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FIRST TIME IN THE WORLD, HONDA SHOWS SUV RS CONCEPT

It is estimated that it will be present next year to enliven the Indonesian compact SUV market

14.11.2021
BY A. NUGROHO
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For the first time globally, Honda introduced the Honda SUV RS Concept at the 2021 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS), held from November 11-21, 2021, at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) BSD, Tangerang. The Honda SUV RS Concept is a compact SUV that combines a more sporty character, pleasant driving performance, and technological sophistication.

The Honda SUV RS Concept also marks the first time Honda in Indonesia has featured the RS variant on an SUV model. Honda applies the RS logo to its product variants that have a more sporty character. Several Honda models in Indonesia with the RS variant are the Honda Brio, Honda Mobilio, Honda City Hatchback, and All-New Honda Civic.

Takehiro Watanabe, President Director of PT Honda Prospect Motor, said that the SUV segment grows in Indonesia. Consumers prefer a more sporty car character to suit various activities and road conditions.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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"Honda SUV RS Concept is here as our vision of how a Sport Utility Vehicle becomes more sporty by applying the RS character which has been very well received by consumers in Indonesia. We are very proud to make Indonesia the first in the world to introduce the Honda SUV RS Concept,” said Watanabe.

The concept car developed as a collaboration between Honda R&D Asia Pacific Co., Ltd. and the Honda team in Indonesia displays a sporty exterior design that fits Honda's DNA in a compact SUV platform. From the exterior, the Honda SUV RS Concept appears with a slim body, sharp and solid lines, and a grille that blends with the body, which further strengthens its sporty character.

Honda has provided no information for this SUV, including the engine, features, and technology provided. The production version will likely be present in 2022. The presence of the RS Concept SUV shows the SUV market that continues to grow. Several SUV products come with the exact dimensions as the RS Concept SUV, such as Rocky, Raize, Kiger, Magnite, Sonet, and the latest Creta.

In addition to the Honda SUV RS Concept, the Honda booth also featured 24 cars with an area of ​​2,394 square meters, including the latest model, All New Honda BR-V, which was launched virtually last September. For the first time, consumers can see firsthand the various variants of the All-New Honda BR-V at the motor show this time.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Another car launched this year. The Honda City Hatchback RS will also make its first appearance at the GIIAS event. Not only with the standard model but the Honda City Hatchback RS with special paint in collaboration with the designer Never Too Lavish is also displayed in the "Sporty Zone" along with Honda Racing Simulator and BVDC games so that racing lovers can enjoy the look of Honda cars with racing nuances and various motorsport activities.

In addition, the Honda booth will also present a "Sensing Zone" where visitors can get to know more closely and experience Honda's signature safety technology.

Honda Brio also has a particular area called “Brio World”, which displays the standard model and the Honda Brio Touring Car belonging to Canya Prasetyo, a Honda Racing Indonesia racer.

In addition, Honda also presented the Honda Brio Millennials Project #2, which is expected to inspire visitors who want to modify the Honda Brio with a more sporty appearance but can still be used daily. The Honda Brio Millenials Project #2 underwent changes to the suspension, wheels, tires and was wrapped in decals dominated by blue with a touch of yellow accents.

 

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