8 Generations of innovation, perfected. The all-new Honda Ballade RS. The future is yours. Embrace it.
40 years of innovation and refinement.
The 8th generation of a South African classic. Introducing the all-new Honda Ballade RS. The poise and elegance you’ve come to expect. The technology and reliability you have a right to demand with larger dimensions, superior quality, new technology and a sporty new exterior.
The newcomer’s striking style creates a sleek, sporty appearance. Its clean and sculpted body is emphasised by a lower and wider stance, along with a longer bonnet and short front overhang. The newcomer is larger in size than the outgoing model, creating a lower center of gravity for greater on-road stability, boosting cornering confidence and improving overall driving dynamics, while also expanding on interior space for improved passenger comfort.
The all-new Ballade’s interior layout depicts a modern, driver-oriented design which achieves the perfect combination of functional ease of use, high quality materials and beauty. Driver-oriented ergonomics provide comfortable seating with intuitive access to the various vehicle controls. The Ballade guarantees a smart driving experience that enhances convenience and comfort all the way.
Sensational speed
The all-new Ballade features a refined version of Honda's 1.5L DOHC i-VTEC powertrain, known for its optimum balance between performance and efficiency. Achieve a higher power output reduced emissions, without compromising on performance. The new Ballade also employs Honda’s latest generation of the Continuously Variable Transmission. This creates the sense of driving a traditional automatic transmission, but with the enhanced efficiency of a CVT.
| Service / Maintenance / Warranty | |
| Service interval | 15 000 km |
| Warranty and Service Plan | 5 YEAR/200000KM WARRANTY, 4 YEAR/60000KM SERVICE PLAN, 3 YEAR ROADSIDE ASSIST |
| Active and Passive Safety | |
| ABS | YES |
| Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) | YES |
| Air bags | 8 |
| Automatic Lights | YES |
| Autolock | YES |
| ISOfix (secure child seat) | YES |
| Performance | |
| Engine size | 1498cc |
| CO2 | 131g/Km |
| Engine | TRANSVERSE INLINE 4 |
| Power | 89kW@6600 |
| Torque | 145Nm@4500 |
| Valves | DOHC, 4 VALVES PER CYLINDER, I-VTEC |
| Fuel | UNLEADED |
| Fuel capacity | 40 litres |
| Average fuel consumption | 5.5 l/Km |
| Top speed | 0Km/h |
| 0 - 100 Km/h | 0sec |
| Driving and Control Environment | |
| Gearbox | AUTOMATIC |
| Gears | 0 |
| Drive | 2 |
| Power steering | YES |
| Steering adjustment (up down) | YES |
| Steering adjustment (in out) | YES |
| Multi function steering wheel | AUDIO, PHONE, GEAR |
| Computer | YES |
| Seats | 5 - |
| Spare tire size | X |
| Keyless Entry | YES |
| Interior Comfort | |
| Air conditioner | YES |
| Electric windows | YES |
| Electric window detail | FRONT + REAR |
| Electric window 1-touch | DRIVER |
| Radio | YES |
| Exterior | |
| Colour coded bumpers | PAINTED |
| Colour coded mirrors | BODY |
| Alloy wheels | YES |
| Boot capacity | 506 litres |
| Service / Maintenance / Warranty | |
| Service interval | 15 000 km |
| Warranty and Service Plan | 5 YEAR/200000KM WARRANTY, 4 YEAR/60000KM SERVICE PLAN, 3 YEAR ROADSIDE ASSIST |
| Active and Passive Safety | |
| ABS | YES |
| Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) | YES |
| Air bags | 8 |
| Automatic Lights | YES |
| Autolock | YES |
| ISOfix (secure child seat) | YES |
| Performance | |
| Engine size | 1498cc |
| CO2 | 131g/Km |
| Engine | TRANSVERSE INLINE 4 |
| Power | 89kW@6600 |
| Torque | 145Nm@4500 |
| Valves | DOHC, 4 VALVES PER CYLINDER, I-VTEC |
| Fuel | UNLEADED |
| Fuel capacity | 40 litres |
| Average fuel consumption | 5.5 l/Km |
| Top speed | 0Km/h |
| 0 - 100 Km/h | 0sec |
| Driving and Control Environment | |
| Gearbox | AUTOMATIC |
| Gears | 0 |
| Drive | 2 |
| Power steering | YES |
| Steering adjustment (up down) | YES |
| Steering adjustment (in out) | YES |
| Multi function steering wheel | AUDIO, PHONE, GEAR |
| Computer | YES |
| Seats | 5 - |
| Spare tire size | X |
| Keyless Entry | YES |
| Interior Comfort | |
| Air conditioner | YES |
| Electric windows | YES |
| Electric window detail | FRONT + REAR |
| Electric window 1-touch | DRIVER |
| Radio | YES |
| Exterior | |
| Colour coded bumpers | PAINTED |
| Colour coded mirrors | BODY |
| Park distance - rear | YES |
| Alloy wheels | YES |
| Boot capacity | 506 litres |
| Service / Maintenance / Warranty | |
| Service interval | 15 000 km |
| Warranty and Service Plan | 5 YEAR/200000KM WARRANTY, 4 YEAR/60000KM SERVICE PLAN, 3 YEAR ROADSIDE ASSIST |
| Active and Passive Safety | |
| ABS | YES |
| Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) | YES |
| Air bags | 8 |
| Automatic Lights | YES |
| Autolock | YES |
| ISOfix (secure child seat) | YES |
| Performance | |
| Engine size | 1498cc |
| CO2 | 131g/Km |
| Engine | TRANSVERSE INLINE 4 |
| Power | 89kW@6600 |
| Torque | 145Nm@4500 |
| Valves | DOHC, 4 VALVES PER CYLINDER, I-VTEC |
| Fuel | UNLEADED |
| Fuel capacity | 40 litres |
| Average fuel consumption | 5.5 l/Km |
| Top speed | 0Km/h |
| 0 - 100 Km/h | 0sec |
| Driving and Control Environment | |
| Gearbox | AUTOMATIC |
| Gears | 0 |
| Drive | 2 |
| Power steering | YES |
| Steering adjustment (up down) | YES |
| Steering adjustment (in out) | YES |
| Multi function steering wheel | AUDIO, PHONE, CRUISE |
| Cruise control | YES |
| Computer | YES |
| Seats | 5 - |
| Spare tire size | FULLSIZE |
| Keyless Entry | YES |
| Interior Comfort | |
| Air conditioner | YES |
| Electric windows | YES |
| Electric window detail | FRONT + REAR |
| Electric window 1-touch | DRIVER |
| Radio | YES |
| Leather | YES |
| Exterior | |
| Colour coded bumpers | PAINTED |
| Colour coded mirrors | BODY |
| Park distance - rear | YES |
| Alloy wheels | YES |
| Boot capacity | 506 litres |