Honda has shown a fascinating concept vehicle that lays the groundwork for a sporty SUV. The new Honda SUV RS Concept makes its debut with the goal of attracting the attention of Honda fans in important growing regions. A project that directly references the Honda ZR-V.
Honda has chosen the Indonesian Motor Show 2021 as the venue for presenting a very fascinating conceptual model to society, to which we must pay great attention. The new Honda SUV RS Concept has been unveiled to the public. A project that will establish the groundwork for a new sporty SUV that will be a market leader in a few growing regions.
The new Honda RS Concept SUV goes well beyond the typical sporty SUV. It also gives you a sneak peek at the upcoming Honda ZR-V. This is a model that will be sold in Indonesia and the rest of Southeast Asia. It has finally been shown, following a brief formal advance, and has sparked a lot of attention.
Honda’s new ZR-V and the potential of an RS model
Models with a sporty and dynamic aesthetic appeal are particularly popular in the Indonesian market, as well as in Southeast Asia in general. As a result, companies like Honda take advantage of this trend to develop variants of their models that appeal to this demographic. The Honda SUV Concept RS is yet to launch a todocamino with the height of a Type R. It’s something we need to keep in mind.
Another important aspect of this concept vehicle is the arrival of the long-awaited Honda ZR-V. And it’s on this foundation that the new SUV RS Concept is built. It’s important to remember that, in addition to the HR-V and CR-V, Honda sells several SUVs outside of Europe. Two excellent examples are the Honda WR-V and Honda BR-V.
Using Honda’s global lineup as a benchmark, the new ZR-V is just one notch below the HR-V stated earlier. An SUV with more compact proportions that can compete with Hyundai Cretas, KIA Seltos, and even Nissan Kicks.
The Honda ZR-V RS is the sportier variant of the SUV RS Concept. The Japanese company hasn’t revealed any additional information about the production vehicle that the RS Concept SUV promotes. According to the claims that have surfaced so far, the car would have a 1.5-liter i-VTEC gasoline engine with a power output of around 120 horsepower under the hood. A block that may be used in conjunction with either a manual or CVT-type automatic transmission. In both circumstances, front-wheel drive is used.
We can rule out any sort of electrification when considering the markets for which it is intended. Unfortunately, and as one might imagine, no plans exist for the new model’s arrival in Europe.
Honda SUV RS Concept
Honda HR-V 2022
The world is evolving at a breakneck pace. New mobility forms are required by European and worldwide rules. Sustainability has become our daily bread, which is why every new model that hits the market must have the most environmentally friendly DNI possible. The Honda HR-V embodies this revitalization in the Japanese home. A product that has the potential to become one of the company’s greatest sellers.
The HR-origins V’s began in the late 1990s as an urban SUV with a distinct look and nearly unique idea. The second generation was born in 2013, after a few years of commercial absence. It keeps its Asian design aesthetic and rapidly becomes one of Honda’s most popular models. Now the third version is out, which is entirely new and distinct in many ways.
In terms of design, Honda’s designers have created an SUV with clean lines and a neutral look. Nothing stands out, and for an Asian product, we may label it as overly aseptic or too geared toward a more conservative client. The coupe silhouette of its rear, in addition to the change in proportions that hasn’t resulted in a change in the vehicle’s measures, is the most prominent feature. MORE:
Although not all of the measurements have been discovered, we have been told that the total length will remain the same at 4.33 meters. To achieve more consensual and homogeneous forms, the overall height has been decreased, the ground clearance has been enhanced (+10 mm), and the cabin has been pushed backwards and somewhat raised. All of this is finished off with 18-inch wheels, chrome accents, and subtle tension lines running throughout the body, including in the wheel arches.
It is built on a brand-new platform that is not only capable of integrating next-generation hybrid mechanics, but also provides improved interior comfort. The back passengers will benefit from a significant increase in room (+ 35 mm).
Two people will be extremely comfortable, albeit the height in relation to the ceiling will be an issue if the height limit of 1.80 – 1.85 meters is surpassed. Although no official data on cargo capacity has been provided, the trunk appears to be spacious enough for a pair of large luggage, despite the lack of a huge double bottom.
It’s too early to draw definitive conclusions on quality and final materials because the Honda HR-V with which I was allowed to experiment was a pre-series model that will be touched up before its commercial sale in Europe. Despite this, I’ve found that the mood is generally positive.
Because this is a sector B, the presence of plastics is noticeable, but in line with market trends. When it comes to the inside design, there will be two options: one in black and one in transparent, both with beautiful orange inlays to add a unique touch.
The development of this third generation has received a lot of attention as equipment has improved. The new Honda HR-V comes with cutting-edge technology.
The interior space has been meticulously designed to provide a B-SUV with above-average qualities, particularly in terms of size and habitability. As a result, certain components have been shifted, such as the gasoline tank, which is now situated under the front seats rather than the back, as is customary. All of this will be accomplished using a hybrid strategy that will be in charge of transporting Spanish units.
Honda HR-V 2022 gets a new HEV system.
Because the times demand it, manufacturers are compelled to install electrified motors across their whole product line. Honda now provides a diverse selection of vehicles, including the Honda e, Honda Jazz, and Honda CR-V.
As I previously stated, the main engine is a 1.5 liter Atkinson cycle gasoline heat engine. A generator, an impeller, a control unit, and an intelligent power unit are all housed beneath the trunk’s floor (hence we do not have a double bottom). According to the performance data that has surfaced, it will produce 131 horsepower, which is identical to the existing model, but with a maximum torque of 253 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more, which is a significant increase.
The innovative technology will be able to control itself by switching between three different driving modes: electric, hybrid, and engine. The electric motor takes precedence over the thermal motor in the first. In the second, they collaborate, however the system will aim to move entirely electrically whenever feasible. Finally, in the third mode, the electrical block will provide more torque to the heat engine, allowing for higher recoveries and performance than the existing HR-V.
The automobile will pre-define certain modes, and the driver will have no control over them. Yes, there’s a button in the center tunnel that takes you to a Sport mode. Expect the same kind of reaction you’d get in a Jazz or a CR-V. We tell the car we want maximum performance with it, so the HR-V will operate in tandem with its two engines until the battery runs out. I reiterate that no figure for predicted autonomy has been proposed.
If the battery will serve as a modulator has been mentioned. This implies that if the driver demands the car’s full acceleration capacity for any reason, the extra thrust will be provided by the electric motor via a more vigorous discharge of the battery rather of the heat engine. I have to admit that if the team performs as well as it did in the Honda Jazz test (which it should), I expect good consumption statistics and above-average benefits.
The sale price is another piece of information that has been unreleased since Honda has refused to make a commitment. The first vehicles are slated to arrive in Spanish showrooms in February 2022. The final sale prices and the manner the variety of equipment will be built up will be announced before that date, in October or November. I believe the beginning price will be in the range of 22-25,000 euros, establishing it as a direct competitor to significant vehicles in the category such as the Renault Captur and Toyota CH-R, the two market leaders.
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