2023 Honda BR-V V Review, The Sensible Choice?

[@tinkernell]

i have this exact variant (and color!) and I must say, no regrets and I'm growing to love it even more the more we use it. I bought itnas a family car and I was willing to pay for the extra over the S variant because I don't really do much customization and prefer to use just the stock with some accessories so the upgrade in details made sense for me. The power and fuel efficiency is amazing. We've driven it in those steep bumpy side roads in tagaytay with full capacity (7 medium to heavy adults) and it was no problem. The size is perfect for both experienced and new drivers. Unpopular but I also love that it still has the traditional hand break over the electronic one. I was ok with not having honda sensing since my brother wasn't keen on using it and I'm a newbie driver so I prefer to get familiar with a more simple set-up. Lastly, it's a honda- reliable and has a high resale value in case you decide to let go of it in the future. The look of the car is also very neat and classy, it won't look dated even after many years. Ofcourse taste is subjective, but this one just ticks all the boxes. I'm no car enthusiast, this is the first car I've purchased and no buyer remorse at all. A very happy amd satisfied owner here!

[@ss-aalltt]

Thank you for the insight! I'm strongly considering this as my first car and your comment was super helpful.

[@tutuy-mm2be]

plan on getting this as my daily to work where its mostly (about 90%) highway driving. Will I reach 18 or more km/L with that?

[@colorfulbase]

Ask ko lang na experience nyo po ba nag alarm yung sa speed? How to off it po?

[@ogbanza]

Prang mpapabili ako nto week as my first car....

[@JeromeBongato]

My dream car

[@allanfrancisacido9171]

Went to pick brv V after watching this and happy owning this for more than 6months now. Matipid, sobrang gaan, napaka dali i maniobra and comfortable. My wife even prefers to drive this versus our sedan. 😅😅 thanks for this review autodeal. I trusted your reviews and now enjoys driving both cars.

[@farmgirl768]

Matipid ba sa gas?

[@secretheart4536]

​@@farmgirl768sobra.

[@knav5216]

@allanfrancisacido9171 magkano ave pms?

[@fullbass1426]

I’d have to go with jack regarding the rear end. It just feels like there is something missing back there. Comparing it to its brother the WR-V, that one actually looks better imo.

[@NR63917]

I love the back side of the BRV, it looks so clean and simple

[@1nonyx47]

Bought the S then had the leather seats and rear parking sensors installed elsewhere. Didn't cost me 150k definitely.

[@hops8377]

I also have the S variant. Tanong ko lang sir, naexperience mo na bang may tumutunog kapag ginalaw mo yung steering wheel kapag nakahinto? like a "tok" sound? not sure if i already have to bring it to the casa.

[@1nonyx47]

@@hops8377 wala naman yung sa akin so far sir. 1 month pa lang sa akin yung unit. Will observe din. Gaano na katagal unit mo sir?

[@hops8377]

@@1nonyx47 4 months po

[@roweljohncarloalindogan4326]

sir hindi void warranty pag nagpakabit ng parking sensor? and saan po kayo nagpakabit?

[@rowellmac]

Bought the S variant and been using it for about 2 months now. At the time I bought the car, I didn’t see the value to add much more money for the higher variants and so far I feel like I made the right choice. The car is great. Power is great for a car of its segment. But definitely you can feel the difference when the car’s loaded and when I am driving alone. I feel like the car while is a 7 seater, optimal for a family of 4-5 only. Fuel efficiency is great too. Apple carplay is pretty clunky at times, but generally is responsive. Only wish they made the apple carplay work wirelessly. Ground clearance is superb. I have a pretty high elevation garage but the car breezes through it. Exterior, I feel like the car’s decent on its own. Design is super simple, but for sure is an upgrade from its predecessor’s old look. All in all I think if you are looking to buy a car within this segment, just go and buy the S variant unless you’re really into the Honda sensing. The S variant is a bang for your buck.

[@ninjaaabunnny]

Definitely a 5 seater with a bigger cargo room. If city drive lang I guess okay Iang mag 7 person, pero for long drives mas comfortable na 4-5 lang + cargo

[@AntiJEVsInPH]

Honda sening is only VX variant

[@hops8377]

I also have the S variant. Tanong ko lang sir, naexperience mo na bang may tumutunog kapag ginalaw mo yung steering wheel kapag nakahinto? like a "tok" sound? not sure if i already have to bring it to the casa.

