New lineup of Honda. New model Honda N-VAN - a new cargo kei car

For presentation at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the manufacturer has prepared an unexpected novelty - the long-forgotten Honda Passport model, with a number of updates. The machine is focused on the local market of the United States. This is a compact mid-size crossover that the Russians would surely like, so it is likely that the car will come to our market. In 2003, similar machines[..]

The new generation Honda Type R car is not much different from previous models, because the manufacturer practically did not spend time on inventing something colossal. The car will conquer the American market, and its main update is the presence of larger cupholders, a multimedia system and a dashboard with innovations such as new buttons and shades. The machine will be offered in new[..]

The car of the Japanese brand will be in great demand in the European market, at least the representatives of the company are sure of this. A diesel engine is exactly what Europeans will appreciate in the first place. Moreover, the technical characteristics of the power unit itself have not changed much. The engine capacity will be 1.6 liters, but its m[..]

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The developers decided to modify the large-scale car by adding a large new grille. In addition, the novelty boasts LED headlights and bumpers with original inserts with integrated daytime LED lights. Many noted the striking similarity of the front of the new car from Honda with premium Acura models.

The interior of the new car has four seats that can be easily folded flush with the floor. The car itself was created as a delivery van, equipped with a fully glazed body. According to Japanese law, this category of cars belongs to personal trucks. The advantage is that a car with 4 seats will have to pay less tax than a car with five seats. First [..]

Residents of Britain treat the Honda brand with special respect, because it is the cars of this manufacturer that are in great demand among all categories of the population. The British immediately liked the Honda Civic Type-R cars, especially since the right-hand drive is installed here, which suggests that it was the UK that was assembling the vehicle. The idea of ​​creating a new unique car[..]

Independent experts from Consumer Reports have compiled a rating of cars that can travel more than 320 thousand kilometers without problems and breakdowns. The rating was compiled based on a survey of used car owners.

During the motor show in Beijing, the official presentation of the Honda Everus EV electric SUV concept took place, which will go on sale in China before the end of the year. The model is intended only for Chinese motorists and is built on the architecture of the Honda HR-V/Vezel SUV.

News and new models Honda (Honda) 2018-2019

Motorists, like small children, are always waiting for a holiday and gifts. They look forward to the next car show and look forward to updating and redesigning their favorite cars. This also applies to fans of Honda cars, which has pleased its fans with a number of interesting new products. 2018 has been a promising year. Even more intriguing may be 2019, including for Russian motorists.

There is nothing surprising. Fans of this brand appreciated the quality of cars and their advantages. It is important for them to collect as much reliable information as possible about the new Honda models that manufacturers plan to release. Many show a genuine interest in the latest in the global automotive industry.

Why do people search for Honda news?

The history of this company begins in 1946, with the founding of the Honda Institute of Technical Research, which produced mopeds and motors for small household appliances. In 1962, three new cars were presented to the public - the S360 and S500 sports cars, as well as the T360 truck. In 1965, the Honda car wins the Formula 1 race.

However, this manufacturer received real recognition in 1972, after the release of the new Honda Civic. Since then, this brand of cars has firmly established a reputation as an excellent manufacturer of compact and inexpensive, but at the same time high-quality cars. Not surprisingly, a huge number of people are looking for information about new Honda models.

What news about Honda cars can you find in this section?

You can check out:

• With reviews of new Honda models that have recently rolled off the world's automotive assembly lines, test results, details of updates and modifications.
• Announcements of new Honda products, which are planned to bring to the judgment of picky and curious motorists.
• For you, essays and publications and coverage of the events of world automobile exhibitions.

Reviews and testing of Honda cars will not go unnoticed. Analysis, configurations and variants of models. Acquaintance with the opinion of experts, discussion of problems and feedback from the owners of your favorite equipment.

The most important new Honda 2018

For any car company, it is extremely important to keep up with the times. The latest news from Honda clearly shows that the company's employees "keep their nose to the wind" and constantly improve their models so that they meet all modern requirements.

