TOKYO, May, 2008 - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced they will begin selling a new compact minivan, named after his release in Japan in May 2008. This new model fuses an easy to use and a wide cabin with stylish design. Special Version of mobility aids released by lifting the side up and released the passenger lift up seat, also go on sale May 30, 2008 release, while the model is wheelchair stock will be sold in June 2008.
Developed under the concept of "freedom to create the perfect lifestyle, which includes the original Honda releases a low floor and low center of gravity-of-technology in order to achieve compact size makes it easy to maneuver in streets and spacious cabin allows adults to sit comfortably in the third row. Honda developed this vehicle to create a mini-van comfortable and easy to use for every passenger and that offers new value by enabling customers to fully and freely use these vehicles in activities that meet the lifestyle individual from commuting trip for leisure time.
Three different versions are proposed: the first seven cars in its class * 1 displays the captain chairs in the second row, the first eight cars in its class * 1, and five types of passengers that offers a great best in its class * 1 cargo space. In addition, first class vehicle registrations Honda models accessible wheelchair is available in more than the version with raised side-up and lift-up seat passenger seat. With the addition of these mobility aids models, Honda's position that the vehicle was released to meet the differing needs of different customers.
Creating spaces of freedom - Choose the best room for every lifestyle
· A pact with the cabin space that allows adults to sit comfortably in all three lines
• The flat on the floor, newly designed from the frame, maximizes usable space from end to end
The only step · low and flat on the floor, the porticos distribution provideease access for children and seniors
Creating spaces of freedom - Choose the best room for every lifestyle
· Seven, eight and five-passenger seating configurations to meet various needs of lifestyle
· Spacious, bright and achieve a sense of liberation from the two-layer board design tools
· Cargo space accommodate large leisure and shopping
• Mobility Aids Three versions share the freedom and fun of mobility
Style and performance create freedom - smart design and driving performance for everyday use
· Dynamic and stylish form creates eye-catching urban look
· Compact, easy to body movements and field of vision very good services of a driver with confidence
Performance · powerful and gentle at the same time that fuel economy high
By creating a multi-purpose passenger trips more comfortable and increase the pleasure of driving, Honda has adopted a low floor and low center of gravity technology as the basic technology minivan. With the addition of release, Honda is further enhancing the low floor, low center-of-gravity minivan range.
Note: The name Vehicles "liberated" was coined from the word "freedom". As the name "Honda continued with the limited thinking entirely bound by conventional thinking or standard practices" as well as the combined meaning of "free" and "make" (per share).
Main features of the Freed
Packaging
· A vast interior and three rows of seats provide comfortable seating for up to eight adults.
· Compact Dimensions: 4215 mm L × W × 1695 mm 1715 mm H (FF vehicles) or 1720 mm H for vehicles equipped Skyroof.
· Compact fuel tank and ingenious floor structure under result in a low, flat floor.
Hip-· single point layout that rises from front to rear passengers provides a feeling of space.
· September characteristics of changes in passenger captain seats second row and a walk-through layout that allows passengers to access any row from any door without having to manipulate the device to adjust the seat .
· One step, low, flat floor set with the second-row floor height of 390 mm * 2 (standard FF vehicles) provides easy access for children and seniors.
· Sliding rear doors on both sides of the vehicle reaches a large (600 mm) door opening for entry and exit easy even in tight spaces. Also available with power variations of each sliding door that opens and closes easily for comfort.
· Since the 2740 mm wheelbase and compact mechanical devices, has been released, while the interior offers a minimum radius of just under 5.2 meters.
Utility
• The release came seven, eight and five passenger configuration.
Seven passengers:
- Captain's chairs in the second row so that passengers are treated to same comfort they have if they were in front. Walk-distribution allows passengers to access any row from any door without having to manipulate the device to adjust the seat.
Eight passengers:
- A seat 60:40 split fall in the second row creates a bench seat that can comfortably accommodate three adults and makes the Freed minivan only in the 1.5-liter class to offer eight passenger capacity.
Five passengers:
- Welcoming five passengers in two rows with a large cargo space, thanks to patterns of low-floor flat.
Features · 50:50 of the third row split seats that can easily be switched to provide additional space for cargo.
• The release has enough space to store easily a 27-inch bicycle without removing tires or handlebars.
· Wipeable plastic mat not easy to attract pet hair or other debris are also available.
Interior styling
· Layer-panel highlights the design bright and spacious interior design.
Areas of feet above the steering wheel to increase the visibility and minimizes eye movement.
