Honda WR-V Edge Edition launched at Rs. 8.01 lakh

TusharK · 16th March 2018, 16:40

Honda has launched a special edition of the WR-V crossover called the Edge Edition. It is available in both - petrol and diesel variants priced at Rs. 8.01 lakh and Rs. 9.04 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), respectively.

Honda WR-V Edge Edition launched at Rs. 8.01 lakh-wrv-edge.jpg

The WR-V Edge Edition is based on the S variant. It gets additional features such as 16-inch, dual-tone alloy wheels, reversing camera with display in the IRVM, parking sensors and Honda's Connect app. Like the regular S variant, it gets keyless entry and electric ORVMs. Safety features like driver and passenger airbags, ABS with EBD and brake override system are available as a part of standard equipment.

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Mechanically, the WR-V Edge Edition is identical to the standard car. The petrol version is powered by a 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder i-VTEC engine that produces 89 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 110 Nm of torque @ 4,800 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The diesel variant gets a 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that develops 99 BHP @ 3,600 rpm and a 200 Nm of torque @ 1,750 rpm. It comes with a 6-speed manual transmission.

Link to Team-BHP News

nikipedia87 · 16th March 2018, 16:46

If they had provided fog lamps as well, it would have been a more complete package. Currently, if a buyer wants a slightly loaded variant of the WR-V minus goodies like the sunroof, there is none. The Edge seems to fill that gap, but just about.

aviraj · 16th March 2018, 18:09

They should introduce the CVT quickly. These minor feature updates dont really help

Ankoor · 16th March 2018, 18:54

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Originally Posted by aviraj

They should introduce the CVT quickly. These minor feature updates dont really help

I agree, a CVT in this car is a no brainer.... Wonder why Honda is not introducing one.

ani_meher · 16th March 2018, 19:14

This is a good choice between the top and the low version. The lack of automatic is really glaring in good cars such as this WR-V, Ecosport, Brezza etc.

kaviprem · 16th March 2018, 19:29

I guess, Honda fear is on its City sales if they provide CVT on WR-V. For example, people may choose to buy WR-V CVT as opposed to City CVT.
To me, City is not a mean/sport machine [unlike Vento TSI].

Prem.

nikipedia87 · 16th March 2018, 19:48

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Originally Posted by kaviprem

people may choose to buy WR-V CVT as opposed to City CVT.

With that 1.2L engine, it may not be a threat to the City with a CVT gearbox. Might sway people away from the Jazz CVT, which isn't doing huge numbers anyway.

kaviprem · 16th March 2018, 20:04

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Originally Posted by nikipedia87

With that 1.2L engine, it may not be a threat to the City with a CVT gearbox. Might sway people away from the Jazz CVT, which isn't doing huge numbers anyway.

I agree, partially.
City CVT isn't a sportier machine either. I drove both Jazz CVT and City CVT before settling for City CVT.
Yes, there was a difference and City CVT was much better to drive. But, nothing great to write about for 5 lakhs difference and now, its like 6-7 lakhs difference b/w the CVT versions of Jazz and City top ends.

Prem.

jaaz · 16th March 2018, 23:50

Still no Magic seats or even a 40:60 folding seats.

Honda wants to cater to the utility sector without giving the utility features. Inspite of the management s recent belief that the market for Automatics is growing very fast for launching Diesel Automatic for Amaze, Honda has ruled out CVT version for WRV.

Ithaca · 17th March 2018, 00:19

Honda should stop wasting time with these unwanted & frivolous upgrades.
Update the WRV with a 1.5 litre VTEC engine and CVT and I am sure a lot of fence sitters will take the plunge and buy this vehicle.

drmohitg · 17th March 2018, 07:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by ani_meher

This is a good choice between the top and the low version. The lack of automatic is really glaring in good cars such as this WR-V, Ecosport, Brezza etc.

The Ecosport has the AT box, albeit only in the petrol variant. Typo perhaps?

ani_meher · 17th March 2018, 08:42

^^^oops I meant Scross. I guess Ecosport has subtly made it in my consciousness!

SJM1214 · 17th March 2018, 09:37

Launched?

I think Edge Edition variant was already there in their line up. In fact, I checked and TDed WRV Edge Edition on 8th March and 12th March.

Related thread :https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/hatch...ml#post4369569

Post numbers : 21 & 23

IMHO, WRV Edge Edition is a VFM variant.

aviraj · 19th March 2018, 10:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ithaca

Honda should stop wasting time with these unwanted & frivolous upgrades.
Update the WRV with a 1.5 litre VTEC engine and CVT and I am sure a lot of fence sitters will take the plunge and buy this vehicle.

