Honda Malaysia officially debuted the facelifted Honda HR-V range before the Lunar New Year and today we can already see a number of them running about. Today, the HR-V Hybrid made its first public debut at the company’s Chinese New Year luncheon with the media.
Like the positioning of the Jazz and City Sport Hybrids, the HR-V Hybrid while priced more expensive than the mid-spec HR-V 1.8L V, it wears the same equipment levels as the entry-level HR-V 1.8L E. As it stands, the HR-V 1.5L Hybrid is priced at RM120,800 on-the-road without insurance.
QUICK FACTS
| Name | Honda HR-V 1.5L Hybrid |
| Engine | 1,496cc; 4-cylinder DOHC i-VTEC |
| Transmission | 7-speed DCT |
| Max Power | 132 hp @6,000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 156 Nm @ 4,600 rpm |
| Electric Motor Max Power | 29.5 hp @ 1,313 – 2,000 rpm |
| Electric Motor Max Torque | 160 Nm @ 0 – 1,313 rpm |
| Combined Output | 152 hp; 190 Nm |
| Price (OTR without insurance) | RM120,800 |
Exterior items you’ll find on the HR-V Hybrid include projector halogen headlamps with LED daytime running lights, platinum design Honda Wing grille, new fog lamp housing with halogen bulbs, chrome trim across the tailgate, body painted door handles, shark fin antenna and dotted LED taillamps like the pre-facelift model. It rides on the same 17-inch dual-tone five-spoke alloy wheel design as before but gets new set of 215/55 profile Continental UltraContact UC6 rubbers.
Inside, you’ll find half leather upholstery, multifunctional steering wheel with paddle shifters, keyless entry and start, Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold, single-zone automatic climate control, 6.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with HDMI input, four-speakers, cruise control and reverse camera.
Unique to the Hybrid variant are the illuminated Power start button, electronic gear selector and Hybrid Multi-Info Display. The MID displays the charge status of the hybrid system and has a blue ring light around the centre dials.
Under the hood, the HR-V Hybrid spots the Sport Hybrid i-DCD system combines a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder DOHC i-VTEC petrol engine (132 hp/156 Nm) and an electric motor (29.5 hp/160 Nm). Combined output is rated at 152 hp and 190 Nm, driving the front wheels via a 7-speed dual clutch transmission.
Safety wise, the hybrid-powered HR-V features 6 airbags, Vehicle Stability Assist, Hill Start Assist and Emergency Stop Signal. Unfortunately, it doesn’t get the Honda Lane Watch Camera that is exclusive to the HR-V RS.
The Honda HR-V Hybrid is available in four exterior colours – Modern Steel Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic, Ruse Black Metallic, and White Orchid Pearl (RM300 option) while a 5-Years Unlimited Mileage Warranty and 8-Years Unlimited Mileage for the Hybrid Battery Pack is standard with every purchase.
But before you jump on board with the latest and greatest technology carmakers have to offer (especially electrification), be sure to be well informed of what you’re getting into.
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Honda HR-V Hybrid in Malaysia
