Honda Brio
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 Honda Brio (Indian variant) |
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| Manufacturer | Honda Motor Company |
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| Production | 2011-present |
| Assembly | Greater Noida, India (Honda India) Ayutthaya, Thailand (Honda Ayutthaya Plant) |
| Class | Subcompact |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive |
| Engine | 1.2L L12B i-VTEC 1.3L L13A i-VTEC (Indonesia) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual CVT 5-speed Torque converter automatic(India) |
| Wheelbase | 2,345 millimetres (92.3 in)[1] |
| Length | 3,610 millimetres (142 in) |
| Width | 1,680 millimetres (66 in) |
| Height | 1,470 millimetres (58 in) (Thailand)[2] 1,500 millimetres (59 in) (India) |
| Curb weight | 920 kilograms (2,000 lb) |
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Name
The name Brio means energetic and cheerful in Italian.[3]History
The Brio prototype was first shown at 2010 Thailand International Motor Show. The car is developed to position in a class below Honda Fit for emerging markets. The initial markets were Thailand and India. The Brio's market expanded when it was launched in South Africa in December 2012.[4] The car is designed as a commuter with Honda's "man maximum, machine minimum" principle. Unique versions are developed for the Thai and Indian markets respectively.[5]Features
The Brio is powered by the 4-cylinder, 1.2 L (73 cu in) L12B i-VTEC gasoline engine delivering up to 90 PS (66.2 kW; 88.8 bhp). It is available with either a 5-speed manual or a continuously variable transmission.[6]Safety equipment includes dual front airbags, anti-Lock brake System, electronic brake distribution and front pretensioner seat belts. The driver's side airbag features continuously staged inflation to accommodate a wide range of occupant positions and collision scenario. The front body is designed to absorb impact energy for better pedestrian protection. [3] Incorporating Honda’s G-CON (G-Force Control Technology), the Brio’s high-performance body makes extensive use of high tensile steel in key areas of the frame. Dampers, Trailing arms and Rear hatch area have enhanced rigidity to contribute to steady chassis performance, nimble driving as well as outstanding fuel economy. The Brio’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body enhances self-protection while mitigating damage to other vehicles in the event of a collision.
The car's body is certified to meet the UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE)'s regulations 94 and 95 for front and side impact safety during collisions.
Engine for Indian market has a power output of 88 PS (64.7 kW; 86.8 bhp) and a peak torque of 109 N·m (80 lb·ft). The manual transmission is designed to combine good low rpm acceleration and excellent fuel economy. The car is certified to deliver a mileage of 18.4 km/L (52 mpg-imp; 43 mpg-US).[3] Inside city it delivers 14 km/L (40 mpg-imp; 33 mpg-US) on average. It also provides a smooth ride and gives better overall quality compared to its competitors.
Production
The Brio is produced in Thailand for the Southeast Asian market.In India, the Brio is assembled for the South Asian market by the company's subsidiary, Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI), at its production facilities in Greater Noida. Over 80% of its parts are sourced from Indian suppliers. The Rajasthan factory also exports Brio parts to Thailand.[7]
Honda will start the assembly of Brio in Indonesia in 2013 to fulfill the local demand.[8]
Honda Brio in India
HSCI (Honda Siel Cars India) has launched Honda Brio in India[9] with four variants, Honda Brio E MT, Honda Brio S MT, Honda Brio S MT (O) and Honda Brio V MT. Here is the detailed description of these variants.| Honda Brio E MT | This is the base variant of the car, loaded with significant features like Chrome front grille, Body colored front and rear bumpers, Immobilizer, Driver seat belt reminder, Day/Night rear view mirror, High mount stop lamp, Full size spare tyre, Electronic Power Steering, AC with Heater, Central Locking, Tachometer, Front Power Windows, Front and Rear cup holders in central console, Headlamp Adjuster, Headlamp off and Ignition off reminder, etc. |
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| Honda Brio S MT | Comes equipped with few additional features like Body colored ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors), Body colored outside door handles, Full trim wheels, Integrated Audio System (AM/FM, MP3, USB, AUX-in), Steering mounted audio controls, Front and rear speakers, Chrome finished air vent ring and gear knob ring, Keyless entry, Rear power windows, Front power window auto down, Accessory socket, etc. |
| Honda Brio S MT (O) | Comes equipped with advanced safety package like Front driver airbag (i-SRS) and front passenger airbag (SRS), ABS (Antilock Brake System) with EBD (Electronic Brake Force Distribution), Front seat belt pretensioner with load limiter, Tilt steering, Electronic adjustable outside rear view mirror. |
| Honda Brio V MT | This is the top end variant of the car. Its loaded with all the features found in SMT (O) model with additions like Alloy Wheels, Front Fog Lamps, dual tone interiors, Silver door handles (inside), Dual Horn ..etc. |
Sales
In Thailand, the Brio was launched in March 2011.[10] In Indonesia, Brio was launched in August 2012, with the price between 149 and 170 million rupiahs (15,700-17,900 US dollar). In Indonesia, Brio use 1300 cc L13A i-VTEC instead of 1200 cc L12B i-VTEC.[11]The Brio's planned launch in India was delayed from early 2011 due to the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami. It was finally launched in September 2011, just ahead of the festive season, with a starting price of Rs 3.95 lakh. It joined the Jazz in Honda's hatchback subcompact range for India. In the Indian market, it competes against Maruti Suzuki's Swift and Ritz, Hyundai's i10, Ford's Figo, Nissan's Micra and Toyota's Etios Liva.[7]
The sales took a hit again when Honda's Thailand plant had to shut down due to the massive Bangkok floods. Critical components for the Brio come from Thailand and hence its Indian production stopped for more than a month, resuming only on the 15th Feb 2012.[12]
Brio Sedan (Honda Amaze)
Honda Motor Company launched entry-level sedan Honda Amaze in India on 11th April 2013 which has been developed at Honda R&D Asia Pacific Co., Ltd. located in Bangkok, Thailand. Honda Amaze is available in petrol and Diesel version.[13]Amaze Petrol version
- E: Rs 4.99 lakh
- EX: Rs 5.24 lakh
- S: Rs 5.62 lakh
- VX : Rs 6.60 lakh
- S at: Rs 6.62 lakh
- VX AT : Rs 7.50 lakh
- E Rs 5.99 lakh
- EX: Rs 6.24 lakh
- S: Rs 6.67 lakh
- VX: Rs 7.60 lakh
The Honda Amaze will be a significant step for the company in India as it will be its first diesel car in India. The car will also be available with the 1.2 litre i-VTEC petrol engine that currently does duty in the Jazz and Brio hatchbacks.
Apart from being the company’s first diesel car in India, the Honda Amaze will also be slotted in that lucrative sub-four meter entry-level sedan segment, where it will compete against the Maruti Suzuki Swift DZire and the Tata Indigo eCS.[14]
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