The Bigster is powered by two mild hybrid petrol engines: a 128bhp 1.2-litre with four-wheel drive or a 138bhp unit with front-wheel drive. Both are paired with a six-speed manual gearbox.
Honda has announced it is developing two new four-cylinder hybrid engines operating on the Atkinson cycle. These engines will have a new front-drive unit and an integrated cooling system.
Australia could have a new most affordable hybrid car by the middle of this year, as part of three new petrol-electric vehicles bound for Chery showrooms.