high fashion.

Facing the driver, a three-dial instrument binnacle features ‘floating’ illumination rings and Honda’s ECO Assist function, which changes the backlight colour of the speedometer from white to green during fuel-efficient driving.

Facing the front seat passenger, the new HR-V’s interior features a new ‘wide flow’ air outlet with three adjustable air vents across the dashboard, resulting in a comfortable airflow for all passengers. The air flow volume settings are optimised to deliver: high volume for the outlet nearest the side window; low volume for the centre outlet; and medium volume for the air outlet closest to the centre panel.

The new HR-V will be available in three grades. Depending on the grade and market, buyers will have a choice of high quality fabric, half-leather or full-leather upholstery, each in a classic black finish. The sense of spaciousness is amplified on top grade models in the new HR-V line-up by the availability of a unique-in-class opening panoramic glass sunroof. With one-touch opening tilt and slide operation, the 846 mm-long panoramic sunroof features a sliding sunshade that opens automatically with the roof and can be closed manually to block sunlight. The front section – which tilts to a height of 27.5 mm at its rear – measures 475 mm in length.

Honda’s new ‘Smart Touch Interior’ will enable operation of certain functions with the smallest movement and effort. These functions include: Electric Park Brake, Touch Panel Climate Control and One-Touch Indicator.

Advanced new infotainment system

Advanced connectivity and infotainment is provided in the all-new HR-V by the Honda CONNECT in-car infotainment system, first seen in Europe on the 2015 CR-V. It is fitted as standard on the mid and upper grade HR-V, and as an option on the base model.

Honda CONNECT has an app-based user interface with ‘pinch, swipe and tap’ functionality identical to that of a modern smartphone. Running on Android, the world’s most popular mobile operating system, Honda CONNECT gives fast access to internet-based services.

The Honda CONNECT system comes with pre-installed apps, with others available for download from the Honda App Centre for owners to personalise their connected experience. The pre-installed ‘Aha’ app allows effortless access to thousands of audio stations – spanning music, news, podcasts and audio books – as well as social media feeds and location-based services.

Easy and intuitive to use, the system is accessed through a seven-inch touchscreen in the centre of the dash. The display can be customised to suit individual preferences, with two different ‘skins‘ to choose from, allowing users to make the system their own. Colour-coded icons ensure navigating through menus is quick and simple.

The Honda CONNECT touchscreen also displays vehicle information – such as trip information and fuel economy – and images from the rear-view parking camera (depending on model).

In addition, the Honda CONNECT system features extensive options for syncing with smartphones and other personal multimedia devices: WiFi, Bluetooth, HDMI, and MirrorLink – which ‘mirrors’ the screen of a connected compatible device, allowing it to be operated through the in-dash touchscreen.

Also available as standard on the upper grade and as an option across the range, Honda offers HR-V buyers the award-winning Garmin satellite navigation system. The system is fully integrated with Honda CONNECT and packed with pre-loaded maps, allowing navigation without mobile data reception.

Spoken turn-by-turn directions are complemented by advanced guidance features, while photo-real junction views make it easier to identify selected junctions and exits. The system also features real-time traffic avoidance, speed limit indications, lane guidance, sign-view, 3D building and terrain views, and Eco Routing. Free map updates will be provided for four years, a benefit unique to Honda.

HR-V base models are fitted as standard with a five-inch LCD colour display screen in the centre of the dash and a 160-watt AM/FM/CD Audio system with four speakers. Mid and upper grade models are fitted with a 180-watt six-speaker audio system.

5. An engaging drive coupled with efficient performance

• Choice of 130 PS petrol and 120 PS diesel four cylinder engines
•  Fuel economy up to 74.3mpg, with CO₂ emissions from 104 g/km
• Six-speed manual gearboxand newly developed CVT for petrol models
• Stiff structure gives confidence-inspiring secure driving feel

Honda’s all-new HR-V will be available with choice of highly efficient 130 PS (96 kW) 1.5 litre i-VTEC petrol and 120 PS (88 kW) 1.6litre i-DTEC diesel engines, driving the front wheels. Both four cylinder engines are part of Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology series, engineered to deliver responsiveness performance together with high levels of efficiency. Both engines comply with the stringent Euro 6 emissions standard.

