Honda drives in the WR-V

THE HONDA WR-V facelift has been launched with prices starting at Rs 8.50 lakh, going up to Rs 10.99 lakh (all prices, ex-showroom Delhi). The BS6 version comes with refreshed styling, new features and updated petrol and diesel engines under the bonnet. There updates include a large grille with horizontal slats, Honda’s signature chrome slat with badge in the centre, headlamp cluster gets new LED projector lens units with LED daytime running lights, new bumpers and fog lamps as well. The rear profile looks similar but gets revised LED tail lamps with smoked treatment, and C-shaped LED signature lights. Inside, the WR-V facelift comes with revised upholstery, new cruise control function with steering mounted button, one-touch startstop button, keyless entry and height-adjustable driver’s seat. Power comes from a 1.2-litre iVTEC BS6 unit belting out 89bhp and 110Nm, while mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The diesel version uses the 1.5-litre four-cylinder iDTEC BS6 engine tuned for 99bhp and 200Nm coupled with a 6-speed manual gearbox. There are no automatic options on offer.