[@KaisiirFlynn]

@@hops8377 bring it to casa. Need icheck ung ilalim, same issues sa older model tok sounds while turning is a sign of cv boots issue

[@rowellmac]

@@hops8377 have not experienced this. Much better to have it checked sa casa siguro.

[@arpeeph]

I just bought a BRV V CVT last week. I'm extremely happy. Great MPV.

[@jbangz2023]

wow, good for you sir, how much is the cash? and the installment

[@arpeeph]

@@jbangz2023 40% down and about 17k a month.

[@angelitosanpedro2329]

It is classified in LTO registration as CSUV...not MPV.

[@PeterSkellencqb241]

"Perfectly in the middle". 😊👍🏽 Mismo! Not over garnished. The back is just perfect. Just like the way I love the hatch part of my Jazz GE. 😊

[@ragnarick1984]

Great job by Honda for addressing the previous BR-V's only issue which is an ugly side profile, new model looks great, however, I do agree with sir Jack, the rear looks kinda bland!

[@f3l1z4rd0]

As an Asian kid,we have a Honda BRV too! It’s nice to ride and can fit me,my cousins,and my grandmas and grandpas! It’s a nice car,trust me!

[@pauljoseph3081]

Looking forward for your comparo of 7 seaters of 2023 🎉

[@MiggyMndza]

This review is as precise as it could be. Love the bit where Caco emphasized that even with the BRV's "class-leading" power, it STILL would feel any added weight into the vehicle unlike some people would say otherwise due to its "highest HP and torque". As also observed when I got to drive one in the exact same variant, NVH levels weren't also noteworthy and so is comfort. Not to say it is a bad choice, far from it given that this is still a Honda and you can never go wrong with one especially with the balanced styling and sufficient interior space & tech, tho not as sensible as other subcompact MPVs. So really, just go straight to the S CVT variant if you really want the BRV given none of the higher variants are more refined nor comfortable unless you have almost 1.4M to go for the adaptive cruise control equipped VX.

[@AJNavales]

The car looks absolutely nice. I just really hate how the rear air vents look. They look like the same as our old early 2000s toyota Revo.

[@deiya4315]

Gusto ko talaga yung back ng brv. A small mpv for 7. I prefer this because of the size. Not too big just right for me lol.

[@bryant2806]

Caco has been complaining being in the driver seat of the new brv since that media drive to baguio. Something to take note of. Masyado mabait si Caco sa review kahit disappointing for that price ang naging impression nya. Honda is a Honda na lang siguro panlaban ng brv kung ganon which is madalas din na sagot ng owners pag tinanong bakt pipiliin ang brv over others in the same class.

[@helionnecode2064]

Bought the VX last year, no regrets. Can do uphill climbs of close to 35 degree incline confidently even when loaded with 7 heavy adults and a stop in the middle due to a passing dog. Can even give me the need for speed easily, just dont expect power to rival todays turbo diesel SUVs. Wish it has more cup holders and the built in charging port in the second and third row, oh and a spoiler too would be nice

[@cjvaans4484]

While some are complaining about the back, the car looks better than the previous model.

[@pinoyboyusa3340]

6.54, oxtually or actually??? Anyway, as always your reviews are the best in the Philippines!!! The humor you and your crew adds just elevates your channel to a whole new level!!!

[@edwin_ac]

I hope you'll have a comparo between this BRV V variant, with the Honda HRV non-turbo variant.

[@SEEKenDESTROY]

How i wish, the outgoing 1.6L iDTEC diesel engine of CR-V should be an option for the BR-V. Even if it's spec out as a 2WD variant and with a price tag of 1.5million.. That is a VERY SENSIBLE OPTION, Sir Caco💪😎

[@Tak_09]

I Bought the S Variant, for 150k less than the V its the more sensible choice. If only the VX does have low speed follow with its cruise control and 360 degree camera that would be the best.

[@vicobaloba1011]

how many airbags sir?

[@fogsht8884]

4 airbags, s and v variant. 6 airbags for vx if im not mistaken

[@paulcachuela2989]

Loving our V variant, this review helped us make that "sensible choice"

[@Uncle_Drew0227]

Awesome review as always. Waiting for your review on the Brio RS.

