This is the second generation Honda Mobilio and is based on the Brio platform
Rear end of the Mobilio looks different compared to other MPVs; thanks to the black insert on the rear bumper
Side profile is typical of MPVs, a sloping front end and a tall rear end
Not only is the Mobilio based on the Brio, it even looks like a beefed up version of the hatch from the front end
Smoked out headlamp is similar in design to the Amaze and Brio
Oval shaped front fog lamp and sporty skirt like section on the front bumper
Chunky chrome grille and honeycomb mesh behind
15″ 5 bi-spoke alloy wheels in silver
ORVMs do not get integrated turn indicators even on the top model
Body colourer, pull type door handles
Single windscreen washer with 3 nozzles
2nd row window sill isn’t flat, and looks quirky
Check out the number of crease lines on the side profile
Rear wheels get drum brakes
Third row quarter glass wraps around to meet the rear windscreen
Tail lamp when illuminated
Rear wash and wipe provided
The black insert on the rear bumper makes the Mobilio stand out among other MPVs
Reflector on either side of the rear bumper
Rear windscreen washer nozzle mounted on the tailgate
The Mobilio RS will be offered only with a diesel engine
Expect the Mobilio RS deliveries to begin in a month
The overall package with the RS body kit gives the Mobilio a distinct look
A different front grille on the RS in chrome, split in twos
Front bumpers are revised on the Mobilio RS and they get a different fog lamp housing with a chrome underline
Projector headlamps with LED DRLs
15″ 5-blade like, dual-tone alloy wheels
RS variant gets turn indicators on the ORVMs
Side skirt on the RS variant
XL sized rear spoiler on the RS variant with a stop lamp
Rear bumper also gets extensions
Spare wheel is mounted inconveniently, under the car
Dashboard is similar to what we see in a Brio, unacceptable on a car which costs a million rupees
Steering wheel with audio controls is more car like in size and smaller than a few other UVs on sale in India
Steering mounted controls are only for audio, the Mobilio does not get bluetooth connectivity
Three pot instrument cluster is easy to read, the blue colour lights up well at night
Tachometer readings on the petrol Mobilio
Tachometer readings on the diesel Mobilio
Small digital display for the MID under the speedometer
Average fuel effieicncy displayed in the MID
LHS control stalk for wipers
RHS control stalk for headlamp and turn indicators
A regular key with integrated buttons for remote locking
Centre console looks below average
Dual din audio system with CD, Aux, USB and FM. Bluetooth connectivity only in the RS variant.
15.7cm dual din, touch screen head unit on the Mobilio RS
AC controls are poor to the touch and feel
Gear knob falls in your hand perfectly
Front seats are identical to the Amaze and Brio
Driver seat height adjustment lever
Seat belts aren’t height adjustable either
Driver door pad hosts the regular set of controls
Driver foot-well, no dead pedal
Faux wood trim on the dashboard on the RS variant
AC vents can be easily adjusted to direct the AC flow
AC vents on the passenger side are placed very close to each other
2 cup holders ahead of the gear stalk and a storage bin
Bottle holder behind the handbrake
Cabin lamp at the front, no sunglass holder
2nd row seats get a centre armrest
Seat back-pockets behind both the front seats
2nd row seats move fore and aft, seen here is the maximum and minimum legroom available
A storage spot and a bottle holder on the 2nd row door pad
2nd row seats tumble down
Third row seats can be reclined marginally
50:50 split on the third row seat
Third row passengers also get a bottle holder and a small storage spot
Inside view of the 3rd row quarter glass
Available boot space with the third row seats in place
Third row seats tumble down to accommodate more luggage
2nd and 3rd row seats tumbled down
Tools neatly tucked in behind this
A look at the 1.5L diesel engine
The 1.5L i-DTEC engine has changed fortunes for Honda in India
Earth Dreams badge under the hood
