Honda Mobilio
{{Short description|Automobile manufactured by Honda}}
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{{Infobox automobile
| name = Honda Mobilio
| image = Honda Mobilio.jpg
| caption = 2014 Honda Mobilio E (DD4, Indonesia)
| manufacturer = Honda
| production = {{unbulleted list
| December 2001 – May 2008 (GB1/2)
}}
| class = Mini MPV
}}
The {{nihongo|Honda Mobilio|ホンダ・モビリオ|Honda Mobirio|lead=yes}} is a seven-seat mini MPV produced by the Japanese automaker Honda. The first-generation Mobilio that was produced from 2001 to 2008 and sold exclusively in Japan. It was the second model in Honda's "Small Max" series and also took Honda's Global Small Platform and their i-DSI engine. In May 2008, the Freed was introduced, replacing the first-generation model. The second-generation Mobilio, which is based on the Brio, was introduced in September 2013 and went on sale in January 2014 for several emerging markets.
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{{anchor|GB|GB1|GB2|2001|first}} First generation (GB1/2; 2001)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = First generation
| image = Honda Mobilio 2001.JPG
| caption = 2001–2004 Mobilio (pre-facelift, Japan)
| production = December 2001 – May 2008
| assembly = Japan: Suzuka, Mie
| body_style = 5-door minivan
| layout = {{unbulleted list
| Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
| Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
}}
| related = Honda Fit (first generation)
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Petrol:
}}
| powerout = {{unbulleted list
| {{convert|66|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (L15A2 i-DSI)
| {{convert|81|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (L15A1 VTEC)
}}
| transmission = CVT
| wheelbase = {{convert|2740|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4055|–|4070|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1685|–|1690|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{unbulleted list
| {{convert|1705|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (FWD)
| {{convert|1725|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (4WD)
| {{convert|1730|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} (Mobilio Spike)
}}
| weight = {{convert|1270|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| predecessor = Honda Capa
| successor = Honda Freed
| platform = Honda Global Small Platform
| model_code = GB1/2
}}
The first-generation Mobilio was released on 21 December 2001.{{Cite web|title=Honda Global {{!}} December 21, 2001 Honda Releases the new Mobilio --- A New Style of Compact Minivan|url=https://global.honda/newsroom/news/2001/4011221-mobilio-eng.html|access-date=2021-07-22|website=global.honda|language=en}} It is a 1.5-litre compact MPV that was designed with recreational activities in mind. The Mobilio, according to Honda, attained the highest fuel rating in the 7-passenger vehicle class, at {{convert|17.2|km/L|abbr=on}}. It was discontinued in May 2008 following the release of the Freed.
The Mobilio featured a spacious cargo area that was {{convert|6.09|ft|m|2|abbr=on|order=flip}} deep and {{convert|3.6|ft|m|2|abbr=on|order=flip}} tall and could be configured in 5 modes; utility mode, long mode, twin mode, refresh mode and adjustment mode. Along with the flexible cargo configurations, there are two sliding doors, one on each side. Interior tailgate storage hooks can hold about {{convert|11|lb|kg|1|abbr=on|order=flip}}.
The Mobilio incorporates Honda's G-CON (G-force Control) technology, for enhanced crash safety. The vehicle body is designed to offer protection to occupants in a 55 km/h full-frontal collision, a 64 km/h front offset collision, 55 km/h side collision and a 50 km/h rear collision. Honda has implemented its own vehicle-to-vehicle collision testing program: 50% frontal offset collision with a 2-ton class vehicle while both vehicles traveling at 50 km/h, to help improve safety in real-world collisions. In order to enhance recyclability, almost all interior injection-molded parts are made of olefin resin. Together with other measures, it results in an overall vehicle recyclability of over 90%.{{cite web|title=Honda Releases the new Mobilio --- A New Style of Compact Minivan (21 Dec 2001)|url=http://world.honda.com/news/2001/4011221-mobilio-eng.html|publisher=Honda|access-date=5 February 2018}}
The 1.5 L VTEC engine is designed for both power and fuel economy. The Japanese Ministry of Transport recognized the Mobilio as an "excellent low emissions" vehicle. Also featured in the Mobilio is the Honda Multimatic S (CVT). It is Honda's new generation of CVT with 7-speed mode that offers three driving modes: CVT, 7-speed automatic shift mode and 7-speed manual shift mode. Four-wheel drive is also available.
