The Honda Brio small hatchback received its mid-lifecycle update in Indonesia, bringing fresh styling cues and more features. The facelifted model retains the same iVTEC powertrain and sporty-looking RS trim.
The Honda Brio remains instantly recognizable, with subtle visual updates focused on the front end. The redesigned bumper includes a larger grille combined with more modern and interconnected lower intakes. Besides the badging, the RS trim features a special pattern on the grille and a dark finish for the chrome strip, while featuring new LED headlights.
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The rest of the bodywork remains largely unchanged, setting aside the slightly different diffuser and darker taillights of the RS. The latter also comes fitted with 15-inch alloys, while the regular model gets a smaller set of 14-inch wheels. Honda expanded the color palette with the new Electric Lime Metallic, Stellar Diamond Pearl, and Meteoroid Gray Metallic, next to new bi-tone options.
Moving inside, updates are limited to new trim for the dashboard and the seats. Additionally, the flagship RS trim gets a red push-button start/stop, a revised analog instrument cluster with a small display, an illuminated shifter, and the new 7-inch infotainment touchscreen on the center console which is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The naturally aspirated 1.2-liter iVTEC four-cylinder petrol engine remains the sole option under the bonnet, producing the same 89 hp (66 kW / 90 PS) and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) of torque. Power is transmitted to the front axle through either a 5-speed manual or a CVT automatic. Unlike the Honda Amaze sedan which switched to a different architecture for its second generation in 2018, the Brio hatchback still rides on a developed version of its predecessor’s underpinnings that date back to 2011.
The facelifted Honda Brio is already available in Indonesia priced between 165,900,000-243,900,000 Indonesian rupiah ($11,278-16,580) depending on the trim. The locally produced hatchback remains a best-seller in the country with more than half a million sales overall. It is also exported to other markets including Vietnam and the Philippines following its demise from India.
