You’ve read about the Honda BR-V here (and as far back as here), and just minutes ago, it was officially launched by Honda Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. The Bold Runabout Vehicle (hence BR-V; yeah, very Japanese) was specially developed by Honda R&D Asia Pacific Co. Ltd. (HRAP) for the ASEAN market, and is the first model by HRAP to be sold in Malaysia.

Honda Malaysia is offering the All-New BR-V in 2 variants, the E and V variants. Both variants are designed to meet the differing requirements of the All-New BR-V customers. The E variant is priced at an affordable RM85,800 (On-The-Road with Insurance) while the V variant is priced at RM92,800 (On-The-Road with Insurance).

Powered by a 1.5-litre i-VTEC engine with CVT transmission, the BR-V develops 120ps to the front wheels.

The vehicle is equipped with a set of 16” Dual Tone Alloy Wheels, a Roof Rail and Daytime Running Lights (DRL). Reverse camera and sensors are also available in this Full 7-Seater for customers’ convenience.

Also there is a 6.1” Display Audio and auto air conditioning, push start Button and smart entry, leather trims, and leather steering wheels with switch audio control. The multi-configuration seats have a 2nd row that adjusts with an easy One Touch Tilt & Tumble in a 60:40 configuration (the 3rd row seats comes in a 50:50 Tilt & Tumble). Cupholders, you ask? There are 11!

Cargo room at the back starts from 223 litres which swells to 539 litres with the 3rd row seats folded. The 201mm ground clearance is the highest in its class. With the introduction of the All-New BR-V, Honda Malaysia now offers a complete line-up of utility vehicles with the   CR-V that is a SUV, the HR-V as a Compact Crossover and finally, the All-New BR-V as a Full 7-Seater Crossover.

The All-New BR-V was awarded the 5-Star ASEAN NCAP and is equipped with Dual Front SRS Airbags, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), Hill Start Assist (HSA), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and IsoFix.

The All-New BR-V also comes with three versatile accessories packages to further enhance the exclusivity and the practicality of the car. The Utility Package priced at RM1,280 includes Door Visor, Cargo Tray, Trunk Organisers, Sun Shade and Door Protector Film. The Urban Package includes Tailgate Spoiler, Running Board and Side Step Garnish and is priced at RM2,945. The Modulo Package is priced at RM3,750 and the offerings are front and rear Lower Garnish as well as side under and Tailgate Spoilers.

Honda Malaysia offers 5 years warranty with unlimited mileage at 10,000km service intervals at any of its 88 Honda dealers nationwide.