Features · released relaxed and comfortable seats not usually found in the compact class of vehicles.
· Tilt and telescopic steering wheel provides optimal driving position.
· With its front pillars designed to maximize visibility, side window frames come down as they move forward and oversized quarter panel, Freed offers confidence-building, unobstructed vision.
Exterior styling
· A wedge-shaped fairing mell into the rectangular cabin section to create the triangle distinctive square shape, which includes the concepts of thrilling dynamic performance and a spacious interior.
· Front view is characterized by the curvature of the hood and fine chromium rich network size, giving the vehicle a strong sense of presence. Combined with the angle of the elongated shape of the headlights, was carved convey the impression forces.
· Viewed from the side lines of characters that sweep back and relaxed surfaces of the side windows convey movement, while the body panels of the statue surface gives viewers the impression that the car could find themselves in a Sprint at any time.
· From the back, wings protruding fuse with the rich body of curvature of the panel, stressing the center of gravity of the vehicle low and gives a sense of stability.
• The finely sculpted three-lens rear combination lamps, creating an impression of depth.
· Additions night premium Blue Pearl body color brings the number of color combinations available for seven years.
Powertrain
• The 1.5-liter i-VTEC engine offers a complete range of power and fuel efficiency of 16.4 km per liter. (Results for front-wheel drive vehicle in 10-15 mode during fuel efficiency testing by Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport andTourism.)
• The torque converter and continuously variable transmission provide powerful, smooth acceleration and exciting however, performance at ease in various driving conditions.
Structure
· Optimal balance between the rigidity of the bodywork front and rear as well as strengthening local connecting members has resulted in dynamic stiffness is larger. Lightweight but extremely rigid is made using steel lightweight but strong high-voltage and large Cross-sectional areas of a structural element, which reduces the thickness of the material and provide great strength necessary to design an opening for the sliding door and rear door.
Quiet operation · idling and acceleration has been achieved by enhancing structural rigidity throughout the body and chassis, which reduces noise, producing vibrations inside the cabin. In addition, treatment noise-dampening/absorbing applied to key areas.
Chassis
· A MacPherson strut front offers Contact the company still sensitive to the road.
• At the rear, H-shaped suspension torsion beam provides stability and comfort.
· Honda's Electric Power Steering enables easy maneuverability around corners or when parking, while on the highway management is strong.
Safety Performance
· Honda Advanced Compatibility Engineering Body not only helps protect passengers, but also mitigates the damage caused by another car accident.
Pedestrians · mitigation technologies injury helps protect pedestrians from injury in a collision.
O To protect against head injuries during side collisions, side curtain airbags standard air bag system on some models and available to all.
· Honda Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system is a standard feature 4WD, Gi Aero and Flex I Aero models and available on all others. In addition, engine torque control and DBW throttle control allows precise control of the vehicle while driving.
• In addition to FIX child seat bars ISO, the anchor rope is in both left and right second-row seats as standard equipment.
Environmental performance
• The release has been certified by the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport andTourism that emission levels 75% lower than that required for the year 2005 standard.
All front-wheel-drive variations not exceeding published standards for fuel economy of Japan for 2010 by 25%. All 4-wheel drive variations not exceeding published standards for fuel economy of Japan for 2010 by 5%.
Special - needs vehicles
• The new edition features a spacious interior with a low floor and doors and a large tailgate openings, which makes it very suitable for people with special needs.
Wheelchair · Available in models that are accessible and lift side of the passenger seat and lift-seat models, released provides caregivers and those receiving large benefits. Acquitted of the special needs of vehicles produced in the same assembly line as the standard production vehicles, which ensures a stable supply.
Wheelchair - accessible model
• The issue of wheelchair accessible variation is lower than the standard output. It is equipped with easy-to-access pull-out aluminum wheelchair with a road surface Sure-Grip and the slope is only 11 °. Used in combination with a belt, wheelchair seat, caregivers feel safe and comfortable facilities that allow the entry and exit smoothly for wheelchair users.
Design · Second row captain helps provide passenger seat wheelchair with unobstructed view and helps caregivers easily keep track of all their passengers. There is also a specially designed seat belt 3 point ELR seat with independent chest and waist belts for the exclusive use of wheelchair passengers.
Lift - up Seat Model
· Full operation of the elevator passenger seat, including rotation and elevation, which can be done using a single switch the passenger seat. The president is the same quality and offers the same level as the standard of seating comfort. It also comes with a thin arms and a chair.
