Honda FR-V

The Honda FR-V, marketed as the Honda Edix in Japan, is a six-passenger car that was manufactured by Honda from 2004 to 2009 (with marketing ending in 2011 in some regions[2]), over a single generation. A five-door compact multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), the FR-V was noted for its 3+3 seating configuration, along with the Fiat Multipla.

Honda FR-V (BE1/2/3/4/8)
Overview
ManufacturerHonda
Also calledHonda Edix (Japan)
Production2004–2009
AssemblySuzuka, Japan[1]
Body and chassis
ClassCompact MPV
Body style5-door MPV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
RelatedHonda CR-V (Similar Platform) Honda Civic (Similar Platform)
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission5-speed manual
6-speed manual
5-speed automatic
4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,685 mm (105.7 in)
Length4,285 mm (168.7 in)
Width1,810 mm (71.3 in)
Height1,610 mm (63.4 in)
1,625 mm (64.0 in) with roof rails
Curb weight1,520 kg (3,351 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorHonda S-MX
Honda FR-V 3+3 seating- Front seats

It has been claimed that FR-V stands for Flexible Recreation Vehicle,[3][4] although Honda did not officially state this.

The FR-V was officially launched in Europe in Autumn 2004.[5] It shares a similar platform to the Honda CR-V (which in turn shares a similar platform to the Honda Civic), but with a longer wheelbase.[6] The FR-V allows folding down the front middle seat to create a tray or arm rest. The compact MPV offers 32 different seating combinations in addition to three ISOFIX points.[2]

The front suspension is a MacPherson strut, with the rear being double wishbone suspension.[3]

In 2007, the FR-V received its first and only facelift, where Honda changed the front bumper, headlights, tail lights[7] and door handles. On the inside, the carbon-fibre look trim was removed, leaving only wood-trims (available pre-facelift). An aux-in port was added for the infotainment system.[8] At a similar time, the 2.2 i-CTDi Diesel engine was added.[7]

In August 2009, the FR-V ended production without a direct successor.[9][10]

  • Rear view
    Rear view
  • Honda Edix (Japan; facelift)
    Honda Edix (Japan; facelift)

Engines

The FR-V was available with four petrol (both Japan and Europe used the K20, with slight differences) and one diesel powered engine, though this depended on the region.

All engines detailed
Engine Code Type Displacement Power Torque Drive type Gearbox 0-60 mph Top speed Combined consumption CO2 emissions Production years Region
Petrol Engines
1.7 VTEC D17A2 I4 1688 cc 125 PS (92 kW) at 6300 rpm
130 PS (96 kW) in Japan		 154 N⋅m (114 lb⋅ft) at 4800 rpm
155 N⋅m (114 lb⋅ft) in Japan		 FWD Manual (5-speed) 12.3s 113 mph (182 km/h) 35.5mpg (imperial) 189g/km 2004-2007 Europe & Japan
Automatic (4-speed) ? ? ? ? Japan
AWD ? ? ? ? 2004-2005
1.8 i-VTEC R18A1 1799 cc 140 PS (103 kW) at 6300 rpm 174 N⋅m (128 lb⋅ft) at 4300 rpm FWD Manual (6-speed) 10.6s 118 mph (190 km/h) 37.7mpg (imperial) 177g/km 2007-2009 Europe
Automatic (5-speed) 12.4s 115 mph (185 km/h) 34.9mpg (imperial) 190g/km
2.0 i-VTEC K20A9 1998 cc 150 PS (110 kW) at 6500 rpm 191 N⋅m (141 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm Manual (6-speed) 10.5s 121 mph (195 km/h) 31.7mpg (imperial) 212g/km 2004-2007
K20A

(Eco)

 156 PS (115 kW) at 6500 rpm 188 N⋅m (139 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm Manual (5-speed) ? ? ? ? 2004-2009 Japan
Automatic (5-speed) ? ? ? ?
AWD Automatic (4-speed) ? ? ? ?
2.4 i-VTEC K24A 2354 cc 162 PS (119 kW) at 5700 rpm 218 N⋅m (161 lb⋅ft) at 4000 rpm FWD Automatic (5-speed) ? ? ? ? 2007-2009
Diesel Engines
2.2 i-CTDi N22A I4 turbo 2204 cc 140 PS (103 kW) at 4000 rpm 340 N⋅m (251 lb⋅ft) at 2000 rpm FWD Manual (6-speed) 10.1s 118 mph (190 km/h) 44mpg (imperial) 167g/km 2005-2009 Europe

Information regarding 1.8 i-VTEC and 2.2 i-CTDi from Honda UK Brochure.[11] 1.7 VTEC, 2.0 i-VTEC (6-speed) and some 2.2 i-CTDi information sourced from Honda News Europe.[6] Information regarding Japan region and 2.0 i-VTEC (5-speed) from Autozine.[3] Further information regarding Japan region, 2.0 i-VTEC (5-speed auto) and 4-speed auto from Greenwise.[12] Extra information for all Japan models found from TCV.[13] Extra information for all European models found from Parkers.[14]

The 1.7 VTEC and 2.0 i-VTEC were replaced in the spring of 2007 by a new 1.8 i-VTEC from the eighth generation Honda Civic. The Japanese-market version (known as the Honda Edix) kept the 2.0 i-VTEC engine, and a 2.4 i-VTEC engine was added. At the same time, some minor cosmetic changes were made (carbon effect interior, light cluster, and darker front grill). All-wheel drive was also offered for vehicles sold in Japan.

References
  1. "Honda Information Meeting 2009" (PDF). Honda. 12 February 2010. p. 48. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2 February 2013. Retrieved 24 May 2013.
  2. "Honda Edix Review - Price, Specs And Fuel Consumption In MPG | SBT JAPAN". www.sbtjapan.com. Retrieved 2021-01-19.
  3. "Honda Edix (FR-V)". www.autozine.org. Retrieved 2021-01-19.
  4. "HONDA FR-V / Edix specs & photos - 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007". autoevolution. Retrieved 2021-01-19.
  5. "Honda announces new model, FR-V". hondanews.eu. Retrieved 2021-01-18.
  6. "FR-V Summary". European Media Newsroom. Honda Motor Europe Ltd. 2004-07-07. Archived from the original on 2021-01-22.
  7. "Used Honda FR-V Hatchback (2004 - 2009) Review | Parkers". www.parkers.co.uk. Retrieved 2021-01-19.
  8. "HONDA FR-V / Edix specs & photos - 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011". autoevolution. Retrieved 2021-01-19.
  9. "Honda FR-V axed". Autocar. Retrieved 2021-01-18.
  10. "Honda Plans to Kill Six-Seater FR-V Minivan in the UK". www.carscoops.com. Retrieved 2021-01-19.
  11. Honda UK FR-V (PDF) (brochure), Honda (UK) - Cars, February 2009, p. 38, archived from the original (PDF) on 2021-01-22
  12. "Honda Edix 6 Seater Review". GreenWise Cars. 2013-11-15. Retrieved 2021-01-19.
  13. "Honda Edix｜Price. Reviews. Specifications.｜TCV(former tradecarview)｜". TCV. Retrieved 2021-01-19.
  14. "Honda FR-V Hatchback (from 2004) specs, dimensions, facts & figures | Parkers". www.parkers.co.uk. Retrieved 2021-01-19.

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