{"id":5071,"date":"2017-03-21T13:46:44","date_gmt":"2017-03-21T13:46:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/faceinews.com\/?p=5071"},"modified":"2017-03-21T13:46:44","modified_gmt":"2017-03-21T13:46:44","slug":"honda-cars-india-launches-all-new-sporty-lifestyle-vehicle-honda-wr-v-in-tamil-nadu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/?p=5071","title":{"rendered":"Honda Cars India launches All-New Sporty Lifestyle Vehicle \u2018Honda WR-V’ in Tamil Nadu"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Mr.<\/a>India is the first market to launch Honda WR-V globally\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

First model developed by Honda R&D in India along with Honda R&D., Japan
\nWR-V comes with a host of class leading premium features and best in class fuel efficiency<\/p>\n

\"Mr.<\/a>Chennai, March 21, 2017: Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), leading manufacturer of passenger cars in India, today introduced its much-anticipated new model, Honda WR-V. The WR-V is an all-new Sporty Lifestyle Vehicle based on Honda’s globally successful Jazz platform. It features a Sporty and Sophisticated exterior design, high quality spacious interiors with advanced equipment, top of the class fuel efficiency, powerful performance and full range of safety features.<\/p>\n

WR-V is the first model developed by Honda R&D India along with Honda R&D, Japan, to match the needs and aspirations of young Indian customers who are looking for status, comfort and have an active lifestyle. The R&D in India has specifically worked on design & engineering concept suitable for right-hand drive and India-exclusive powertrains.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Jnaneswar Sen, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Honda Cars India Ltd. said, \u201cThe fast-evolving Indian market has shown strong demand for compact vehicles that are stylish, comfortable and have premium features. With the launch of the Honda WR-V, we would like to provide joy for recreational usage and comfortable driving for daily use in the city for customers in India. We are confident that WR-V will help us to fortify our premium image in all segments.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cChennai is one of the most important markets for Honda Cars India, in terms of sales. We are extremely happy to introduce the WR-V in the market. We believe that the car would aptly suit and compliment their lifestyle. We are extremely thankful to our customers in Tamil Nadu and in India at large, for their faith in the brand,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

The WR-V has been developed under the concept of \u201cRefresh for Urban India\u201d which is built around 3 core concepts of Urban Active Lifestyle that is high seating stance & ground clearance, Smart Compact Exterior with Spacious Interior along with Versatility & Utility, Pleasurable high quality interior & class leading fuel efficiency.<\/p>\n

EXTERIOR
\nThe new WR-V\u00a0has a striking road presence with bold looks. It has exclusive day-time-running LED DRL & position lamps and the front grill with solid wing face. All this\u00a0accentuates its\u00a0premium appeal\u00a0with intense, sharp and stunning look.\u00a0The large glass area offers excellent driver visiblity and sense of space for all occupants.<\/p>\n

Key exterior features<\/p>\n

Front Solid Wing Chrome Grille
\nFirst-in-segment Electric Sunroof with One-Touch Open\/Close Function with Auto Reverse
\nR16 Alloy Wheel\u00a0design\u00a0with gunmetal finish
\nHeadlamp Integrated Signature LED DRLs & position lamps
\nPremium Split Type Rear Combination Lamps
\nFront Fog Lamps & LED High Mount Stop Lamp Turn Indicator on ORVM
\nSilver Finished Roof Rail Garnish
\nArmor like protective body cladding with big tires
\nHigh ground clearance
\nChrome door handles<\/p>\n

INTERIOR
\nThe\u00a0interior\u00a0design concept of the\u00a0new WR-V is \u201cNovelty Urban\u201d\u00a0that\u00a0expresses fun, youthfulness,\u00a0and progressive feeling. The new WR-V comes with 2 interior color themes \u2013 Urban Casual: Black and Bluish grey seat fabric and Urban Sophisticated:\u00a0Black & Silver\u00a0seat fabric. Based on Honda\u2019s Man Maximum Machine Minimum concept, the WR-V offers luxurious space, which is more than even cars in higher categories.<\/p>\n

Key Interior design features<\/p>\n

Advanced Multi-information Combination meter with LCD Display, Blue Backlight and silver finish
\nEco AssistTM Ambient Rings on Combimeter
\nUser-friendly smart interface for automatic climate control
\nSliver finished AC vents, door ornaments, dashboard ornaments Intelligent storage spaces
\nFront Centre Armrest designed to fit Tablets and iPads USB plug and accessory socket
\nFront console box with separate pocket
\n3 cup holders and 4 bottle holders<\/p>\n

POWERTRAIN
\nThe WR-V\u00a0adopts the best of Honda\u2019s powertrains to achieve a perfect balance of performance and fuel economy.
\nEngine Transmission Power Torque Fuel Efficiency
\n1.5L DOHC i-DTEC Diesel 6 MT 100PS@3600rpm 200NM@1750rpm 25.5 KMPL
\nBest in Segment
\n1.2L SOHC i-VTEC
\nPetrol 5 MT 90PS@6000rpm 110NM@4800rpm 17.5 KMPL<\/p>\n

