Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd. is creating a surprise to celebrate the year end with two exceptional models on display for the first time in Thailand at the 39th Thailand International Motor Expo?the Honda SUV e:Prototype, a 100% electric-powered concept model, and the Honda Civic Type R, the ultimate sport vehicle. Other popular car models are also on display including the e:HEV lineup that comes with an e:HEV full-hybrid system and Honda SENSING intelligent safety technology in all variants. The e:HEV lineup covers four popular segments: the city car segment such as the City e:HEV and City Hatchback e:HEV; the compact car segment such as the new Civic e:HEV; the SUV segment such as the HR-V e:HEV; and the D-segment such as the Accord e:HEV. Honda will also display its Turbo lineup including the City, City Hatchback, Civic, and Accord, along with the SUV segment such as the all-new BR-V, a 7-seat multi-utility SUV, and the CR-V. There is also a special year-end campaign to make it easier for customers to own Honda cars, especially the "City Series" in the popular city car segment, offering interest rates starting at 0.99%* and a free fuel card worth 5,000 baht. Visit Honda booth A14, Challenger Hall 2, Impact Muang Thong Thani between 1 to 12 December 2022. Customers can receive the same special offers for other models at Honda showrooms nationwide when booking and taking delivery of participating car models from 1 November 2022 until 31 December 2022.
Mr. Noriyuki Takakura, President and CEO of Honda Automobile (Thailand) Co., Ltd., said, "Thanks to Honda's successful launch of several e:HEV full-hybrid models in Thailand, e:HEV is proving to be the latest exceptional technology trend that really meets today's driving needs. It is also a technology that paves the way for an electrified era. Today, we have the Honda SUV e:Prototype, which is a 100% electric-powered concept model, on display as we reinforce our intent to be an important part of the government's electric vehicle subsidy scheme while responding to the demands of Thai customers."
"This year, another highlight that represents Honda's DNA of sportiness that is on display is the Honda Civic Type R, the ultimate sport vehicle. Our automobile showcase is also reinforced with the e:HEV full-hybrid lineup, the Turbo series, and a variety of popular models," added Mr. Noriyuki.
At the Honda booth, Thai customers will experience the driving power of the future with the Honda SUV e:Prototype, a 100% electric-powered concept model that is well-suited to provide cutting-edge driving value. It boasts an elegant exterior design that is distinctive with headlights in a horizontal line design. The interior focuses on offering a sense of spaciousness. It features a large infotainment Advanced Touch Screen and TFT Multi-information Display and Honda SENSING intelligent safety technology. Another unique vehicle on display for the first time in Thailand is the Honda Civic Type R, the ultimate sport vehicle. The model on display is equipped with a 2.0-liter VTEC Turbo, 19-inch alloy wheels, and a four-mode drive system: Comfort, Sport, and +R modes, plus Individual mode for first time in this model, along with Honda SENSING intelligent safety technology and a Blind Spot Information System (BSI). The Honda Civic Type R takes a sense of exclusiveness to another level with the Type R Serial Number Plate.
Honda is going full house with vehicles on offer with 11 models for customers to choose from to fit their lifestyles, led by the following highlight models:
The e:HEV full-hybrid model lineup led by:
- The Honda City e:HEV, which combines the powerful performance of two electric motors with a 1.5-liter Atkinson Cycle DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder, 16-valve engine and an electronic continuously variable transmission (E-CVT) and lithium-ion batteries. It provides an instant response with maximum torque of 253 Newton-meters at 0-3,000 rpm, with excellent fuel efficiency of 27.8 km/liter. It comes with Honda SENSING intelligent safety technology. The cabin is spacious and comfortable, fully equipped with advanced technology for safety and premium functions and comfort features. In addition, customers can receive special offers including a 1.85% interest rate* and a 10-year hybrid battery life warranty. Customers can also choose a 2.79% interest rate, free 1-year insurance, free periodic maintenance service for five years or 100,000 kilometers (whichever comes first), and a 10-year hybrid battery life warranty when booking and taking delivery from 1 November 2022 until 31 December 2022.
- The Honda City Hatchback e:HEV, which combines the powerful performance of two electric motors with a 1.5-liter Atkinson Cycle DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder, 16-valve engine, delivering instant response with maximum torque of 253 Newton-meters and excellent fuel efficiency of 27 km/liter. It ensures a safe and comfortable drive with Honda SENSING intelligent safety technology and ULTR seats. The Honda City Hatchback e:HEV is fully equipped with a complete set of safety technology and premium functions and comfort features. Customers can take advantage of special offers including a 1.85% interest rate and a 10-year hybrid battery life warranty. Customers can also choose a 2.79% interest rate, free 1-year insurance, free periodic maintenance service for five years or 100,000 kilometers (whichever comes first), and a 10-year hybrid battery life warranty when booking and taking delivery from 1 November 2022 until 31 December 2022.