File:Honda Mobilio 2001 Rear.JPG|2001–2004 Mobilio (pre-facelift, Japan)
File:2004-2008 Honda Mobilio.jpg|2004–2008 Mobilio (facelift, Japan)
File:Honda Mobilio 002.JPG|2004–2008 Mobilio (facelift, Japan)
= Mobilio Spike =
The Mobilio Spike was released in Japan on 19 September 2002.{{cite web|date=2002-09-18|title=Honda Releases the "Mobilio Spike" - A New 1.5L Compact Multi-wagon|url=http://world.honda.com/news/2002/4020918.html|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110604150749/http://world.honda.com/news/2002/4020918.html|archive-date=2011-06-04|work=News Release|publisher=Honda Motor Co., Ltd.}} Differences from the regular Mobilio include the C-pillar being twice as wide and an overall boxier design. It received a facelift in 2005.
File:Honda Mobilio Spike 2002.jpg|2002 Mobilio Spike (pre-facelift)
File:2004-2005 Honda Mobilio Spike.jpg|2004–2005 Mobilio Spike (pre-facelift)
File:2004-2005 Honda Mobilio Spike rear.jpg|2004–2005 Mobilio Spike (pre-facelift)
File:Honda Mobilio Spike 2005.JPG|2005 Mobilio Spike (facelift)
File:2005-2008 Honda Mobilio Spike rear.jpg|2005 Mobilio Spike (facelift)
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{{anchor|DD4|DD5|2014|second}} Second generation (DD4/5; 2014)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Second generation
| image = 2016 Honda Mobilio E (Indonesia) front view.jpg
| caption = 2016 Mobilio E (DD4; pre-facelift, Indonesia)
| production = January 2014 – June 2024
| assembly = {{unbulleted list
| Thailand: Ayutthaya
| India: Greater Noida (Honda Cars India; until 2017)
}}
| body_style = 5-door MPV
| layout = Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
| platform = Honda Global Small Car{{Cite web|url=https://otomotif.kompas.com/read/2021/09/22/082200115/pakai-platform-baru-honda-br-v-bakal-punya-varian-hybrid-|title=Pakai Platform Baru, Honda BR-V Bakal Punya Varian Hybrid?|date=22 September 2021}}
| related = {{unbulleted list
| Honda Amaze (first generation)
| Honda BR-V (first generation)
}}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Petrol:
| Diesel:
| 1.5 L N15A1 turbo i-DTEC I4-(DD5)
}}
| powerout = {{unbulleted list
| {{convert|87|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (petrol)
| {{convert|73.5|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (diesel)
}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| 5-speed manual
| CVT
}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2650|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|4386|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1683|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1603|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{unbulleted list
| {{convert|1131|–|1160|kg|lb|abbr=on}} (manual){{Cite web|url=https://www.cardekho.com/honda/honda-mobilio-specifications.htm|title=Honda Mobilio specifications (Indian market)|website=www.cardekho.com}}
| {{convert|1170|–|1178|kg|lb|abbr=on}} (CVT)
| {{convert|1214|–|1254|kg|lb|abbr=on}} (diesel)
}}
| designer = Keisuke Asai and Akihiko Ohhashi{{Cite patent|title=Automobile, toy replica and/or other replicas|country=US|number=D719487|pubdate=2014-12-1|assign1=Honda Motor Co. Ltd.|inventor1-last=Asai|inventor1-first=Keisuke|inventor2-last=Ohhashi|inventor2-first=Akihiko}}
| model_code = DD4/5
}}