Side lift - up seat model
· Normal operation of the Lift-Up seat, including rotation and elevation, which can be done by a button on the left side second row seat. As for people lift up the seat, as comfortable chairs and the same quality as the standard seat. It also comes with back and an armchair. In addition, this model includes power sliding doors left as standard equipment.
Developed under the concept of "freedom to create the perfect lifestyle, which includes the original Honda releases a low floor and low center of gravity-of-technology in order to achieve compact size makes it easy to maneuver in streets and spacious cabin allows adults to sit comfortably in the third row. Honda developed this vehicle to create a mini-van comfortable and easy to use for every passenger and that offers new value by enabling customers to fully and freely use these vehicles in activities that meet the lifestyle individual from commuting trip for leisure time.
Three different versions are proposed: the first seven cars in its class * 1 displays the captain chairs in the second row, the first eight cars in its class * 1, and five types of passengers that offers a great best in its class * 1 cargo space. In addition, first class vehicle registrations Honda models accessible wheelchair is available in more than the version with raised side-up and lift-up seat passenger seat. With the addition of these mobility aids models, Honda's position that the vehicle was released to meet the differing needs of different customers.
Creating spaces of freedom - Choose the best room for every lifestyle
· A pact with the cabin space that allows adults to sit comfortably in all three lines
• The flat on the floor, newly designed from the frame, maximizes usable space from end to end
The only step · low and flat on the floor, the porticos distribution provideease access for children and seniors
Creating spaces of freedom - Choose the best room for every lifestyle
· Seven, eight and five-passenger seating configurations to meet various needs of lifestyle
· Spacious, bright and achieve a sense of liberation from the two-layer board design tools
· Cargo space accommodate large leisure and shopping
• Mobility Aids Three versions share the freedom and fun of mobility
Style and performance create freedom - smart design and driving performance for everyday use
· Dynamic and stylish form creates eye-catching urban look
· Compact, easy to body movements and field of vision very good services of a driver with confidence
Performance · powerful and gentle at the same time that fuel economy high
By creating a multi-purpose passenger trips more comfortable and increase the pleasure of driving, Honda has adopted a low floor and low center of gravity technology as the basic technology minivan. With the addition of release, Honda is further enhancing the low floor, low center-of-gravity minivan range.
Note: The name Vehicles "liberated" was coined from the word "freedom". As the name "Honda continued with the limited thinking entirely bound by conventional thinking or standard practices" as well as the combined meaning of "free" and "make" (per share).
Main features of the Freed
Packaging
· A vast interior and three rows of seats provide comfortable seating for up to eight adults.
· Compact Dimensions: 4215 mm L × W × 1695 mm 1715 mm H (FF vehicles) or 1720 mm H for vehicles equipped Skyroof.
· Compact fuel tank and ingenious floor structure under result in a low, flat floor.
Hip-· single point layout that rises from front to rear passengers provides a feeling of space.
· September characteristics of changes in passenger captain seats second row and a walk-through layout that allows passengers to access any row from any door without having to manipulate the device to adjust the seat .
· One step, low, flat floor set with the second-row floor height of 390 mm * 2 (standard FF vehicles) provides easy access for children and seniors.
· Sliding rear doors on both sides of the vehicle reaches a large (600 mm) door opening for entry and exit easy even in tight spaces. Also available with power variations of each sliding door that opens and closes easily for comfort.
· Since the 2740 mm wheelbase and compact mechanical devices, has been released, while the interior offers a minimum radius of just under 5.2 meters.
Utility
• The release came seven, eight and five passenger configuration.
Seven passengers:
- Captain's chairs in the second row so that passengers are treated to same comfort they have if they were in front. Walk-distribution allows passengers to access any row from any door without having to manipulate the device to adjust the seat.
Eight passengers:
- A seat 60:40 split fall in the second row creates a bench seat that can comfortably accommodate three adults and makes the Freed minivan only in the 1.5-liter class to offer eight passenger capacity.
Five passengers:
- Welcoming five passengers in two rows with a large cargo space, thanks to patterns of low-floor flat.
Features · 50:50 of the third row split seats that can easily be switched to provide additional space for cargo.
• The release has enough space to store easily a 27-inch bicycle without removing tires or handlebars.
· Wipeable plastic mat not easy to attract pet hair or other debris are also available.
Interior styling
· Layer-panel highlights the design bright and spacious interior design.
Areas of feet above the steering wheel to increase the visibility and minimizes eye movement.
Features · released relaxed and comfortable seats not usually found in the compact class of vehicles.
· Tilt and telescopic steering wheel provides optimal driving position.
