Honda Brio is a Family Oriented hatchback

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Honda has no other way to go but the Brio way. The car maker has given everything in one last ditch effort to regain its lost glory in the Indian car market. This will in fact be the first attempt from the company to launch something at the front end of the car market catering to the mass audience.

The Honda Brio clearly shows the way for the future of the company and the car equally looks futurish with its looks. The car for an entry level segment has some detailing on the looks with flowing lines, broad muscular stance and is well rounded off with a sporty and sleek finish. It does take a while for you to come to terms with reality when you watch the Brio for the first time. The aggressive road stance, the short overhangs and the tightly stretched skin for a taut all give the car a dynamic look.

The completely glass material hatch at the back makes you realize why the car had to go so cheap. The tail lamps are also a no fit and it also lacks the rear wiper. The bigger problem lies with the absence of a demister, which comes in the way of visibility during travel. The Brio looks smaller than some of its rivals and this could also make the car feel inferior to its competitors. The car is however packaged in a brilliant gift wrap. It has concentrated on making the best use of its short 2345mm wheelbase.

The company has also got the main key ingredients in the form of high fuel efficiency. The main reason behind the mileage is the low kerb weight weighing around 925 kg. The car has an enviable mileage figure of 18.4 kmpl. The car is light in weight but more than makes up for it with the use of some rigid and high-strength steel and reinforcements at key areas. The engine and the power is the same one as the Jazz similar to the 88bhp 1.2-litre i-VTEC engine.

On the insides, the Brio might not match the Jazz and the Vista space to space. It does have a stand of its own with more than enough storage space. The car is wider compared to the Swift and the blowing winds really take you in their stride with equally comfortable seats. The leg space for the occupants at the rear is plenty and is also very accommodating on the whole. However seating more than two adults at the back can be the cause of some congestion. The dashboard has a warrior attitude to it with the two piece pattern and the offset centre console which a never before seen.

The drive wheel of the car is nothing like an entry level car and is more than up beat in terms of the quality.  The instrument panel and the dials are also premium in appearance. The ac vents are adorned by chrome rings giving it a dash of style. The switch gear is easily operatable with a solid push button along with plenty of storage for all the frivolous items.