Seri Kembangan, 10th November 2016 – The All-New BR-V, Honda Malaysia’s brand new Full 7-Seater Crossover prototype made a surprise preview today at the Malaysia Autoshow 2016. The All-New BR-V was unveiled by Yang Berhormat Dato’ Sri Mustapa Mohamed, Minister of International Trade and Industry together with Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Honda Malaysia, Mr. Katsuto Hayashi. The prototype All-New BR-V in Taffeta White will be on display at the Malaysia Autoshow 2016 at the Mines International Exhibition and Convention Centre (MIECC) for the next 3 days.
The All-New BR-V is powered by a 1.5L i-VTEC engine, which provides 120PS, making it the highest engine output in its segment.
The All-New BR-V appears in Honda’s signature Solid Wing Face design and a sleek Roof Rail that gives the 7-Seater Crossover a strong and stylish appearance. The trendy exterior is further enhanced with Daytime Running Light (DRL) and 16” Dual Tone Alloy wheels. Practical features such as the reverse camera and sensors are also made available in the All-New BR-V.
Seats in the All-New BR-V are designed for multi-configuration, enabling the space to be easily manipulated for the users’ convenience. The All-New BR-V boasts a spacious 223 litres boot space with all seats up, the largest in its segment. The space increases to 539 litres when the third row seats are folded. The second row seats adjusts with an easy One Touch Tilt & Tumble in a 60:40 configuration while the third row seats comes in a 50:50 split configuration and full tumble.
Leather seats and rear air-conditioning are also welcomed features in the All-New BR-V, for better comfort in the car.
Malaysians can view the prototype All-New BR-V at Honda’s booth at the Malaysia Autoshow 2016 happening right now until 13th November 2016 at MIECC. Visitors to Honda’s booth this year, themed “Tomorrow’s Dream, Today’s Reality” will also be treated with a showcase of Honda’s advancements in Technology, Safety and Robotics.
The Honda booth also features an Advanced Technology Corner which is specially set up to educate visitors on Honda’s Hybrid system, safety technologies and Turbo engine. Honda’s latest prototype with Hybrid technology (i-DCD Sport Hybrid) will be on display throughout the Autoshow. Visitors will also have the opportunity to ride and experience Honda’s personal mobility device UNI-CUB β at Honda booth. The Accord, Civic and City will be on display at the booth and visitors could take advantage of the ongoing year-end bonuses of up to RM8,000 by placing bookings. Various other attractions are in store for visitors including lucky draws with exciting prizes and merchandise sales.
Malaysians could also view the prototype All-New BR-V during a series of roadshows around Malaysia for the next two months at the following locations.
| No. | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| November 2016 | ||
| 1 | 20th November 2016 | AEON Mall, Shah Alam, Selangor |
| 2 | 26th November 2016 | Aman Central Mall, Alor Setar, Kedah |
| 3 | 27th November 2016 | Queensbay Mall, Penang |
| December 2016 | ||
| 4 | 2nd December 2016 | AEON Mall, Kota Bahru, Kelantan |
| 5 | 3rd December 2016 | Giant Kuala Terengganu Mall, Terengganu |
| 6 | 4th December 2016 | East Coast Mall, Kuantan, Pahang |
| 7 | 10th December 2016 | Tesco Extra Tebrau City, Johor Bahru |
| 8 | 11th December 2016 | AEON Bandaraya Melaka Shopping Centre, Malacca |
| 9 | 17th December 2016 | 1 Utama Shopping Centre, Petaling Jaya, Selangor |
| 10 | 18th December 2016 | Tesco Extra Ipoh Garden, Perak |
| 11 | 23rd December 2016 | Inanam, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah |
| 12 | 24th December 2016 | Imago Shopping Mall, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah |
Table 1: All-New BR-V Roadshow Dates & Locations
*Dates & Locations are subject to change
For more information, customers can call Honda’s Toll Free number at 1-800-88-2020 or log on to www.honda.com.my to discover more about the exciting features and roadshow venues of the prototype All-New BR-V.
Left to Right-YB Dato’ Sri Mustapa Mohamed, Minister of International Trade and Industry; Dato' Mohamad Madani Sahari, CEO of MAI;
Mr Akkbar Danial, VP of HMSB; Mr Katsuto Hayashi, MD & CEO of HMSB; En Roslan Abdullah, President & COO of HMSB
The All-New BR-V, Honda Malaysia’s brand new Full 7-Seater Crossover prototype made a surprise preview today at the Malaysia Autoshow 2016
The All-New BR-V is powered by a 1.5L i-VTEC engine, which provides 120PS, making it the highest engine output in its segment
Mr Katsuto Hayashi, MD & CEO of HMSB; & En Roslan Abdullah, President & COO of HMSB riding Honda's personal mobility device
UNI-CUB β
The Advanced Technology Corner, specially set up to educate visitors on Honda’s Hybrid system, safety technologies and Turbo engine
The redesigned 9th Generation Accord offers a great package of value for money while maintaining premium features in all variants
The All-New Civic offering D-Segment value at C-Segment pricing
Equipped with a 1.5L SOHC i-VTEC engine and coupled with the advanced CVT that was developed under Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology, the City provides the joy of driving through the perfect combination of driving performance and fuel economy