Verdict
C
MPV · Japan · 2004-2010
Honda FR-V
Honda FR-V — spec data and generation history.
Years
2004-2010
Generations
1
Segment
MPV
Honda's curiosity — a six-seat compact MPV with a 3+3 seating layout (three across, two rows) instead of the more common 5+2. Sold 2004 to 2010, sharing engines with the Civic and Accord of the era: 1.7/1.8/2.0 i-VTEC petrols and the 2.2 i-CTDi diesel. Clever, practical, and almost no one bought one. Discontinued without replacement and now seriously cheap if you can find a clean one.
Generations
Click any generation for the full deep dive
2004-2010
Mk1
→
2.2 i-CTDi — 138 bhp, 0-62 in 9.7s.
Verdict
C
BHP
138
0–60
9.7 s
Top
122 mph
MPG
47.0 mpg
Used
£600-£3,500
- + 3+3 layout genuinely clever
- + Honda mechanical reliability
- − Body roll and slow to drive
- − Three-across only useful for kids
Known issues by generation
Common faults reported on each generation — useful when shopping the used market.
2004-2010 · Mk1
- 2.2 i-CTDi EGR carbon and swirl flap failure
- DPF blockage on diesel
- Front centre seat fold mechanism wear
- Air-con condenser corrosion
Rivals
Fiat Multipla · Citroen C4 Picasso · Vauxhall Zafira · Ford C-Max