How Japanese manufacturer officially announced the start of sales of the new seven-seater crossover Honda BR-V 2016 model year in the Thai market.
Recall that Honda crossover BR-V was within international motor show in December last year. The novelty was originally aimed at local market and already then many became known specifications new crossover.
So, the Honda BR-V will be offered with a single power unit in the face of a 1.5-liter 117-horsepower i-VTEC motor and no less lonely stepless box gears. The drive is front-wheel drive, and E85 ethanol is best suited for it. 
With a large passenger capacity, it is impossible to call the Honda BR-V large - in terms of dimensions, it belongs to the typical class of sub-compacts, and therefore it is relatively cheap (from 750 thousand baht - about 21 thousand dollars) and is intended for family people or those who love an active image life.
For the same reason, the Honda BR-V crossover can be bought not only in a few rather catchy colors, but also mentally praise yourself for diligence: the new japanese crossover already in the database is equipped with dual frontal airbags, ABS, HSA, VSA, EBD and a lot of other obscure letters and abbreviations. Fully LED optics head light and rear lights, as well as roof rails - a nice bonus. 
Salon Honda BR-V offers to admire the 6.1″ touch screen multimedia system with support for smartphone connections on Android and iOS, USB ports, AUX, HDMI and Bluetooth connectivity. The picture from the rear view camera is also displayed there.
Among trim levels Honda BR-V is listed as a seven- and five-seat interior layout. In the first case, the third row of seats is folded in a 50/50 ratio, in the second, only the second row can be folded with 60/40 proportions. The price tag for the crossover will also depend on the chosen passenger capacity: 5 seats will cost the Thais the above 750 thousand baht (21 thousand dollars), 7 seats - 820 thousand (22.9 thousand dollars).
I got a 7-seater version - in the photo review, price, equipment and technical specifications, a long Honda SRV with a seven-seater saloon. Novelty in the face Honda CR-V 7-seater presented publicly on March 27, 2017 in Thailand and is exclusively for sale in the local automotive market and deliveries to India. The seven-seater version of the Honda SRV long is equipped with a 175-horsepower 2.4 i-VTEC gasoline engine in the company with a CVT and a 160-horsepower 1.6 i-DTEC diesel engine paired with 9 automatic transmissions. Price Honda CR-V 7-seater in Thailand is between THB 1,399,000 and THB 1,699,000 (approximately US$40,350-49,000).
It should immediately be noted that external differences between a conventional 5-generation Honda SRV crossover with two rows of seats and a 7-seater version of the Japanese Honda SUV CR-V no. Before us is a global model of a new crossover with a stylish exterior design of the body, made in a proprietary modern style Honda. In the presence of LED headlights and spectacular LED boomerangs of overall lighting equipment, an athletic body with the correct proportions, a characteristic plastic body kit around the perimeter of the body.
- External dimensions Honda body The 2017-2018 CR-V 7-seats are 4587mm long, 1855mm wide, 1689mm high, with 2660mm of wheelbase and 198-208mm of ground clearance respectively for the 2WD front-wheel drive crossover and AWD all-wheel drive version .
In the interior design of the 7-seater version of the Honda SRV, the main asset is the additional third row of seats. But able to comfortably accommodate two younger children school age, no more. Adult passengers should not even try to climb into the gallery - there is frankly little space there. 
It is also worth noting that the Honda CR-V crossover produced in Thailand is equipped with a unique push-button control of 9 automatic transmissions inherited from the SUV from a sports car Honda NSX(). Otherwise, the interior of the 7-seater version repeats the interior design of the 5-seater brother and will please with the presence of high-quality finishing materials (natural and artificial leather, inserts made of natural wood, soft plastic with a pleasant texture) and very rich equipment with modern equipment.
