2020 Honda Avancier 240T Vehicle Profile: Spacious Mid-Size SUV with 193 HP Turbo Engine
Vehicle Verdict
Pros
Class-Leading Rear Seat SpaceThe Avancier's rear seat is the benchmark in its class. With a 2820 mm wheelbase and a completely flat floor, rear legroom rivals higher-end luxury SUVs. Three adults can sit in the back without feeling cramped.
Refined Powertrain
The 1.5T direct-injection VTEC turbo engine delivers 193 hp and 243 Nm. Paired with a CVT, power delivery is smooth and linear for effortless daily driving. The 2.0T upgrade pushes to 272 hp with 0-100 km/h in just 7.8 seconds.
Premium Cabin Materials
Soft-touch surfaces, metallic wood-grain trim, perforated leather seats with gradient stitching, and an 8-inch touchscreen with CarPlay create an ambiance that punches above its price class.
Cons
Noticeable Highway NoiseWind and road noise become prominent at 120 km/h. Rear passengers need to raise their voices for conversation, making NVH the most frequently cited owner complaint.
Higher-Than-Expected Fuel Consumption
The NEDC rating of 7.3 L/100 km is optimistic. Real-world urban driving often exceeds 10 L/100 km, a significant ongoing cost for daily commuters.
Uneven Feature Distribution
Features like adaptive cruise control, active braking, and HUD are locked to top trims. Mid and base trims feel relatively sparse given the price.
Model Overview
The Honda Avancier is GAC Honda's flagship mid-size SUV, first unveiled at the 2016 Beijing Auto Show. Positioned above the CR-V and Breeze, the 2020 facelift brought refreshed exterior styling and upgraded technology. It is essentially Honda's premium crossover for the Chinese market, built on the Accord sedan platform.
Measuring 4858 × 1942 × 1670 mm with a 2820 mm wheelbase, the Avancier blends a sleek fastback silhouette with substantial road presence. The 2020 facelift introduced a horizontal chrome grille, sharper bumpers, quad exhaust tips, redesigned LED taillights, and new wheel designs. Inside, new color/trim options and the Honda CONNECT 2.0 infotainment system were added.
In 2019 the Avancier sold 71,552 units in China — more than double the UR-V, its platform twin built by Dongfeng Honda (27,840 units).
Key Specifications
Model: 2020 Honda Avancier 240 TURBO CVT Zhixiang Edition
Engine: 1.5L turbocharged VTEC inline-4 — 193 hp (142 kW) @ 5600 rpm / 243 Nm @ 2000-4500 rpm
Transmission: CVT | Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
Top speed: 198 km/h | 0-100 km/h: 10.2 seconds
Fuel economy (NEDC): 7.3 L/100 km | Tank: 53 L
Dimensions: 4858 × 1942 × 1670 mm | Wheelbase: 2820 mm
Curb weight: 1757 kg | Trunk: 510 L | Seats: 5
Tires: 245/55 R19 | Suspension: MacPherson strut (front) / multi-link (rear)
Warranty: 3 years / 100,000 km
Cost of Ownership
Warranty & Maintenance
The Avancier comes with a 3-year/100,000 km warranty. Estimated total cost for 60,000 km of scheduled maintenance is approximately 6,034 RMB (~830 USD). Service intervals are every 5,000 km or 6 months, with basic oil/filter changes costing 400-600 RMB.
Fuel Cost Estimate
Based on NEDC combined consumption of 7.3 L/100 km and current global gasoline prices (~0.85 USD/L):- Annual fuel cost for 20,000 km: approximately 1,100-1,700 USD, depending on urban vs. highway driving mix.
- Real-world urban consumption can push fuel costs significantly higher. Use 92 RON (or above) unleaded gasoline.
Trim Comparison
The 2020 Avancier is offered in four trims. Below is a summary of the key differences:
Elite Edition (220k RMB): Entry-level with 1.5T/193 hp/CVT. Lacks sunroof, rear camera, parking sensors, fog lights, and leather seats. Basic cloth/leatherette mix interior.
Comfort Edition (239.8k RMB): Mid-level 1.5T. Adds front fog lights, heated side mirrors, and leather-accented seats. Still no sunroof, power seats, or reverse camera.
Zhixiang Edition (255.8k RMB) ★ RECOMMENDED: The sweet spot. Adds panoramic sunroof, roof rails, active noise cancellation, heated front seats, auto LED headlights, daytime running lights, 360° camera with side blind-view, rear parking sensors, side curtain airbags, and full one-touch windows.
Luxury Edition (279.8k RMB): Top of the line with 2.0T/272 hp/9AT. 0-100 in 7.8 seconds. Adds power tailgate with memory, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, adaptive damping suspension, and auto-dimming rearview mirror. Fuel consumption rises to 8.3 L/100 km.
Real-World Driving Assessment
Strengths
Spacious Rear CabinThe rear seat is universally praised. The completely flat floor makes the middle seat genuinely usable for adults. Legroom exceeds some premium-brand mid-size SUVs, making this the best-in-class for rear passenger space.
Refined Ride Quality
The multi-link rear suspension provides excellent bump absorption. On the Luxury trim, ADS adaptive damping adjusts in real-time to road conditions, delivering a composed highway ride with minimal body roll.
Smooth Daily Powertrain
The 1.5T delivers adequate power for daily driving, with a broad torque plateau from 2000-4500 rpm. The CVT is well-calibrated and avoids the droning that plagued earlier generations — a genuinely pleasant powertrain for urban use.
Weaknesses
Highway NVHAt 120 km/h, in-cabin noise reaches approximately 67 dB. Wind and road noise require rear-seat passengers to raise their voices. This is the most consistent owner complaint across all trim levels.
Fuel Economy Reality Gap
NEDC claims 7.3 L/100 km, but real-world combined consumption falls between 8.5 and 10 L/100 km. In heavy city traffic, owners report figures exceeding 10 L/100 km consistently.
Outdated Infotainment
The 8-inch screen is small by modern standards. The system lacks built-in navigation, over-the-air updates, and connected car features. L2 driver assistance is exclusive to the top Luxury trim.
Owner Sentiment
The Good
Space"The rear space is ridiculously spacious — class-leading, no contest. 80% of people buy the Avancier for the back seat alone."
Design
"The Avancier has a restrained, elegant presence. It doesn't need an aggressive grille to look premium. The interior materials and build quality exceed typical Honda standards."
Comfort
"Seats are well-padded with good lumbar support. The suspension absorbs bumps without floatiness. Long trips are genuinely fatigue-free."
The Bad
Noise"At 120 km/h I have to speak up to be heard in the back. This is the one thing that really lets the Avancier down."
Fuel
"In city driving it regularly uses over 10 liters per 100 km. The fuel bill adds up fast."
References
Honda (2020). Avancier Official Specs. Retrieved from ghac.cn
Carscoops (2020). Honda's 2020 Avancier Flagship SUV Gets Subtle Facelift. Retrieved from carscoops.com
Auto-Data.net. Honda Avancier Technical Specs.
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