In a significant move, Honda has unveiled the Honda BR-V N7X Edition at the IIMS 2024, showcasing exclusive styling enhancements that set it apart from the base S trim and other manual transmission variants. Although the Honda BR-V was discontinued in the Indian market due to low sales, it continues to thrive in select ASEAN markets. The N7X Edition builds upon the success of its predecessor, the second-generation BR-V.
Based on the advanced Amaze platform, the second-generation BR-V has undergone substantial improvements, rectifying design anomalies present in the first generation. The new BR-V exudes a more pronounced SUV aesthetic, with a beefier and flatter front fascia, streamlined bonnet, and sleek tail lights reminiscent of the 5th gen City sedan. Internally, the BR-V N7X Edition shares most of its interior elements with the current Amaze model.
Highlighting the exclusive features of the Honda BR-V N7X Edition are a dark chrome front grill with the N7X Edition emblem, eye-catching LED headlights with DRLs, power retractable ORVMs with LED turn indicators, black door handles, 17-inch alloy wheels finished in black, black side garnish, black shark fin antenna, dark chrome BR-V badging, and an all-black interior with silver elements in the CVT variant, among others.
The Honda BR-V N7X Edition is available in three trims: E CVT, Prestige CVT, and Prestige Sensing CVT. With prices starting from IDR 319.4 million (Rs 17 lakhs), the BR-V N7X Edition introduces the captivating Sand Khaki Pearl as its highlight color. In Indonesia, the model is equipped with a 1.5L DOHC I-VTEC engine, generating 121 PS of peak power and 145 Nm of peak torque, coupled with either a 6-speed MT or a CVT. The base S trim does not offer the N7X Edition kit, and the Honda Sensing ADAS suite is exclusive to the top-spec trim.
As SUVs and MPVs gain traction in the automotive landscape, it remains to be seen if Honda will reconsider introducing the BR-V in India, potentially rivaling popular models like the Maruti Ertiga, XL6, and Kia Carens. The Honda BR-V N7X Edition offers a stylish and enhanced option for SUV enthusiasts, with its distinctive design and exclusive features.
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