Why wait? Today’s young professional wants to live in the moment; the dream job, house and car. Still, for many, owning an SUV remains just that; a dream. Staying true to its slogan ‘The Power of Dreams’, Japanese automaker Honda has answered that call with a resounding yes in the form of a new crossover, the HR-V which means Honda Renaissance Vehicle. It has come at a time when the segment though still in a growth phase has been infiltrated and dominated by other brands in recent years. But the brand with the ‘Midas Touch’ is confident that the HR-V is adequately engineered to live up to its name and change the game!
exclusive local dealer, ATL Automotive Limited says the vehicle has piqued the interest of the young professionals target market in a big way since it landed on Jamaica’s shores in April. “We’re already sold out and are currently selling from the upcoming shipment. A smaller size gives it a more affordable price tag than the much sought after CR-V SUV. But just like the Fit, don’t be fooled by the size, because the interior space is astounding! The styling is quintessentially Honda; a hot car which is bound to catch the eye. Added to that are features such as
Bluetooth, reverse camera, multi-function steering wheel, smart entry and push button start, ” Sam
McKenzie, Head of Business at Honda stated.
The 2015 HR-V crossover blends the styling of a coupe, the toughness, space and utility of an SUV, and the quality and refinement of a Honda in one sporty, personal and versatile multi-dimensional vehicle. The well-equipped HR-V enters the fast-growing entry crossover market with dynamic yet refined exterior styling, fun-to-drive performance, class-leading fuel efficiency ratings and one of the most spacious and versatile cabins in its class.
The HR-V is available in two trim levels: LX and EX. Developed on Honda’s Global Compact Series platform, the HR-V utilizes a centre-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 2834 litres of passenger space and 1665 litres of cargo volume 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 – 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.
The Honda HR-V is available in the following colours: Deep Ocean Pearl, Mulberry Metallic, Alabaster Silver Metallic, Crimson Pearl, Modern Steel Metallic, White Orchid Pearl and Crystal Black Pearl.