The 2016 Honda HR-V made its Canadian debut at the 2015 Montreal International Auto Show. The much awaited replacement of the crossover vehicle boasts new exterior styling, improved fuel economy and unmatched cabin spaciousness.
The latest model of the Jazz-based compact SUV is available in three trims: VTi, VTi-L and VTi-S - all powered by a 1.8 liter gasoline motor coupled with a CVT automatic transmission gearbox.
Safety features include Honda's Lane Watch System: a small camera intergrated in the side mirror allows user to monitor the road when merging, displaying the vehicle's blind spot when the turn light is activated. The City-Brake System, a feature that monitors the road ahead and automatically applies brakes when it detects an imminent crash.
Here's a list of specs by trim:
VTi
- 16 inch alloys
- LED tail lights
- Magic Seats
- Halogen headlamps
- Standard reverse camera
- 7 inch touchscreen
VTi-S
- 17 inch alloys
- Smart key entry
- Push button ignition
- Front fog lamps
- City-Brake Active System
- Lane Watch
- Auto wipers
- Roof rails
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
VTi-L
- 17 inch alloys
- Paddle shift steering wheel
- Panoramic sunroof
- Dual-climate control
- Chrome door handles
- Rear center arm rest
- Part-leather seats
Key Packaging Specifications
- Wheelbase, mm - 2610
- Length, mm - 4294
- Width, mm - 1772
- Height, mm - 1605
- Passenger volume, L - 235(LX), 2721 (EX, EX-L)
- Cargo volume, L - 1665 rear seats down
- Seating capacity - 5
"The new HR-V crossover is a true segment-busting vehicle, unlike anything else on the market today," said Dave Gardner, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Honda Canada Inc. "It's got all the essential elements of our Honda DNA, our packaging innovation, fuel-efficient powertrain technology, leading safety technology and, above all, Honda quality, to make this an incredibly compelling, sporty and value-packed new member of the Honda family." via Herald Online.
Founded in 1969, Honda Canada Inc. has produced more than 6.5 million trucks and cars since 1986 with two manufacturing facilities with a third manufacturing facility dedicated to building engines in Alliston, Ontario.
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