Honda Cars India today commenced pre-bookings for its upcoming model WR-V which it plans to launch in the country this month.
The company will launch the vehicle on March 16 and has initiated pre-bookings for the upcoming model at its dealerships for an amount of Rs 21,000.
"The WR-V is an all new sporty lifestyle vehicle in Honda's line-up. It will provide joy for recreational usage and comfortable driving for daily use in the city," Honda Cars India President and CEO Yoichiro Ueno said in a statement.
India is the first country to manufacture and launch the Honda WR-V in the world. It is the first model developed by Honda R&D India in association with Honda R&D Co, Ltd, Japan.
The company has developed the model as a Sporty Lifestyle Vehicle for the Indian consumers who want sporty and stylish vehicles that are compact in size with premium interiors and advanced features.
Based on Jazz platform, the WR-V would come with both petrol and diesel powertrains.
Ueno said Honda has started the year 2017 on a positive note.
"After a very successful launch of the New City 2017 in February, the WR-V launch is our second important launch this year. We are confident that both these models will propel Honda Cars India firmly on the growth path," he added.
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