The New Honda Odyssey Luxury and Budget
The assumption that the new model has undergone a refresher on the various parts, the price must go up, it does not apply to New Honda Odyssey, which recently launched Honda Prospect Motor (HPM), recently. Although it has enhanced the exterior, interior and new technologies so that now the figure becomes more modern, luxurious and sporty, the new Honda Odyssey turned out to be cheaper than the previous Rp 16.5 million. Why is that?
Apparently the cause is a duty that is now lower than before. Currently HPM New Honda Odyssey is priced at Rp 529 million, compared with the previous price reached USD 545.5 million. "It's true, New Honda Odyysey despite increased or facelift, but more affordable. This is due to the scheme of a trade agreement between Indonesia and Japan or the IJ-EPA (Indonesian-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement) that have be married, "said Jonfis Fandy, Director Marketing & aftersales service HPM.
Jonfis added, due to the agreement duties CBU cars imported from Japan engined 3,000 cc - 1,500 cc to Indonesia down from as high as 40% to 20% this year. The new policy is certainly very positive and will be more exciting premium cars in the national automotive market. "Consumers will benefit of course, because of its increase, but the price is lower," said Jonfis.
As for the changes in the latest fourth-generation model of the Honda Odyssey is an exclusive look at a new twist with a new design front grille and headlights that looked modern. In addition, foglamp, aero kit front bumper, side skirts and rear bumper designs adjusted to balance sporty impression he had. While LED stop lamp and chrome license garnish on the rear lights, the more complete the 7-passenger luxury MPV's.
Inside the cabin, new interior color dominance creates different aura in New Odyssey. Plus wood patterned panels, adding to the impression of luxury and characterize it as a premium car. In terms of technology, the new Honda Odyssey for the first time on the Honda models in Indonesia will implement technologies that serve to optimize fuel efficiency and performance, as well as more environmentally friendly driving.
The new system is a feature ECON Mode, smart technology that can change the driving system and maximizes fuel efficiency by up to 20%. With the activation of the ECON mode, the drive by wire system will adjust gradually, which will be followed by displacement of transmission and air conditioning settings. The second technology is the Eco-Assist, a color indicator on the speedometer will change color according to driving conditions. The indicator is green, if the driver achieve efficient driving style.
Features that already exist in the previous model is also available on New Odyssey. Call it a triple-Zone AC, 8-way power seat adjuster until the latest safety systems such as Motion Adaptive EPS + VSA, ABS, EBD + BA and pedestrian protection, keyless entry, anti-theft immobilizer system, security alarm and ultrasonic sensors. In the machine, still rely DOHC i-VTEC engine-powered 2.4-liter 180 hp with 218 Nm of torque 5-speed A / T, drive by wire, hold shift and grade logic control system.
PT. Honda Prospect Motor (HPM) during 2013 will launch five new models and a facelift. One of the five models was launched earlier this year, Honda Jazz facelift.