Combining a high output with low fuel consumption, the 1.5 litre i-VTEC petrol engine produces 130 PS at 6,600 rpm and maximum torque of 155 Nm at 4,600 rpm. Honda’s VTEC (Variable Timing and Lift Electronic Control) and VTC (Variable Timing Control) technologies combine with direct injection, strong tumble intake ports and an optimised piston shape to provide benefits in output and efficiency. Weight savings are made through a reduction in weight of the crankshaft and the adoption of independent bearing caps.

With this 1,498 cc petrol engine, the new HR-V powers from 0- 62 mph in 10.7 seconds (manual) and 11.2 seconds (CVT ). Fuel economy can be up to an impressive 54.3mpg (combined cycle) with CO₂ emissions from as low as 120 g/km – both achieved using CVT.

The 1.6 litre i-DTEC engine is unique to Honda vehicles on sale in Europe. The common rail turbo-diesel unit incorporates extensive technologies that reduce friction, improve emissions and increase fuel economy. The 1,597cc engine features a small, high-efficiency turbocharger, low-pressure EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) system and a high-intake flow, high-swirl cylinder head port. A new high-strength, lightweight slender crankshaft and all-aluminium, open-deck, high-pressure, die-cast engine block reduce the engine’s weight.

Powered by the diesel engine – which generates 120 PS at 4,000 rpm and 300 Nm of torque at 2,000 rpm – the new HR-V can accelerate to 62 mph in just 10.0 seconds, placing it among the most dynamic vehicles in its class. With manual transmission, fuel economy is an impressive 74.3mpg (combined cycle) with CO₂emissions of 104 g/km.

Both the petrol and diesel engines are equipped with a six-speed manual transmission as standard, featuring several improvements for their application in the new HR-V. Optimisation of the physical gear width and layout arrangement allowed engineers to shorten the gearbox, while a lightweight and higher-rigidity shaft improves overall efficiency. The feel and quality of the gear shift is enhanced, improving the oblique shift operation and achieving a smoother, one-movement shift pattern. The effort required to engage reverse gear is reduced and the gear noise when driving in reverse is minimised.

Honda’s popular optional CVT (also available in the forthcoming 2015 Jazz) is available with the 1.5 litre i-VTEC petrol engine. An all-new CVT control logic was developed for the UK market to deliver the direct and linear feeling expected of a manual transmission. This results in vehicle speed matching accelerator pedal position closely for a direct feel, while engine speed increases proportionately to accelerator pedal position for a more linear feel.

The CVT’s driveability is given a more natural ‘multi-gear’ feel through new control software exclusive to Europe which simulates seven speeds and provides optimised gear change mapping. Two new additional programmes provide situation-specific enhancements.

Early Downshift During Braking (EDDB) utilises the engine to assist the driver during braking. When the system recognises a deceleration, downhill, or cornering situation initiated by the braking system, EDDB automatically increases the engine speed to provide engine braking. This then allows for quick re-acceleration after slowing or quick acceleration after cornering.

Fast Off measures how quickly the driver releases the accelerator pedal and maintains engine revs to provide engine braking in situations where the driver has released the pedal quickly. This system has been extensively tested for Europe’s high speed, multi-lane roads. For example, Fast Off recognises when the driver has prepared to pass a vehicle in front, but is unable to complete the manoeuvre due to a vehicle in the next lane. As the driver quickly releases the accelerator pedal to let the vehicle behind pass by, Fast Off maintains a high engine speed in preparation for completing the overtaking manoeuvre.

This newly-developed CVT unit delivers impressive fuel economy in conjuction with these significant improvements to driveability. The CVT gearbox allows the engine to operate within its most efficient range more of the time by continuously varying the gear ratio instead of adjusting the engine throttle opening. Automatically managed by the engine management system, the CVT gearbox selects the optimal ratio within the simulated seven speeds depending on engine speed, throttle position and driver input. Economy is boosted further by the transmission’s wider ratio range and reduced weight, the result of a rationalised design with reduced pulley pressure. Reductions in friction have been achieved through an optimised oil pump capacity, reduced oil resistance, a low friction reverse brake and a reduced friction from the rotational sliding parts.

