Honda BR-V prototype debuts at Gaikindo in Indonesia

Japanese automotive major Honda has unveiled its Honda BR-V Prototype, powered by a 1.5 liter i-VTEC engine with 6-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable transmission (CVT), at GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2015.

Stated to blend the appearance of an SUV with the spacious cabin of an MPV, the new vehicle will first hit the stores in Indonesia next year at a price range between $16,432 and $18,932.

Production of the vehicle will begin at the firm’s facility at Karawang, Indonesia, in January.

Honda Motor regional operation (Asia and Oceania) COO Noriaki Abe said: “Honda started business in Indonesia in 1971, and the importance of this country for Honda’s auto business has been increasing year by year.

“With the all-new 7-seat BR-V and the rest of the Honda line-up, we will continue to offer exciting products and the joy of driving to our customers in Indonesia.”

With the exterior sporting high ground clearance, big roof rails for all grades, LED connected tail light design in C-character and new 16-inch aluminum wheels, the interior flaunts a spacious and comfortable cabin with additional knee room and head room.

PT Honda Prospect Motor president director Tomoki Uchida said: “Honda BR-V was developed to fulfill the needs of Indonesian customers. We believe Honda BR-V will be greatly received by customers in Indonesia and become the main attraction in this year’s motor show.”