[@jeraldvincentzumel5300]

Was torn betweem this and the Xpander GLS. Ended up getting the BRV S. One reason: exterior. On KZbin, at least for me, the Xpander looks sporty and all and the BRV looks boring. But up close and personal, my goodness I fell in love with the BRV taffeta white. Sobrang gara sa personal.

[@realityhurts8360]

xpander kotse ng mga walang taste na bandwagon mas pogi pa rush e

[@angelitosanpedro2329]

Sa registration ng LTO, the Honda BRV is classified as CSUV....hindi po siya MPV.

[@PercivalFaundo]

love the reviews, just the way i like and the fun :), appreciate the effort

[@wonskrad7240]

Caco gawa naman kayo compilation ng most comfortable and quietest vehicles :D heheh

[@carloisidoresalcedo6325]

Jack was right. The rear is tupperwary just like the old crv. A soft crease or some kind of depression wouldve added some flair to it.

[@levinjay3376]

I got the S Variant and deym its soo good! Highway 19-23km/L City 8-13km/L

[@MrBeastKorea]

I'm waiting for the HRV-S review to see if it really holds up to its fuel efficiency claims

[@ednel143]

The back has similarities to the Volkswagen Tiguan which is simple and elegant

[@geoffh784]

Sorry... Jack is right, the back is too simple. It's out of sync with the styling of the rest of the car and even a simple chrome strip (which would be 'in style' with the front) would help. Failing that... I'd invest in some after market chrome tail light surrounds.

[@Jan-xf8sk]

Honda probably used City's tail lights for the BRV. Probably a way to save money further than redesigning newer tail lights.

[@automachinehead]

honda is selling a chrome rear garnish separately

[@philipagustin592]

It's a great deal for the class over all the other MPVs and SUVs reviewed

[@alanhanselnarvaez6169]

can you do comparison of Toyota Corolla Cross 1.8G CVT against Honda HRV S CVT

[@kareninangelo4155]

I sir, I got the S variant, na notice ko din yung ingay ng tire, though yun naman comment ng iba bago kuhanin si BR-V, nasabi nyo din kaya mag lessen yung noise kapag magpalit ng tire., Tanong ko sana kung anong exact Tire, model, specs para talaga ma lessen yung ingay. Yun lang yung problema ko talaga dito kay BR-V 2023 . Thank you in advance.

[@MelvinMallari-o6q]

I’ve seen this model here in Atlanta, GA but he’s from Canada. This is 7 seater? Just like a cry with 3 rows of seats. I’m Filipino American but I still gonna pick my Honda Pilot over this.

[@OuiAsk]

Hello everyone! I hope you come across my comment. I'm looking to purchase a car 2-3 months from now. My choices are the CS55 plus hype/stargazer/CS35plus luxe/Geely coolray and now I have considered the BRV. Which would you guys recommend me buying. I family of 3, always traversing the ever so infamous bumpy/clunky/flooding McArthur stretch from snfdo to bulacan.

[@Rhiyehermano]

Honda BRV! Family of 3 din here. Sulit na sulit samin ang space and not to mention the comfort!

[@samanthadecastro7554]

Why did you not review the CRV 6th gen?

[@jasonknowledge8824]

I just saw one in America! Wow what a treat!

[@iamglennmar]

You are right. I actually like the minimalist of the car.

[@ragnarlothbrok4876]

best looking mpv in its class

[@siklistademakina]

your first review of the 2023 Honda BR-V caused me to buy one :)

[@misacbanglay2076]

What i like to brv is yung good looking nya, and the price

[@dp4719]

I knew it when I hear the speeding part "Roooll the cliiippp!!!" 😂

[@turtle6700]

Which video was that?

[@AzerielKai]

Ye what video?

[@lancealcantara1439]

IKK DUDEE HAHAHAHAHA

[@jeremiahkurtortiguerra981]

​@@turtle6700BMW X5. If i remember it right

[@joshcastillo141]

Gets him every time 😂😂😂😂😂

[@temujin0911]

this car will age nicely, won't feel out of place 5 to 10 years from now... i just feel the 1.5 to be underpowered for a 7-seater...

[@cherryannflorento2786]

does it have an electric parking brake and auto hold? Which variant?

