Honda ZR-V

Honda ZR-V
2023 Honda ZR-V e:HEV (Europe)
Overview
ManufacturerHonda
Model codeRZ
Also calledHonda HR-V (North America and China)
ProductionJune 2022 – present
Model years2023–present
Assembly
Designer
  • Hirotoshi Tamura (exterior)[2]
  • Daiki Ueno (interior)[2]
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformHonda Architecture (HA)[3]
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Power output
  • 176 hp (131 kW; 178 PS) (L15C1)
  • 158 hp (118 kW; 160 PS) (K20Z5)
  • 139 hp (104 kW; 141 PS) (LFC)
  • 181 hp (135 kW; 184 PS) (H4 electric motor)
TransmissionCVT
Hybrid drivetraine:HEV power-split
Dimensions
Wheelbase104.5 in (2,654 mm)
Length179.8 in (4,567 mm)
Width72.4 in (1,839 mm)
Height63.4–63.8 in (1,610–1,621 mm)
Curb weight3,159–3,333 lb (1,433–1,512 kg)
Chronology
Predecessor

The Honda ZR-V (also known as Honda HR-V in North America and China) is a compact crossover SUV (C-segment) produced by Honda.[5][6] Positioned between the global market HR-V/Vezel/XR-V and the CR-V, the vehicle shares its platform with the eleventh-generation Civic.[5]

The development of the ZR-V was led by model development manager Shuichi Ono.[7] It was first unveiled in the United States on April 4, 2022 as the third-generation HR-V differentiated from the global model, in order to "meet the distinct needs of U.S. customers".[8] Sales started in that market on June 7, 2022 for the 2023 model year. Later launches such as in China and Europe utilized the "ZR-V" nameplate as it is sold alongside the global HR-V in these markets. Chinese models are produced by both GAC Honda as the ZR-V and Dongfeng Honda as the HR-V respectively. European models will use full hybrid powertrain as standard. Models sold in Europe are manufactured in China at GAC Honda's Huang Pu Plant.[9][10]

According to Honda, the name "ZR-V" stands for "Z Runabout Vehicle", a reference to the Generation Z, and unrelated to Honda Z microcars.

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