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Honda’s new “Freed” fully remodeled model will be released soon. When will it be released? The current model was released on September 16, 2016, and is the first model change in about 8 years.This time, we will introduce the features, specifications, prices, etc.

Honda’s new “Freed” full model change release date?

• Officially announced on May 9, 2024
• Reservations start from late May 2024
• Released on June 27, 2024

Honda is expected to carry out a full model change of the new Freed, which will be announced on May 9, 2024 and released on June 27, 2024. Reservations are due in late May, so those who are considering purchasing should start making preparations.

Honda new “Freed” full model change price grade forecast

• Be careful with 7-seater specifications

The only grade configurations are “AIR” and “AIR EX” for 6-person specifications, and “CROSSTAR” for 5-person specifications. The 7-passenger version is 2WD only, and you can choose between “AIR” and “AIR EX.” Be careful with the 7-seater specification.

type	engine	transmission	Drive system	Crew capacity	Price (10%)
e:HEV AIR	1.5L DOHC i-VTEC + 2 motor hybrid (e:HEV)	Electric continuously variable transmission	2WD	6 people	-circle
			4WD	6 people	-circle
			2WD	7 people	-circle
e:HEV AIR EX			2WD	6 people	-circle
			4WD	6 people	-circle
			2WD	7 people	-circle
e:HEV CROSSTAR			2WD	Five people	-circle
			4WD	Five people	-circle
			2WD	6 people	-circle
AIR	1.5L direct injection VTEC engine	Continuously variable speed automatic (with torque converter)	2WD	6 people	-circle
			4WD	6 people	-circle
			2WD	7 people	-circle
AIR EX			2WD	6 people	-circle
			4WD	7 people	-circle
			2WD	6 people	-circle
CROSSTAR			2WD	Five people	-circle
			4WD	Five people	-circle
			2WD	6 people	-circle

• Discount information for the new Freed
• New model “Freed” delivery date information 

About Honda’s new “Freed” full model change exterior

• Honda’s latest exterior design has been changed to create a design similar to the current Step Wagon.
• The overall length and height are slightly longer than the previous model. 5 number size will be maintained.
• The lineup includes the regular model “Freed AIR” and the active style “CROSSTAR,” which differ in exterior design.

Honda’s latest exterior design has been changed to create a design similar to the current Step Wagon.

The exterior design is based on the same concept, and the front face has been changed, making it clear that the design is similar to the current Stepwagon . The overall length and height have been extended to further expand interior space and improve usability. If you look at the spy shots, you can see that the shape of the third row rear window has changed and is now larger. In other words, there is no doubt that the total length has increased. 5 number size is maintained.

The lineup includes the regular model “Freed AIR” and the active style “CROSSTAR”, with differences in exterior design.

The lineup includes the regular model ” Freed AIR” and the active style “CROSSTAR.” In particular, “CROSSTAR” is said to be more outdoor and crossover-oriented than its predecessor.

10 body colors available

• platinum white pearl
• crystal black pearl
• premium crystal garnet metallic
• Fjord Mist Pearl (“AIR” and “AIR EX” only)
• twilight mist black pearl
• Luna Silver Metallic (“AIR” and “AIR EX” only)
• sonic gray pearl
• meteoroid gray pearl
• sea ​​bet blue pearl
• Desert beige pearl (“CROSSTAR” only)

About Honda’s new “Freed” full model change interior

• Adopts a “center tank layout” based on Honda’s unique M・M philosophy
• Equipped with the long-awaited “electric parking brake” and “auto brake hold”
• The 6-seater model is equipped with a rear air conditioner for the rear seats.
• Equipped with “Up to 11.4-inch Honda CONNECT Honda Display” Honda CONNECT

Adopts a “center tank layout” based on Honda’s unique M・M philosophy

• By adopting a center tank layout, the seats in the second and third rows can be arranged freely.
• Like the previous model, it uses a double fall-down mechanism that flips up the rear seats forward and tilts the backrest forward.
• Like the previous model, the six-seater model allows walk-through access from the first to third rows.

The front pillar has a different cross-sectional structure than before, and a structure that directs the load to the body in the event of a collision has been adopted. The front A-pillar is so thin that it feels a little strange, but it certainly doesn’t obstruct visibility when turning right or left. It follows the “center tank layout” from the previous model, which is based on Honda’s unique M/M philosophy. There is ample space for the first to third rows, ensuring a comfortable interior space for adults to sit comfortably. Additionally, the 6-seater model features a walk-through second-row “captain’s seat,” and a “long slide seat” that allows the captain’s seat to slide up to 360 mm, increasing the space in the second row and allowing for a comfortable ride. . This is the first time that rear ventilation has been adopted for the rear seats.

Equipped with the long-awaited “electric parking brake”, “auto brake hold” and “rear ventilation”

The interior’s front seats feature a new generation of “ body stabilizing seats, ” which were newly developed with an eye toward installation in high-end sedans.The seat structure provides a soft seating experience that reduces fatigue even on long drives. Equipped with the “Electric Parking Brake” and “Auto Brake Hold” functions, the vehicle will remain stopped even if you take your foot off the brake pedal while stopped, and will be released when you press the accelerator, making it useful in traffic jams . By adopting a ” telescopic & tilt steering mechanism “, it is possible to drive in the best position for both large and small vehicles. The “ Parking Brake System ” uses four sensors placed on the rear bumper to detect obstacles behind and alert you with sound and display. The rear seats feature “rear ventilation.”