Expected novelty from Honda - electric crossover Everus EV

The official presentation of the Honda Everus EV concept car took place at the Beijing Auto Show. It is expected that this novelty from Honda will be on sale before the end of the year, but unfortunately only in China. The electric crossover is based on the Vezel\HR-V SUV architecture.

The new model Honda Everus EV received new headlights, a bumper and a number of other decorative elements that will separate it from other cars. Unfortunately, in the news from Honda today, there is no detailed technical information about the new product yet.

Honda News, about the update of the legendary Civic Type R model

What is the difference between the new Honda and the previous generation? First of all, it is worth noting the updated electronics and, in particular, the multimedia system. In addition, a major suspension upgrade is expected to improve the handling of the new Honda Civic Type “R”. Engine changes are not expected.

New model Honda N-VAN - a new cargo kei car

One of Honda's most anticipated new products for 2018 is the N-VAN compact truck, which is designed for small hauls. The car has four seats that can be folded down so that they are flush with the floor. With the seats folded down, the new Honda N-VAN model can carry 350 kilograms of cargo. This makes it easy to load and unload the car.

We are waiting for news from Honda about when this model will appear on the Russian market.

Honda NSX News - Updated Version

According to the available news from Honda, an open version of the NSX hybrid supercar, which is currently sold in America under the Acura brand, is planned to be created in the near future. While the company is keeping Honda's design details under wraps, external changes are expected to be minimal.

The same applies to the filling of the new Honda NSX model. It is expected that the supercar will still be equipped with a hybrid engine with a capacity of 573 horsepower, which will combine the work of a 3.6-liter bi-turbo engine and three electric drives. This allows you to reach speeds of one hundred kilometers per hour in just three seconds.

The compact Japanese crossover Honda HR-V of the 2nd generation has reached European motorists. The start of sales of the new Honda HRV 2016-2017 model year is scheduled for August-September 2015 at a price of 19,900 euros for the basic Comfort package with petrol 1.5 i-VTEC (130 hp) and 6 manual transmissions up to 27,490 euros for the most packaged Executive package with a diesel engine 1.6 i-DTEC (120 hp) and 6-speed manual. You can buy a new compact crossover Honda XP-B 2016-2017 in Russia from the start of sales, the car will appear in the showrooms of official dealers in early 2016.

It should be noted right away that the European version of the Honda HR-V is almost an exact copy of the crossover sold in Japan. The differences between the HR-V and Vezel are minimal and come down to small details on the body and interior design. Moreover, there will be no hybrid version of the crossover in Europe yet.
The 2016-2017 Honda XPB compact crossover is based on the Honda Jazz B-class hatchback platform and is offered in Europe with four-cylinder 1.5-liter gasoline and 1.6-liter diesel engines. But, however, only with front-wheel drive. For Russia, the option of supplying the American version of the Honda HR-V with a more powerful 1.8-liter gasoline engine and an All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) all-wheel drive system is being considered.

• The external dimensions of the body of the new compact crossover Honda HR-V 2016-2017 are 4295 mm long, 1773 mm wide, 1605 mm high, with a 2610 mm wheelbase. The ground clearance of the crossover version with front-wheel drive is 185 mm, all-wheel drive modifications promise only 170 mm under the bottom of the clearance.
• The new Honda XRV crossover is equipped with light-alloy 16-17 inch wheels with tires 215/60 R16 and 215/55 R17.
• Ten enamel colors are available for the new Honda HR-V bodywork: metallics - Brilliant Sporty Blue, Alabaster Silver, Modern Steel and Ruse Black, mother-of-pearl - Morpho Blue, Crystal Black and White Orchid, regular enamel - Milano Red, Ruse Black and Morpho blue.

