Honda announces key models for 2018 Paris Motor Show

Honda announces key models for 2018 Paris Motor Show

The Japanese brand will be displaying the new CR-V Hybrid, the upgraded HR-V and a celebration of the manufacturer’s motorsport history.

Ahead of its appearance at the 2018 Paris Motor Show, Honda has confirmed which of its models will be on show at the biennial event.

The new CR-V Hybrid, updated HR-V and a Civic Type R art car will be the main road-going attractions, while the manufacturer will also be celebrating its motorsport history with its current race cars.

2019 Honda CR-V Hybrid

On revealing the Paris line-up, Honda also confirmed the economy and emission figures for the CR-V Hybrid, which is the brand’s first hybrid SUV to go on sale in Europe.

Fitted with a 182bhp petrol-electric powertrain, the front-wheel drive model is quoted to achieve 53.3mpg and emit 120g/km, while the all-wheel drive variant has figures of 51.4mpg and 126g/km CO2.

Paris will host the full production version’s debut and will be displayed alongside the petrol and new seven-seater alternative.

2018 Honda HR-V

Honda will also be showing off the 2019 HR-V, which includes a refreshed exterior design, additional tech and an updated interior finish, and a one-off Civic Type R that has been given a manga-inspired full-body wrap.

For the brand’s motorsport section, Honda will be showing this year’s Toro Rosso Formula 1 car and the NSX GT3, which takes part in endurance races around the world.