Honda FR-V
Encyclopedia
The Honda FR-V is a six-seater compact MPV
introduced by Honda
in 2004 and marketed until 2009. Alongside the Fiat Multipla
, it is currently one of only two compact minivans with a 3+3 seating configuration available on the Europe
an market.
and one Honda diesel
-powered engine.
The 1.7 i-VTEC and 2.0 i-VTEC were replaced in spring 2007 by a new 1.8 i-VTEC from the Civic compact hatchback. At the same time some minor cosmetic changes were made (carbon effect interior, light cluster, and darker front grill).
Compact MPV
A compact MPV is a car classification used in Europe to describe multi-purpose vehicle versions of small family cars , fitting between the mini MPV and large MPV sub-segments...
introduced by Honda
Honda
is a Japanese public multinational corporation primarily known as a manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles.Honda has been the world's largest motorcycle manufacturer since 1959, as well as the world's largest manufacturer of internal combustion engines measured by volume, producing more than...
in 2004 and marketed until 2009. Alongside the Fiat Multipla
Fiat Multipla
The Fiat Multipla is a compact MPV manufactured by Italian automaker Fiat since 1998. Based on the Brava, the Multipla is shorter and wider than its rivals. It has two rows of three seats, while all its competitors have two seats in the front...
, it is currently one of only two compact minivans with a 3+3 seating configuration available on the Europe
Europe
Europe is, by convention, one of the world's seven continents. Comprising the westernmost peninsula of Eurasia, Europe is generally 'divided' from Asia to its east by the watershed divides of the Ural and Caucasus Mountains, the Ural River, the Caspian and Black Seas, and the waterways connecting...
an market.
Engines
The FR-V is available with three petrolGasoline
Gasoline , or petrol , is a toxic, translucent, petroleum-derived liquid that is primarily used as a fuel in internal combustion engines. It consists mostly of organic compounds obtained by the fractional distillation of petroleum, enhanced with a variety of additives. Some gasolines also contain...
and one Honda diesel
Honda N engine
The N series is Honda's first diesel engine. It is a four-cylinder common-rail diesel engine for medium-sized Honda vehicles. It features the ubiquitous Common-Rail Direct Injection configuration which Honda brands as their i-CTDi...
-powered engine.
- 1.7 i-VTEC - 125 hp at 6300 rpm and 154 newton metre 4800 rpm
- 1.8 i-VTEC - 138 hp
- 2.0 i-VTEC - 150 hp at 6500 rpm and 192 newton metre at 4000 rpm
- 2.2 i-CTDi - 140 hp at 4000 rpm and 340 newton metre at 2000 rpm
The 1.7 i-VTEC and 2.0 i-VTEC were replaced in spring 2007 by a new 1.8 i-VTEC from the Civic compact hatchback. At the same time some minor cosmetic changes were made (carbon effect interior, light cluster, and darker front grill).
Technical specifications
| Name | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Body Type | MPV |
| Driven Wheels | Front |
| Engine Position | Front |
| Euro NCAP | 4 |
| 0-60 mph (secs) | 10.1 |
| Front Headroom (mm) | 1036 mm (40.8 in) |
| Rear Headroom (mm) | 955 mm (37.6 in) |
| Front Legroom (mm) | 1035 mm (40.7 in) |
| Rear Kneeroom (mm) | 761 mm (30 in) |
| Height (mm) | 1610 mm (63.4 in) |
| Width (mm) | 1810 mm (71.3 in) |
| Length (mm) | 4285 mm (168.7 in) |
| Kerb Weight (Kg) | 1584 kg (3,492 lb) |
| Max. Boot Space (Litres) | 1049 l (2,216.9 US pt) |
| Min. Boot Space (Litres) | 439 l (927.8 US pt) |
| No. of Doors | 5 |
| No. of Seats | 6 |
| Service Intervals (Miles) | 12500 mi (20,116.8 km) |
| Tank Capacity (UK Gallons) | 12.75 imp gal (58 l; 15 US gal) |
| Turning Circle (m) | 10.5 ft (3.2 m) |