[@leviathan9159]

ito pinagpilian namin, VX or V, pero dahil sa P95K price difference we choose V.. para sakin hindi ko nman kailangan lahat ng features ng honda sensing.

[@josejrcelzo1756]

I prefer 12v socket than USB port

[@corolla9545]

agree, because you want flexibility using the 12v socket

[@josejrcelzo1756]

@@corolla9545 yeah, good luck drawing huge amount of current in that USB😅

[@ronch550]

This is Honda's answer to those Chinese crossovers and those who think the CR-V is getting too expensive. It's boring as f and it looks like it's from 10 years ago to be honest, but i guess you trade features and brightwork for Honda reliability. I think this is good for school service duties for your kids.

[@villy416]

I like all your car reviews.. but who is Jack? 😜

[@rynzco]

Pwede kaya lagyan ng 18-inch wheel to? Para medyo angat?

[@sgtdroid]

At the same price of 1.3m, would the ford territory titanium be a more sensible choice?

[@fizafaraz3282]

Awesome inshaAllah one day i have this car Aameen

[@neimore1028]

Only difference between the S and V variant is the leather seats am I right?

[@iamhueyjohn]

Please do a New Generation Ford Territory Titanium vs Titanium X please

[@Dbk00000]

Caco's been hitting the gym lately 😂😂😂 0:03

[@Le_Mon9]

A few years ago we can get a Fortuner or a Montero for 1.3M. Now we get... This class. A 1.5L engine vehicle.

[@fanutsky]

a manual gear montero & fortuner? its already 2023 my fryend why wuold you drive an MT mpv on edsa?

[@zachareezuniga3741]

Agree, even in the sedan segment, in the year 2000s, you can buy in cash a corolla lovelife GLI for a lot less than a price of a base model toyota vios of today. Inflation really took a toll on all products

[@Le_Mon9]

@@fanutsky I did say "a few years ago". I don't know how you missed that. And that 1.3M price of a few years ago was already for the automatic variant.

[@fanutsky]

@@Le_Mon9 hindi ko yata maalala na 1.3M lang ang montero AT a few yrs ago? Avanza ba ito ser?

[@Le_Mon9]

@@fanutsky you don't know the difference between avanza and montero? You might have alzheimer's already if you don't remember. Either way, your memory loss isn't my problem but to be sure, maybe you need to get checked out.

[@kennethbarredo3753]

Comparison between brv vs rush vs expander please

[@auoie_YT]

Comparo of brv and avanza please!!

[@rainrain2497]

I'm gonna get this, soon!

[@vampere00]

Rear portion lacks character lines kaya "parang may kulang"

[@rick2049]

Caco is the best!!! Both serious and humorous!!! 👍👍👍💯💯💯

[@xxnhjxx]

The trunk space reminds me of the 2023 Sequoia .

[@Kenytnyt]

I'd get it if it has more flare or it looks boring outside.

[@RHill40]

Wish they had those in the US.

[@DenNis-sr5dh]

I Love the 45Degree knee, and a 90degree for both legs. hahaha,, very nice review sir, very informative no hidden (not bias). thank you and more power.

[@alwayssomewhere74]

Yeah, and I think Jack is right. The angle of the bend is more like 90 degrees, perhaps somewhere around 80 degrees.😅😅

[@skywrathking8317]

way better than expander

[@aaronjshw3299]

Hi I love your show, I am in the market on buying a new car, But my brother keeps on insisting that we should get a brv..Would you recommend this car for me If I am Larger then Jack...I am a 6ft ex body builder so I am kinda wide and, like I said ex so now I have a belly. Iam in sort almost 400 pounds. I am for sure will be the one driving for I am the only one confident in driving in the Phillippines. pls id like your recommendation..the your size it doesnt look like i would fit into this car

[@aaronjshw3299]

I tried getting into a BRV with the front seat all the way back and down and steering wheel up and forcing myself into the car my butt was stuck in between the steering wheel and the mid pillar...dealers had to help me get out so embarressing...not made for big people American Size

[@rexvsionph]

Caco is putting in some muscles now. 💪💪💪🔥

[@markezradangpalanegipto7016]

hmmm seems like sir caco is working out i can see those biceps flexed

[@fullthrottlecade9778]

i-aattract q na 2.. Thank you Lord in advance! 1 day mapapasaken ka din BR-V!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@carloantoniotubil2722]

Hi, Sir Caco! Weird request. Can you rate the following based on their respective drive handling and suspension? Disregard the number of seats. Thanks in advance! Honda City RS Honda HR-V S Honda BR-V VX

[@jackson_235]

For me, the Best Color for Honda BRV, a Silver Metallic ....

