Honda begins pre-bookings for WR-V in India; launch expected on March 16

Honda Cars India on Thursday 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.