Especificaciones y análisis del Honda FR-V
Power
140HP
Torque
174Nm
Consumption
7.5l/100
Emissions
177g/km
0-100 km/h
10.6s
Top Speed
190km/h
Weight
1498kg
Price
24,300€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
6 / 5 doors
439 L
58 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Honda FR-V 1.8 i-VTEC Comfort S · 140 CV (2008-2010)
General description
The Honda FR-V is not just any minivan; it's a statement of intent, a vehicle that dared to challenge convention with a proposal as bold as it was intelligent. In a market saturated with predictable solutions, Honda gave us a gem of engineering designed for the modern family, prioritizing connection and space in a unique and memorable way. Getting into an FR-V is to feel that you have chosen a different, more ingenious path.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the FR-V surprises and delights. Its 1.8 i-VTEC 140 hp engine is pure Japanese silk: elastic, reliable, and with a contagious joy when revving up. Despite its family nature, it feels agile and poised thanks to a well-tuned chassis, transmitting a confidence that invites you to enjoy every curve. The six-speed manual gearbox, with the lever in a high and ergonomic position, connects you to the driving experience in a way few minivans can. It's a car that not only takes you places but makes you a participant in the journey.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is its soul. The 3+3 seating configuration is a stroke of genius that completely transforms the cabin's dynamics, creating a social and welcoming atmosphere where no one is left isolated. It allows a child to travel safely in the center, next to their parents, or for three adults to share the front row with surprising comfort. On the outside, its wide proportions and compact silhouette give it a robust and distinctive presence, far from the bland aesthetics of many of its contemporaries. It's a design born from function, yet it exudes character and originality.
Technology and features
The true technology of the FR-V lies in its brilliant mechanical and spatial engineering, rather than in electronic gadgets. The heart of the car, the i-VTEC engine, is a marvel of efficiency and performance that masterfully balanced performance and consumption for its time. It had essential safety systems, such as Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), which ensured the protection of what matters most: the family. Although its infotainment system was simple, its focus was on durability and ergonomics designed to last for decades.
Competition
Its most direct rival in concept was the Fiat Multipla, another misunderstood genius. However, the FR-V offered a more conventional aesthetic and Honda's undisputed reputation. Beyond that comparison, it faced titans like the Renault Scénic, the Citroën C4 Picasso, or the Ford C-MAX. None of them, however, could offer the unique interior atmosphere and the sense of family cohesion that defined the FR-V, its true and inimitable selling point.
Conclusion
The Honda FR-V is one of those cars that time has put in its rightful place. It may not have been a runaway sales success, but it has earned a cult status in the hearts of its owners. It is a vehicle for those who value intelligence over trends, practicality over ostentation, and Honda's legendary reliability. Driving an FR-V today is an act of appreciation for good design, an ode to the family, and a reminder that sometimes, the best ideas are those that dare to be different.