automotive observers had the opportunity to brief date with New Brio 1.2LA / T. Although the capacity is smaller than the predecessor Brio i - VTEC engine 1.3 liter , this model feels quite agile .
To note , New Brio reinforced engine SOHC i - VTEC 1.2 -liter 4- cylinder engine capable of blowing power 88 hp with a torque of 11.1 Kg.m. Current technology is also embedded in this car like Drive by Wire , Shift Hold Control and Grade Logic Control .
In an event titled Honda Brio and Media Limited Test Drive Challenge , the media crew was challenged to do a U - Turn Sliding . Provided a line of rectangular and each participant is required to park in the Brio in the box .
A leading rider also presented to demonstrate and guide the participants . He looks so easy when practicing Sliding U - Turn . Brio stern looks so lightly when asked to " shake " .
Turn automotive observers arrived . I was to the car and find a comfortable position . Despite the tiny size , Brio wheelhouse comfortable enough for me that has a height 175 cm weight 83 kg .
Moved the gear lever from position P ( parking ) to D ( drive ) . Stepped on the accelerator pedal and the car was sliding . Shortly reach the start line I try to use the hand brake in order to perform sliding . Because not used , it is quite difficult to do .
On the first occasion the position of the car I was driving failed to finish inside the box . It was because I was too quick on the hand brake .
On both occasions , I tried to be calm . Spewed early start to an important point in this action . Shortly into the box area , steering wheel and pull the handbrake followed . The car was parked perfectly in the box .
Investigate a investigate , easy Brio in doing sliding because the braking system has been adopted Anti - Lock Braking System ( ABS ) and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution ( EBD ) . This feature maneuver to keep stable.
