Auto Expo 2014: Honda unveils XS-1 Concept [Photos]

Greater Noida: Japanese auto giant Honda today unveiled Honda Vision XS-1 Concept at the 2014 Auto Expo which is taking place in Greater Noida (near Delhi). The concept car means Honda getting into the fast growing and competitive SUV segment in India. The Vision XS-1 is based on Honda's man maximum, machine minimum concept, wherein space has been maximised for the passengers, with minimum space utilized for mechanical components.It is a sleek, stylish and powerful car which has sliding doors with large openings on both sides which enables an easy entrance into the spacious cabin. The XS-1 concept offers a three-row seating arrangement inside the cabin which means it can host up to seven people. The seating layout is 2ƱƱ with decent space at the rear for passengers. It was made possible because of the lack of a B-pillar to better accommodate the entry/exit.From the front, the car gives a sporty and futuristic look, especially due to the front fascia that has a broad single lined chrome front grille (also known as the “Solid Wing Face” that's part of the company's newly employed “Exciting H Design” outlook) along with attractive bumpers that house unique fog lamps. Hexagonal shapes make up a muscular-looking daytime running light cluster in the lower bar or the car. On the sides, you'll find giant alloy wheels. The visual appeal of the vehicle is enhanced with accentuated shoulder line and crease line on the sides and a long sloping roofline.It is believed that the Vision XS-1 concept will form the basis for the next generation of Honda vehicles.Honda says there aren't any plans to introduce a production version based on the concept.