By Jamie White – Head of Communications

Honda has revealed the first images of its new European version of its small SUV.

The HR-V is Honda’s new entry into Europe’s fast-growing small SUV segment and be showcased at the 2014 Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris next month.

The new exterior design of the HR-V prototype echoes that of a coupe, with sharp, dynamic lines that link the sleek upper body with the stable and planted lower body.

The HR-V features a centre fuel tank location to create a spacious and adaptable SUV cabin. Honda Magic Seats make use of the versatility by enabling a wide range of seating configurations, with the ability to fold the second row seats completely flat for added cargo space.

Leon Brannan, Head of Cars Honda UK, said: “The HR-V is a very welcome addition to our current model line up, it is a very popular and growing market segment that appeals to both retail and corporate customers.

“The dealer network are very much looking forward to receiving the car in their showrooms and every UK dealer will be making the trip to Paris to see the car on show.”

The HR-V will go on sale in the UK in Summer 2015.

Mystery Shopping and Performance Improvement company, Douglas Stafford, provides Honda UK with a bespoke nationwide mystery shopping and customer experience programme to include Video Mystery Shopping.