Honda Cars India will introduce their compact SUV, the BR-V, in 2016, and we’ve driven it. Here’s what it’s like
Story: Jim Gorde
Photography: Jim Gorde
Based on the same platform as the Brio, Amaze and Mobilio, the BR-V takes styling and practicality up a notch. While the dimensions are closest to the Mobilio, the styling borrows from their global design language and features a butch and bold chrome front grille, flanked by sharp projector headlamps. The side profile, apart from the raised ground clearance of 201 mm, looks akin to the Mobilio, with a redesigned rear three-quarter panel and completely revamped rear end. The BR-V top-spec trim gets 16″ wheels with 195/60 rubber, and that adds to the visual appeal.
Inside, the space is good and the seats are quite supportive. The dash looks similar to that of the Mobilio although the quality of plastic seems to have improved a bit as well. The three rows of seats, yes, this is a seven-seater, make this an immensely practical car, and takes Honda one step ahead of the competition.
