2015 Honda HR-V: First Details On New Compact Crossover

Honda has announced the first official details of its new HR-V small crossover--previously known as the Vezel in overseas markets.

Based on the latest generation Honda Fit, the HR-V is set to rival cars like Nissan's Juke and MINI's Countryman in the compact crossover market.

Arriving this winter, the 2015 HR-V will be an entry point into Honda's crossover range, slotting below the CR-V in terms of both size and price.

Honda says the car will feature a versatile interior, sharing many innovations used in the Fit itself--such as Honda's Magic Seat system that allows various rear bench configurations and the ability to fold the seats completely flat for additional cargo space.

Previous interior images from the Japanese market show a neatly-designed cabin with a higher-quality appearance than Honda's previous small cars, and a sportier, driver-focused layout to the dashboard.

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A line of air vents and a large display screen dominate the dashboard--though it isn't clear which U.S. trim lines will offer the touchscreen system.