- The new Honda Civic e:HEV is an iconic premium sport sedan that responds to everyday driving thanks to its e:HEV full-hybrid technology that combines the powerful performance of two electric motors with a 2.0-liter Direct Injection Atkinson Cycle DOHC engine. It delivers maximum motor torque of 315 Newton-meters and excellent fuel efficiency of 25 km/liter along with Honda SENSING intelligent safety technology. The cabin is spacious and comfortable. It meets a wide range of applications with the 60:40 Foldable Rear Seat that maximizes the multipurpose space and Rear Ventilation. It's also fully equipped with a wide range of advanced comfort and safety technologies. Customers can receive special offers including a 2.79% interest rate, free 1-year insurance, free periodic maintenance service for five years or 100,000 kilometers (whichever comes first), and a 10-year hybrid battery life warranty when booking and taking delivery from 1 November 2022 until 31 December 2022.
- The Honda HR-V e:HEV is a premium sport SUV that comes with an e:HEV full-hybrid system that combines the powerful performance of two electric motors with a 1.5-liter Atkinson Cycle DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder, 16-valve engine, providing instant response with maximum torque of 253 Newton-meters, excellent fuel efficiency of 25.6 km/liter, and Honda SENSING intelligent safety technology in all variants. It features a three-mode driving system. It also meets all applications thanks to multi-utility rear seats that can be adjusted in different ways and is fully equipped with premium features and advanced technology for safety and driving. Customers can receive special offers including a 2.79% interest rate, free 1-year insurance*, free periodic maintenance service for five years or 100,000 kilometers (whichever comes first), and a 10-year hybrid battery life warranty when booking and taking delivery from 1 November 2022 until 31 December 2022.
The Turbo model lineup led by:
- The Honda City, powered by a 1.0-liter DOHC VTEC Turbo engine that produces a maximum of 122 PS and provides excellent fuel efficiency of up to 23.8 km/liter. It is proactively environmentally friendly with a CO2 emission rate of only 99 grams/kilometer. Increase confidence in driving on every journey with advanced technology for safety. It also comes with Honda CONNECT. Customers can receive special offers including a 0.99% interest rate* and a free fuel card worth 5,000 baht. Customers can also choose a 1.85% interest rate, free 1-year insurance, and a free fuel card worth 5,000 baht when booking and taking delivery from 1 November 2022 until 31 December 2022.
- The Honda City Hatchback is a 5-door sport hatchback city car that comes with rear 60:40 foldable ULTR seats that can be adjusted to four modes according to use to increase usable space in its large multi-utility cargo space. It ensures fun and pleasant driving with a 1.0-liter DOHC VTEC Turbo engine that delivers driving performance of up to 122 PS, maximum torque of 173 Newton-meters, and excellent fuel efficiency of 23.3 km/liter. It's fully equipped with functions that meet every premium lifestyle requirement and comes with Honda CONNECT and many safety features. Customers can receive special offers including a 1.59% interest rate* and a free fuel card worth 5,000 baht. Customers can also choose a 2.39% interest rate, free 1-year insurance, and a free fuel card worth 5,000 baht when booking and taking delivery from 1 November 2022 until 31 December 2022.
- The Honda Civic is an iconic premium sport sedan in which all variants are powered by a new 1.5-liter VTEC Turbo engine with a CVT transmission and a maximum of 178 PS. It also comes with Honda SENSING intelligent safety technology. Customers can receive special offers including a 2.79% interest rate* and free 1-year insurance* when booking and taking delivery from 1 November 2022 until 31 December 2022.
Interested customers are invited to visit and explore the special deals at Honda Booth A14 at the 39th Thailand International Motor Expo 2022, Challenger Hall 2, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, from 1 to 12 December 2022. Customers will get special offers when booking and taking delivery of participating models from 1 November until 31 December 2022 at the event and at Honda Showrooms nationwide. For more information, customers can contact the 24-hour Honda Call Center at Tel. 0 2341 7777 or chat with Honda sales consultants via www.honda.co.th. Test drives of any Honda model are available at Honda showrooms nationwide. Customers who register to take a test drive via www.honda.co.th/testdrive from 1 December 2022 until 31 January 2023 will receive a free Lotus's gift card worth 200 baht*.