Price Of Honda Brio Gen 1 Rp. 80 Million, Take A Peek At The Advantages And Disadvantages

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JAKARTA - Honda Brio is an important part of Honda's sales, especially during this COVID-19 pandemic. Since 2020, sales of the Honda Brio have skyrocketed and made it Honda's best-selling car in the past few months. But it's not just the new car, the used Honda Brio is still the prima donna in the Indonesian used car market.

Honda Brio was first introduced in Indonesia in 2011, and this car has had two generations in Indonesia. Currently, the used Brio gen 1 is still an option considering that this car can be obtained at a more affordable price. Moreover, there are already two choices of models that can be obtained, namely the pre-facelift model and the facelift version which was released in 2016.

Advantages of Brio gen 1

The popularity of the Honda Brio is of course part of all the advantages and disadvantages offered by this car. Still curious about what is given when driving with Brio? Here are some advantages that can be felt.

1. Stylish exterior

Given that the Honda Brio is positioned as an urban car and targets the youth market, it is no wonder that Honda offers a stylish appearance. The exterior is made charming by presenting a design that is still popular today. Although it is undeniable that design is a matter of taste.

Don't like the outside of this car? There are many workshops that provide changes in the form of bodykits and modifications offered on this car. Given its popularity that is still maintained, spare parts and components of this car modification can provide convenience to change the face of the car based on the wishes of the owner.

2. Spacious cabin space

Although Brio has compact dimensions as a city car, Brio has an interior that feels spacious. This is due to the arrangement of seats in the cabin which can be said to be relieved. Makes legroom and headroom for rear passengers feel spacious, even for adult passengers.

3. Efficient fuel consumption

Not a few who want to propose to this car because they know how fuel efficiency the Honda Brio is compared to other cars in its segment. This is because the Brio has adopted the PGM-FI technology which has become Honda's mainstay in Indonesia. This system can increase efficiency along the way.

Various reports also state that the fuel consumption rate of the Brio gen 1 is capable of reaching 20 km/l. A very good number considering this car is outdated in terms of technology compared to today's new cars. Its compact body is also one of the reasons Brio is able to provide high efficiency.

4. Handling precision

Honda is known for providing a pleasant driving feel behind the wheel. Driving with Brio brings a fun to drive ride. Moreover, with a compact car body and a relatively small turning radius, Brio is very good when it comes to driving on dynamic roads.

The ride is also smoother for the Honda Brio facelift which was launched in 2016. There is a CVT transmission on offer, which supports a more efficient ride, but is also easier when you have to drive on urban roads with stop-and-go conditions.

Disadvantages of Brio gen 1

Of the many advantages offered by this car, there are still some shortcomings of the Honda Brio that should be considered when buying the cheapest Honda car. Here are some of them.

1. Prices are still high

High popularity in Indonesia can be a double-edged sword. For car owners, Brio has a stable selling price so it will be profitable to resell this car. But for people who want to buy a used Honda Brio, the price is higher compared to other cars in its segment.

If many hatchback cars in the same year have experienced significant price reductions, the same is not true for the Honda Brio. In fact, it is very rare to see a used Honda Brio price below Rp. 50 million. Except maybe a modified car or a dead tax car.

2. Narrow luggage

In contrast to the acceptable seat arrangement, the luggage capacity is only enough to provide space to simply make room for everyday items. And if you want more space, other cars such as MPV or SUV can be a better alternative for your needs.

3. The interior looks cheap

Being in the hatchback segment in the low-cost car market, has an impact on the choice of material quality given to the Honda Brio. Even today, Honda Brio Satya as the lowest type of Brio in Indonesia often gets complaints of hard plastic material which is still widely used in the interior of the car. Starting from the dashboard, door trim, to the rear trunk.

The choice of this material, of course, is not without reason. The low price makes the cost of production must be reduced in such a way. This problem also makes the cabin space tightness not so good, although it is better when compared to cheaper city cars, such as the Daihatsu Ayla and Suzuki Karimun Wagon.

4. Mediocre features

In line with the cheap impression on this car, the availability of sophisticated features can be of more concern. The safety system and entertainment features still feel standard. There is only a 2DIN head unit that can play MP3, CD, and radio. So it takes more budget for owners who want to replace or modify the audio system to make driving more enjoyable.

Price Honda Brio gen 1

Honda Brio is Honda's cheapest car in Indonesia. So of course the price of a used Brio car is very affordable compared to other Honda cars. For example, the price of a used Honda Brio, the first generation of 2012 output, can now be obtained with prices starting from only Rp. 80 million.

While other models have a tag of under Rp. 100 million. For example, for the 2016 facelift edition Brio, you can get prices starting from Rp. 100 million. The price is quite affordable, especially when compared to the price of the Honda Brio 2022, which starts from Rp. 156 million.

But another thing to note is the condition of the car. For cars with almost 10 years of age, of course there are components that should be replaced because they are worn out or worn by age. So it is worth considering when you want to buy the first generation Brio from 2012 or 2013.

As for the Brio facelift that is still five years old and over, don't forget to pay attention to the history of periodic maintenance. Likewise, observing the interior and exterior of the car to avoid buying a used car from a flood or accident. As much as possible do a test and test drive to find out if there are hidden problems with the car.

In addition, be sure to find out about car price information so you don't be fooled into buying a cheap car outside the market price. Visit Otomurah to get various information about used cars as well as tips and tricks about trusted car care in Indonesia.