The new Japanese compact crossover Honda HRV for the European and Russian markets demonstrates a stylish, modern and original appearance (photo and video). Compact body dimensions with minimal overhangs, a coupe-like silhouette, stylish second-row doors with handles hidden in the glass frames, original ribs and stampings that define the hood and sides of the car, powerful bumpers with a pronounced body kit, modern front and rear lighting with LED lamps and, of course , plastic crossover protection of the lower elements of the body. On the face are all the attributes of a modern urban crossover, or an SUV, as you like.
It's hard to call the new Honda HR-V an SUV (all-wheel drive doesn't help). Yes, a compact crossover does not pretend to storm serious off-road. Before us is an excellent version of a large and comfortable five-door hatchback with increased ground clearance, a comfortable interior and a roomy trunk, but ... the wrapper of the new body of the second generation Honda HRV is just a feast for the eyes.

The salon of the new crossover is fully five-seater, and the luggage compartment will allow you to place from 453 liters behind the backs of the second row to 1026 liters, provided that the rear seats are folded down and luggage is loaded to the level of the windows. The crossover boasts the presence of a magical Honda Magic Seat transformation system with three configuration modes.
Utility mode - a separate rear seat backrest 60:40 lowers vered and forms a smooth continuation of the trunk floor with a maximum length of 1845 mm.
Tall mode - the rear seat cushion rises and allows you to load luggage into the cabin, the floor-to-ceiling height in this mode is as much as 1240 mm.
Long mode - when folding the backs of the rear seats, you can also fold the back of the passenger seat forward and get a tunnel 2445 mm long.

The interior of the new compact crossover is assembled from high-quality materials, the ergonomics of the cabin, the level of equipment with comfort and safety systems at a high level. Separately, it is worth mentioning the noise and sound insulation of the interior of the updated Honda HR-V, which is at the level of business class sedans. Specially developed sound-absorbing materials (non-woven underlays, soundproof carpet, wheel arch protection) and technologies ensure a low noise level of 65 dB even at a speed of 100 km / h.

Options and price new Honda SRV 2016-2017: The 2nd generation Honda HR-V is offered in three trim levels - Comfort, Elegance and Executive. The price of new items starts at 1200-1230 thousand rubles. Depending on the level of equipment, the interior is trimmed in high-quality fabric, combination or all-leather. The novelty impresses with the presence of a panoramic sunroof with a length of 846 mm, an advanced Smart Touch Interior system with touch control Electric Park Brake (electric handbrake), Touch Panel Climate Control (climate control) and One-Touch Indicator (auxiliary buttons and indicators), an audio system with a 5" color LCD screen (radio, CD MP3, USB, 4 speakers) or multimedia system Honda Connect 7" color touch screen display (audio system with 6 speakers, WiFi, Bluetooth, MirrorLink, HDMI, navigation, rear camera species). In the presence of course standard installed cruise control, ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, Vehicle Stability Assist, Hill Start Assist and eight airbags.
Rich versions add City-Brake Active System, Forward Collision Warning, Intelligent Speed ​​Limiter, Traffic Sign Recognition, Lane Departure Warning and High-beam Support System.

Specifications Honda HR-V 2016-2017 model year for the European market: under the hood, a choice of two Honda engines from the new Earth Dreams Technology line.
Petrol 1.5-liter i-VTEC (130 hp 155 Nm) is paired with a 6 manual transmission (CVT variator), provides acceleration dynamics from 0 to 100 km / h in 10.7 (11.2) seconds, with an average fuel consumption of 5.2 liters.
Diesel 1.6-liter i-DTEC (120 hp 300 Nm) paired with 6 manual transmission accelerates to the first hundred in just 10.0 seconds and consumes 4.0 liters of diesel fuel in combined mode.
The front suspension is independent with MacPherson struts, the rear is semi-independent with an H-type torsion beam. Front-wheel drive, disc brakes with front ventilated discs with a diameter of 293 mm and rear 282 mm discs, electric power steering (EPS).
The American version of the 2016-2017 Honda HR-V is equipped with a 1.8-liter i-VTEC petrol (141 hp 172 Nm) in tandem with a 6 manual transmission or a CVT variator. The crossover is equipped with 2WD (Two-Wheel Drive) front-wheel drive or an AWD (All-Wheel Drive) all-wheel drive system.