[@tabibinyuha]

I love the clean back side design. I am not a fan of garnish etc.

[@jomarmabalot4879]

Ok ba to guys? 1.5 NA or much better pa din diesel? 2.8 diesel turbo innova?

[@Jarrettfan]

A soft crease on the back would make it less tupperwary

[@rowardaustria7884]

the S cvt is more than enough in my opinion

[@calebaizen6260]

ilan airbags nito?

[@sumit100ify]

I wish honda launches this car in india....they r struggling in india...this car could change the game in indian market

[@valpayumo4085]

pls review haima x7 2023

[@malcherstudio1130]

With the price of Mid Variant BRV. I can get an Xpander or Stargazer with more premium interior looking design and other features as well. Hopefully magkaroon ng comparo this year ng MPV. It's been a while na din yung huling comparo nila eh😅 @Autodeal 🙏

[@AntiJEVsInPH]

Stargazer full of safety features called HSS. Xpander no safety features

[@DrKen03]

Underpower both xpander and stargazer. Nagtest drive ako ng mvp cars before ako mgpurchase ng honda brv. Ganda sana ng xpander but too slow for me cannot overtake. sa fuel efficiency mas laman padin si brv. Just saying.

[@AntiJEVsInPH]

@@DrKen03 japanese C-MPVs masikip sa upuan at espasyo

[@DrKen03]

@@AntiJEVsInPH i bought honda brv vx variant. Going to batangas from Alabang with 8 passenger. Panay sila 5'7" above at matataba pa sila. Ok naman sila kasya and masaya naman. Take note 8 sila and kaya ko padin magovertake. Di gaya sa rush ko. Underpower. In terms of safety features ASEAN NCAP. Bago ako bumili yan muna nacheck ko Stargazer overall 66.48 and brv overall got 77.02 so mas kampante ako sa brv compare sa stargazer. As a doctor mas gusto ko safety and performance compare sa esthetics and underpower para sa safety ng family ko. Check mo nalng ASEAN NCAP para makita mo crush test nila.

[@troy5568]

That "more premium-looking" interior of the other MPVs are exactly as you've said it: limited to "just by the looks." In reality, going inside, the BR-V is actually even more premium-feeling than a Veloz or Xpander or Stargazer. We know it because we own one. And sure enough, the "premium-ness" amplifies further as you drive the vehicle, wherein the BR-V is by far the best in its class in terms of engine performance, both power and speed, and as well as its very light steering feel that wouldn't make you anything tired at all even for long drives. I have driven my uncle's 2019 Xpander, which is essentially nothing different inside from the 2023 Xpander, and by driving for almost 12 hours straight, going from Makati to Infanta Quezon back and forth, my body felt achy as we went home and relax. The suspension is also disappointing as well, because we could literally feel the deep bumps on the road when driving the Xpander, unlike our BR-V VX that absorbs them very effectively. I've also driven our BR-V for quite a while already, and my body never felt anything tired or ached as I've experienced with my uncle's Xpander. Now that goes to show the difference between the two in terms of comfort. You know, it is easy to be fooled by the idea that a car is cheap-looking inside by just looking at the pictures, and as I was looking at the pics of the interior of our BR-V, I could certainly say that those pictures don't do justice to the vehicle itself, which is totally very premium-feeling in person. Granted, I've also already tried going inside a Toyota Veloz, which is considered to be a more premium-looking car in its interior than the BR-V, but in reality, it didn't really feel that way at all. Not in the bad way that the Veloz is cheap-feeling, rather, it is the fact that those who are saying that the BR-V looks cheap inside are definitely those that have never really seen or even tried going inside one in person. Of course, design is still subjective, but just to negate other people's negative feedback about the BR-V's interior, our family is having a lot of fun and is very comfortable in riding our vehicle, contrary to whatever other people are trying to say that it is uncomfortable and cheap inside.

[@PtotheZfajardo]

2023's BR-V's exteriors look like the MU-X first gen to me.

