Tokyo, Japan — Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that it will begin sales of a new compact minivan, named the Freed, in Japan on May 30, 2008. This new model fuses an easy-to-use and spacious cabin with stylish design. Special mobility assistive versions — Freed with side lift-up seat and Freed with passenger lift-up seat, also go on sale May 30, 2008 — while a Freed wheelchair-accessible model will go on sale June 20, 2008.

Developed under the concept of “Freedom to create the perfect lifestyle,” the Freed features Honda's original low-floor and low-center-of-gravity technology, to achieve a compact body size that makes it easy to maneuver through city streets as well as a spacious cabin that enables adults to sit comfortably in all three rows. Honda developed this vehicle with the goal of creating a minivan that is comfortable and easy-to-use for every passenger and that offers new value by enabling customers to fully and freely utilize this vehicle in activities that meet individual lifestyles ranging from daily transportation to leisure time trips.

Three different versions are offered: the first seven-passenger vehicle in its class¹ featuring captain's seats in the second row; the first eight-passenger vehicle in its class¹; and a five-passenger type which offers a large, best-in-class¹ cargo space. Moreover, for the first time in a registration-class Honda vehicle, wheelchair-accessible models are offered in addition to versions with a side lift-up seat and passenger lift-up seat. With the addition of these mobility assistive models, Honda positions Freed as a vehicle which fulfills the diverse needs of a wide range of customers.
*1 Compact minivan class (engine displacement: 1.5 litter)

< Space creates freedom — Selecting the best space for each lifestyle >

• A compact body with cabin space that allows adults to sit comfortably in all three rows
• A flat-floor, newly designed from the frame up, maximizes usable space from end to end
• The one-step low- and flat-floor and walk-through layout provide ease of access for children and seniors

< Space creates freedom — Selecting the best space for each lifestyle >

• Seven-, eight- and five-passenger seat configurations to respond to various lifestyle needs
• Spacious and well-lighted interior achieves liberated feeling with two-layer instrument panel design
• Large cargo space accommodate shopping and leisure activities
• Three mobility assistive versions share the freedom and fun of mobility

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Tags: compact, Freed, Honda, JDM, MPV

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