Honda,the Japanese auto giant has finally launched its much-awaited hatchback,the Brio in India at a starting price of Rs.3.95 lakhs.It is available in four trim levels namely the base variant ‘E’,the ‘S’ variant,the S(OP) variant and the top-end ‘V’ variant.
Brio comes equipped with a 1.2-litre four-cylinder SOHC engine which is coupled to a five-speed manual gearbox.The SOHC motor of Brio delivers a power of 86.7bhp at 6000rpm and a torque of 11.12kgm at 4800rpm.
The base ‘E’ variant of Brio features power steering,central locking,front power windows,fuel consumption display,front and rear cup holder,beige interiors,foldable rear seat back,engine immobilizer and front chrome grille.The ‘S’ variant holds body-coloured outside mirrors and door handles,integrated audio system with USB and Aux-in,steering-mounted audio controls,chrome inserts on AC vents,gear knob and steering wheel, keyless entry and power windows.
The ‘S’ variant is also available with an optional variant named S(OP) which gets driver-side i-SRS airbag and SRS airbag for passenger, ABS with EBD, tilt steering, electrically adjustable outside rear-view mirror and front and rear mudguards.The top end ‘V’ variant sports the all above mentioned features in addition to the alloy wheels,front fog lamps and dual-tone beige interiors.
The prices of the four variants of Brio are as follows:
i)Base variant ‘E’ – Rs.3.95 lakhs
ii)’S’ variant – Rs.4.35 lakhs
iii)S(OP) variant – Rs.4.90 lakhs
iv)Top-end variant ‘V’ – Rs.5.10 lakhs