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Honda Brio II (facelift 2023) 1.2 (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
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)
II (facelift 2023) Overview:
Honda Brio (II (facelift 2023)). With 110 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 954 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.
1.2 (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for urban commuting, offering sufficient power for daily city driving. Highway performance might feel strained at higher speeds, but its light weight aids agility.
Fuel Economy
Expected to be very fuel-efficient, though specific figures are not provided. The 5-speed manual transmission should offer good control over fuel consumption for an economical drive.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel efficiency (especially CVT model)
- • Compact dimensions and tight turning circle for city agility
- • Honda's renowned reliability and low maintenance costs
- • Practical interior space for its size
- • Affordable purchase and ownership costs
- • Smooth and refined 4-cylinder engine
Cons:
- • Limited power for highway overtaking or spirited driving
- • Basic interior materials and features (typical for segment)
- • Torsion beam rear suspension might be less refined than multi-link setups
- • Euro NCAP safety rating not available (potential concern for some buyers)
- • Noise levels can be higher at highway speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: August, 2018 - 2023).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Brio |
| Generation: | II (facelift 2023) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | May, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 75.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 110 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L12B3 [Same engine] More details about the engine L12B3 |
| Engine displacement: | 1199 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.6 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.6 kg/Hp, 94.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 115.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 954 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 851 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 258 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3810 mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1680 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1485 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2405 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1475 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14; 185/55 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 14; 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
Every driver has a story. What’s yours with the Honda Brio?