The Honda WR-V replaces the BR-V and competes with the Perodua Ativa
After much anticipation, Honda Malaysia today officially launched the all-new Honda WR-V compact SUV, which sits below the HR-V and the CR-V in Honda’s range of SUVs in Malaysia.
Having received more than 2,500 bookings in the past month itself, the WR-V takes on models like the Perodua Ativa which is suitable for small families and first-time SUV buyers.
As mentioned above, there will be four variants on sale with prices as mentioned below:
- Honda WR-V S – RM89,900
- Honda WR-V E – RM95,900
- Honda WR-V V – RM99,900
- Honda WR-V RS – RM107,900
All four variants are powered by the same powertrain package which comprises a 1.5-litre DOHC i-VTEC engine that is paired with a CVT-type gearbox, producing 121 PS at 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm. This powertrain is actually the same as what we get in the Honda City and also the City Hatchback.
Unlike the HR-V RS which is actually a hybrid, the WR-V here does not come in a hybrid variant, so the enhancements on the RS trim are only in terms of cosmetics and technology.
Measuring 4,060 mm in length, 1,780 mm in width, and 1,608 mm in height with a wheelbase length of 2,485 mm, the Honda WR-V offers 380-litres of boot space with the rear seats up. Once the 60:40 split-folding rear seats are folded, there is enough space for two mountain bikes to go in.
That being said, let us look at the list of standard features offered in each of the four variants, beginning with the WR-V S (RM89,900):
- Halogen Headlight
- Front Position Light
- Segment Meter
- Micro Pole Antenna
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Trunk spoiler
- Fabric seats
- Manual Air Conditioning
- 7-inch display audio
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Two speakers
- Smart Entry with Push Start
- 4 airbags
- Two USB Ports (Type A)
- Honda LaneWatch
Moving up the ladder, we have the WR-V E (RM95,900) which gets additional features such as:
- Shark Fin Antenna
- 4.2-inch TFT Meter
- Multi-angle Reverse Camera
- Rear Seat Reminder
- Two speakers
- Remote Engine Start
- Walkaway Auto Lock
- Automatic Headlights
- Honda SENSING
The higher-spec WR-V V (RM99,900) on the other hand, gets even more features like:
- LED Headlight
- LED DRL
- Front LED Fog Lights
- Automatic Air Conditioning
- Leather interior with blue stitching
- Leather seats with blue stitching
- Rear Centre Armrest
Last but not the least, we have the flagship WR-V RS (RM107,900) variant which gets the full list of goodies such as:
- RS Package (Interior and exterior)
- 17-inch Dual Tone Alloy Wheels
- Front Sequential Turn Signals
- Paddle Shifters
- Honda CONNECT
- Two Side Curtain Airbags
- Two Tweeter Speakers
That said, the all-new Honda WR-V is available in five colours, namely Ignite Red Metallic, Crystal Black Pearl, Meteoroid Gray Metallic, Platinum White Pearl, and Stellar Diamond Pearl which is a new colour in the lineup.
Honda Malaysia announced that they are aiming to sell at least 1,300 units of the WR-V per month, and in case you’re wondering, the waiting list is about two-months long as you’re reading this.