That will never happen. If they put the 1.5L engine in WRV, then they will not be able to fit in the HRV which seems ideal to fit into the 1.5L bracket.

nikipedia87 · 19th March 2018, 11:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by aviraj

If they put the 1.5L engine in WRV, then they will not be able to fit in the HRV which seems ideal to fit into the 1.5L bracket.

And even if they do bring in the HRV with the 1.5L engine, where will they position it? They have the BRV with the same 1.5L engine as a Creta rival, whereas ideally, the HRV would have been the right rival for Creta.

So unless they do some massive price correction for the BRV ala the Duster, Honda might find it difficult to bring in the HRV at a price point above the Creta's.

16th March 2018, 16:40	#1
TusharK Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Pune Posts: 6,761 Thanked: 59,398 Times	Honda WR-V Edge Edition launched at Rs. 8.01 lakh Honda has launched a special edition of the WR-V crossover called the Edge Edition. It is available in both - petrol and diesel variants priced at Rs. 8.01 lakh and Rs. 9.04 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), respectively. The WR-V Edge Edition is based on the S variant. It gets additional features such as 16-inch, dual-tone alloy wheels, reversing camera with display in the IRVM, parking sensors and Honda's Connect app. Like the regular S variant, it gets keyless entry and electric ORVMs. Safety features like driver and passenger airbags, ABS with EBD and brake override system are available as a part of standard equipment. Mechanically, the WR-V Edge Edition is identical to the standard car. The petrol version is powered by a 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder i-VTEC engine that produces 89 BHP @ 6,000 rpm and 110 Nm of torque @ 4,800 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The diesel variant gets a 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that develops 99 BHP @ 3,600 rpm and a 200 Nm of torque @ 1,750 rpm. It comes with a 6-speed manual transmission. Link to Team-BHP News
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nikipedia87 BHPian Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 235 Thanked: 454 Times	Re: Honda WR-V Edge Edition launched at Rs. 8.01 lakh If they had provided fog lamps as well, it would have been a more complete package. Currently, if a buyer wants a slightly loaded variant of the WR-V minus goodies like the sunroof, there is none. The Edge seems to fill that gap, but just about.
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16th March 2018, 18:09	#3
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ani_meher Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Pune Posts: 1,981 Thanked: 4,077 Times	Re: Honda WR-V Edge Edition launched at Rs. 8.01 lakh This is a good choice between the top and the low version. The lack of automatic is really glaring in good cars such as this WR-V, Ecosport, Brezza etc.
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kaviprem BHPian Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Trichy Posts: 971 Thanked: 965 Times View My Garage	Re: Honda WR-V Edge Edition launched at Rs. 8.01 lakh I guess, Honda fear is on its City sales if they provide CVT on WR-V. For example, people may choose to buy WR-V CVT as opposed to City CVT. To me, City is not a mean/sport machine [unlike Vento TSI]. Prem. Last edited by GTO : 19th March 2018 at 10:21. Reason: typos
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16th March 2018, 23:50	#9
jaaz BHPian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Earth Posts: 667 Thanked: 658 Times	Re: Honda WR-V Edge Edition launched at Rs. 8.01 lakh Still no Magic seats or even a 40:60 folding seats. Honda wants to cater to the utility sector without giving the utility features. Inspite of the management s recent belief that the market for Automatics is growing very fast for launching Diesel Automatic for Amaze, Honda has ruled out CVT version for WRV.
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17th March 2018, 00:19	#10
Ithaca BHPian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: MH 43 // MH 46 Posts: 343 Thanked: 893 Times	Re: Honda WR-V Edge Edition launched at Rs. 8.01 lakh Honda should stop wasting time with these unwanted & frivolous upgrades. Update the WRV with a 1.5 litre VTEC engine and CVT and I am sure a lot of fence sitters will take the plunge and buy this vehicle.
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17th March 2018, 08:42	#12
ani_meher Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Pune Posts: 1,981 Thanked: 4,077 Times	^^^oops I meant Scross. I guess Ecosport has subtly made it in my consciousness!
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17th March 2018, 09:37	#13
SJM1214 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Anand(GJ23) Posts: 1,573 Thanked: 5,955 Times	Re: Honda WR-V Edge Edition launched at Rs. 8.01 lakh Launched? I think Edge Edition variant was already there in their line up. In fact, I checked and TDed WRV Edge Edition on 8th March and 12th March. Related thread :https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/hatch...ml#post4369569 Post numbers : 21 & 23 IMHO, WRV Edge Edition is a VFM variant.
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