· With its front pillars designed to maximize visibility, side window frames come down as they move forward and oversized quarter panel, Freed offers confidence-building, unobstructed vision.
Exterior styling
· A wedge-shaped fairing mell into the rectangular cabin section to create the triangle distinctive square shape, which includes the concepts of thrilling dynamic performance and a spacious interior.
· Front view is characterized by the curvature of the hood and fine chromium rich network size, giving the vehicle a strong sense of presence. Combined with the angle of the elongated shape of the headlights, was carved convey the impression forces.
· Viewed from the side lines of characters that sweep back and relaxed surfaces of the side windows convey movement, while the body panels of the statue surface gives viewers the impression that the car could find themselves in a Sprint at any time.
· From the back, wings protruding fuse with the rich body of curvature of the panel, stressing the center of gravity of the vehicle low and gives a sense of stability.
• The finely sculpted three-lens rear combination lamps, creating an impression of depth.
· Additions night premium Blue Pearl body color brings the number of color combinations available for seven years.
Powertrain
• The 1.5-liter i-VTEC engine offers a complete range of power and fuel efficiency of 16.4 km per liter. (Results for front-wheel drive vehicle in 10-15 mode during fuel efficiency testing by Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport andTourism.)
• The torque converter and continuously variable transmission provide powerful, smooth acceleration and exciting however, performance at ease in various driving conditions.
Structure
· Optimal balance between the rigidity of the bodywork front and rear as well as strengthening local connecting members has resulted in dynamic stiffness is larger. Lightweight but extremely rigid is made using steel lightweight but strong high-voltage and large Cross-sectional areas of a structural element, which reduces the thickness of the material and provide great strength necessary to design an opening for the sliding door and rear door.
Quiet operation · idling and acceleration has been achieved by enhancing structural rigidity throughout the body and chassis, which reduces noise, producing vibrations inside the cabin. In addition, treatment noise-dampening/absorbing applied to key areas.
Chassis
· A MacPherson strut front offers Contact the company still sensitive to the road.
• At the rear, H-shaped suspension torsion beam provides stability and comfort.
· Honda's Electric Power Steering enables easy maneuverability around corners or when parking, while on the highway management is strong.
Safety Performance
· Honda Advanced Compatibility Engineering Body not only helps protect passengers, but also mitigates the damage caused by another car accident.
Pedestrians · mitigation technologies injury helps protect pedestrians from injury in a collision.
O To protect against head injuries during side collisions, side curtain airbags standard air bag system on some models and available to all.
· Honda Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system is a standard feature 4WD, Gi Aero and Flex I Aero models and available on all others. In addition, engine torque control and DBW throttle control allows precise control of the vehicle while driving.
• In addition to FIX child seat bars ISO, the anchor rope is in both left and right second-row seats as standard equipment.
Environmental performance
• The release has been certified by the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport andTourism that emission levels 75% lower than that required for the year 2005 standard.
All front-wheel-drive variations not exceeding published standards for fuel economy of Japan for 2010 by 25%. All 4-wheel drive variations not exceeding published standards for fuel economy of Japan for 2010 by 5%.
Special - needs vehicles
• The new edition features a spacious interior with a low floor and doors and a large tailgate openings, which makes it very suitable for people with special needs.
Wheelchair · Available in models that are accessible and lift side of the passenger seat and lift-seat models, released provides caregivers and those receiving large benefits. Acquitted of the special needs of vehicles produced in the same assembly line as the standard production vehicles, which ensures a stable supply.
Wheelchair - accessible model
• The issue of wheelchair accessible variation is lower than the standard output. It is equipped with easy-to-access pull-out aluminum wheelchair with a road surface Sure-Grip and the slope is only 11 °. Used in combination with a belt, wheelchair seat, caregivers feel safe and comfortable facilities that allow the entry and exit smoothly for wheelchair users.
Design · Second row captain helps provide passenger seat wheelchair with unobstructed view and helps caregivers easily keep track of all their passengers. There is also a specially designed seat belt 3 point ELR seat with independent chest and waist belts for the exclusive use of wheelchair passengers.
Lift - up Seat Model
· Full operation of the elevator passenger seat, including rotation and elevation, which can be done using a single switch the passenger seat. The president is the same quality and offers the same level as the standard of seating comfort. It also comes with a thin arms and a chair.
Side lift - up seat model
· Normal operation of the Lift-Up seat, including rotation and elevation, which can be done by a button on the left side second row seat. As for people lift up the seat, as comfortable chairs and the same quality as the standard seat. It also comes with back and an armchair. In addition, this model includes power sliding doors left as standard equipment.
