Honda HR-V Hybrid Officially Launched in Indonesia

PT Honda Prospect Motor (HPM) has officially launched the latest Honda HR-V hybrid in Indonesia on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, with this being the first significant model change since 2022. The latest update of the Honda HR-V arrives with updates to the exterior, interior and features, but more importantly hybrid technology for the engine.

Also read: Honda Civic RS Hybrid Launched in Indonesia: Price and Features

Local Production Signals Honda’s Commitment

Shugo Watanabe, President Director of PT HPM, highlighted that the local production of Honda hybrid vehicles in Indonesia has now begun. He emphasized this milestone as a major step to not only increase vehicle availability but also demonstrate Honda’s long-term dedication to the Indonesian market.

Competitive Pricing for Hybrid and Petrol Variants

Yusak Billy, Director of Sales, Marketing, and After Sales at PT HPM, shared details on the new pricing strategy aimed at meeting consumer expectations for hybrid vehicles.

• HR-V RS e:HEV (flagship hybrid variant): Priced under IDR 500 million (OTR Jakarta), now at IDR 488 million for the highest variant, down from IDR 551 million.
• Sporty variant with Modulo accessories: Positioned just below the RS e:HEV variant.
• e:HEV hybrid variant: Starting price at IDR 449 million (OTR Jakarta).
• Petrol variant: Starting below IDR 400 million (OTR Jakarta), beginning at IDR 399 million.

Exterior Highlights

• Sporty RS Design: Comes with a sleek RS Aero kit, bold body-coloured grille, and sequential LED turn signals integrated into slim LED headlights.
• Premium Upgrades: Features panoramic glass roof, auto-folding mirrors with LED indicators, hands-free power tailgate, shark-fin antenna, and full-width 3D-effect LED taillight strip. 
• 17–18″ Wheels:
  • RS e:HEV – 18″ alloy wheels riding on 225/50 R18 tires
  • Other e:HEV trims – 17″ alloys with 215/60 R17 tires

 Interior Comfort & Tech

• Premium Cabin: Black leather-trimmed seats with red stitching and RS embossing, matching leather steering wheel and gear knob, injecting sportiness. 
• Advanced Infotainment: Features a 7″ interactive TFT meter and 8″ touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. 
• Passenger Comfort: Includes panoramic glass roof, rear AC vents, L-shaped air diffusion outlets, and Magic Seats (fold-flat seats for versatile cargo). 
• Convenience Features: Comes with wireless phone charging, paddle shifters for regenerative braking, electronic parking brake, and auto brake hold.

Also read: Honda Launches Civic Type R Ultimate Edition as a Special Farewell in Europe

Hybrid Powertrain & Performance

• Engine & Motors: Atkinson-cycle 1.5 L DOHC i‑VTEC petrol engine + two electric motors via e‑CVT (e:HEV system). 
• Combined Output:
  • Electric motor: 131 PS, 253 Nm
  • Petrol engine: 106 PS, 127 Nm 
• Triple Drive Modes: Sport, Normal, and Econ 
• Emission Standard: Meets Euro 4 requirement 

Dimensions & Chassis

• Length × Width × Height: 4,385 mm × 1,790 mm × 1,590 mm
• Wheelbase: 2,610 mm 
• Curb Weight:
  • RS variant: ~1,404 kg
  • Standard e:HEV: ~1,370 kg 
• Ground Clearance: 196 mm 

Wheels & Suspension

• RS e:HEV variant: 18-inch alloy wheels with 225/50 R18 tires
• Other e:HEV trims: 17-inch alloys, 215/60 R17 tires 
• Front Suspension: MacPherson strut
• Rear Suspension: Torsion beam 

Safety & Assistance Features

• Honda Sensing Suite (RS e:HEV):
  • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keeping Assist, Collision Mitigation Braking (CMBS), Road Departure Mitigation 
• Other safety tech: LaneWatch camera, Hill Start/Descent Control, ISOFIX mounts, ABS, EBD, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), Emergency Stop Signal 

Also read: Honda HR-V Modulo Edition Showcased at IIMS 2025

Comfort & Technology Highlights

• Flat cabin floor made possible by e:HEV platform
• Deceleration paddles, e‑parking brake, auto brake hold 
• LED headlights, 7″–8″ touchscreen infotainment, rear AC vents, and Honda CONNECT