Honda WR-V Facelift Teased In Video With July 02 Launch Date Variant-Wise Features Revealed

• The WR-V gets a revised front end, new alloy wheels (diesel) and new taillights.

• Interiors receive new upholstery options, an updated infotainment system, and new features.

• It will retain the 1.2-litre petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engine with BS6 upgrades.

• Expect a price hike in the range of Rs 15,000 to Rs 50,000 depending on the variant.

• It will rival the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, Tata Nexon, Ford EcoSport, and the Hyundai Venue post launch.

A little over two weeks ago, the facelifted ahead of its launch. And now, the carmaker has revealed a teaser video of the updated WR-V announcing that the updated WR-V will launch in India on July 2, 2020. In addition, details on the new features for its variants - SV (replacing the old S) and VX - have also been revealed. It will be powered by BS6 petrol and diesel engines.

We already know that the majority of exterior changes on the WR-V facelift are at the front end with a redesigned grille, new LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs and LED front fog lamp. Other changes consist of a new set of 16-inch alloy wheels (for diesel variants) and new LED tail lamps.

The cabin is largely similar to its predecessor aside from receiving a revised upholstery and chrome inserts all around. In terms of additional features, the SV variant will get bits like a new DigiPad 2.0 touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (finally), inbuilt navigation, voice command, remote control as well as voice command function on the steering-mounted controls. The top-spec VX petrol option will receive new bits like push button stop-start, smart key as well as cruise control. In terms of new safety equipment, the SV variant comes with a multi-view rear camera and a diesel particulate filter indicator. Other notable features include dual airbags, ABS with EBD and rear parking sensors.

Under the hood, the WR-V facelift will retain the 1.2-litre petrol engine and the 1.5-litre diesel mill, albeit with BS6 upgrades. Power figures will remain the same at 90PS (petrol) and 100PS (diesel). The petrol option will be paired to a 5-speed manual transmission whereas the diesel engine will retain the 6-speed manual gearbox. It is unlikely that an automatic gearbox option will be offered for the facelifted WR-V.

Bookings for the WR-V facelift are already underway for a token amount of Rs 21,000. A detailed price list is yet to be revealed, but dealership sources have hinted that the top-spec model is likely to retail at Rs 13.5 lakh (on-road). Expect a price hike in the range of Rs 15,000 to Rs 50,000 depending on the variant. Once launched, it will take on the likes of the.