Honda Vezel (Parallel Imported)

I love the new look + it's allot bigger + rear aircon +motorised tailgate ! then previous generation Vezel - still feel dark at the rear, and window doesn't go all the way down in the rear. - engine noise.... Read More

IMHO the other competing crossovers at this price range from Toyota, Mazda etc. Don't even come close to this new Honda Vezel in terms of overall design and features. I love the brand new external design - including the front grill design (which might not be for everyone) and the slightly more boxy, SUV-like shape as well as the rear tail-lights; Compared to the previous generation Vezel and its tryhard sporty design with exaggerated curves, this new one looks infinitely more premium and attractive. The most prominent interior change would be the new air-con design which has worked wonderfully well for me so far in channeling cold air to the rear passenger space. Fuel economy wise, the new Vezel appears to be performing beyond my expectations (as well as the specifications on paper. Based on my initial 500km of testing (around 70% Highway/expressway), I have been averaging around 16.5 - 18 km/L which is plenty impressive. Contrary to the assumptions by some of the posters in the new Vezel/HRV forum thread, the default soundproofing is done quite well and I can barely hear any road noise even while cruising at 90km/h. The only drawbacks I can think of at the moment are: 1) Slow acceleration (to be expected for a CAT A car) 2) Rear headroom isn't the best - I am 185cm tall and if I sit upright at the rear my head would be brushing against the roof. However, there is more than sufficient rear legroom for tall passengers like myself to sit in a more slouched position for better headroom clearance. 3) Elevated rear middle seat rendering this seat for children or dwarves (no offence)... Read More