The HR-V is one of the global compact series that Honda has developed to deliver a sophisticated, fun, sedan-like experience, while also engendering a feeling of security.

The platform and bodyshell of the new HR-V form a highly rigid structure, with 27% of the body made of high-strength steel and featuring improved frame joint rigidity. The stiff bodyshell gives the suspension (MacPherson struts at the front and an H-type torsion beam at the rear) a solid foundation, which – together with a low centre of gravity and minimised body roll – delivers a reassuring solidity and inspires a feeling of security when driving.

The feeling of agility is augmented by a new motion adaptive electric power-assisted steering system with a brushless motor. To minimise understeer, the front suspension features a lower front roll centre to enhance stability and the rear suspension has a raised roll centre. The result is exceptionally linear driving behaviour making new HR-V one of the most confidence-inspiring crossovers, especially when driven enthusiastically.

Powerful and stable stopping power for the new HR-V is assured with an all-disc braking system, featuring 293 mm ventilated front discs and 282 mm solid discs at the rear. Electronic aids which boost braking power and enhance vehicle stability include: Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist, Vehicle Stablity Assist and Hill Start Assist.

Every new HR-V in Europe is fitted with alloy wheels. base and mid grades feature 16-inch wheels with 215/60 R16 tyres, while upper specification models are equipped with 17-inch wheels shod with 215/55 R17 tyres.

6. Compehensive suite of advanced safety features

• Every HR-V has City-Brake Active System to help avoid low-speed accidents
• Advanced Driver Assist System features five active safety aids
• Front seats feature anti-whiplash head restraints to minimise injury
• New Advanced Compatibility Engineering targets five-star safety rating

As with all new Honda vehicles sold in Europe, the HR-V is fitted with a wide range of active and passive safety technologies designed to make driving both easier and safer, while maximising occupant and pedestrian protection.

Every new HR-V sold in Europe will be equipped with Honda’s City-Brake Active System. Specifically designed to help avoid or mitigate low speed accidents, the system uses laser radar technology to scan the road ahead, automatically applying the brakes if an imminent risk of collision is detected. The system is designed to operate at speeds below 20 mph. If the system identifies a risk of collision then pre-braking as well as audible and visual warning will occur, eventually followed by full autonomous braking to bring the car to a stop.

Mid and upper grade models will feature Honda’s Advanced Driver Assist System, which uses radar sensors, plus forward and rear facing cameras, as standard. This comprehensive suite of active safety technologies includes: Forward Collision Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Intelligent Speed Limiter, Lane Departure Warning and High-beam Support System.

Forward Collision Warning

Operating at 9mph and above, Forward Collision Warning detects the risk of collision by recognising the vehicle (car or truck) directly in front, using the multi-purpose camera. On detecting the risk of collision, it will offer visual and audible warnings. The warning distance can be adjusted to the driver’s preferences and the system can be turned off by the driver.

Traffic Sign Recognition

Traffic Sign Recognition uses the multi-purpose camera to detect road signs whenever the vehicle is moving forward. The system automatically recognises and displays the signs in the instrument binnacle screen once the vehicle has passed the sign.

The system is designed to detect circular road signs displaying speed limits and ‘No Passing’ information. Two road signs can be displayed at any one time – the right side of the display only shows speed limit signs while the left shows ‘No Passing’ signs and speed limits with additional information; such as weather conditions, for example.

Intelligent Speed Limiter

Intelligent Speed Limiter combines two otherwise independent safety systems – Adjustable Speed Limiter and Traffic Sign Recognition system – resulting in an advanced safety assistance feature. The Adjustable Speed Limiter system –standard on every Honda car on sale in the UK – regulates the maximum speed of the vehicle at a level set by the driver.

With Intelligent Speed Limiter activated, the maximum speed of the vehicle is automatically determined by the prevailing legal speed limit detected by the Traffic Sign Recognition system. When the vehicle passes a sign indicating a lower speed limit, the vehicle will gently and automatically slow, through a reduction in power, to a maximum speed that does not exceed the speed limit. An alert sounds and the displayed speed limit blinks if the vehicle speed exceeds the limit by 2 mph or more. The vehicle’s maximum speed – regardless of the accelerator input by the driver – will not exceed this limit. When the vehicle passes a sign indicating a higher speed limit, it will allow the driver to accelerate until the vehicle reaches the new maximum permitted speed, at which point it will prevent the vehicle from exceeding the new speed limit. The system can be turned off by the driver.