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Photo Honda HRV 2016-2017

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The Japanese company Honda first showed the updated SUV Honda SRV 2017 in a new body (configuration and prices, photos) in Detroit in October last year. However, the event received only a few critics. Now the company has presented a full review of this car.

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The open premiere of the Japanese was held a month later in another American city. The SUV appeared before the fans along with the restyled Civic sedan. The European premiere will take place in Geneva very soon.

The technical part of Honda CR-V 2017-2018 in a new body

The power line of the mighty novelty will consist of gasoline and diesel engines, namely:

• 2-liter gasoline engine with a return of 165 horses;
• 2.4-liter unit with a power of 190 horses;
• turbocharged 1.5-liter unit with a return of 175 horses;
• a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine running on diesel fuel with a power of 120 or 160 hp. (depending on configuration).

Equipment Honda CR-V 2017-2018 (photo)

Sales in North America will begin this year. In the minimum configuration, the novelty will cost about $ 25,000, which is about 1.5 million rubles. European sales will start a little later, and all due to the fact that SUVs are extremely popular in the USA.

Since the novelty from Honda is a modern model, a huge number of options and functions will be installed on it, for example, a large number of security systems (airbags and other assists), optics on LED elements, an information system, a power tailgate, heated seats and mirrors , as well as electrical accessories. The entire interior will be covered in leather.

For a greater level of security, engineers have installed a special system called Sensing on the new generation of CR-V. It consists of cruise control, blind spot monitoring and collision warning. Needless to say, the novelty will be equipped with a camera for viewing, parking sensors and a quick start of the engine.

Dimensions

It is officially reported that the length of the Honda CR-V 2017-2018 in a new body (photos, equipment and prices) will be 458.7 cm, width - 185.4 cm, and height - 168.9 cm. The weight of the car varies from 1.5 tons up to 1.6 tons (depending on the availability of this or that equipment).

The ground clearance of the front-wheel drive version is 17 cm. The all-wheel drive version received a ground clearance of 18 cm.

Despite the fact that the dimensions of the new generation of the SUV have changed, outwardly it is not striking.

Exterior design Honda CR-V (photo)

Looking at the appearance of the car, you can immediately highlight the front end, which seems unusual thanks to modern optics and a hexagonal grille. The rear end received LED lights that seem to merge with the tailgate.

Two exhaust pipes fit perfectly into the overall picture. They are located along the edges of the plastic bumper. For additional protection of the bottom of the body, the manufacturer installed durable plastic lining around the perimeter.

The wheel arches are solid and they have designer wheels with a diameter of 17 or 18 inches.

Salon Honda CRV 2017-2018 in a new body (photo)

Looking at the photos of the cabin, you can immediately draw a conclusion about the level of its comfort. It has a lot of free space. The view immediately catches the front console, which is decorated in the original style. A touchscreen is installed right in the center. Its size is 10 inches.

The panel with the climate control buttons is located a little lower. You can also find other buttons there. Interestingly, the entire setup is tilted towards the driver for ease of operation. Between the two seats is a parking brake and cup holders for the driver and passenger.

Most of the parts are made of aluminum, which indicates their high quality. It is worth paying attention to the front row of seats. They are soft and comfortable. The back does not get tired thanks to the existing lateral support and the roller for the lower back. The rear sofa is also very comfortable even on long trips.

But the volume of the trunk remained the same. When folded, there will fit a load of up to 600 liters, and by removing the rear seats, you can increase the space to 1700 liters.

The cost of Honda CRV 2017-2018 in a new body (configuration and prices)

In total, the car will be available in three trim levels.

1. LX. The simplest option will cost 25 thousand dollars or 1.5 million rubles.
2. EXL. The average version will cost 5 thousand dollars more (1.8 million rubles);
3. Touring. Most expensive set. Its approximate cost will be at the level of 33.5 thousand dollars, which is about 2.01 million rubles.

