Honda FR-V 2007
At Paris Salon De L'Automobile





2007 Honda FR-V

- 1.8 i-VTEC and 2.2 i-CTDi
- Automatic transmission available for new 1.8-liter engine
- Updated looks

Honda's compact multi-purpose vehicle, featuring six seats arranged in two rows of three, now has a new engine line-up together with a series of detail exterior and interior changes for the 2007 Model Year.

The 2.2-liter i-CTDi engine now has a particulate filter available as an option, and the 1.7 and 2.0 liter petrol engines are replaced by the 140 PS 1.8 liter SOHC i-VTEC unit familiar from the Civic range.

Offering exceptional performance and economy and as well as the latest VTEC and friction reduction technology, Honda FR-V also introduces an extra element to the mix: delayed intake valve closure combined with a wide open throttle valve during low-load driving conditions to reduce pumping losses and boost fuel economy.

Externally, 2007 models can be distinguished by a new dark chrome finish to the grille, headlights, door handles, rear combination light and lower licence plate trim. Inside a new greyish blue soft touch fabric is applied to seats and doors (grey leather seats together with beige soft touch fabric on the doors continue on right-hand drive EX grade models) while all models now have a high-tech metal finish applied to the fascia panel. An additional boot light provides added convenience.

A number of items have also been improved at 2007 Honda FR-V, including the front seat headrests, the back seat armrest, while the front middle seat tray, revealed by flipping forward the front half of the seat squab, now features two compartments and cup holders with lids.

Honda FR-V is now also provided with an auxiliary jack for an iPod or similar audio storage device (all right-hand drive models and Comfort and Executive left-hand drive models).

Otherwise Honda FR-V continues to offer an outstandingly flexible, practical and intelligent interior in a stylish body and fun driving dynamics. With all six seats in two rows, it's easy for everyone in the car to talk to each other, making it a more friendly way to travel.

It also leaves space for a large boot, and when more space for luggage is needed, Honda FR-V comes into its own. Not only do the three rear seats fold individually, they fold flat into the floor. So maximum space is achieved without having to remove and then store bulky seats. They can also be folded one-handed, simply by reaching in from the boot and unfastening a single latch.

To add to the numerous space combinations, the back of the central front seat also folds down to allow extra-long items to be carried, or to form a table.