The engine will be mated to a six-speed manual transmission, specifically optimized to return low emissions figures and improved fuel economy ratings.
The five-seater is 4.3-meter long and went on sale in Japan this month. It is locally sold with a 1.8-liter engine that develops 139 horsepower and is mated to a six-speed CVT. There are two versions available, front- and all-wheel drive.
European pricing is yet to be disclosed but in Japan the RVR retails for 1,785,000 Yen ($19,650) for the entry-level 2WD configuration and 2,449,650 Yen ($27,000) for the top-of-the-range 4WD model.
The crossover will be released in several other regions of the world beside Europe and Japan, including Australia where it will lack a start-stop system. At least, this is what Australian representatives are claiming, but a decision is to be made before the official debut later this year.
autoevolution will be attending the 2010 Geneva Auto Show, so stay tuned for some real up close and personal shots of the vehicles, as well as for first-hand details of the motorized contraptions presented at the event.
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