New Honda City: The Honda City — the ‘modern premium sedan’ stands tall on the Indian roadways; a synonym for grace and elegance on wheels.
The all-new 2019 model represents Honda’s ongoing commitment to deliver vehicles of the highest quality with the most sophisticated styling on the road today.
New Honda City: Design Philosophy
Exterior At the outside, the 2011 Honda Accord has a modern looking body with an elegant profile. Sculpted smooth body panels and flowing clean lines with just the chrome to transcend.
The expressive grill seamlessly connects to the LED headlights and adds modern style to the modern design of the character lines that not only make the Forte look more aggressive, but also deliver aerodynamic performance at the same time.
The alloy wheels are model-specific and the top variants get 15-inchers which suit the wheel arches very well.
At the rear, the all new design C-shaped LED tail lights joined with the chrome strip adds to the modish and rich look of the City on the road.
Interior Comfort
The moment you climb in, you are surrounded with high-quality cabin materials that impresses you from a vehicle of a greater class.
This cabin invites you in with soft-touch plastics, tasteful trim pieces and quality upholstery. The cockpit is focused on the driver and all controls are easily within reach and in perfect position.
Front seats offer gratifying comfort and support, they are infinitely adjustable. Rear passengers enjoy generous legroom – a City trump card – to ensure family trips are a breeze. The padding is just right, firm enough to not get fatiguing on long drives.
Higher models can also be equipped with ambient lighting that adds an elegant touch when you’re driving at night.
Clever storage solutions like door pockets, cup holders, and a generous glove box help hold everyday items.
Engine Performance
City is available with two powertrain options:
1.5L i-VTEC Petrol Engine:
Power: 121 HP
Torque: 145 Nm
Transmission: 6MT/CVT
Refined NVH Noise, Vibration and Harshness as well as smooth acceleration
1.5L i-DTEC Diesel Engine:
Power: 100 HP
Torque: 200 Nm
Transmission: 6MT
Excellent fuel efficiency
Each engine provides excellent refinement that’s the norm for the Honda lineup. The petro is more peppy in the city, while the diesel is strong on torque for highway driving.
Technological Integration
The infotainment system has a responsive touchscreen interface and is easy to navigate. Honda Connect technology provides access to a wide variety of connected services, including remote vehicle monitoring, trip data analysis and other smartphone-connected features.
The head unit is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for easy device pairing.
Sound quality is sure to impress and delivers clear sound reproduction with finely-tuned speakers. It’s got a decent connection over Bluetooth and can take voice commands reasonably well for hands-free use.
The cabin is kept cool by climate control, which works automatically in higher trims. The Rear AC vents keeps the passenger cool no matter where you’re seated.
Safety Features
Safety all the way: Honda emphasizes driver and passenger protection with a robust system of safety gear:
Six airbags (top variants)
Vehicle Stability Assist
ABS with EBD
Hill Start Assist
High-strength body structure
ISOFIX child seat anchors
High-level safety aids such as Lane Watch and Honda Sensing are omitted, maintaining City’s core focus on basic safety function rather than supersophisticated support technologies.
Driving Dynamics
The City offers written processing which is not too soft nor too engaging. The suspension tuning soaks up road irregularities commendably well without sacrificing too much body control when cornering. This makes the highway drives calm and city moves bearable.
The steering has a fine sense of feedback to serve relaxed cruising, or spirited driving, without feeling contrived. The CVT tranny is smooth to operate; however, those who love to row their own will have to look elsewhere for shifting duties. General smoothness is still a point of excellence.
Fuel Efficiency
Real-world mileage looks strong on both powerplants:
Petrol manual: 16-18 km/l
Petrol CVT: 15-17 km/l
Diesel manual: 20-22 km/l
These numbers make it a lot cheaper to use the City for both daily commutes and long-distance journeys.
Market Position
The City, which rubs shoulders with established rivals like Hyundai Verna, Maruti Ciaz, and Volkswagen Virtus, stands out for its trusty performance and premium feel. @corepriced We could agree more with you and we are really looking forward to see it on our roads and at our dealerships.
I like the Ciaz a lot, the best looking compact sedan. Its price tag is also a pretty good one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How roomy is the back seat?
A: Exceptionally spacious! The City is class leading on rear legroom and has enough headroom to keep average sized adults happy.
Q: Is the ride comfortable for families?
A: Yes the suspension is tuned more for comfort than handling which makes it good for the family.
Q: What is the best value of these options?
A: VX variant balances features and pricing well, with most necessary amenities and no premium for trim upgrades.
Q: Does it come with wireless smart phone pairing?
A: Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay is not supported; it need to connect via USB cable for smartphone integration.
Q. What’s the reliability of the diesel engine? Q: Are Honda diesel engines liable to cause any trouble?
A: Honda diesel engines have been very reliable provided they are properly serviced. When maintained properly, this little Swiss model has a long and durable life.
Q: Is the ground clearance sufficient for Indian road conditions? Q:How comfortable is the ride on jumps and rough roads?
A:The ride is comfortable on speed breakers and bumps on tarmac and minor rough patches. It is good on minor flying, very small jumps.
Q: What does the service cost?
A: Overall costs are low compared with Europe, and complete service packages are available.
Q: Does it have resale value?
A: The City, on an average, holds its value better than most rivals as it is built on Honda’s reputation for reliability.
Q. Can a tall driver sit in it comfortably?
A: Yes, The’s driver seat allows the driver’s 6’2″ adjustment range of 18cm availabe.
Q: How much trunk space does the N-Qashqai’s boot space has?
A: It has a 506-litre trunk capacity, which can easily fit several suitcases, suitable for those family trips.
Q: What are some popular color options?
A: The Platinum White Pearl and Radiant Red Metallic continue to be popular along with Lunar Silver.
Q. What’s it like to drive in the city?
A: Light steering and an even power delivery make for a stress-free commute. It is nice to be relatively compact for tight quarters.
Q: Is there parking available?
A: Most versions come with standard rear parking sensors; cameras are optional on upper trim levels.
Q: What’s the warranty?
A: Honda gives a 3-year/unlimited km warranty with options to extend it further.
New Honda City:
The Honda City carries on, being the poster boy for a very good compact executive sedan. It’s a blend of dependability, comfort, and utility that makes for a package that will fit the needs of many different types of buyers.
Whether focusing on family comfort or daily commuting efficiency, or weekend fun and adventure, the City is happy to work with you.
But the City is a compelling proposition for customers looking for a sedan that comes with a sprinkle of sophistication along with a dash of sensibility.
With its proven dependability and ease of use, along with new enhancements and Honda’s engineering expertise, it will cover all your power needs with ease.