Honda Vezel: Compact SUV Launching at Paris Motor Show

Small, cheap SUVs are the hottest segment in the automotive market today, and Honda is making its mark with the new Honda Vezel. This compact SUV is set to launch at the Paris Motor Show and will be marketed as the HR-V in other regions, with Vezel being the name used in Japan.

Main Highlights of the Honda Vezel

• Dimensions: 4295mm length, 1770mm width, and 1605mm height. The wheelbase measures 2610mm.
• Design: Features a sloping roofline reminiscent of the Honda CR-V.
• Rear Door Handles: Concealed in the C-pillar similar to the FJ Cruiser.
• Powertrains: Available with a 1.0-liter turbo 3-cylinder and a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine.
• Competitors: Rivals include the Nissan Juke and Nissan Qashqai.