Refreshing new Stream from Honda

The replacement to the old mini MPV has arrived for Honda. Based on the Civic platform, the all new Stream carries over its 7-seater configuration in a small package that has been a hit amongst Asian car purchasers. Overall height of the new Stream was kept to a new low of 1,545mm to present a low-slung look as well as to ensure the car fits into most mechanical parking lots that dots space-constrained Japan. As with the new Civic, the new Stream features a low-floor paltform that accomodates a flat floor area for passengers. According to Honda, this design has enabled a larger more spacious feel in its car as well as improved handling due to a lower centre of gravity.


The car will be powered with the option of a 1.8 litre i-VTEC engine or a 2.0 litre i-VTEC engine with CVT. A 5-speed automatic transmission will be standard equipments and Honda has also launched a sporty RSZ version to complement the range that includes 17-inch sports rims, a sports-tuned suspension, aerodynamic bodykits and black interior to accentuate a sporty image.


In the interior, metallic-finish rings around the cup holders and instrument clusters makes the car more contemporary and modern while blue ambient lighting will brighten up the interior at night. A walk-in slide mechanism in the second row seats help to ease entry for third row passengers. In addition, the second and third row seatbacks can be folded down to maximize luggage space. Overall the new car is set to focus on Honda's utilitarian concept.