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₹ 12.04 Lakh – 21.04 Lakh
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About the Honda City
All Feels. All New. All Vibe.
The Honda City has been the benchmark premium sedan in India for over two decades, and this facelift of the fifth generation keeps it relevant with a bolder Blade-Eye LED design, a larger 25.6 cm touchscreen and the addition of Honda SENSING Level-2 ADAS lower down the range.
Its standout USP is the City e:HEV — a self-charging strong hybrid built on Honda's two-motor i-MMD architecture. Rather than a mild assist, the system can drive the wheels purely on electric power, use the petrol engine as a generator, or clutch the engine in directly, combining 125 bhp of system output with a remarkable 27.26 kmpl and near-silent, EV-like refinement.
Positioned against the Hyundai Verna and Volkswagen Virtus, the City leans on Honda's reputation for reliability, a roomy cabin and the unique full-hybrid powertrain to justify its ₹12.04-21.04 lakh span.
Key Highlights
- 119–125 bhp petrol engine with strong hybrid option for efficiency
- Hybrid variant delivers upto 27.26 kmpl ARAI mileage rating
- 6 airbags and Level-2 ADAS for advanced safety protection
- Sunroof and ventilated front seats elevate cabin comfort
- e-CVT transmission with engine-linked clutch in hybrid variant
- 506L boot space for sedan practicality
- Wireless phone charging keeps your device powered on-the-go
Smart sedan that rewards midrange buyers with real value
Sedan · ₹12.04–21.04 lakh · Petrol · Strong Hybrid (Petrol + Electric)
“The City remains Honda's bread-and-butter win: a refined 1.5L petrol with proven reliability, real efficiency gains from the hybrid option, and crucially, Level-2 ADAS available from the affordable V trim—not locked behind the top variant. At ₹12 lakh for the base and strong feature depth in higher trims, it punches well above its weight in comfort and tech, though the lack of crash-test validation and the hybrid's premium pricing are genuine trade-offs.
How the score breaks down — weighted across 6 dimensions, scored against the segment set
✓Stands out
- e:HEV hybrid achieves genuine 27.26 kmpl with smooth, responsive acceleration
- Honda SENSING Level-2 ADAS available from affordable V trim, not just flagship
- 6 airbags and Vehicle Stability Assist standard across entire range
- Best-in-class rear legroom: 506L boot and 2600mm wheelbase for under ₹13L
- Top trim rivals premium-segment features: ventilated seats, sunroof, 360 camera
- Refined i-VTEC petrol with smooth CVT and paddle shifters feel premium
!Gives us pause
- No diesel option limits appeal for long-distance commuters seeking fuel economy
- e:HEV hybrid priced at ₹21 lakh—significantly higher than petrol variants
- Base SV omits Honda SENSING, alloy wheels, and larger touchscreen
- No Bharat or Global NCAP crash-test rating yet to validate safety claims
- Wireless charging on petrol models requires dealer-fitted aftermarket installation
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Variants & Prices 8 variants
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Honda City Specifications
| Engine | 1.5L i-VTEC DOHC with VTC |
| Displacement | 1498 cc |
| Max Power | 119 bhp @ 6600 rpm |
| Max Torque | 145 Nm @ 4300 rpm |
| Transmission | MT / CVT |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 17.77–17.97 kmpl |
| Engine | 1.5L Atkinson Cycle DOHC i-VTEC with VTC (e:HEV Strong Hybrid) |
| Displacement | 1498 cc |
| Max Power | 125 bhp |
| Max Torque | 253 Nm |
| Transmission | CVT |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 27.26 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight
| Length | 4594 mm |
| Width | 1748 mm |
| Height | 1489 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1123 – 1294 kg |
| Bootspace | 506 litres |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Compare Variants — Specifications & Features
| Variant | SV Petrol | V Petrol | ZX Petrol | ZX Plus Petrol · Strong Hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Type | 1.5L i-VTEC DOHC with VTC | 1.5L i-VTEC DOHC with VTC | 1.5L i-VTEC DOHC with VTC | 1.5L i-VTEC DOHC with VTC / 1.5L Atkinson Cycle DOHC i-VTEC with VTC (e:HEV Strong Hybrid) |
| Displacement | 1498 | 1498 | 1498 | 1498 |
| Cylinder Nos. Layout | Inline 4-Cylinder, 16-Valve | Inline 4-Cylinder, 16-Valve | Inline 4-Cylinder, 16-Valve | Inline 4-Cylinder, 16-Valve |
| Max Engine Power | 119 bhp @ 6600 rpm | 119 bhp @ 6600 rpm | 119 bhp @ 6600 rpm | 119–125 bhp |
| Max Engine Torque | 145 Nm @ 4300 rpm | 145 Nm @ 4300 rpm | 145 Nm @ 4300 rpm | 145–253 Nm |
| Transmission Type | 6-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Manual / 7-Speed CVT (Automatic) | 6-Speed Manual / 7-Speed CVT (Automatic) | 6-Speed Manual / 7-Speed CVT (Automatic) / e-CVT (Electrically-coupled CVT) with Engine-Linked Clutch |
✓ Pros
- ✓e:HEV strong hybrid delivers genuine 27.26 kmpl efficiency with strong, seamless acceleration
- ✓Honda SENSING Level-2 ADAS available from the affordable V trim, not just the top variant
- ✓6 airbags and Vehicle Stability Assist standard across the entire range
- ✓Spacious 506-litre boot and 2600 mm wheelbase give best-in-class rear comfort
- ✓Feature-rich top trim: ventilated seats, 360 camera, sunroof, 7-inch digital cluster
- ✓Refined, proven 1.5L i-VTEC petrol with a smooth CVT and paddle shifters
✕ Cons
- ✕No diesel option; only petrol and the premium-priced hybrid
- ✕e:HEV is offered only on the top ZX Plus trim at ₹21.04 lakh
- ✕Base SV misses Honda SENSING ADAS, alloy wheels and the larger touchscreen
- ✕Not yet crash-tested by Bharat/Global NCAP
- ✕Wireless charger on petrol ZX/ZX Plus is a dealer-fitted accessory, not factory-integrated
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Honda City
₹ 12.04 Lakh – 21.04 Lakh