After going on sale in Indonesia last November (the initial reveal took place earlier), the second-generation Honda BR-V has now been announced for Thailand, where it will be offered in two variants.
The starting point is the E, which is estimated to retail at 930,000 baht (RM112,776), while the top-spec EL is expected to sell at 980,000 baht (RM118,839). These projected prices are higher than the first-generation model offered in the kingdom, which was previously priced between 765,000 and 835,000 baht (RM92,769 and RM101,258) across its V and SV variants.
Of course, the all-new BR-V is a lot more sophisticated than the original, both in terms of design and standard equipment. The all-new MPV was previewed by the N7X Concept and boasts a more refined (and rugged) look, while also occupying a larger footprint.
Breaking out the measuring tape, the second-gen model measures 4,490 mm long, 1,780 mm wide, 1,685 mm tall and has a wheelbase that spans 2,695 mm. For context, the BR-V we have here is 4,457 mm long, 1,735 mm wide, 1,677 mm tall and its wheelbase only stretches to 2,662 mm.
Both variants of the BR-V in Thailand will be powered by the same engine, which is a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder petrol unit that outputs 121 PS at 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm of torque at 4,300. As standard, the DOHC i-VTEC mill drives the front wheels via a CVT.
Equipment-wise, the E gets 16-inch wheels (with 215/60 profile tyres), electric power steering, ventilated front disc brakes and rear drum brakes, automatic LED headlamps, LED DRLs, chrome outer door handles as well as electrically-adjustable side mirrors with integrated turn signals.
Inside, the base option comes with a 4.2-inch multi-info instrument cluster display, two-tone (Black and Mocha Grey) combination leather upholstery, automatic air-conditioning (with rear ceiling vents), keyless entry and start (with Honda Smart Key and remote engine start), a seven-inch Display Audio touchscreen (with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), a multi-function leather steering wheel and four speakers.
The EL naturally gets more items on top of the E, including larger 17-inch wheels (with 215/55 profile tyres), a piano black front grille, LED front fog lamps, auto-folding side mirrors, paddle shifters, all-black combination leather upholstery, two more speakers for a total of six as well as additional convenience features (illuminated vanity mirrors, more power accessory outlets and front seatback pockets).
The higher prices (estimated) are sort of justified when you consider that the Honda Sensing suite is standard across the BR-V range. Standard fit includes Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Road Departure Mitigation System With Lane Departure Warning (RDM with LDW), Auto High-Beam (AHB), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) And Lead Car Departure Notification System (LCDN).
Also part of the safety and driver assist list are Honda LaneWatch, an all-seat seatbelt reminder system, a rearview camera, passive systems (VSA, ABS, EBD, brake assist, hill start assist, walk away auto lock) and a minimum of four airbags – the EL gets additional side curtain airbags for a total of six.
In Thailand, the BR-V will be available in three colours, namely Premium Sunlight White Pearl, Crystal Black Pearl and Taffeta White. As you’d expect, there are a range of Modulo accessories offered to customers too, including a tailgate garnish, window visors, front fender garnish, a stainless steel exhaust pipe finisher, side mirror garnish, and fitted sunshades for second-row passengers.
After the HR-V, the BR-V is expected to be the next model that Honda Malaysia launches here, although there’s been no indication as to when this will take place. For now, what do you think of the MPV’s Thailand specifications? What are you hoping for if and when the BR-V comes here? Upon arrival, the BR-V will have no shortage of competition, with the Toyota Veloz and even the latest Perodua Alza (if we widen the price bracket) being notable rivals.
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Interior looks outdated while exterior looks ugly and plain. Boring!
Honda surrendered to Veloz and Alza
Just don’t book first.Once sales become very slow,they will give rebates.After all,SST already in force,what is the hurry?
Yep, based from amaze interior, not really surprised tbh because it’s Honda
Yup. Aboh dia lah huduh btol interior. Luar huduh xpe lg x nmpk. Ni tudia habaq hang dlm nokharom, simpang malaikat 56 nih.
WTH the Honda designer doing, the rear design is so awful. The front face is acceptable but the rear is truly ugly. Honda should hire a new batch of designer to specifically working on the rear design. Even if the civic looks good but the rear lamp is little big bulky. The Accord staple style is super weird and now the new BRV having awful design again.
Hire the Azlan dude from Sister co Protong..canggih ,kawkaw design..better than so-called game changer Preve n Iris.
Haven’t release in Malaysia already kena bungkus with Alza. Better just keep it unreleased.
Isn’t looking any better than it’s predecessor. This is what happens when the designers after the “algorithms” of those longed for a muscular and aggressive presence looking cars but have limited surface area to work on.
What a “great” design, especially the rear design which looks like Haval / Chery’s design standard 10 years ago.
this is not brv. this is honda city in mpv style. still no epb? 113k? say goodbye to velozz.
BRV inside looks way basic and very plain. Nothing to shout about, even gearbox lever reminds on 2006 corolla altis
It’s 2022 coming to 2023, still no panaromic 360 camera for a family car?
Design mcm ni dgn harga atas 100k, bye bye je la dgn veloz & alza. Sbb honda ni bmula dgn huruf H sbb tu la laku kat Msia
Dead On Arrival Car
So boring not having 1.0l turbo or ehev…
Damn, no EPB, rear disc brake, no 6 six airbags for E variant in 2022 as standard,no semi or full digital meter clusture and no 9in infotaiment system or 360 monitor/BSM.
I would consider the air conditioner control interface is a downgrade from City/Civic 2022 with the solid/intuvetive dial to button interface.
But there is some improvement in 2nd and 3rd row folding arrangement much more refined.
I think the Indonesian version has better interior from what I saw in youtube reviews.
My opinion the Alza H/AV 2022 has better bang for buck compared to the Thailand verison BRV may the price which is above RM 100k but BRV does have silghtly better engine HP/Nm if the curb weight is marginal.
Correction*
Interior same as Indonesian version as viewed in the reviews.
kereta indon…
why all comments are so negative… from a family man point of view, I think it’s quite a good looking car… I will choose over brv than alza, veloz or xpander provided if it’s pricing is remain similar to the current model brv or at reasonable increment… anyway, it’s just my own opinion…
This brv looks way outdated. Gearbox design looks like city gm2 and interior also not as premium as veloz, alza and xpander.
When choosing a car, don’t rely on subjective matter like ‘it looks good to me’. Begin with what kind of safety features it offers; especially when it’s a family car. ‘Looks’ doesn’t save you from accident nor does it help you minimize the outcome of an accident.
Hoping that Honda will match the hybrid powertrain with all new BRV. That would make alot of sense. Low fuel consumption, can carry more passenger.