Honda has officially launched the locally assembled HR-V e: HEV (hybrid) variant, priced at Rs. 8,999,000 ex-factory.
With this price tag, the HR-V hybrid directly competes with the base Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid variant, as both vehicles now carry the exact price of Rs. 8,999,000. Another competitor for this car is the Haval Jolion HEV, priced at Rs. 9,295,000, which is just Rs. 296,000 more expensive than the HR-V hybrid.
Honda’s First-ever Locally Assembled Hybrid Car
Interestingly, this HR-V hybrid model represents Honda’s first-ever locally assembled hybrid vehicle in Pakistan. Toyota, Haval, and MG have already introduced locally assembled hybrid vehicles in the Pakistani market like Corolla Cross HEV, Jolion HEV, and HS PHEV. Honda, after a few years of circulation, has finally launched the CKD hybrid car in Pakistan.
Honda is entering a competitive segment where pricing is already closely matched. Local assembly might allow Honda to manage costs effectively, resulting in advantages such as better availability of spare parts, reliable after-sales support, and providing consumers with an additional, brand-new hybrid option in the local market.
The test drives for the Honda HR-V e:HEV hybrid variant officially began today, offering consumers their first opportunity to experience the new model directly before its formal launch. This will also help Honda gauge market response as hybrid vehicles continue to gain traction among Pakistani consumers.