The Mobilio nameplate was revived as an MPV model based on the Brio platform, designed mainly for the Indonesian market. Developed by Honda R&D Asia Pacific,{{Cite web|title=Mobilio|url=https://honda-rd.asia/work-history/mobilio/|access-date=2021-09-23|website=Honda R&D Asia Pacific Co., Ltd.|language=en-US}}{{Cite web|title=Honda Cars India launches mid-size stylish 7-seater MPV Honda Mobilio|url=https://m.hondacarindia.com/media/press-releases/honda-cars-india-launches-mid-size-stylish-7-seater-mpv-honda-mobilio|access-date=2021-09-23|website=Honda Cars India Press Releases}} it was first unveiled as a prototype model at the 21st Indonesia International Motor Show on 19 September 2013. Production of the Mobilio began on 15 January 2014 at Honda Prospect Motor's Karawang plant and sales began on 25 January 2014 in Indonesia. Trim levels offered were S, E, E Prestige and RS (since June 2014) with either a 5-speed manual or a CVT (E, E Prestige and RS only) transmission. The second generation Mobilio is powered by either the 1.5 L L15Z1 i-VTEC petrol engine or the 1.5 L N15A1 i-DTEC diesel engine for Indian market.{{cite web |url=http://www.thejakartaglobe.com/features/mobilio-aims-to-make-a-splash/ |title=Mobilio Aims to Make a Splash |author=Heru Andriyanto |date=14 March 2014}} In the same year, the Mobilio won the Car of the Year Otomotif Award 2014 in Indonesia.{{cite web |url=http://jabar.tribunnews.com/2014/03/27/honda-mobilio-sabet-mobil-terbaik-tahun-ini |title=Honda Mobilio Sabet Mobil Terbaik Tahun Ini |date=27 March 2014}}{{cite web |url=http://www.iotomotif.com/honda-mobilio-raih-otomotif-award-mobil-terbaik-2014/22083 |title=Honda Mobilio, Raih Otomotif Award Mobil Terbaik 2014 |date=29 March 2014 |access-date=24 April 2014 |archive-date=24 April 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140424210611/http://www.iotomotif.com/honda-mobilio-raih-otomotif-award-mobil-terbaik-2014/22083 |url-status=dead }}{{cite web |url=https://www.bersosial.com/topic/7609/wow-honda-mobilio-dapat-penghargaan-sebagai-car-year-2014 |title=Honda Mobilio Raih Penghargaaan Car of the Year 2014 |date=31 March 2014}}
File:2016 Honda Mobilio E (rear).jpg
The Mobilio was also introduced into the Indian market in July 2014.{{cite web|last1=Punia|first1=Bunny|title=Honda Mobilio launched, priced from Rs 6.49 lakh for petrol & Rs 7.89 lakh for diesel models|url=http://www.gaadi.com/news/honda-mobilio-launched-priced-from-rs-6-49-lakh-for-petrol-rs-7-89-lakh-for-diesel-models-9910|website=Gaadi.com|access-date=4 August 2014}} In 2014, the Indian Mobilio contains over 90% local parts.{{Cite news|url=https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/shedding-niche-image-honda-starts-work-on-small-car-and-compact-suv/articleshow/39260445.cms|title=Shedding niche image, Honda starts work on small car and compact SUV|first=Ketan|last=Thakkar|newspaper=The Economic Times|date=30 July 2014 }} It was discontinued in July 2017 due to poor sales.{{Cite web|url=https://auto.ndtv.com/news/honda-mobilio-discontinued-in-india-1720736|title = Honda Mobilio Discontinued in India}} It was also introduced in Thailand in September 2014{{cite web|last1=Tan|first1=Danny|title=Honda Mobilio MPV launched in Thailand, from RM60k|url=https://paultan.org/2014/09/18/honda-mobilio-mpv-launched-thailand-rm60k/|website=PaulTan|date=18 September 2014|access-date=5 February 2018}} and South Africa in October 2014.{{cite web|title=Honda's new little big guy - the Mobilio|url=http://motoring.iafrica.com/newmodels/964953.html|publisher=Wheels24|access-date=16 October 2014|archive-date=17 June 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180617173422/http://motoring.iafrica.com/newmodels/964953.html|url-status=dead}}
