QUICK DRIVE: Honda HR-V RS – VGR system tested

The upcoming launch of the Honda HR-V facelift will see the addition of a new variant, the HR-V RS. It supersedes the previous V grade variant as the new range-topper, complete with unique dark chrome accents and 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels.

The big news is the addition of a new Variable Gear Ratio (VGR) steering system, which will be offered exclusively with the sporty RS. Unfortunately, all details regarding the interior are embargoed, but expect minor changes, especially with seat upholstery and equipment.

Performance-wise, the updated HR-V range will all come with the existing 1.8 litre SOHC four-cylinder engine, producing 142 PS and 172 Nm of torque. Power is channeled to the front wheels through a Continuously Variable Transmission.

Watch the video above to learn what’s new, and find out just how the new advanced VGR system works in our written review here. As usual, let us know what you think of the car in the comments below.

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Comments

  • Pilihanraya Kalah Teruk on Aug 29, 2018 at 7:34 pm

    Got this kind of car, who wants to buy China spec and China quality Boyue?

    At least Honda is sold in 200 over countries.

    Boyue cannot even sell in first world countries and only sold in a handful of 3rd world countries.

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    • Meanwhile CHR only sells 50 units as compared to HRV. Toyota Sales crying in shame.

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      • under 100K, better buy Geely Boyue

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      • halloha560-john SDN BHD on Aug 30, 2018 at 10:09 am

        Cause Toyota CH-R is not even CKD yet, Toyota Malaysia only sell Imported CH-R Units (CBU CH-R Units). By the time next year or end of this year, Toyota CH-R will sell many thousand units which is known as CKD

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        • kzm (Member) on Aug 30, 2018 at 11:22 am

          CHR will not be CKD.. Thai will be the only place where CHR will be made in this region

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          • Fugley on Sep 01, 2018 at 2:10 pm

            Ady saw several on road. CHR is ugly.

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          • Ady saw on road. HRV is very ugly and too outdated. Moreover Honda looks like donkey design

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        • if 50 units/month how to ckd? lol…btw, it is over-designed vs the 1.8 NA engine to me

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    • Lavida Owner on Aug 30, 2018 at 7:00 am

      DRB honda hrv horrid horendous interior then any China spec and China quality.

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    • What?? on Aug 30, 2018 at 10:50 am

      What kind of simpleton logic is this. Since when did the number of countries these cars are sold dictate the quality of a brand’s products?

      Fiat, as horribly unreliable as they are also can sell all over the world. As long as carmakers meet the bare minimum regulations of certain continents/countries then they have the right to market it there. It has nothing to do with how well built or competitive their cars are.

      Also, Geely is still an up and coming carmaker who only 5 years ago finally figured out how to make decent cars. It’s understandable why they don’t have an extensive global dealer network right now. But in 5-6 years time, it will be very, very different.

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      • Basherlogic on Sep 01, 2018 at 2:12 pm

        . Since when did the number of countries these cars are sold dictate the quality of a brand’s products?”

        Since basher said like that
        It is called basher logic

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    • Which planet you live in? Because the Earth we normal and sound-minded people living in have less than 200 countries. Is it that you are from planet Bullshit?

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  • Poor built quality and lousy outdated SOHC 2012 engine from old junk civic. This model is a fool’s car for sure compared to its rivals with more powerful engines out there.
    If so butthurt, can test drive its rivals and then make your own judgement call. LOL

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    • Violin on Aug 30, 2018 at 10:21 pm

      Absolutely true bro, HR-Vs are too overrated in Malaysia.
      Lousy built quality, old engine and worst of all it looks hideous with a big H.
      I immediately booked the CX-3 facelift and the current XV for my family. Booking fees etc done. LOL.

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      • Tido oh tido on Sep 01, 2018 at 2:14 pm

        XV is for showing off to village pipu only. Cannot bring children and grandparents together

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      • Johan on Nov 18, 2018 at 12:03 pm

        Mazda salesman you are doing a great job. Goodluck selling your mazda aka poor resale value cars.

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    • Autobahn on Sep 01, 2018 at 11:56 am

      Agreed. There is nothing RS about this hrv when the engine power is 140hp 170nm and coupled with rubbery cvt. Oh my…how much did honda pay for this article to be published paultan?

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  • kenot on Aug 29, 2018 at 9:58 pm

    RS version..look sporty and better exterior. but sadly no honda sensing, or autonomous emergency braking.

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  • Proton fans on Aug 30, 2018 at 8:04 am

    Buy Boyue better! Ive got one.

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  • 12yrsold john on Aug 30, 2018 at 10:05 am

    Seriously, they call this a facelift “sporty RS” but give U the same 1.8 engine!!
    Yo Honda MY, if U are serious, U should at least make an effort to give the 1.5 turbo engine la.
    Sporty RS kononya! Like that how to give Mazda CX3 a run for their money?

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    • yalor, i’d rather top up 10k+ for cx3 2.0 or xv 2.0 with better quality interior, engine, handling, NVH…

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  • Coming Soon... on Aug 30, 2018 at 10:49 am

    Boyue anytime! Go make my Day!!!

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  • Come on Honda Malaysia please drop in the 1.5L turbo engine like the 1 u sold in UK recently.

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