Lane Departure Warning

Lane Departure Warning uses the multi-purpose camera to track lane markings on the road. If the car deviates from its current lane without indicating, Lane Departure Warning alerts the driver with audible and visual warnings. The system can be turned off by the driver.

High Beam Support System

This works at speeds of more than 25 mph to switch High Beam head lights on or off automatically depending on oncoming or preceding vehicles (cars, trucks and motorcycles), bicycles and environmental brightness. The system can be turned off by the driver.

Passive-safety engineered into the structure

Every all-new HR-V incorporates Honda’s proprietary Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure technology to form the foundation for excellent passive-safety performance, enhancing occupant crash protection.

A network of connected structural elements distributes crash energy more evenly throughout the front of the vehicle, reducing the forces transferred to the passenger compartment. ACE also helps minimise the potential for under-ride or over-ride situations that can happen during head-on or offset frontal impacts with a larger or smaller vehicle.

Every new HR-V sold in Europe is equipped with a total of eight airbags, maximising occupant protection. The front, side and full-length curtain airbags are all advanced ‘intelligent’ designs and are triggered only when absolutely necessary. The front seat head restraints are designed to reduce the effects of whiplash injury.

The new HR-V is designed and engineered to achieve a top scoring five-star safety rating in the latest and toughest Euro NCAP crash tests.

7. Accessories and option packs add style, technology and functionality

The all-new HR-V is available with a wide variety of accessory packs and individual accessories allowing owners to enhance or adapt their car to suit their personal requirements and tastes.

Accessory pack options

Chrome Pack : The elegant appearance of the HR-V can be enhanced by adding chrome accents to the car. This accessory pack includes a front bumper garnish, rear bumper garnish, door lower garnish and rear license garnish, all in a chrome finish.

Robust Pack: The Robust Pack gives the HR-V a stronger, more rugged look and includes items that combine aesthetic appeal and protective function. The pack includes a front lower garnish, rear lower garnish and side lower garnish.

Aero Pack: The Aero Pack gives the HR-V an even more sophisticated appearance. It enhances the exterior of the car by using colour-match accessories. This pack includes a front aero bumper, rear aero bumper and running boards.

Illumination Pack: The Illumination Pack creates a sophisticated interior atmosphere through subtle ambient lighting whilst providing extra visibility to the exterior. It includes puddle lights and illuminated doorstep garnishes.

Convenience Pack: Designed to help keep the HR-V looking great for longer, the Convenience Pack provides a combination of accessories designed to protect the car from scrapes, scratches, mud and sand. The durable doorstep garnishes, front and rear mudguards and side body trims will protect the car from weathering and surface wear and tear.

Cargo Pack: The Cargo Pack is for those who regularly need to transport luggage or specialised equipment for work or leisure. It includes a boot tray with dividers, a cargo space garnish and a rear boot step protector to upgrade the function and aesthetics of the car’s boot area.

Milano Red Pack: This pack combines Milano Red accents in the mirror caps and the 18-inch alloy wheels to give the car a stylish yet playful look. It includes door mirror covers in Milano Red and 18-inch Ignis alloy wheels with Milano Red spokes.

Single option accessories

The HR-V is also available with a range of single options, such as Honda 3D Sound.

This audio upgrade faithfully reproduces music by adding a compact DSP (digital signal processing) unit to the standard Honda sound system in the car, enhancing the listening experience to give a live concert hall feeling.

A tablet holder provides an opportunity to keep passengers entertained. The holder’s different positions provide a comfortable space to watch a movie, read emails or play games.

A detachable trailer hitch that matches the bodywork, performance and towing capacity of the car is available. It has a maximum towing capacity of 1,400 kg for diesel cars, 1,000 kg for petrol cars and a maximum vertical load of 70 kg. Thanks to a foldable socket plate it becomes invisible when not in use. A fixed trailer hitch is also available.

