Honda has released the first images of the next-generation Freed on its official website, along with some powertrain details about the MPV.
As you can see, the new Freed’s final look is almost identical to the earlier leaked patent images, with significant differences from its predecessor. Starting at the front, the ‘Solid Wing’ face features new-design headlamps that flank a large bar on the grille, with thin slats below it.
The new Freed also gets a redesigned hood, which is larger than before, encompassing the width of the headlamps as well. According to Honda, a 1.5L i-VTEC DOHC engine or a Sport Hybrid i-DCD powertrain will be available for the Freed, with the latter featuring the company’s Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system for improved fuel efficiency.
Down the sides, the Freed appears to retain its familiar profile, although reports indicate the MPV will be longer and taller than before. Other visible changes include the side windows, where the ones near the A-pillars are larger than before for better visibility, while the glass section aft of the rear doors have a more pronounced “kink” to it.
Elsewhere, the side mirrors have been repositioned, there is now a small extension from the roof into the front windscreen, and new wheels have been added. Honda did not reveal the vehicle’s rear, but based on the wraparound tail lamps, the design will likely follow that of the patent images.
The previous Freed was based on the Jazz platform, and made its way to the Malaysian market in 2010. In 2013, two variants of the facelift version were launched, priced at RM99,800 and RM113,500. Unfortunately, poor demand for the MPV saw Honda Malaysia discontinue sales of it here. Do you think the new Freed should be offered here as an alternative to the Toyota Sienta?
GALLERY: New Honda Freed patent images
GALLERY: Previous-gen Honda Freed
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Looks like an improvement over the looks of the old one. Should give Sienta a run for its money too.
But this van is sold at 120k because honda said it”s premium…
The old Freed suffered from being overpriced. More recent launches like the City, Jazz and HRV indicate that Honda Malaysia has learned it’s lesson and I am hopeful that the new Freed is priced more competitively.
I will just pay 120K for Serena S-hybrid
Definately not a small van like Sienta or Freed can sell well on Msia, people looks for a van to carry more people, space comfort, environmetal comfort (Minimun should Toyota Wish size) Also who msian willing paid 100k for a small van…???
The Wish is pretty low, meaning space is limited. Renault proved that 7 people can comfortably ride in a car that’s <4 meters long (without having the driver sit on the engine), with space for 1-2 suitcases left.
The Sienta employs better packaging (it's not an Alza), and may be easier to access than the Wish. Also, a short car is easier to park in tight spots. Same goes to the Freed.
Not bad…only proton juara can beat it in terms of design…kudos honda
The rear end looks very Ertiga
Comes to Malaysia pricing from RM138,888. Thanks to Proton creator
Liar, 2013 Freed 64k
Looks better than the Sienta, Honda should consider bringing it back to Malaysia again to compete against the Sienta which is about to launch soon
From the back, this looks like Suzuki Ertiga or the New Proton Exora.
Ertiga is slot under exora
Price it below 100k and we have a winner.
nominees: Avanza, Sienta, Freed
and the Ugliest Vehicle Award goes to…… *drumroll*
very expensive for sub 1.5L MPV…
better design from current Honda Freed. Poor demand for Honda Freed is becoz of the alien look ugly design.
Freak
it is just a “wagon” Jazz to me…should price between 90-100k
If it’s sold for what it’s actually worth which I presume to be below 50k, it would sell really well…
no longer a Freak
I would pay around RM88,888 to RM98,888 for this.
I thought they r binging in BR-V? BR-V is a budget mpv with far less features than Sienta but price range is below Sienta. Price conscious buyers will go for BR-V.
do the hybrid version here and I think we should see a RM79k people mover. Sure winner.
BRV should be Honda ‘s answer to Sienta. Freed is too pricy
Better buy toyota wish or honda stream recond , reasonable price