Honda Cars India today finally launched the much-awaited Honda ZR-V in the Indian market, priced at Rs 48 lakh (ex-showroom). The ZR-V is available in a single fully loaded variant and is brought to India from Japan as a Complete Manufacturing Unit (CBU). Competitors of this hybrid SUV include the Volkswagen Tiguan, Skoda Kodiaq, Nissan X-Trail and others.In terms of powertrain, the Honda ZR-V is equipped with a 2.0-liter strong hybrid gasoline engine, which uses an Atkinson cycle four-cylinder direct injection engine and two permanent magnet synchronous electric motors. The combined output is 184 horsepower and 315 Newton meters, with power transmitted to the front wheels through an e-CVT gearbox. Honda claims 0-100 km/h acceleration in just 7.9 seconds, an electronically limited speed of up to 171 km/h, and a fuel efficiency of 22.8 km/h. In terms of design, Honda ZR-V adopts a crossover-like design instead of the traditional upright SUV form, with a clean and neat surface. At the front, it features a large grille and wide LED headlights, cleverly integrated into the dashboard, creating a restrained yet striking presence. In profile, the SUV is lower than typical, with a sloping roofline and a long wheelbase, giving its proportions closer to a bulging hatchback than a traditional tall SUV. Subtle character lines add definition without complicating the design.The rear continues the same design style, with wraparound LED taillights, slightly sloping rear glass and a simple tailgate layout. A roof-mounted spoiler adds a mildly sporty element while maintaining an overall clean design. The exterior positioning is more urban than rugged. In terms of interior, Honda ZR-V adopts a simple cab design. Controls are well laid out, with emphasis on operability from the driver’s seat. The infotainment screen sits as a separate unit at the top of the dashboard, clearly separate from the physical switchgear below. Honda continues to use traditional push-button and rotary controls for functions like climate control.In terms of functions, it is equipped with a 9-inch touch screen infotainment system, 10-inch digital instrument panel, dual-zone climate control, 12-speaker Bose audio system, wireless mobile phone charging, electric tailgate, acoustic front and rear windshields, front and rear ambient lighting, wipers with integrated washers, 8 airbags, ADAS, etc.