The dog guard will keep pets and luggage safe and secure within the luggage compartment area of the car while driving. It divides the passenger compartment from the luggage compartment between the rear seat back and roof interior.

A waterproof, anti-slip boot tray can be selected that is perfectly formed to the car’s boot shape and has raised edges to protect the car’s finish from any dirt and scratches. It also includes dividers to keep everything neat and tidy.

Three exciting alloy wheel designs are available that provide the perfect accompaniment to the HR-V’s rugged style. The 18-inch Fortis design features a diamond cut Rombo Silver and gloss clear coat. The 18-inch Ignis has a two-toned Gunpowder Black, Milano Red and matte clear coat, while the 18-inch Potis has a diamond cut Proud Silver and gloss clear coat.

Strong, secure cross bars can be selected to be used with the existing roof rails to expand the HR-V’s carrying capacity. A choice of attachments allows everything from skis and snowboards to bicycles and extra luggage to be carried, creating more space and comfort for passengers within the car. The cross bars can carry loads up to 75 kg or a maximum of two bicycles and includes four locks for additional security.

The dynamic looks of the HR-V can be enhanced with front and rear aero bumpers while Honda genuine running boards can be selected to make getting in and out of the car even easier. These smoothly integrated running boards also add design and functionality and can be combined with puddle lights. These LED lights are fitted underneath the car on the driver and passenger sides and provide better visibility for getting in and out of the car in the dark.

For an extra aesthetic touch, exchangable covers for the side mirrors can be added, available in matte silver and Milano Red. Inside, high tech speaker rings that appear as chrome when not illuminated and give a cool blue glow when illuminated can add a look to match the sound of the system when selected.

The car’s bodywork can easily be protected from irritating scrapes and scratches when loading or unloading the boot by adding the cargo step protector. Similarly, the Honda genuine windshield cover helps to protect the car’s windshield and mirrors from heavy weather when parked outside.

Also on offer is the guaranteed protection and comfort that Honda genuine childseats provide for children of all ages, from babies to twelve year-olds. Two types are available, with ISOFIX attachments.

Illuminated doorstep garnishes are attractive and sporty accessories that give the car a personal touch while protecting the door sills. Crafted from stainless steel, two designs can be selected: one with an etched HR-V logo and one that features a blue illuminated HR-V logo in the front and rear door sills.

For a final flourish, black Elegance floor carpets with black woven binding and embroidered emblem can be chosen to bring an additional element of HR-V to the footwell.

The full range of accessories will be available in August on the Honda Genuine Accessories app, available on the App Store and Google Play.

2016 HONDA HR-V GOES ON SALE MAY 15

The Uniquely Personal and Functional 2016 Honda HR-V Goes On Sale May 15 Bringing a Shot of Energy to Growing Entry Crossover Market  

Coupe-like style and sportiness blends perfectly with SUV usability to create segment-defining compact crossover

TORRANCE, Calif., April 30, 2014 – With bold and sporty coupe-like styling, SUV versatility, 35 mpg highway fuel economy rating (2WD CVT), and Honda packaging magic, the all-new 2016 Honda HR-V is set to challenge the growing entry crossover market when it hits Honda dealerships nationwide on May 15. The all-new Honda HR-V crossover will deliver incredible value with a long list of standard features and technologies including 17-inch alloy wheels, push-button electric parking brake, rearview camera with guidelines, Pandora^® radio and Bluetooth^® HandsFreeLink^®1 – all for a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) starting at just $19,115.

Available in LX, EX and EX-L Navi trims, the 2016 HR-V is powered by a highly refined and efficient 1.8-liter 4-cylinder 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC^® engine producing a peak 141 horsepower² and 127 lb.-ft. of torque³. The engine is paired with one of two efficient and responsive Honda transmissions, a seamless and sporty continuously variable transmission (CVT), available on all models, or an engaging, short-shifting 6-speed manual transmission, available on LX and EX models with 2WD.