Equipped with “11.4-inch Honda CONNECT Honda Display” Honda CONNECT

The center display uses either the 11.4-inch Honda CONNECT Display or the 9-inch Honda CONNECT Display . Both are compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In addition, it is equipped with the in-vehicle communication module ” Honda CONNECT ” exclusively for Honda vehicles , and allows the use of “Honda Total Care Premium.” This allows remote operation using a smartphone, and in the event of an emergency, the car automatically connects to an emergency support center, allowing for trouble support that provides quick and accurate responses. Furthermore, it is also equipped with an “automatic map update service”. The Honda Digital Key , which uses a smartphone as a key , and the Honda App Center have also been adopted. In addition, you can purchase data communication capacity onboard the car and enjoy “ in-car Wi-Fi ” by connecting to the internet .

Honda’s new “Freed” full model change Advanced driving support system installed as standard on all models

• Added short-range collision mitigation braking
• Added traffic jam assist
• Added blind spot information

Honda SENSING has evolved even further than before and is now standard on all vehicles. This is the first Honda vehicle to feature a new front wide-view camera and eight front and rear sonar sensors. Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) helps avoid collisions with pedestrians and cyclists day and night. Furthermore, ACC with traffic congestion tracking function has been adopted, and “Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” has evolved. Additionally, new features have been added, such as a false rear start prevention function and automatic high beams, and improvements have been made to short-range collision mitigation braking, traffic jam assist, blind spot information, and more. These features are considered the most important factors when switching from the previous model.

1. Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) : Operates to avoid collisions with vehicles in front, pedestrians, or cross-country bicycles.
2. Road departure prevention function : Assists the vehicle in keeping the vehicle in its lane.
3. LKAS (Lane Keeping Assist System) : Assists with steering operations to keep the vehicle within its lane.
4. ACC with traffic congestion tracking function : Reduces the burden of driving during congested traffic while maintaining the following distance.
5. Sign recognition function : Recognizes signs and supports safe driving.
6. Erroneous start prevention function : Prevents sudden starts and alerts you.
7. Leading vehicle start notification function : Notifies you that the preceding vehicle has started when the vehicle is stopped.
8. Erroneous rear start prevention function : Prevents sudden start when reversing.
9. Auto high beam : Detects oncoming vehicles or vehicles in front and automatically switches between high and low beams.

system equipment	Old Freed	New model Freed
CMBS	◯ (daytime pedestrian)	◯ (Day/night pedestrian bicycle)
Erroneous start suppression function	◯	◯
Pedestrian accident reduction steering	◯	◯
Road departure prevention function	◯	◯
ACC	◯	◯ (with traffic congestion tracking function)
LKAS	◯	◯
Leading vehicle start notification function	◯	◯
Sign recognition function	◯	◯
Erroneous rear start suppression function	◯	◯
Near collision mitigation braking	–	◯
Traffic jam assist (traffic jam driving support function)	–	◯
Sudden acceleration control function	–	◯
Blind spot information	–	◯
Backward issue support	–	◯
automatic high beam	–	◯

It’s a little disappointing that this Freed uses “Honda SENSING” instead of “Honda SENSING 360” that was introduced in Japan with the Accord.

About Honda’s new “Freed” full model change specifications

• Equipped with Honda’s long-awaited 2-motor hybrid system “e:HEV”.
• Although the body size remains the same as the 5-number size, the overall length has increased, resulting in more interior space than the previous generation.

The previous model’s “SPORT HYBRID i-DCD” inline 4-cylinder 1.5L Atkinson DOHC i-VTEC + motor is finally equipped with Honda’s two-motor hybrid system ” e:HEV “. It is now installed in a wide range of car models, including the Fit, Vezel, Stepwagon , Accord, Odyssey, and Civic. Finally, it will be installed on the Freed with a full model change .

spec	New model Freed	New model Freed
full length	4,310mm	4,310mm
full width	1,695mm	1,695mm
Total height	1.710mm (2WD) 1,735mm (4WD)	1.710mm (2WD) 1,735mm (4WD)
Wheelbase	2,760mm	2,760mm
engine	1.5L direct injection DOHC i-VTEC engine	1.5L i-VTEC engine + motor (e:HEV)
Maximum output	131ps/ 6,600rpm	72kW (98ps) / 5,600-6,400rpm
Maximum torque	15.8kgm/ 4,600rpm	127Nm (13.0kgfm) / 4,500-5,000rpm
Motor maximum output	–	80kW (109PS) / 3,500-8,000rpm
motor maximum torque	–	253Nm (25.8kgfm) / 0-3,000rpm
transmission	CVT	Electric continuously variable transmission
Drive system	2WD(FF)/ 4WD	2WD(FF)/ 4WD
Riding capacity	Five people	Five people
WLTC mode fuel consumption	15.6km/L (4WD) 17.0km/L (2WD)	24.4km/L (2WD) 21.0km/L (4WD)

About Freed’s rival models

The rival model is Toyota’s “Sienta”. Sienta will undergo a full model change in advance on August 23, 2022 , and further improvements are scheduled for May 9, 2024 .

There is a considerable difference in performance compared to the old and current model “Freed”. However, the major difference between the “Freed” and “Sienta” is that the 6-seater model Freed features walk-through second-row “captain seats.” This cannot be imitated by the Sienta, so we have adopted a 5- or 7-seater version.

A word about Honda’s new “Freed” full model change

For Honda, the Freed has now become an important model that can increase sales. The previous model was also in the top of the minivan sales ranking, but with a full model change and even more advanced equipment, it is expected that it will be welcomed by many users. In particular, the “electric parking brake” and “auto brake hold” are extremely important and will become indispensable equipment for many users. “Blind spot monitors” are also used in many current car models, and their equipment and design are just like the charm of a small Step Wagon. I am very much looking forward to the future development of “Freed” as this full model change will differentiate it from other companies .