Tag - Honda ZR-V

Key highlights Honda ZR-V Hybrid SUV to launch in India soon Based on the international Honda HR-V SUV Will be sold as a CBU initially Honda India is soon going to expand its product portfolio with a new hybrid SUV launch. The Honda ZR-V is expected to launch in the domestic market by the end of this year. Upon launch, it will rival the segment's best cars like the Hyundai Creta and Maruti Grand Vitara. Also read: Tata launches Nexon CNG in DARK trims, price starts at INR 12.7 lakh Honda ZR-V Hybrid SUV - perfect for India? As per an online report, Honda is considering the ZR-V Hybrid for the Indian market. However, the launch is yet to be confirmed because the decision is still pending. The anticipation hints that it will debut as a CBU (completely built unit) in the Indian market. The international ZR-V model is based on the US-sped Honda HR-V and uses the same powertrain as the Civic Hybrid. The ZR-V e:HEV is globally offered with a 2.0-litre petrol engine mated to a CVT automatic gearbox and an all-wheel drivetrain. Two electric motors power the four wheels of the ZR-V with a combined power output of 180 bhp. Honda will most likely introduce this powertrain in India. The design of the ZR-V features a curvy outlook with a sloping roof and an octagonal grille. It gets projector LED headlights and taillights without modern connected lights. The simple and elegant design of the ZR-V attracts buyers in the global markets. The interiors of the ZR-V offer a mix of luxury and practicality. The dashboard design is minimal as it gets clean integrated AC vents. The digital instrument console complements the three-spoke steering. It also features the button drive selector system on the centre console; something which we have seen on the CR-V in India. For now, the ZR-V launch confirmation is pending but we are hopeful that Honda will debut it soon via the CBU route. The expected pricing of the ZR-V in India can be in the range of Rs 25-30 lakh. Also Read: Next-gen Tata Nexon EV to launch by Diwali 2025? Our verdict With only a three-model portfolio, Honda struggles to meet its cost-benefit ratio. However, debuting another CBU model doesn't seem an appropriate idea. A costly SUV that is bound to compete with full-size SUVs with a higher price tag is something that might not go in favour of Honda in India. Source