Honda’s compact SUV “Vezel” undergoes minor changes with new interior and exterior and two new “Hunt/Play” packages – Car Watch

Renovate EXPAND YOUR LIFE as a grand concept

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced on April 25th that the compact SUV “VEZEL” will undergo a minor model change and be released on April 26th. The gasoline model is priced at 2,648,800 yen, and the e:HEV (hybrid model) ranges from 2,888,600 yen to 3,776,300 yen.

The second generation Vezel, which underwent a full model change in April 2021, is an urban SUV model that combines the sporty design inherited from the first generation, high quality, exhilarating driving, and ease of use. The grand concept of this minor model change is “EXPAND YOUR LIFE,” with the hope that it will provide an opportunity for people to easily take a step forward in a variety of life situations.

On the exterior, the front grille and front bumper design and rear combination lamps have been changed, and the interior has been updated with a two-tier center console for the front seats. In addition, the e:HEV ) package, allowing the selection of 4WD and panoramic roof.

Changed the shape of the front grille and front bumper

The grading system has been reviewed and a new “package” has been established.

While inheriting the simple and clean character of its predecessor, the shape of the front grille and front bumper have been changed to create an exterior with a presence that transcends its class. In addition, by changing the rear combination lamps to all LEDs and unifying them with horizontal two-tier graphics, we succeeded in highlighting the 360° horizontal character line from the front to the sides and rear.

All rear combination lamps are LED

Changed to horizontal two-level graphic

The interior design has been modified to make the front seat center console symmetrical so that it can be used equally by both the driver and passenger seats, and the upper and lower rows are easily accessible from both seats.

Redesigned vezel interior

The center console is now easier to access from either the left or right side with the new change.

Old model center console.Difficult to access from passenger side

The grades include the gasoline model “G” and the hybrid models “e:HEV The e:HEV ”. As for the drive system, the gasoline model G has only 4WD, which is paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission equipped with a torque converter. The e:HEV is available in 2WD (FF) and 4WD, and the transmission is an electric continuously variable transmission.

Furthermore, like the previous e:HEV Play, it uses a two-tone color scheme, and the tricolor accent color scheme on the front grille has been changed, and the door lower garnishes have been changed to a blue accent to give the car a more individual feel. Expressing a sense of playfulness, the interior has been changed to a greige color to stand out the contrast with the black, and the pinstripe/stitching is light blue, creating a refreshing urban and advanced feel. e:HEV Z Play Package” has been newly set.

In addition, the e:HEV model has optimized the thickness and placement of the sound insulation materials on the dashboard, roof, and floor, reducing engine startup noise and road noise, and improving quietness. We have created an even higher quality and comfortable moving space. In addition, the e:HEV model front-wheel drive vehicle has more precisely reviewed the damping force of the damper to pursue flat, lean movement and achieve a more comfortable ride.

Revised energy management control to significantly reduce engine stoppage frequency

The hybrid model inherits the 2-motor hybrid system “e:HEV,” which uses the motor for most daily driving and achieves smooth driving with low fuel consumption. From the moment you step on the accelerator at low speeds, it provides a powerful and smooth start with an EV-like feeling, and a pleasant acceleration feeling. In this minor model change, by reviewing the energy management control of the IPU (Intelligent Power Unit), the number of engine starts and stops has been significantly reduced compared to the previous model. Additionally, by updating the control of the PCU (power control unit), it is said that the accelerator response has been improved more than before.

The gasoline model uses a 1.5-liter DOHC i-VTEC engine. It has been designed to deliver powerful performance from low speeds to high speeds, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable ride in a variety of everyday situations.

Demonstrates high maneuverability even on slippery road conditions

In addition, all types are equipped with “Real-time AWD,” which always distributes drive power optimally to the four wheels, providing high controllability and a sense of security. In addition to demonstrating high maneuverability in a variety of slippery road conditions, including everyday driving and rain, snow, and icy conditions, the traction control brake intervention timing on slippery roads has been revised to provide a greater sense of security. It is said that it achieved both starting and acceleration.

All types come standard with Honda SENSING, an advanced safe driving support system that offers peace of mind and safety performance. In addition to the improved functions of the conventional Collision Mitigation Braking (CMBS), Road Departure Prevention Function, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Traffic Congestion Following Function, and Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Traffic Jam Assist (Traffic Jam Assist) (assistance function), sudden acceleration suppression function, and adaptive driving beam functions have been added. In addition, false start prevention function, rear false start prevention function, short-distance collision mitigation braking, pedestrian accident prevention steering, preceding vehicle start notification function, traffic sign recognition function, auto high beam, parking sensor system, blind spot information, reverse parking It has support etc.

An image of the newly added adaptive driving beam function. When driving on a dark road at night with low beams, the system detects the situation ahead and automatically switches to high beams to make it easier to see.Additionally, when it detects a preceding vehicle or an oncoming vehicle, it automatically controls the illumination range to ensure visibility without dazzling the other vehicle.

The body color is available in 7 colors.Play package only 2 tone specification

Body colors include Honda’s first new color, Seabed Blue Pearl, two new vezel colors, Slate Gray Pearl and Botanical Green Pearl, as well as Platinum White.・Available in 7 colors: Pearl, Premium Sunlight White Pearl, Crystal Black Pearl, and Premium Crystal Red Metallic. The 2-tone color is exclusive to the e:HEV Z Play Package.