The HR-V will change into the second automobile provided in Europe by Honda solely with a full-hybrid drivetrain.

The crossover will use the identical drivetrain because the Jazz small-segment hatchback with two electrical motors and a 1.5-liter gasoline engine that make a mixed output of 129 hp, Honda mentioned in a statement.

The e:HEV powertrain has three drive modes: electrical solely; hybrid with help from the combustion engine; and gasoline engine-only at larger speeds on highways.

A 9-inch central touchscreen is normal and is improved with a quicker operation pace, Honda mentioned. A second 7-inch display in entrance of the motive force offers details about the driver-assistance options.

The HR-V has Honda’s Sensing consciousness know-how, which makes use of a single forward-facing digital camera that’s now greater and has elevated definition. The one digital camera now does the job of a mixed digital camera and radar sensor set-up in previous mannequin.

Options within the new HR-V embrace improved night-time operation of the pedestrian avoidance system and the Collision Mitigation Brake System (CMBS), which now detects oncoming autos crossing the trail of the automobile, together with bicycles and bikes, and applies the brakes.

The HR-V additionally has adaptive cruise management that features a low-speed comply with perform in addition to brake management for hills.

The HR-V is decrease by 20 mm in comparison with the outgoing mannequin however has 10 mm larger floor clearance.

The third-generation HR-V will go on sale in Europe later this 12 months. Its design features a distinctive built-in entrance grille and angular head lights. A sloping rear hatch offers the automobile a “coupe-inspired” form, Honda mentioned.

The automaker mentioned the crossover’s general look is “premium.” The brand new technology retains the hidden rear door handles of the present HR-V.

The HR-V will likely be constructed at Honda’s Suzuka plant in Japan for European gross sales.

Honda plans a separate HR-V mannequin for the U.S. that can differ from the automobile provided in Europe and different world markets. The U.S. car will move to a bigger platform and have extra rugged styling.

Honda plans to supply electrified variations of all its fashions in Europe by the tip of subsequent 12 months, when the corporate will change the Civic compact.

HR-V gross sales dropped 59 p.c to 1,700 within the first quarter in Europe, in keeping with JATO Dynamics market researcher. The Jazz was Honda’s top-selling mannequin within the quarter with a quantity of 5,405, down 15 p.c.