It is worth recognizing that the price tag for a model of this level is quite adequate. The car will definitely have fans, including in Russia.

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The Japanese company Honda is rightfully considered one of the best car manufacturers on the planet. She has a huge fan base. Therefore, each new model causes constant interest among motorists and revival in the world market.

In the 2017-2018 model year, the Tokyo-based automaker continues to delight the public with great new products. Among them are the seven-seat SUV, the Honda Odyssey minivan and the Honda Gienia hatchback. You can get acquainted with the features of these cars in this review.

2018 Honda CR-V

The popular fifth-generation Honda CR-V model received a long-awaited seven-seater modification in the new model year. The debut presentation of the novelty took place at the end of March this year in Thailand.

So far, official sales are planned only in the homeland and in India. Depending on the configuration, a new spacious SUV will cost from 40,350 to 49,000 US dollars.

The design and appearance of the crossover

There are practically no big external differences between the standard five-seater version of the crossover and its new seven-seater modification. Before you is the same stylish and attractive SUV class, the design of which is made in accordance with the modern corporate identity of the brand.

In the exterior, it is worth noting the athletic and proportional shape of the body, LED head optics, a powerful plastic body kit around the entire perimeter and spectacular marker lights with LED filling.

The overall length of the crossover is 458.7 cm, width - 185.5 cm, height - 168.9 cm, and the wheelbase is 266 cm. Depending on the type of drive, the ground clearance will be different. For the front-wheel drive version, a clearance of 19.8 cm is provided, and for the all-wheel drive version - 20.8 cm.

Interior design and equipment of the new Honda CR-V

The main advantage of the new version of the Honda SRV is, of course, the additional seats in the third row. But it’s worth noting right away that it will be very crowded there for an adult of average height. They are designed primarily for comfortable accommodation of children.

Only high-quality materials are used in the interior trim, among which you can find natural and artificial leather, soft plastic, decorative elements made of precious wood, and so on.

As for the equipment, it is quite rich here. Available are:

• digital dashboard;
• a modern multimedia complex with a full-color seven-inch touch screen and mobile synchronization;
• climate control for two zones;
• electric drive for the front seats;
• heated seats of the first and second row;
• electric adjustment of external mirrors with the possibility of folding;

• electric drive on the tailgate with the function of contactless opening with a foot under the bumper;
• electric type parking brake;
• USB ports in the cabin;
• adaptive type cruise control;
• advanced package of security systems and driver assistance

For a fee, you can order blind spot monitoring, a rain sensor, an assistant when reversing and automatic headlight adjustment.

For the Honda CR-V, the manufacturer has provided two four-cylinder power units:

1. 2.4-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine with 175 hp. and 225 Nm of torque, paired with a CVT variator.
2. 1.6-liter turbocharged diesel with 160 hp and 350 Nm of torque, working in tandem with a new nine-speed automatic transmission.

The standard version of the crossover will have front-wheel drive. Optionally, you can install an all-wheel drive system. There is also electric power steering and a disc brake system for all four wheels.

Honda Odyssey 2018 model year

Minivan Honda Odyssey 2017-2018 model year was first shown at the Detroit Auto Show. The novelty was completely created by the specialists of the American division of the Japanese company. Here (in Alabama) production is also organized.

Therefore, North America will become the main market for the new family car. You can buy a novelty at a price of 30 thousand dollars for the basic package.

The design and appearance of the minivan

The fifth generation of the Odyssey series is distinguished by its stylish and attractive appearance, although you cannot name the original and bright model. Your attention is invited to a car that is quite standard for its class and meets all the requirements of a large family car. But still in the exterior there are elements that are worth paying attention to.

The waves rolling along the sides of the body look very beautiful in combination with an overestimated window sill line and a spectacular “floating” roof. Stylish LED marker lights are installed at the stern, and for a fee you can order head optics with full LED content.