[@Cammyyyyyy]

Comparo with Veloz and Xpander please

[@smirkinggoku5435]

This is prolly the best Honda car you can buy right now, given the stocks for the HR-V & Civic is almost zero to none and this is readily available in every dealership. It shows what Honda is prioritizing, eh? 😂

[@aubreybondoc]

I am willing to wait for HR-V coz the back of BR-V is a little off for me.

[@KuchingKingVideoGamer]

HCPI stopped ordering too many units of the Civic

[@smirkinggoku5435]

@@aubreybondocgood luck bud. and that bidding scheme by dealerships is real. Got outbid by someone who added ₱100K on top of the SRP for the HR-V V and they offered me an S instead. In the end, just went with the Civic RS PWP. Way over my budget but I ain’t downgrading to an HR-V S. hehe

[@smirkinggoku5435]

@@KuchingKingVideoGamerhy? they are out of stock as well esp. the RS variant. Have to wait for a month to get mine. Just got mine this month.

[@ibapa888]

If the units are out of stock wouldnt that also translate to a shortage of parts for service? Pls share service experience + or -

[@babyrage1763]

lol, that speeding scene 🤣🤣

[@wiignacio7096]

Can you compare BRV and Veloz

[@wilsonjaysison2662]

This or suzuki xl7 or avanza or ertiga?

[@johnfletcherduenas1751]

Jack is right.. that rear end is as vanilla as vanilla can be

[@emyt1670]

Just bought the V variant, bakit ganon kahit naka off ung light switch naka open padin yung ilaw sa head ng kotse. I think parking lights tawag don. I drove kase a toyota vios and kapag off yung switch wala talagang ilaw.

[@troy5568]

It's Daytime Running Lights (DRL) po ata iyon, and naka-configure na talagang laging naka-bukas yun kasi it's for safety purposes na mas madaling makikita ng iba yung vehicle even in broad daylight. Pwede lang siya ma-off kapag naka-parking gear yung sasakyan at i-toggle off yung switch, pero once na mag-shift gear ka, it will turn on once again.

[@emyt1670]

@@troy5568 kahit naka toggle off yung switch sir at naka parking gear may ilaw padin.

[@roderickgopez8985]

​@@troy5568yes same din ng mga ngayon DRL din

[@rumvodkawhiskey]

I don't know if it's a valid enough reason but I'm leaning towards this over the xpander mainly because I feel a cvt would be more economical vs a 4 speed automatic. Also the xpander exterior is ugly as hell despite having a much better interior layout in terms of space and storage compared the honda.

[@theh0lybible]

Why does the camera spend so long zoomed in on your face? We want to see the car in reviews....just have the talking as a voice over...the car should be the focal point.

[@fernandomdelacruz]

pwede po b for car fun? like a camping car not the fun that you have in mind

[@michaelFranciscus150]

Lol!

[@salesexecutive4HondaCavite]

Vx has lane watch, paddle shifter, honda sensing (cmbs,lkas,ahb), gloss grill bumper and airbags curtain.

[@paulcachuela2989]

Totally agree, no regrets in purchasing one, I just can't turn off speed sensing alarm when it gets to 80kph, pls help me out.

[@josephmaninang7141]

What variant? You can turn it off in your steering

[@ldslao]

You are much right than anyone behind the camera otherwise change place with him. Im no afraid of a 6 ft guy. 🤫

[@patpunzalan11]

the review was great but im really interested in the video caco was apprehended for speeding. any body know what is the source of that video? or that is just a snippet they use to tease caco everysingle time 🤣

[@ojouniisama5401]

Honda is such a great brand but their models just look so basic imo. Only the city and civic do I find aesthetically pleasing among their cars. Their other models like brv, crv, hrv looks like 3 different sizes of the same car. But regardless of their looks in every other aspect honda is the best out there. Their such a great car manufacturer I just hope they get a bit more creative with their designs like mitsubishi and hyundai.

[@5-minutevideos_gaming]

Between Honda BR-V 2023 and Mitsubishi Xpander 2023 - which one will be the good choice?

[@shinyumi761]

Are sure 7"infotainment it looks 10" to me😂🎉😊❤

[@markronnelnivera2699]

I still choose stargazer 😊.

[@emmanuelrema2736]

Who cares? 😅😅😅