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Engine
The BR-V is powered by a “16-Valve, 4-Cylinder 1.5-liter Lo/Hi VTEC engine” which has maximum power of 88kW@ 6,600 rpm and maximum torque of 145 Nm @ 4,600 rpm. It’s well balanced with an excellent ride feel and outstanding fuel efficiency even carrying many family members. The BR-V’s engine delivers great acceleration with the combination of its newly-developed transmission (6MT) and intelligent tuning.
It delivers class-leading fuel efficiency and low CO2 emission. High fuel efficiency performance is achieved by friction reduction of each part, offset oil supply crankshaft, eccentric groove main bearing, improvement of the cooling system and low-viscosity oil. Emission levels were reduced by high swirl head port, high intake flow and low compression ratio. For weight reduction technology, surface rigidity of the cylinder block is optimized. Moreover, an independent bearing cap block is applied.
To improve fuel efficiency, the 1.5L engine comes with two friction reduction technologies;
A Cooling Control Spacer (CCS) inside the water jacket to immediately optimize water temperature and broaden piston clearance with a warm temperature, resulting in lower friction and improved fuel efficiency.
A molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) piston skirt and main bearing coating, which are excellent at reducing friction between the pistons and cylinder walls. MoS2 is a high-performance lubricant that reduces the possibility of piston seizures while providing better oil retention and increased fuel efficiency.
In addition, a lightweight one-piece plastic intake also adds to fuel efficiency. An EGR plate on the cylinder block intake manifold further contributes to the BR-V’s outstanding fuel efficiency.
Honda changed the position of the intake system in order to intake fresh cool air into the engine for pulling power. This is a design change for optimizing engine usage in SUV. Changes were also made to the driveshaft and heat cover to provide longer tread and maximize hill climbing performance.
Transmission
6-speed Manual Transmission
To offer a smoother acceleration and better driving performance, 6-speed manual transmission was newly developed for the BR-V petrol engine exclusively.
This new 6MT corresponds with high torque and gives better shifting with a wider gear ratio range that best matches the engine’s output characteristics, along with lower gear. The final gear was set at a low ratio to improve acceleration performance. Honda has set an exclusive low ratio for second gear to improve uphill climbing ability and smooth acceleration performance for this new generation crossover utility vehicle.
Although fuel consumption should be affected by a low ratio setting, BR-V balances fuel efficiency and acceleration performance. The driver can enjoy fun driving without any concerns of unnecessary fuel consumption.