The Mobilio was launched in the Philippines on 28 April 2015. All Philippine-spec Mobilios were imported from the Ayutthaya plant in Thailand.{{cite web|url=https://www.carguide.ph/2015/04/upping-game-honda-launches-mobilio-for.html|title=UPDATED: Upping the Game: Honda Launches Mobilio for Philippines (w/ Specs)|work=CarGuide.PH|date=28 April 2015|access-date=5 June 2021}} It was discontinued in June 2021 due to declining sales.{{cite web|url=https://www.carguide.ph/2021/06/honda-cars-ph-discontinues-mobilio.html|title=Honda Cars PH Discontinues Mobilio|work=CarGuide.PH|date=17 June 2021}}
On 19 January 2016, the Mobilio received a minor change in Indonesia, which introduced an updated dashboard design carried from the BR-V.
The S trim is the base model, only available with 5-speed manual. The S does not have a rear wiper, foglights, side indicators, double blower air-conditioning, nor security system. The door handles are unpainted and it has {{convert|15|in|adj=on}} steel wheels.{{Cite web|last=GridOto.com|title=Perbedaan Honda Mobilio Tipe S MT, E MT, E CVT dan Prestige Keluaran Awal - GridOto.com|url=https://otoseken.gridoto.com/read/342607126/perbedaan-honda-mobilio-tipe-s-mt-e-mt-e-cvt-dan-prestige-keluaran-awal|access-date=2021-06-06|website=otoseken.gridoto.com|language=id}} After the facelift, the Mobilio S received some additional equipment such as the double blower air conditioning system as well as alloy wheels. The mid-range E trim of the Mobilio has {{convert|15|in|adj=on}} alloy wheels, security system, body colour painted door handles and side mirrors that comes with indicators, and double-blower air conditioning. The Mobilio E was offered either with 5-speed manual or CVT transmission, although ABS and EBD was only available for the E-CVT models until the facelift. The Prestige trim was short-lived since it was only offered from the January 2014 launch and was replaced by the Mobilio RS in June 2014. The Prestige has chrome decorations on its fog light borders, side mouldings, license plate holder, and muffler tip. The alloy wheel design was unique to the model. The Mobilio Prestige has a Kenwood {{convert|6.1|in|adj=on}} touchscreen head unit with a reversing camera view function. Throughout production, all Mobilios has front ventilated disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
File:2016 Honda Mobilio 1.5 RS DD4 (190307).jpg
On 19 June 2014, Honda Prospect Motor Indonesia released the sportier variant, the Mobilio RS. The RS trim came with a sporty bodykit, projector headlamps with daytime running lamps, sporty {{convert|15|in|adj=on}} alloy wheels, silver roof garnish, full black interior, silver matte door handle, speed sensing door lock, higher quality audio, and double door insulation to reduce noise in the cabin. It was offered with new colours, with Carnelian Red Pearl and Modern Steel Metallic replacing Polished Metal Metallic. Either a 5-speed manual or a CVT transmission are offered.
