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Honda new compact SUV to be in Indian market this month: Check features and expected price
Japanese automaker Honda is all set to add a sub-4-meter compact SUV in its product line up for the Indian market. The compact SUV which is expected to be named ZR-V was first teased at the launch of the Honda BR-V last month. Based on the same platform as the BR-V, the ZR-V will reportedly the using the same engine unit as the Honda Amaze and should enter the market in mid-2022.
The teasers of the upcoming ZR-V reveal that the SUV will sport a look inspired by Honda’s other compact SUV, BR-V. Upfront is the similar black grille design that hosts the vertical fog lamp of the car. The sleep headlamps and the LED Daytime running lamps sit in complete sync with the SUV’s design and give it a stylish look.
The teaser featured a white variant of the car that had its roof, wind mirrors, roof tails and B- pillars finished in black. A thick black cladding running across the arches and the doors gave the ZR-V a sportier touch.
Like we mentioned, the SUV is expected to carry the same 1.2 litres naturally aspirated unit that we have previously seen on the Amaze. The engine is equipped with abilities to deliver up to 90 PS of power and 110 Nm of peak torque. The engine has an option of a 5-speed manual gearbox or a CVT automatic transmission unit.
Once launched, the ZR-V will be up and against competitors like the Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Toyota Urban Cruiser and the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza.
Meanwhile, Honda will also be introducing another mid-size SUV. The company unveiled a teaser video suggesting a global premiere on November 11. The speculated SUV will reportedly measure 4.3 meters in length and feature the fifth-generation Honda City underpinning. With a 5 seater and 7 seater option, the upcoming SUV will be placed in the segment of over the ZR-V and compete with the likes of Hyundai Creta, Skoda Kushaq and others.
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Improved version of Hyundai Creta launched in Indian market: Check it out here
Hyundai India launched the much-awaited Creta Knight Edition in the country at a starting price of Rs 13.51 lakh (ex-showroom, all-India). This new variant is available in both petrol and diesel engine options and can be had either with a manual or an automatic transmission unit. To read more about the Creta Knight Edition, click here. In addition to this, the company has also introduced a model-year update for the Hyundai Creta with new feature additions.
The 2022 Hyundai Creta is now available in a new Denim Blue colour option and the Highline TPMS is now standard across all variants. The SX (O) trim now also gets a glossy black centre console. Furthermore, the company will offer the iMT option on the 1.5-litre petrol ‘S’ variant to further expand choices for the customers. The new S+ variant powered by a 1.4-litre T-GDi petrol engine with 7DCT now gets an additional set of features, such as –
– Smart panoramic sunroof
– 16-inch black alloy wheels
– Smartphone wireless charger
– Rear Disc Brakes
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
– Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
– Hill start assist control (HAC)
– Paddle shifters
– Metal pedals
– Electric and auto-folding ORVMs
– Power window auto up/down
Mechanically, the SUV continues to be powered by the existing petrol and diesel engine options.