Five reasons why the 2023 Honda BR-V S should be your next all-rounder
With the BR-V S, you're making a smart and practical choice for an MPV
In today's fast-paced world, it's an advantage to have things that are versatile. Like a pair of shoes that can be worn on different occasions, or a phone that can double as a DSLR camera. Having things with multiple purposes just makes life more efficient and practical at the same time.
The same applies when it comes to buying a vehicle. It pays to get a car that can serve in many ways. While there are plenty to choose from in the market, there is one that stands out in terms of style, versatility, performance, efficiency, and more importantly, value – it's no other than the all-new BR-V.
Launched by Honda last year, the all-new BR-V is making a compelling case to be your next all-around vehicle, especially with the S CVT variant. Let us show you why.
All-around style
The first-generation BR-V was a highly popular vehicle that customers loved because of its SUV styling – one that never looks out of place in the countryside, or even in the urban jungle.
That all-around characteristic has continued with the all-new BR-V, as Honda further refined its design with the use of simpler lines, giving it a more upscale look. Not only does the more upright body give that macho appeal, but it also has some impressive standard features in the S variant, such as full LED headlights with LED foglamps, and 17-inch alloy wheels.
Inside, the all-new BR-V S gets a nice blend of form and function with the black, gray, and silver motif combined with soft padding on various touch points. The instrument panel has both analog and digital displays, while the digital A/C unit has physical buttons for better control and ease of use.
All-around versatility
Everyone is itching to go out with family and friends, or even do some revenge shopping on the latest gadgets and appliances. As an MPV with seating for 7, the all-new Honda BR-V S is just as capable of taking on the purpose of being your road trip or even shopping buddy.
There's enough space for your bags behind the third row, while there are plenty of cupholders and bottle holders around the cabin to keep everyone hydrated. On stopovers, the second row has a 60:40 split and tumbles in a one-touch mechanism to make getting in and out an easy ordeal.
In case you need the all-new BR-V S to carry your stuff, it also promises to deliver. The 3rd-row seats fold on a 50:50 split and come with a dive-down mechanism to open up 530 liters of cargo capacity. If you need more, fold the 2nd-row seats and the cargo capacity rises up to 1,032 liters.
All-around fun
Normally when you go down the model range, the list of features tends to get thinner. That's where Honda breaks the status quo with the all-new BR-V S.
Like the top-of-the-line BR-V VX, the S variant comes with a 7-inch touchscreen audio system that features Bluetooth, USB, plus Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. Furthermore, you won't have to worry about recharging your devices during a road trip, as the BR-V S has plenty of USB charging ports and 12-volt power outlets inside.
Very rarely do you see Push-To-Start buttons in this model range as standard, but the all-new BR-V S even goes one step further. With the summer season just around the corner, the all-new BR-V S has a remote start function for the A/C to cool down the cabin even before you enter the vehicle.
In terms of safety, the all-new Honda BR-V has been awarded five stars in the ASEAN NCAP tests. The S variant is well-equipped with dual SRS airbags for the driver and front passenger, side airbags, and ISOFIX child seat anchor points. For extra peace of mind when driving, the all-new BR-V S also comes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) as standard, along with Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), Hill Start Assist (HSA) and Emergency Stop Signal (ESS).
All-around performance and efficiency
Whether on winding roads, expressways, or even on crowded city streets, a potent powertrain will always come in handy. And when it comes to the all-new BR-V S, the class-leading power and torque speak for themselves, along with excellent fuel economy.
The all-new BR-V S is powered by a 1.5-liter, DOHC 16-valve inline-4 with Honda's i-VTEC technology. It makes 121 PS at 6600 rpm and 145 Nm of torque at 4300 rpm. Meanwhile, the BR-V's Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) promises a smooth drive and ensures maximum efficiency in just about any driving condition.
In fact, in the latest fuel efficiency test sanctioned by the Automobile Association of the Philippines (AAP), the all-new BR-V's drivetrain can deliver up to 24.71 kilometers per liter, while only requiring a minimum of 91 RON unleaded fuel.
With the all-new Honda BR-V S, you can have both power and efficiency, delivering lots of smiles for many miles.
All-around value
Getting everything you want in a single package could sometimes translate to a hefty price tag. But with the all-new Honda BR-V S, you're guaranteed to get a lot of bang for your buck. You get class-leading power, premium features, fuel efficiency, and impressive versatility for only PHP 1,150,000.
But wait, there's more. Honda's periodic maintenance service recommends the all-new Honda BR-V S to be serviced every 6 months, or 10,000 kilometers, whichever comes first. This means less time spent in the dealership, and more time to do all your activities with the all-new BR-V S. Furthermore, every brand-new Honda vehicle comes with a 3-year, 100,000-kilometer warranty for a worry-free ownership experience.
With all those things considered, you're making a smart and practical choice with the all-new Honda BR-V S - the multi-purpose vehicle for the versatile individual.
If you want to find out more about the all-new Honda BR-V S, visit your nearest Honda dealership or log on to https://hondaphil.com/model/br-v.
