Guangqi Honda ZR-V cause exposure, e:HEV hybrid and CONNECT will have?

On April 5, Guangqi Honda suddenly exposed a new SUV - ZR-V Zhizai.

ZR-V (Z Runabout Vehicle) is Honda's newly launched name, Chinese "To be". It is positioned as a compact SUV, between the existing Binzhi and Haoying in Hiromoto.

The reason why it is described as "exposure" is because in addition to the name and design of the new car, Hiromoto did not disclose more information. But that doesn't stop us from discussing the technology and identity of a new car.

The prototype of guangqi Honda ZR-V should be the second generation of the American version of the HR-V released in North America in early April this year.

If you associate it with the Dongfeng Honda HR-V, it is not wrong to think so. Because the first generation of Honda HR-V is the prototype of Hiromoto and Higashimoto HR-V. However, although the second generation overseas also follows the name of HR-V, it is a brand new model.

The second-generation U.S. version of HR-V was released in North America in early April this year

The biggest difference is that the overseas HR-V has been upgraded from the first generation of small car platform to a compact platform, which is now the platform of the 11th generation Civic. In addition, the rear suspension has also been upgraded from the previous generation of torsional beams to independent suspension.

Therefore, GUANGC Honda ZR-V is also positioned as a compact SUV, and the size is larger than that of the current Binzhi.

e: Is heMI Hybrid equipped?

The interior and power of the ZR-V's new car have not yet been exposed, but official pictures reveal the "240 TURBO" tail tag. According to the naming convention of Hiromoto, the starting model should carry a 1.5T engine, which is the same as the Haoying 240 TUBRO.

The SECOND GENERATION OF THE US VERSION OF THE HR-V HYBRID VERSION

However, the second generation of the US HR-V is equipped with a new e:HEV hybrid system, which is composed of 1.5L Atkinson + dual motors. And the engine power has increased from 80kW to 96kW of overseas hybrid Fit, and the HEV system is more compact than Fit, and the battery capacity has increased by 25%.

The domestic ZR-V is completely difficult to carry hybrid, because the current Hiromoto Lingpai adopts this set of 1.5L third-generation i-MMD technology. Compared to the ordinary 1.5L, it is designed for hybrid atkinson cycles, with outputs of 80kW/6000rpm and 134N·m/5000rpm.

But the power is completely fine, because the e:HEV also has a maximum power of 96kW, the maximum torque of 267Nm drive motor as the main force.

The third generation Honda CONNECT

In March last year, Honda China officially released the third generation of Honda CONNECT, which was installed on the production models of Hiromoto and Higashimoto in the second half of last year. Therefore, the domestic ZR-V will certainly not be absent.

The third generation of Honda CONNECT introduces intelligent speech recognition technology from Alibaba AI Lab and iFLYTEK. The biggest feature is the use of Smart AI technology to achieve a good intelligent voice interaction experience.

It is a "hello, Honda", which can wake up the voice assistant, so as to carry out route navigation, query the weather, start AI chat and other functions. You can also use your phone as a virtual key, not only to open the door with your phone, but also to start the vehicle with your phone.

Interior design of the AMERICAN VERSION OF THE HR-V

Smart AI technology supports smart virtual AI voice assistants, Honda claims that it not only has the characteristics of high natural semantic understanding, rapid response, natural and smooth expression, but also can provide personalized customization services such as free naming, as well as realize multiple dialect dialogues.

In addition to the AI intelligent assistant with natural voice capabilities, the third-generation Honda CONNECT also has functions such as "daily life interconnection", "remote control", "OTA online upgrade" and so on.

In fact, Honda pure electric models are also using this system, for example, before departure, you can use the third-generation Honda CONNECT to check the charging status of the vehicle, prompt the remaining power, and the mileage. If the weather is cold, you can also turn on the air conditioner in advance before getting on the bus, set the temperature, etc.

Positioning is between Binzhi and Haoying

In terms of appearance, ZR-V is basically the same as the second-generation HR-V in the United States, but it is very likely that the interior will change. For example, ZR-V may use a larger size central control screen, while the American version of HR-V central control screen is the same as the domestic model of 9 inches.

The ZR-V debut model is a completely new body color , "NordicForest". This blue-blue color, according to Hiromoto' introduction, is inspired by the impression of the forest shrouded in mist, and the new colors with modern textures.

The AMERICAN VERSION OF HR-V uses a 9-inch screen

Guangqi Honda said that ZR-V will join the SUV family of Guandao, Haoying and Binzhi and position itself as a Honda SUV with Haokai. After the listing in China, Honda announced that the ZR-V will be listed in other regions such as Europe and Japan.

SUV positioned as a young person, in addition to a more sporty shape, the driving experience and intelligence must also be attractive enough. The competing models are believed to be Toyota Corolla Sharps/FrontLanders, Nissan Qashqai and Volkswagen Tango.