![]() ![]() That will mostly mean non-plug-in hybrid like the HR-V, but will also include full electric, plug-in hybrid and – potentially – hydrogen fuel cell, although probably not as early as next year. Honda is saying that in Europe all its ‘mainstream’ models – that’s the get-out clause for the Civic Type R – will be electrified by the end of 2022. And what’s this about more electrification? Prices raise to £29,210 for an Advance trim (powered tailgate, keyless entry, heated steering wheel) and £31,660 for an Advance Style version (better audio system, two-tone paint). The new HR-V goes on sale on 3 August 2021, with prices starting from £26,960 for an Elegance model, which has LED headlights, heated front seats and 18-inch wheels as standard. How much will it be, and what do you get? ![]() There are three modes for the driver to choose between – Sport, Normal and Eco – plus a B mode for stronger regenerative braking, EV-style, to boost the battery. There’s nothing noticeable to the driver.’ Project leader Kojiro Okabe said: ‘The system calculates the best efficiency that’s most suitable and selects it autonomously. And at lower speeds, charge permitting, the HR-V switches off the petrol engine and uses just electric power. But at higher speeds, the system switches over to conventional engine propulsion. Honda claims a 52.3mpg economy figure, with emissions rated at 122g/km.Īs a default, the e-motor provides the power, with the petrol engine working essentially as a range extender, feeding the battery. The HR-V’s new powertrain makes 129bhp and 187lb ft, good for a 10.2sec 0-62mph sprint. So you get a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and an electric motor, both up front, with a battery under the boot floor and a petrol tank located under the passenger compartment. Browse our great selection of 67 new cars, trucks, and SUVs in the Honda Kingsport online inventory. What’s under that long bonnet?īasically the same e:HEV hybrid powertrain as the current Jazz, but tweaked to deal with the HR-V’s larger size and weight. Behind the dash, the heating and ventilation system is more compact, helping make the cabin roomier. The air vents are a new L-shape design intended to blow air around occupants rather than blast it straight at them. ![]()
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