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= Powertrain =
Petrol Mobilios are powered by the 1.5 litre 16-valve single-overhead camshaft L15Z1 unit, equipped with electronic fuel injection and i-VTEC. It has a 10.3:1 compression ratio and can run on 91 RON fuel.{{Cite web|last=GridOto.com|title=MPV World 2016: Honda Mobilio Best Engine OTOMOTIF Award 2015 Harus Ikutan Dong - GridOto.com|url=https://otomotifnet.gridoto.com/read/231127406/mpv-world-2016-honda-mobilio-best-engine-otomotif-award-2015-harus-ikutan-dong|access-date=2021-06-04|website=otomotifnet.gridoto.com|language=id}} The power and torque output is rated at {{cvt|118|PS|kW|0}} at 6,600 rpm and {{cvt|145|Nm|lbft|0}} at 4,600 rpm.{{Cite web|last=Honda Indonesia|title=Honda Mobilio E-Brochure|url=https://www.honda-indonesia.com/brochures/mobilio/17/thanks}} The Mobilio receives either a 5-speed manual transmission or a CVT transmission.
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= Facelift =
On 12 January 2017, the Mobilio received a facelift, featuring redesigned front fascia and an addition of thin chrome bars on the trunk. ABS and EBD became standard on all trims.
The facelifted Mobilio is available in Thailand from May 2017 and the Philippines from July 2017.{{cite news |last1=Leu |first1=Richard |title=2017 Honda Mobilio facelift: Thai pricing and specs |url=https://www.bangkokpost.com/auto/1246514/2017-honda-mobilio-facelift-thai-pricing-and-specs |access-date=14 September 2019 |work=Bangkok Post |date=9 May 2017}}{{cite news |last1=Pabustan |first1=Dan |title=Honda PH launches refreshed Mobilio |url=https://www.autodeal.com.ph/articles/car-news-philippines/honda-ph-launches-refreshed-mobilio-2087 |access-date=14 September 2019 |date=18 July 2017}}{{cite news |title=Honda PH launches redesigned Mobilio |url=https://motioncars.inquirer.net/50620/honda-ph-launches-redesigned-mobilio |access-date=14 September 2019 |work=motioncars.inquirer.net |date=18 July 2017 |language=en}}
During the 26th Indonesia International Motor Show on 19 April 2018, the Mobilio E Special Edition (CVT only) was released with a unique front grille, redesigned two-tone alloy wheels, exhaust pipe finisher, an {{convert|8|in|adj=on}} floating touchscreen display head unit, and an armrest console.
On 21 February 2019, the Indonesian market Mobilio received another update, featuring projector headlights with LED daytime running lamps exclusive to the E and RS trims. The RS trim receives the same {{convert|15|in|adj=on}}, two-tone alloy wheels that are optional on the N-Box Custom kei car,{{cite web |title=Honda N-BOX 公式情報ページ |url=https://www.honda.co.jp/Nbox/webcatalog/type/type/ |website=Honda公式ホームページ |access-date=14 September 2019 |language=ja}}{{Cite web|title=Ubahan Baru di Honda Mobilio RS Ternyata Diambil Dari Mobil-mobil Ini - GridOto.com|url=https://www.gridoto.com/read/221647938/ubahan-baru-di-honda-mobilio-rs-ternyata-diambil-dari-mobil-mobil-ini|last=GridOto.com|website=www.gridoto.com|language=id|access-date=2020-05-31}} while the E trim received the wheels previously used on the facelifted RS trim. The S trim received the same front grille and wheels as the Mobilio E Special Edition. The {{convert|6.2|in|adj=on}} resistive touchscreen display head unit is now standard in both S and E trims. The RS trim received a shark fin antenna, smoked tail lamps, orange accent trims on the dashboard, red stitching on the seats, redesigned meter cluster with RS logo, and an {{convert|8|in|adj=on}} capacitive touchscreen display head unit.