In stock digital panel appliances, advanced multimedia system with color 7" touch screen, supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two-zone climate control, power driver and passenger seats, heated first and second row seats, power exterior mirrors with automatic folding function, door luggage compartment with electric drive and function of non-contact opening with a wave of the foot under rear bumper, electric parking brake, USB ports in the rear of the cabin, a modern Honda Sensing security system with standard installed chips in the face adaptive cruise control, systems automatic braking with the function of recognition of pedestrians, systems that follow the markings, keep the car in the lane and prevent the crossover from leaving the road.
As paid options, a system for monitoring the blind zones of rear-view mirrors, an assistant that detects interference when leaving in reverse in cross traffic automatic control high beam and a rain sensor.
Specifications 7-seater Honda CR-V 2017-2018. Under the hood, a choice of two four-cylinder engines.
Atmospheric 2.4-liter petrol i-VTEC (175 hp 225 Nm) in the company with CVT variator.
Turbo diesel 1.6-liter i-DTEC (160 hp 350 Nm) paired with the latest 9 automatic transmission.
The drive is front 2WD by default, as an additional paid option, a full system AWD drive. The suspension is fully independent with McPherson struts at the front and a multi-link at the rear, all-round disc brakes, electric power steering.
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History of the Honda brand
company Honda founded in 1946 by engineer Soichiro Honda. The company began its activity with the release small engines and mopeds with them. In 1948, the company began producing motorcycles. Motorcycle launched in 1949 dream with a 98 cc 2-stroke engine. In 1952 year Honda creates a new 4-stroke engine and new motorcycle on which this engine is installed. By 1955, the company ranked first in Japan in terms of annual production.
In 1959, Honda opens its branch in the USA. Gaining experience and earning good reputation with their motorcycles, the company decides to start manufacturing cars. However? this decision of the company did not receive approval from the Japanese government, which feared that Honda cars will create competition in the world market between Japanese automakers Mitsubishi, Nissan And Toyota and it will harm the interests of the country.
But in Honda I decided to go into the automotive industry anyway. The company's first car was cargo van, then appeared 2-seater sport car. In the early 1960s, the company opened two new factories in Japan.
In 1972, Honda releases a compact and inexpensive model Civic. The car has earned a good reputation and strengthened its position Honda as a manufacturer of inexpensive compact cars High Quality. In 1976, the model appears Accord. Initially, the car had a hatchback body, and in 1977 the car began to be produced also in a sedan body. In 1978, Honda releases sports coupe Prelude with a powerful engine.
Honda minivans are well known for their quality, reliability and practicality. Many people who want to buy a small but roomy and functional van make a choice in favor of the cars of this concern. Well, it is worth talking about the most popular models and their benefits.
Odyssey: first three generations
You can start with this car. known to European buyers under the name Shuttle. This van is called "Odyssey" in its homeland, in Japan.
The very first models, released in 1995, were equipped with two engines. Power base motor was 150 hp. But it was also offered a V-shaped, 3-liter, 210-horsepower. The van received a lot of feedback, mostly positive. And this inspired the developers to further production.
In 1998, they began to produce vans for export to North America. And two years later, the second generation appeared. The new models boasted a stiffer body and improved handling. Added a few airbags. Suspension upgraded. She has become much more energetic. And in basic configuration there was a DVD player.
Third Honda generation Odyssey began development in 2003. The interior has become more spacious, new engines have appeared. Both are the same volume (2.4 liters), but different power. One motor was conventional, 160-horsepower, with a continuously variable 7-speed gearbox. And the other produced 200 "horses" and was driven by a 5-band "automatic". Then came the 240-horsepower engine.
The latest Honda Odyssey models
Cars fourth generation started producing in 2008. And production continues. An example is the 2014 model. Used car in good condition will cost 1.5-1.6 million rubles. With a 2.4-liter 175-horsepower engine and "automatic".
It is worth recalling that family vans These are cars that should be as comfortable and convenient as possible. And Honda minivans fully possess these qualities. Cars have literally everything. System all-round view of several cameras with a wide angle and autonomous parking sensors, a leather multifunctional steering wheel, a multimedia system with a wide screen, a monitor on the ceiling for passengers, power doors with closers, folding mirrors, numerous airbags, and rear seats can be removed to the floor. Mounting for a child seat is provided.
