Friday, September 18, 2015

Car Profiles - Honda Brio Amaze

HONDA BRIO AMAZE

Now the City had grew up (in terms of size), the Brio Amaze now takes the helm as Honda's (alongside the Brio hatchback) entry level vehicles. All models get power windows and door locks and dual airbags and ABS brakes. Top end 1.3 V rivals the Vios with the same engine.

The Good: Likes to be driven hard
The Bad: Somewhat pricey

Price Range: P629,000-P769,000
Our Rating: ***

Last Update: September 18, 2014

OWNERSHIP DETAILS1.3 V1.3 S1.3 E
PriceP729,000 (MT), P769,000 (AT)P689,000P629,000
Warranty3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
EngineL12B 1.3 SOHC 16V I4L12B 1.3 SOHC 16V I4L12B 1.3 SOHC 16V I4
Horsepower99hp @ 6,000rpm99hp @ 6,000rpm99hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque127Nm @ 4,800rpm127Nm @ 4,800rpm127Nm @ 4,800rpm
Fuel TypeGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 OctaneGasoline/93 Octane
Fuel Systemi-VTEC Electronic Fuel Injectioni-VTEC Electronic Fuel Injectioni-VTEC Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission5-Speed Manual, 5-Speed Automatic5-Speed Automatic5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity35 Liters35 Liters35 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length3,990mm3,990mm3,990mm
Width1,680mm1,680mm1,680mm
Height1,485mm1,485mm1,485mm
Wheelbase2,405mm2,405mm2,405mm
Curb Weight950kg (MT), 990kg (AT)990kg950kg
Body Style4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive TypeFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel DriveFront Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating555
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut with StabilizerMcPherson Strut with StabilizerMcPherson Strut with Stabilizer
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamTorsion BeamTorsion Beam
Front BrakesVentilated DiscVentilated DiscVentilated Disc
Rear BrakesDrumDrumDrum
Tires175/65 R14175/65 R14175/65 R14
Wheels14 Inch Alloy14 Inch Steel with Cover14 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags222
Anti-Lock BrakesYes, with Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYes, with Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability ControlNoneNoneNone
Other Safety FeaturesNoneNoneNone
EXTERIOR
Fog LampsFront (AT Only), None for MTNoneNone
Other Exterior FeaturesAdds: NoneAdds: Body Color Door Handles and Side MirrorsLED High Mount Stop Lamp, Black Door Handles and Side Mirrors
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTiltTiltTilt
Steering Wheel MaterialUrethaneUrethaneUrethane
Seating AdjustmentManualManualManual
Seating MaterialFabricFabricFabric
Other Interior FeaturesAdds: Driver Side Vanity Mirror and Seatback Pocket, Rear Seat with Folding Armrest and Cupholders, Interior Trim Garnish, Silver Door Handles (AT Only)Adds: Front Passenger Vanity Mirror, Grabrail, Front Passenger Seatback Pocket12V Accessory Socket, Dome Light, Trunk Room Light, ECO Indicator Lamp
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power AmenitiesSteering (Electric), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors Steering (Electric), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors Steering (Electric), Windows, Door Locks
Climate ControlManualManualManual
Audio System2DIN AM/FM/CD/DVD/AUX/USB/Bluetooth with Navigation2DIN AM/FM/AUX/USB1DIN AM/FM/AUX/USB
Speakers442
Steering Wheel ControlsNoneNoneNone
AlarmYes, with Security AlarmYesYes
Keyless EntryYesYesNone
RIVALSKia Rio, Mitsubishi Mirage G4, Suzuki Swift Dzire, Toyota Vios