Interior design and equipment of the new Honda Odyssey

As befits a car for a large family, the novelty has three rows of seats, which can comfortably accommodate up to eight people. For a minivan, the priority is the interior, not the appearance. As for convenience and functionality, they are on top here.

Starting from the basic configuration, Odyssey has the following equipment:

• digital instrument panel with a seven-inch color monitor;
• the latest multimedia complex with an eight-inch touch screen;
• advanced entertainment complex for the second and third row with a 10.2-inch display;
• climate control;
• airbags throughout the cabin;
• a package of modern security systems and driver assistance.

From the seat of the second row, you can remove the central part, which will allow you to move the two remaining seats along and across the cabin. The driver and front passenger can monitor the rear passengers via a screen in the center console and communicate with them via a microphone.

Using a dedicated smartphone app, you can control the air conditioning and entertainment functions from the back rows. With a heavy-duty body and plenty of electronic safety systems, this family car claims to be the safest model in its class.

Technical characteristics of cars in 2018

The basis for building a new American minivan was the platform that was successfully used earlier for such Honda models as the Pilot SUV and the Ridgeline pickup truck. It features a fully independent suspension structure. Although, unlike all-wheel drive soplatform counterparts, only a front-wheel drive modification is used here.

Under the hood of the new Honda CR-V is an advanced 3.5-liter I-VTEC V6 gasoline engine with 284 hp, which can be paired with a choice of nine or ten-speed automatic transmission. Excellent steering response and excellent maneuverability are provided by the latest version of the electric power steering.

Honda Gienia 2018 model year

The new Honda Gienia hatchback model, which is positioned by the manufacturer as a compact crossover, was first shown at the Chengdu auto show last fall. Then the visitors were seriously intrigued, as they had the opportunity to consider only the appearance of the future novelty.

The official presentation, which revealed all the secret information, took place later. Unfortunately, this is only available for purchase in China. The estimated cost is 90 thousand yuan, which is equivalent to 840 thousand rubles.

The design and appearance of the compact crossover

The novelty is a small five-door hatchback with the characteristic features of a crossover. In the exterior of the front part, one can distinguish cunningly narrowed head optics and a massive radiator grille with expressive chrome inserts.

The compact aft tailgates feature a large, stylish spoiler. And graceful marker lights are interconnected by a spectacular crossbar on LED elements.

Rapid vyshtampovki stretched along the body, and branded disks with a diameter of fifteen or sixteen inches flaunt in the wheel arches, depending on the configuration. In length, the novelty reaches 451.7 cm, in width - 170.5 cm, and in height - 148.9 cm. The width of the wheelbase is 260 cm.

Interior design and equipment of the new Honda Gienia

In the cabin of the new hatchback, in addition to the driver, four more passengers can be accommodated with a certain degree of freedom. The almost complete absence of any keys and buttons on the central panel and console that should be physically pressed immediately causes involuntary surprise.

The control of a modern multimedia complex and air conditioning system is carried out entirely through touch screens and scoreboards. A large full-color on-board computer monitor is located on the instrument panel.

Basic equipment includes:

• fabric salon;
• air conditioning systems;
• front airbags;
• anti-lock braking system;
• brake force distribution systems.

More expensive options can get a leather interior, a panoramic electric sunroof, electrically heated rear-view mirrors with automatic folding function, a parking assistant, keyless entry, climate control, side airbags and more.

Technical characteristics of cars in 2018

The basis for this crossover hatchback is a budget front-wheel drive platform, which has an independent suspension type in front and a semi-independent suspension in the back.

Electric power steering and disc brakes on all wheels are available.

As a power unit, only one 1.5-liter gasoline “aspirated” with four cylinders with a capacity of 131 hp is provided. and 155 Nm of torque. It works in tandem with a five-speed "mechanics" or CVT-variator. Such a tandem provides acceleration to the first hundred in 9.6 seconds.

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