The HR-V also targets class-leading safety ratings and features Honda’s next-generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure for enhanced frontal collision protection. The HR-V is designed to achieve top safety ratings: an NCAP five-star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a TOP SAFETY PICK rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

2016 HR-V Pricing and EPA Fuel Economy Ratings
Trim	Drivetrain	MSRP1	EPA MPG4Ratings(city/ highway/combined)
LX	2WD w/ 6MT	$19,115	25/34/28
LX	2WD w/ CVT	$19,915	28/35/31
LX	AWD w/ CVT	$21,165	27/32/29
EX	2WD w/ 6MT	$21,165	25/34/28
EX	2WD w/ CVT	$21,965	28/35/31
EX	AWD w/ CVT	$23,215	27/32/29
EX-L Navi	2WD w/ CVT	$24,590	28/35/31
EX-L Navi	AWD w/ CVT	$25,840	27/32/29

Developed on the new global platform, the HR-V utilizes a center-mounted fuel tank layout and reconfigurable 2nd-Row Magic Seat^® to deliver voluminous interior space along with a flexible cabin featuring multiple seating/cargo modes. With 100.1 cu.-ft. of passenger space and 58.8 cu.-ft. of cargo volume (LX FWD) with the 2nd-Row seats folded down, the HR-V has space to rival some competitors’ midsize SUV offerings.

The HR-V’s dynamic appearance and sporty, solid stance is aided by its coupe-like cabin shape and bold and powerfully tapered face. Distinctive side contours, including a sharply upswept character line and deeply sculpted lower body flow into a tapered rear fascia that adds to the visual appeal. Concealed rear door handles further enhance the HR-V’s coupe-like appearance.

The equally sporty and sophisticated interior features an expansive, airy cockpit with an abundance of soft-touch materials and premium detailing punctuated by precise bezels, sophisticated stitch lines and up-market brushed chrome and piano black highlights – all fitting its mission as a youthful yet refined personal crossover vehicle. The three-meter driver’s instrument cluster features “floating” illumination rings and Honda’s ECO Assist™ feature, wherein the speedometer illumination changes from white to green depending on current fuel efficiency.

Powertrain and Drivetrain

Power comes from a highly refined and responsive 1.8-liter SOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with i-VTEC^®valvetrain, producing a peak 141 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 127 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,300 rpm. The engine is mated to a sporty and fuel-efficient continuously variable transmission (CVT) with Honda “G-design” shift logic, or a slick-shifting 6-speed manual transmission (LX and EX FWD only). The HR-V is available with front-wheel-drive or with Honda’s Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System™ for outstanding all-weather traction and control.

Body and Chassis

The HR-V utilizes a unique center-mounted fuel tank layout that enables the 2^nd-Row Magic Seat^® to fold completely flat into the floor, creating a more spacious and versatile interior package. Driving efficiency, handling performance and cabin quietness are further aided by an aerodynamic shape and a lightweight yet rigid body structure with significant noise-insulating materials and design features. The body utilizes Honda’s next-generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure for enhanced frontal collision protection, and 27 percent of the body is composed of advanced ultra-high strength steel for improved rigidity that enhances collision-protection, handling response, ride quality and a quiet cabin environment.

Fully independent front and torsion-beam rear suspension systems with amplitude reactive dampers maximize rear seating and cargo space while also providing outstanding handling characteristics and ride quality. Electric Power Steering (EPS) provides a refined and sporty steering feel while minimizing energy requirements. All models feature power-assisted four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Hill Start Assist, an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold, 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels and 215/55R17 all-season tires.

Safety and Driver-Assistive Technology

Utilizing advanced safety technologies and design features, including Honda’s next-generation ACE™ body structure, the HR-V is expected to achieve top-class collision safety performance ratings – a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a TOP SAFETY PICK rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), including a GOOD rating in the rigorous IIHS small-overlap frontal collision test.

Standard safety and driver-assistive features include four-channel anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Brake Assist and Hill Start Assist; Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA^®6 electronic stability control system; an Expanded View Driver’s Mirror; a Multi-Angle Rearview Camera⁷; dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags; driver and front passenger SmartVent^® side airbags; side-curtain airbags for all outboard seating positions; and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)⁸. Honda LaneWatch^®9 display is included with EX and EX-L Navi trims.

