2023 Honda Metropolis facelift – spec-by-spec comparability of S, E, V and RS Malaysian variants, fr. RM85k to RM112k
The 2023 Honda Metropolis facelift, which was formally launched in Malaysia yesterday, arrives on the scene with some minor exterior styling revisions in addition to up to date gear. Like with the pre-facelift, the B-segment sedan continues to be supplied in 5 variant kinds, the complement made up of 4 petrol models and a hybrid.
The petrol variations are the S, E, V and a brand new petrol RS, which replaces the earlier V-Sensing variant, with the RS e:HEV hybrid sitting on the high of the mannequin vary. Pricing begins at RM84,900 for the S, whereas the E retails for RM89,900, the V for RM94,900 and the RS for RM99,900. As for the Metropolis e:HEV RS, it’s priced at RM111,900. All costs are on-the-road with out insurance coverage.
The petrol variants proceed to be powered by a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated inline-four DOHC i-VTEC engine, carried over from the pre-facelift with none modifications. As such, the unit continues to supply 121 PS (119 hp or 89 kW) at 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm, and it stays paired with the CVT from earlier than.
No modifications to the hybrid powertrain on the e:HEV RS both. The Clever Multi-Mode Drive (i-MMD) system options an electrical motor rated at 109 PS (107 hp or 80 kW) and 253 Nm. That is juiced by a lithium-ion battery that’s charged by a second electrical motor linked to a 1.5 litre naturally-aspirated DOHC i-VTEC four-cylinder Atkinson cycle engine.
The petrol mill is rated at 98 PS (97 hp or 72 kW) and 127 Nm of torque, and whereas it largely acts as a generator, it could possibly clutch in via a single-speed transmission (dubbed E-CVT) to supply direct drive to the wheels at greater speeds the place it’s most effective.
Except for new exterior styling for each the entrance and rear, the refresh introduces the next stage of package from the get-go. The Metropolis facelift now comes with six airbags and Honda Sensing as normal throughout the vary, though solely the RS e:HEV contains a Low Velocity Comply with operate for the latter.
The S, E, V and petrol RS omits this one on account of their mechanical parking brake, however every little thing else from the security suite is on. In that kitbag is Ahead Collision Warning, Collision Mitigation Braking System (autonomous emergency braking), Lane Preserve Help System, Street Departure Mitigation, Lane Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise Management, Lead Automotive Departure Notification and Auto Excessive Beam.
Package-wise, the bottom S comes fitted with 15-inch single-tone alloy wheels (185/60 profile tyres), automated halogen projector headlamps, LED DRLs, keyless entry and begin with stroll away auto lock, paddle shifters (new for the S), a 4.2-inch multi-info full color instrument cluster show, guide air-conditioning (with rear vents), one USB port, a multi-angle reverse digicam and a typical audio system with Bluetooth and 4 audio system.
The E variant provides on distant engine begin, one other entrance USB port, two rear USB ports, 4 tweeters, single-zone automated local weather management in addition to an eight-inch Show Audio touchscreen head unit that helps wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Additionally, its 15-inch wheels characteristic a dual-tone end, whereas its door handles are performed in chrome.
Transferring as much as the V provides on 16-inch single-tone alloys (with 185/55 profile tyres), automated LED headlamps, entrance LED fog lamps, leather-based upholstery and leather-wrapped steering wheel/gear knob. The variant additionally will get the automaker’s LaneWatch side-view digicam system.
The petrol RS nets you the specification’s exterior styling and badging, 16-inch dual-tone alloys in addition to a sportier-looking black inside, full with purple distinction stitching parts. Additionally occurring are a seven-inch digital instrument cluster (with purple intrument cluster pointer needles), sports activities pedals, Honda Join telematics in addition to help for wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
The range-topping Metropolis RS e:HEV provides on the Low Velocity Comply with operate talked about earlier in addition to a deceleration selector paddle for the i-MMD system. As for exterior colors, all 5 variants share three exterior colors, particularly Ignite Purple Metallic, Meteoroid Grey Metallic and Platinum White Pearl. The petrol variants get two further choices, these being Crystal Black Pearl and Lunar Silver Metallic.
The Metropolis facelift comes with a five-year, unlimited-mileage guarantee and free labour service (relevant as much as 5 occasions inside 100,000 km or 5 years), and the hybrid variant additionally comes with an eight-year, unlimited-mileage guarantee for its lithium-ion battery. Honda Join is offered as a price possibility for the S, E and V variants.
