Honda Brio I (facelift 2016) 1.2 i-VTEC (88 Hp) Automatic
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Honda Brio:
The Honda Brio is a city car produced by Honda since 2011. It is mainly sold in Southeast Asia and also in other regions, positioned as an entry-level hatchback model slotted below the Fit/Jazz and the City. Along with the complementary Amaze sedan, it is the smallest car in Honda's global line-up as of 2023, excluding Japanese market kei cars.
The name Brio is Italian for 'vivacity' or 'verve'. In August 2013 in Indonesia, several entry-level Brio variants received an additional Indonesia-inspired name to comply with the country's LCGC program. The name Satya is used as the suffix....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2016) Overview:
Honda Brio (I (facelift 2016)). With 109 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 970 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Paired with a smooth automatic transmission (likely CVT), this variant offers effortless driving in traffic, though acceleration is marginally softer than the manual.
Fuel Economy
Maintains good fuel economy for an automatic, making it a practical choice for congested areas, albeit slightly less efficient than the manual.
Best Use Case:
City Driving / Stop-and-Go Traffic
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Fuel-efficient 1.2L i-VTEC engine
- • Compact dimensions for easy city maneuverability and parking
- • Honda's renowned reliability and low maintenance
- • Surprisingly spacious interior for its footprint
- • Nimble handling in urban environments
Cons:
- • Basic interior plastics and material quality
- • Limited high-speed stability and noise insulation
- • Modest highway performance, especially with a full load
- • Safety features might be basic depending on market and trim level
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Honda |
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| Model: | Brio |
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| Generation: | I (facelift 2016) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 i-VTEC (88 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2016 |
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| End of production: | 2018 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 88 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 73.5 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 109 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 1198 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11 kg/Hp, 90.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.9 kg/Nm, 112.4 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 970 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3610 mm |
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| Width: | 1680 mm |
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| Height: | 1500 mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2345 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.4 m |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Disc |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 175/65 R14 |
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| Wheel rims size | 14 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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