Features and Trims

The HR-V offers a high level of standard equipment for an affordable crossover vehicle, along with a long list of available premium features to accommodate a wide variety of consumer needs. LX and EX trims with front-wheel drive can be equipped with either the 6-speed manual transmission or sporty continuously variable transmission (CVT), and all models can be specified as front-wheel-drive or equipped with Real Time AWD™.  Models with Real Time AWD™ are available only with a CVT.

LX comfort and convenience features

• 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels
• Electric parking brake
• Rearview camera with guidelines
• Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
• Cruise control
• Steering wheel-mounted controls for audio, cruise control, and Bluetooth^®10 HandsFreeLink^® phone interface
• 160-watt, 4-speaker AM/FM/CD
• USB input¹¹
• Bluetooth^®HandsFreeLink^® phone interface
• Audio with 5-inch color LCD screen
• Auto-off headlights
• Auxiliary jack
• Cargo area light
• ECO Assist with ECON mode
• Extendable sunvisors
• 12-volt power outlets (front/second row)
• LED taillights
• One-touch turn signals
• LED pocket light
• Rear heater ducts
• Two-speed intermittent windshield wipers
• Reverse-linked intermittent rear windshield wiper
• 60/40 split 2nd-Row Magic Seat^®
• Speed-sensitive audio volume control
• Power windows and door locks
• Expanded View Driver’s Mirror
• Floor mats

EX additions

• 7-inch touchscreen Display Audio¹² connectivity interface
• Honda LaneWatch^® Display
• 180-watt, 6-speaker AM/FM/CD
• Pandora^®13 radio compatible
• Heated front seats
• One-touch power moonroof with tilt feature
• Smart Entry and Push-Button Start
• Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters (CVT only)
• Auto-on/off headlights
• Fog lights
• Multi-angle rearview camera with dynamic guidelines
• Second USB jack
• SMS Text Message functionality
• Automatic climate control system with air filtration
• Rear privacy glass
• Heated body-colored side mirrors with turn indicators
• Variable intermittent wipers
• Lighted vanity mirrors
• Chrome interior door handles, speaker rings and air vent trims

EX-LNaviadditions

• Leather-trimmed seats
• Leather steering wheel and leather shift knob
• Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™¹⁴
• SiriusXM^®15 radio, HD Radio™¹⁶ and Honda Digital Traffic
• Auto day/night rearview mirror
• Roof rails

 

8. Technical specifications

•  All technical information is preliminary and subject to change
• All fuel consumption and CO₂ figures are subject to final homologation

Body and chassis

Four-door, five-seat SUV with unitary construction bodyshell. A choice of two engines and two transmissions driving the front wheels.

