The newly released Honda Freed in Japan. The latest model of Honda, a compact mini-van probably in the same segment with Toyota Avanza:
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The newly released Honda Freed in Japan. The latest model of Honda, a compact mini-van probably in the same segment with Toyota Avanza:
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If Honda is serious in competing in the most profitable AUV segment this could be it...
at 700-800K this could compete with the Avanza and APV.
Honda make a left hand drive quick! ;)
And it looks way better than the Avanza and the APV both exterior and more importantly the interior....
Looks very versatile for me....
However, aesthetics not yet sinking in.....
6110:pepsi:
ok lang, parang Jazz XL. kaso mukang FWD to eh. kung based pa lang sa price ng Jazz, baka mas mahal pa lumabas to, e priced out of the competition na sya agad.
More info:
Compact dimensions: 4,215 mm L × 1,695 mm W × 1,715 mm H (FF vehicles) or 1,720 mm H for vehicles equipped with the Skyroof
Sliding rear doors on either side of the vehicle achieve a large (600 mm*2) door opening for easy ingress and egress even in cramped spaces. Also available with each variation are power sliding doors that open and close easily for added convenience.
Owing to its 2,740 mm wheelbase and compact mechanical devices, the Freed has ample interior space while offering a minimum turning radius of only 5.2 meters.
Powertrain
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The 1.5-liter i-VTEC engine provides full-range power and fuel efficiency of 16.4km per liter. (Results for front-wheel-drive vehicle in 10-15 mode during fuel efficiency testing by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport andTourism.)
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The torque converter and continuously variable transmission provide powerful, smooth acceleration and exhilarating yet comfortable performance under a wide variety of driving conditions.
Chassis
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A MacPherson strut suspension on the front end provides firm yet responsive contact with the road.
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In the rear, an H-shaped torsion beam suspension provides stability and comfort.
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Honda’s Electric Power Steering enables easy maneuverability when parking or cornering, while on the highway the steering feels solid.
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A compact body with cabin space that allows adults to sit comfortably in all three rows
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A flat-floor, newly designed from the frame up, maximizes usable space from end to end
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The one-step low- and flat-floor and walk-through layout provideease of access for children and seniors
Looks like a Mercedes Benz B-Class
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Last edited by Memphis Raines; May 30th, 2008 at 06:43 PM.
Honda Phil & Thai are studying if to carry such model daw,
BUT a big BUT, it will be priced at +-1.4 million. WOW naman.
Ay at that price di na yan papatok its too expensive, even the CR-V is cheaper...
according to another forum mag lalabas daw dito niyan soon. mpv na pwede pantapat sa livina, previa, avanza o sa innova?
sean lennon for the freed, japanese nga lang
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_Z0acqofNM&feature=related"]YouTube - 2008 Honda Freed CM[/ame]
Last edited by baludoy; July 18th, 2008 at 09:28 AM.
According to Motioncars, the Freed will follow the GE Jazz and new City to our shores. Expect a release date in early 2009. They say it'll get the L15A i-VTEC engine, mated to either a CVT or automatic.
It makes sense to bring it here for sure patok yan. Sana the price is also enticing mga kapresyo ng 1.5G Avanza patok na yan sigurado...
Possible na nasa 900K pataas. Unless bawasan ang trim level para bumaba ang price.
I like the sliding doors. :D
Paano kaya ang ingess to the third row, parang livina and APV OR parang Avanza and some crosswind?