The first major issue starts with the exterior as the Honda BR-V doesn’t have a tall roof giving an impression of a tall-boy hatchback rather than a SUV. The classic sports utility vehicle stance has been snubbed as the whole body appears narrower throughout its length.


Moreover, the obsolete long rear overhangs make it a closely associated Mobilio MPV’s cousin for all the wrong analogies. It’s based on the extended Brio platform but Honda found it too hard to let go the design influences from the already dire-looking Mobilio. 

The interiors are another Achilles heel as the dashboard is same as that of the conservative Amaze sub-four metre sedan which in itself a carried over version from the Jazz. No matter how far aggressively priced, you would have to make your slightly up as an owner when getting into the cabin for the first time.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                                     Specs
Engine: 1497cc, 4cyl, petrol / 1498cc, 4cyl, turbo diesel
Power: 118bhp / 99bhp
Torque: 145Nm / 200Nm
Transmission: 6M, CVT / 6M
LxWxH: 4456x1735x1666mm                                                                                                                                Ground clearance: 210mm
Weight: 1250kg (approx)
Estimated price: Rs 9-13 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
Verdict
Can seat seven people comfortably, rides well but isn’t a great handler.