The 5-speed Manual Transmission of petrol WR-V is a newly developed transmission to maximize the performance of WR-V with the 1.2L i-VTEC engine.<\/p>\n

KEY SPECIFICATION OF WR-V<\/p>\n

Length Width Height Wheelbase Ground Clearance Bootspace
\n3999 mm 1734 mm 1601 mm 255 mm 188 mm* 363 L
\n*Minimum ground clearance mentioned is in unladen condition<\/p>\n

CHASSIS
\nThe suspension of WR-V has been designed to match the active lifestyle of the customers with greater roll stability and improved rigidity for better handling performance.
\nMac-Pherson strut front suspension.
\nTwisted torsion beam rear suspension<\/p>\n

ADVANCED EQUIPMENT
\nHonda WR-V offers a host of Advanced Interior Equipment that offers information, entertainment and direction for the tech-savvy young Indian customer. Everything that the customer may need to stay connected with the outside world is just a touch away.
\n17.7cm Advanced Infotainment with audio , video and navigation system – Digipad
\nIn-built Satellite Linked Turn-by-turn Navigation
\nMy storage Internal Media Memory 1.5GB
\nMirror Link support for Smartphone Connectivity
\nInternet access for Browsing, Email and Live Traffic via optional Wifi Receiver
\nVoice Commands for Media, Navigation and Calling
\nSmartphone Voice Assistant Activation
\nBluetooth for Handsfree Telephone and Audio Streaming Support
\nAM\/FM Digital Radio Tuner, MP3\/WAV, i-Pod
\nMicro SD Card Slots for Maps and Media (2 Nos.) & HDMI-IN port
\nSteering mounted controls for HFT, Audio, Voice command and Cruise control
\nAutomatic Climate Control with Touch Control Panel
\nOne Push Start\/Stop Button with white and red illumination
\nHonda Smart Key System with Keyless Remote
\nCruise Control
\nFront Centre Armrest with Storage Console
\nPower Steering (EPS) – Tilt and Telescopic<\/p>\n

SAFETY FEATURES
\nWR-V is equipped with a wide range of Honda\u2019s active and passive safety technologies, which are offered as standard equipment across all variants.
\nAdvanced Compatibility Engineering (ACETM) Body Structure
\nDual SRS front airbags
\nAnti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
\nImpact mitigating front head rest
\nPedestrian injury mitigation technology
\nIntelligent Pedal (Brake Over Ride System)
\nMulti-angle rear view camera\u00a0with guidelines \u2013 Only in VX grade<\/p>\n

GRADES & COLOURS
\nThe Honda WR-V is offered in two grades S and VX in both Petrol and Diesel variants.
\nThe Honda\u00a0WR-V\u00a0is available with a choice of\u00a06 color options:\u00a0Premium Amber Metallic (New), Modern Steel Metallic, White Orchid Pearl, Carnelian Red Pearl, Alabaster Silver Metallic and Golden Brown Metallic<\/p>\n

SALES, SERVICE AND WARRANTY
\nDeliveries of the Honda WR-V will begin immediately from the HCIL dealer network of 336 facilities in 224 cities across the country. The Honda WR-V will offer complete peace of mind with 3 years \/ Unlimited Kilometers warranty as standard benefit to the customer. Additionally, customers can opt for Extended Warranty for additional two years \/ Unlimited kilometers for extra peace of mind.<\/p>\n

Honda WR-V Price Ex-showroom Chennai (INR)
\nVariant Diesel Petrol
\nVX MT 10,15,400 9,14,500
\nS MT 8,94,500 7,90,500<\/p>\n

ABOUT HONDA CARS INDIA LTD
\nHonda Cars India Ltd., (HCIL) leading manufacturer of passenger cars in India was established in December 1995 with a commitment to provide Honda\u2019s latest passenger car models and technologies, to the Indian customers. HCIL has two state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities at Greater Noida, U.P and Tapukara, Distt. Alwar, Rajasthan.<\/p>\n

The company\u2019s product range includes Honda Brio, Honda Jazz, Honda WR-V, Honda Amaze, Honda Mobilio, Honda City, Honda BR-V and the Honda CR-V \u2013 which are manufactured in India. The Accord Hybrid is being sold as a CBU imported from Thailand. Honda\u2019s models are strongly associated with advanced design and technology, apart from its established qualities of durability, reliability and fuel-efficiency. The company has a strong sales and distribution network with 336 facilities in 224 cities across spread across the country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

India is the first market to launch Honda WR-V globally\u00a0 First model developed by Honda R&D in India along with Honda R&D., Japan WR-V comes with a host of class leading premium features and best in class fuel efficiency Chennai, March 21, 2017: Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), leading manufacturer of passenger cars in India, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":5072,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5071","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-corporate"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5071","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=5071"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5071\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5074,"href":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5071\/revisions\/5074"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/5072"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=5071"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=5071"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.faceinews.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=5071"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}