Honda Cars India has recently unveiled the ZR-V hybrid SUV for the Indian market, alongside the launch of the new City facelift. Bookings for this flagship SUV are already underway, while its prices are expected to be revealed in the coming days. It will be offered in a single, fully-loaded variant, and here’s what it is going to offer: –
Honda ZR-V e:HEV (Hybrid): Engine Specifications and Mileage
Honda will offer the ZR-V e:HEV with a 2-litre, 4-cylinder, petrol engine paired with a dual-motor, self-charging, strong-hybrid system, powering all four wheels of the SUV. Here’s a look at its specifications:-
| Engine | 2 litre naturally aspirated petrol with strong hybrid |
| No of Cylinders | 4 |
| Max Power | Engine: 143PS, Combined: 184PS |
| Peak Torque | Engine: 189Nm, Combined: 315Nm |
| Transmission | e-CVT |
| Claimed Mileage | 22.80 kmpl |
| Selectable Drive Modes | Eco, Normal and Sport |
| Auto Drive Modes | EV, Hybrid and Engine |
Being a strong-hybrid model, the ZR-V automatically switches between three modes (EV, Hybrid and Engine), combining the best of both motors and engine according to the requirement.
- EV Mode: In this mode, the SUV runs exclusively on the motor, using battery power.
- Hybrid Mode: When more power is required, this mode kicks in the engine to power the driving motor. Additionally, it also utilises battery power during acceleration to provide a more powerful driving experience.
- Engine: The SUV starts drawing power solely from the engine when high power is required, such as during high-speed cruising.
Honda ZR-V Hybrid: Key Features
| Exterior | Interior | Comfort & Convenience | Infotainment | Safety |
| – Automatic LED headlamps with integrated LED DRLs – Sequential LED turn signals at the front – 18-inch alloy wheels – Dual exhaust pipes – Shark fin antenna | – Sporty black interiors – Leather upholstery – Leather-wrapped steering wheel – Ambient lighting – Front footwell lighting – Frameless IRVM – 10.2-inch digital TFT instrument cluster – Front vanity mirrors with illumination | – Heat-absorbing front & rear windshield glass – IR cut & acoustic sound absorbing front windshield – Touch-sensor-based keyless entry with push-button start/stop – Powered tailgate – 8-way powered adjustable driver seat with memory function – 4-way powered co-passenger seat – One-touch up & down function for all windows – Wireless charging – Dual-zone climate control – Rear AC vents – PM 2.5 air filter – Telescopic & tilt adjustment steering – 60:40 split rear seats with full hold function | – 9-inch touchscreen infotainment – Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay – 12-speaker Bose sound system | – 8 airbags – Front & rear parking sensors – 360-degree camera with blind-spot monitoring – Driver attention monitor – Auto-tilt side mirrors while reversing – ISOFIX anchors – Hill start assist – Hill descent assist – Vehicle stability assist – Traction control – All-wheel disc brakes – Electric parking brake with auto-hold – Brake override system – Auto-dimming IRVM – Level 2 ADAS suite with advanced active safety techs like adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, auto high-beam, road departure mitigation, lead car departure and low speed follow |
The ZR-V had also secured a 4-star safety rating in the Euro NCAP crash tests conducted back in 2023.
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Honda ZR-V Hybrid: Colour Options
The Honda ZR-V is available in four colour options: Crystal Black Pearl, Platinum White Pearl, Twilight Mist Black Pearl, and Meteoroid Grey Metallic.
Expected Price and Rivals
The ZR-V will be available in limited numbers via the CBU route, with prices likely to range around Rs 40-45 lakh (ex-showroom). Once launched, it will go up against the Volkswagen Tiguan, Skoda Kodiaq and Jeep Meridian.
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