And, of course, there are systems such as ABS, BAS, ESP, TCS, LKA and "cruise" with a 2-zone "climate". This is the configuration that the Odyssey models can boast of recent years release.
Stream
This is a 7-seater compact van, which began to be produced in the year. His distinguishing feature- swift, spectacular design and excellent dynamics. And also a salon that has a lot of opportunities for transformation.
The very first models were equipped with 1.7- and 2-liter engines. But even with these units, the cars showed excellent dynamics. A car with a 2-liter engine under the hood reached "hundreds" in 9.5 seconds.
Still the first Honda minivans Stream equipped independent suspension And disc brakes with The machine was also equipped with belts with pretensioners, ABS system, 4 airbags, and a music system.
New
The last years of production have changed the most in appearance. The list of equipment has also expanded significantly. Features have remained virtually unchanged. The developers have strengthened the suspension, struts, springs, and even increased ground clearance car. By the way, another highlight of the model is an automatically connected
What can you tell about this car? The Honda minivan boasts climate control with a digital display, light and rain sensors, a spoiler, factory tinting, neon panel illumination, full power accessories and on-board computer. By the way, the seats of this car are upholstered in wear-resistant material with a coating that repels moisture. And the interior of the minivan is a 100% transformer, since the third row of seats can be laid out into a flat floor.
So in terms of practicality and ergonomics, the new Stream models are a success. By the way, a car in good condition (but used) can be purchased for about 800 thousand rubles.
Elysion
Honda minivans of this model were first presented to the public in 2003. This car originally offered with three different engines. The most modest - 2.4-liter, 160-horsepower. The next in power is the unit for 250 "horses". Its volume is three liters. And finally, the most powerful. 3.5-liter, 300-horsepower - only front-wheel drive versions are equipped with it. On models that use all 4 wheels in motion, they put a unit of the same volume, but less power (279 hp).
The Honda Elysion has a very comfortable lounge. The seats are especially pleasing. After all, they can be moved forward to the stop and completely folded. The Elysion is indeed a very comfortable Honda minivan.
The right hand drive is its distinguishing feature. As, in principle, and all of the above vans. But this does not bother the Russians, since many of them are actively transporting these cars here, to our country. And you can find quite a few ads for the sale of Elysion. And according to the most different prices. The cost depends on the year of manufacture of the model and its condition. For example, a car manufactured in 2009 with a mileage of 40,000 kilometers can be purchased for 1,400,000 rubles. But a model produced in the middle of the 2000s can be purchased for 600-700 tr.
Honda FR-V
Another model worth paying attention to. This is a 6-seater minivan, which was based on the platform from the CR-V SUV. This car is good original design, build quality, dynamics and practicality. Unlike the above models, the FR-V is exported to Russia. So it's available from
A car manufactured in 2007, with a 2.2-liter 140-horsepower engine and a solid mileage (about 250,000 km) can be purchased for about 500-600 thousand rubles. At the same time, it will be in good condition, and investments will not be required.
By the way, the feature of this model is the salon. To turn passenger minivan into the van, you just need to pull the lever on the back of the rear sofa, and its back will fold. A very handy feature.
Freed
Finally, it is worth saying a few words about this model. This minivan can accommodate 7-8 people. Its production began in 2008. The minivan has one special modification, it is called Spike. The main highlight of this car is that it is focused on the transportation of things and any other cargo in the back.
A 2012 minivan with a 1.5-liter 118-horsepower engine can be purchased for about 500-600 thousand rubles. And with maximum configuration and without run across Russia. This model, like many others, is not exported to Russia.
As you can see, the concern has really succeeded in terms of the production of vans. Honda minivans are so ergonomic and comfortable that many are not even embarrassed by the fact that they are not exported to Russia - people themselves are ready to take care of their transportation and re-registration.