Engine
		1.6 litre i-DTEC (diesel)				1.5 litre i-VTEC (petrol)
Type		4 valves per cylinder				4 valves per cylinder
Capacity (cc)		1,597				1,498
Bore x stroke (mm)		76.0 x 88.0				73.0 X 89.5
Compression ratio		16.0				11.5
Power		120 PS at 4,000 rpm				130 PS at 6,600 rpm
Torque		300 Nm at 2,000 rpm				155 Nm at 4,600 rpm
Transmission
		1.6 litre i-DTEC (diesel)				1.5 litre i-VTEC (petrol)
Manual		6 speeds				6 speeds
CVT		–				Variable with 7 simulated ‘gears’
Gear ratios
		1.6 litre i-DTEC 6 speed manual		1.5-litre i-VTEC 6 speed manual			1.5-litre i-VTEC CVT (simulated gears)
1st		3.642		3.642			2.526
2nd		1.884		2.080			1.573
3rd		1.179		1.361			1.211
4th		0.869		1.023			0.944
5th		0.705		0.829			0.755
6th		0.592		0.686			0.603
7th		－		－			0.408
Reverse		3.673		3.673			5.822
Final Drive		3.850		4.705			5.436
Suspension and damping
Front	MacPherson Strut
Rear	H-type torsion beam
Steering
			1.6 litre i-DTEC (diesel)			1.5 litre i-VTEC (petrol)
Type			Rack and pinion
Steering turns (lock to lock)			2.71			2.79
Turning circle (at wheels)			10.6
Turning circle (at body)			11.4
Brakes
Front	293 mm ventilated disc
Rear	282 mm disc
Wheels and tyres
Wheel size	Tyres – Front				Tyres – Rear
x 16-inch	215				60R16
x 17-inch	215				55R17
Dimensions (mm)
Exterior	(mm)
Overall length	4,294
Overall width	2,019 (including door mirrors)
Overall height	1,605 (including antenna)
Wheelbase	2,610
Capacities (litres)
Luggage	453 (seats up) / 1,026 (seats folded)
Fuel tank	50
Weights (kg)
Engine		1.6 litre i-DTEC 6-speed manual		1.5 litre i-VTEC 6-speed manual			1.5 litre i-VTEC CVT
Kerb weight (inc 100% fuel)		1,324 – 1,404		1,241 – 1,313			1,249 – 1,322
Performance and fuel consumption
Engine		1.6 litre i-DTEC 6-speed manual		1.5 litre i-VTEC 6-speed manual			1.5 litre i-VTEC CVT
Maximum speed (mph)		119.3		119.3			116.2
0-62mph (seconds)		10.1		10.7			11.2
Fuel consumption urban (mpg)		67.3 (16” wheels) 64.2 (17”)		40.4 (16”) 39.8 (17”)			46.3 (16”) 44.8 (17”)
Fuel consumption extra urban (mpg)		74.3 (16”) 72.4 (17”)		58.9 (16”) 57.6 (17”)			61.4 (16”) 58.9 (17”)
Fuel consumption combined (mpg)		70.6 (16”) 68.9 (17”)		50.4 (16”) 49.6 (17”)			54.3 (16”) 52.3 (17”)
CO2 combined (g/km)		104 (16”) 108 (17”)		130 (16”) 134 (17”)			120 (16”) 125 (17”)

The 2016 Honda HR-V is covered by a comprehensive 3-year/36,000-mile new vehicle limited warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain limited warranty. Additional benefits of ownership include Honda Roadside Assistance, which provides free 24-hour roadside assistance during the 3-year/36,000-mile new vehicle limited warranty term. The HR-V was developed by Honda R&D Co. Ltd. in Japan, and will be manufactured at Honda’s eighth and newest auto plant in North America, in Celaya, Mexico.

¹ MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) excluding tax, license, registration, $880 destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary.

²141horsepower @ 6500 rpm (SAE net)

³127 lb-ft @4300 rpm (SAE net)

⁴Based on 2016 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.

⁵LEV2 ULEV (Ultra-Low-Emission Vehicle) models as certified by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

⁶VSA is not a substitute for safe driving. It cannot correct the vehicle’s course in every situation or compensate for reckless driving. Control of the vehicle always remains with the driver.

⁷Always visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing up; the rearview camera display does not provide complete information about all conditions and objects at the rear of your vehicle.

⁸ For optimal tire wear and performance, tire pressure should be checked regularly with a gauge. Do not rely solely on the monitor system. Please see your Honda dealer for details.

⁹Display accuracy will vary based on weather, size of object and speed, and the display may not show all relevant traffic. The display is not a substitute for your own direct visual assessment of traffic conditions before changing lanes.

¹⁰The Bluetooth^® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd., is under license.

¹¹The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work.

¹² The Display Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and streaming from some current [Apple/Android] smartphones. For safety reasons, always launch HondaLink applications or perform any other operation on your phone only when the vehicle is safely parked. State or local laws may limit use of texting feature, and Assist functions may be terminated without notice. Your wireless carrier’s rate plans apply. Please see HondaLink terms and conditions for details.

¹³ Pandora, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc. Used with permission. Compatible with select smartphones. See: www.pandora.com/everywhere/mobile. Not all devices compatible with USB connection. Your wireless carrier’s rate plans apply.

¹⁴The Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ is available on EX-L Navi trims in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. (Honda HD Digital Traffic service only available in the United States, except Alaska)

¹⁵SiriusXM services require a subscription after any trial period. If you decide to continue your SiriusXM service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. Fees and programming subject to change. XM satellite service is available only to those at least 18 years and older in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. ©2014 Sirius XM Radio Inc. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.

¹⁶ HD Radio is a proprietary trademark of iBiquity Digital Corporation.