In April 2022 for the Indonesian market, the E and RS trims were removed from the lineup, leaving only the S trim mainly for fleet markets.{{cite news |editor=Stanly Ravel |date=2022-04-08 |title=Bukan Disuntik Mati, Ini Alasan Honda Hanya Pasarkan 1 Varian Mobilio |trans-title=It's not a lethal injection, this is the reason Honda only sells 1 Mobilio variant |url=https://otomotif.kompas.com/read/2022/04/08/091200715/bukan-disuntik-mati-ini-alasan-honda-hanya-pasarkan-1-varian-mobilio |website=Kompas.com |language=id |publisher=Kompas Cyber Media |access-date=2022-04-10}} The trim's front grille and wheels were reverted to the previous design from the 2017 facelift model.
The second-generation Mobilio stopped production in Indonesia in June 2024 due to shifting demands to vehicles with higher ground clearance, such as the BR-V.
File:2018 Honda Mobilio 1.5 E DD4 (190316).jpg|2018 Mobilio E (DD4; facelift, Indonesia)
File:2017 Honda Mobilio E 1.5 DD4 (20201109) 02.jpg|2017 Mobilio E (DD4; facelift, Indonesia)
File:2018 Honda Mobilio 1.5 RS wagon (DD4; 12-09-2018), South Tangerang.jpg|2018 Mobilio RS (DD4; facelift, Indonesia)
File:2019 Honda Mobilio 1.5 S (front), Pacet, Mojokerto.jpg|2019 Mobilio S (DD4; facelift, Indonesia)
File:2019 Honda Mobilio RS CVT (front).jpg|2019 Mobilio RS (DD4; facelift, Indonesia)
File:2019 Honda Mobilio RS CVT (rear).jpg|2019 Mobilio RS (DD4; facelift, Indonesia)
File:2019 Honda Mobilio E 1.5 DD4 interior (20190722).jpg|2019 Mobilio E interior (facelift, Indonesia)
= Safety =
The Mobilio for India with no airbags and no ABS received 0 stars for adult occupants and 1 star for toddlers from Global NCAP in 2016.{{cite web|url=https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fb4ea8933ae6c208c3dac41/t/605e0701d0a6ae1dbe857010/1616774914305/Honda-Mobilio-NO-Airbags.pdf |title=Honda Mobilio - No Airbags|website=Honda|access-date=9 June 2023}}
The Mobilio for India with 2 airbags and no ABS received 3 stars for adult occupants and 2 stars for toddlers from Global NCAP in 2016 (similar to Latin NCAP 2013).{{cite web|url=https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fb4ea8933ae6c208c3dac41/t/605e075c4dff0d078da1f0dc/1616775008232/Honda-Mobilio-2-Airbags.pdf |title=Honda Mobilio - 2 Airbags|website=Honda|access-date=9 June 2023}}
Sales
At the end of August 2014 year to date, Honda sold 110,457 units and increased by 78 percent from last year of the same period, the Mobilio made a debut with 59,377 sales units or about 54 percent of all Honda sales.{{Cite web|title=Honda Mobilio Dongkrak Penjualan HPM|url=https://otomotif.bisnis.com/read/20140904/46/255210/honda-mobilio-dongkrak-penjualan-hpm|website=Bisnis.com|date=4 September 2014|trans-title=Honda Mobilio jacked HPM sales|access-date=2020-05-31}} The Mobilio became Honda's top seller in Indonesia for 2016.{{cite news|last1=Maulia|first1=Erwida|date=8 February 2017|title=Honda muscles into No. 2 spot among automakers in Indonesia|work=Nikkei Asian Review|url=https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Trends/Honda-muscles-into-No.-2-spot-among-automakers-in-Indonesia|access-date=5 February 2018}}
| class="wikitable" |
| Year
! Thailand ! Philippines |
|---|
| 2014
| | 22,896 |
| 2015
| 2,543 | 14,474 |
| 2016
| 3,988 | 3,355 |
| 2017
| 3,009 | 63 |
| 2018
| 2,190 | |
| 2019
| |
| 2020
| | |
| 2021
| | |
| 2022
| | 1,200 | | |
| 2023
| |1,442 | | |
| 2024
| |421 | | |
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