Although the XR-V small SUV introduced by Dongfeng Honda is only a "special" product, but with its more personalized appearance and greater preferential measures, it is not only a "fragrant feast" for domestic joint venture small SUVs, but also has the ability to suppress GUANGQI Honda Binzhi, which has a more pure "bloodline" in a few months. Today, the overseas prototype HR-V/VEZEL that accompanies GUANGC Honda Binzhi has completed the replacement, which basically indicates that the currently sold Binzhi and XR-V will be at the "end of their careers". In order to "squeeze dry" the utility value of this generation of models, after Guangqi Honda Binzhi took the lead in ushering in a limited edition model, Dongfeng Honda XR-V also launched a limited edition model called "Obsidian" last month. So, what surprises can the Dongfeng Honda Obsidian Edition bring us? Let's take a picture from a group of new cars to the store to find out.
First of all, from the appearance point of view, like the limited edition model of Binzhi, the XR-V Obsidian version will also use a pure "Black Samurai" exterior design. Although its front face maintains a flat three-dimensional grille design, and the shape is complex but there is no lack of solid front surround, it is also the same as the ordinary version; but in the background of the all-black livery, it really has a more handsome visual effect.
On the side of the car, the new car still has rich lines that create a visual effect of light and shadow, and the winding trend of the C-pillar also brings a visual sense similar to that of a coupe SUV. And also under the blessing of the all-black livery, it even has five-spoke petal-shaped wheels that are smoked black, making it play the essence of the "black samurai" design to the extreme.
In the rear part, since the actual model is only a 1.5L displacement version, there is no exposed exhaust in its rear encirclement. However, the "duckling tail" depicted above the through taillights, coupled with the high spoiler, the roof "shark fin" and the overall structure of the rear encirclement of some wide bodies, can still bring a dazzling sports texture.
Looking into the car, it is still the familiar "smell". The interior of the XR-V Obsidian edition will continue to use a wrap-around cockpit layout, and the turbine-like air conditioning outlets and a large number of soft materials will continue to provide more high-end texture elements and personality components. Although this interior design has been used for many years, it will not feel outdated today.
In terms of space, due to the XR-V Obsidian edition model 4328/1772/1610mm of length, width and height and 2610mm wheelbase, they are consistent with the ordinary version. Therefore, the truth and its spatial representation do not make people feel a significant difference. Of course, if you want to compare the joint venture products of the same level, its spatial performance is still relatively superior.
As for power, the XR-V Obsidian edition model will continue to offer 1.5L and 1.5T power options. The maximum power of both is 131 hp and 177 hp, respectively, and the peak torque is 155 Nm and 220 Nm, respectively; and both will match the CVT transmission.
Overall, the pure "Black Samurai" appearance of the Dongfeng Honda XR-V Obsidian Version does make it look more handsome. However, the new car will only be available in two models, and the guide price is 140,800 and 159,800 respectively. Compared with the corresponding 1.5L comfort version and 1.5T deluxe version, the price has been raised by about 1,000 yuan. Whether to spend more money on this "black samurai" appearance, Xiaobian personally thinks that it is a matter of opinion.