Right here’s the detailed listing of the specs out there on every 2023 Metropolis facelify variant:
2023 Honda Metropolis 1.5L S facelift – RM84,900
Will get as normal:
Mechanicals
- 1.5 litre DOHC i-VTEC naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine
- 121 PS (119 hp) at 6,600 rpm, 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm
- CVT automated transmission with ECON mode
- Electrical energy steering (EPS)
- Mechanical parking brake
- MacPherson strut suspension (entrance), torsion beam (rear)
- Ventilated disc brakes (entrance), drum (rear)
- 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds
- 1,125 kg kerb weight
Exterior
- Computerized halogen projector headlamps
- LED daytime operating lights
- LED rear mixture lights
- 15-inch single-tone alloy wheels with 185/60 profile tyres
- Energy adjustable and folding facet mirrors with flip alerts
- Shark fin antenna
- Physique-coloured door handles
Inside
- Good entry with push-start button
- Urethane steering wheel and kit knob
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel adjustment
- Steering wheel audio controls
- Steering paddle shifters
- Customary audio system with Bluetooth, hands-free cellphone
- One USB port
- 4 audio system
- Analogue meter panel with 4.2-inch TFT full color multi-info show
- Handbook air-conditioning with rear vents
- Cloth upholstery
- Centre console with armrest
- 60:40 cut up folding rear seats
- 15-inch metal spare wheel
- 519 litre boot area
Security
- Six airbags (entrance, facet, facet curtain)
- Honda Sensing driver help security suite
- Ahead collision warning (FCW)
- Collision mitigation braking system (CMBS, or AEB)
- Adaptive cruise management (ACC)
- Street departure mitigation (RDM)
- Lane departure warning (LDW)
- Lane retaining help (LKA)
- Computerized excessive beam (AHB)
- Lead automotive departure notification (LCDN)
- VSA, ABS, EBD, brake help
- Hill begin help
- Emergency cease sign
- Entrance and rear seat belt reminder
- Rear seat Isofix baby seat anchors with high tethers
- Stroll-away auto lock
- Two reverse sensors
2023 Honda Metropolis 1.5L E facelift – RM89,900
Provides on:
Exterior
- Chrome door handles
- 15-inch dual-tone alloy wheels
- 1,126 kg kerb weight
Inside
- Distant engine begin
- Single-zone auto aircon
- 8.0-inch touchscreen show audio
- Wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
- Eight audio system
- Two entrance and two rear USB ports
Security
- Reverse digicam, multi-angle
2023 Honda Metropolis 1.5L V facelift – RM94,900
Provides on:
Mechanicals
Exterior
- Computerized LED headlamps
- LED entrance fog lamps
- 16-inch single-tone alloy wheels with 185/55 profile tyres
- 0-100 km/h in 10.4 seconds
Inside
- Leather-based-wrapped steering wheel, gear knob
- Leather-based upholstery
Security
2023 Honda Metropolis 1.5L RS petrol facelift – RM99,900
Provides on:
Mechanicals
- Rear disc brakes
- 1,139 kg kerb weight
Exterior
- RS styling and badges
- Gloss black entrance grille with honeycomb mesh
- Gloss black wing mirror caps
- Rear diffuser
- Bootlid spoiler in gloss black
- 16-inch two-tone alloy wheels
- Physique-coloured door handles
Inside
- Leather-based and ultrasuede upholstery with purple stitching
- Purple stitching on steering, gear lever boot, centre tunnel and dashboard
- Black headliner
- 7.0-inch TFT excessive definition digital show
- Purple instrument cluster pointer needles
- Wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
- Sport aluminium pedals
Security
- Honda Join telematics system
2023 Honda Metropolis RS e:HEV facelift – RM111,900
Provides on:
Mechanicals
- i-MMD hybrid powertrain
- 1.5 litre DOHC i-VTEC naturally-aspirated Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine
- 98 PS (97 hp) at 5,600 to six,400 rpm, 127 Nm at 4,500 to five,000 rpm
- Electrical motor with 108 PS (107 hp) and 253 Nm from 0 to three,000 rpm
- e-CVT automated transmission with ECON mode
- Electrical parking brake with auto brake maintain operate
- 0-100 km/h in 9.9 seconds
- 1,250 kg kerb weight
Inside
- Deceleration selector paddle for i-MMD
- Momentary tyre restore package
- 410 litre boot area
Security
- Honda Sensing driver help security suite
- Low pace observe operate (LSF)
GALLERY: 2023 Honda Metropolis e:HEV RS facelift
GALLERY: 2023 Honda Metropolis 1.5 RS facelift
GALLERY: 2023 Honda Metropolis facelift Malaysian brochure
GALLERY: 2023 Honda Metropolis facelift official pictures
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