The 2025 Honda HR-V has arrived with a host of impressive enhancements, following the successful debut of the 2025 Honda City in Brazil. Designed for the Thai market, this updated compact SUV boasts a stylish exterior, advanced interior tech, and superior safety features, solidifying Honda’s reputation for innovation and quality.
Sleeker Exterior Design:
The exterior of the 2025 Honda HR-V reflects Honda’s evolving design language with a modern and dynamic look. Up front, the HR-V showcases a wider grille with a striking chrome accent, flanked by redesigned LED headlights with sharp lines for a more aggressive aesthetic. The rear taillights have also been slimmed down and sport a new LED signature, enhancing the SUV’s contemporary appeal. The overall design is sophisticated yet practical, ensuring it catches the eye on city streets or highways.
Enhanced Interior Comfort and Technology:
Inside, the HR-V has received significant upgrades, making it more tech-friendly and comfortable than ever:
* Refined Dashboard Layout: A cleaner dashboard design houses a larger touchscreen, supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for easy smartphone integration.
* Premium Materials: Soft-touch surfaces and high-quality finishes elevate the cabin’s appeal.
* Comfortable Seating: Enhanced seat cushioning and support ensure comfort for all passengers, even on longer journeys.
* Ambient Lighting: Improved ambient lighting adds a cozy and premium feel.
* Advanced Climate Control: The climate control system is more efficient, offering a comfortable environment regardless of weather.
* Ample Storage: Clever storage solutions provide plenty of space for personal belongings, making it a practical choice for everyday use.
Powertrain and Performance:
The 2025 HR-V in Thailand is powered by an advanced hybrid setup, delivering both efficiency and performance:
* Hybrid-Only Powertrain: A 131 PS/253 Nm electric motor pairs with a 106 PS/127 Nm 1.5-liter petrol engine, providing an impressive fuel economy of 25.6 km/L.
* Extended Range: With an estimated range exceeding 800 km, it’s ideal for long drives.
* RS Model Features: The RS variant offers a sportier experience with variable-ratio steering, enhancing the handling dynamics.
Advanced Safety Features:
Honda prioritizes safety in the 2025 HR-V, equipping it with a comprehensive suite of advanced features:
* Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS): Minimizes the severity of frontal collisions.
* Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC): Maintains a safe following distance from vehicles ahead, even at lower speeds.
* Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS): Keeps the vehicle centered in its lane.
* Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM): Prevents unintentional road departure.
* Auto High-Beam Headlights: Automatically switches between high and low beams based on road conditions.
Additional safety features like Low-Speed Follow adaptive cruise control, front departure alert, and autonomous emergency braking make the HR-V a leader in safety for its segment.
Price and Availability:
The 2025 HR-V is currently available in Thailand with introductory pricing starting at 899,000 baht (around Rs. 7,292,875) for the base e
E variant, which will rise to 949,000 baht (around Rs. 7,698,485) after January 1, 2025. The e
EL variant is priced at 1,079,000 baht (Rs. 8,753,072), while the top-end e
RS retails for 1,179,000 baht (Rs. 9,564,293).
Future Prospects:
Following its debut in Thailand, the 2025 Honda HR-V is expected to reach other markets, including Malaysia, in the coming months. With its refreshed design, cutting-edge technology, and eco-friendly powertrain, the new HR-V is well-positioned to remain a popular choice among compact SUVs worldwide.