Planning to buy the Honda City facelift? 5 things to know before putting down your money

The Honda City has remained a household name in India for nearly three decades, and the latest facelift aims to renew its appeal within the mid-size sedan space on our shores. This marks the second mid-cycle update for the fifth-gen City, bringing revised styling, new technology, improved comfort features, and a stronger safety package. If you are planning to buy the updated sedan, here are five things worth knowing before making a decision.

1. Pricing

The City facelift is listed from an introductory price tag of ₹11.99 lakh, ex-showroom, retaining its old starting price

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The City facelift is listed from an introductory price tag of ₹11.99 lakh, ex-showroom, retaining its old starting price

Honda has launched the City facelift at an introductory starting price of ₹11.99 lakh (ex-showroom) for the petrol manual variant. The range-topping e:HEV strong-hybrid variant is priced at ₹20.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

With this, Honda retains the same introductory entry price as the outgoing model despite introducing several design, feature, and safety upgrades across the lineup.

2. Pure-ICE and strong-hybrid powertrains

The car continues to be available with either a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine or a 1.5-litre strong hybrid unit running on the Atkinson cycle

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The car continues to be available with either a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine or a 1.5-litre strong hybrid unit running on the Atkinson cycle

The Honda City facelift continues to be available with two distinct powertrain options. The standard model retains the familiar 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 119 bhp and 145 Nm of torque. Buyers can choose between a 6-speed manual gearbox and a 7-speed CVT.

For those looking for better fuel efficiency and stronger torque, Honda also offers a 1.5-litre self-charging strong hybrid engine running on the Atkinson cycle. This setup develops 124.48 bhp and 253 Nm of torque and comes paired with an e-CVT transmission. The hybrid remains one of the few electrified options currently available in the midsize sedan segment.

3. Updated exteriors

A new black exterior shade has also been introduced. Along with that, Honda has removed most of the chrome elements from the car.

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A new black exterior shade has also been introduced. Along with that, Honda has removed most of the chrome elements from the car.

The front fascia now features an LED lightbar that stretches across the nose, accompanied by Honda’s new Blade Eye LED lighting signature with Bi-LED projector headlamps and split LED DRLs.

Further changes include a redesigned Matrix mesh grille finished in black, a revised front bumper with aerodynamic air curtains, and updated rear styling with Z-Edge wraparound LED tail lamps and a subtle boot-lid spoiler. Honda has also stretched the overall length to 4,594 mm, making the City the longest sedan in its segment.

4. Expanded tech suite and amenities

The biggest update inside is the new 10.1-inch infotainment screen. It is now a floating-style unit and looks much more modern than before.

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The biggest update inside is the new 10.1-inch infotainment screen. It is now a floating-style unit and looks much more modern than before.

Stepping inside reveals a refreshed dual-tone Ivory and Black cabin theme along with a new 10.1-inch floating touchscreen infotainment system supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

Creature comforts include wireless smartphone charging, multiple charging ports, welcome ambient lighting, walk-away auto lock, remote AC operation, and sunroof control functions. Honda has also upgraded the front ventilated seats, claiming up to 40 per cent faster cooling performance. Rear passengers continue to benefit from the City’s lounge-style seating layout.

5. Safety suite

The sharper design, improved features list, refined hybrid setup, and sorted ride quality all help the City remain one of the strongest options in the mid-size sedan segment.

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The sharper design, improved features list, refined hybrid setup, and sorted ride quality all help the City remain one of the strongest options in the mid-size sedan segment.

The new Honda City is equipped with Honda Sensing, the company’s Level 2 ADAS package. This includes Collision Mitigation Braking System, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Lane Keeping Assist System, Auto High Beam Assist, and Lead Car Departure Notification.

Beyond ADAS, the sedan also gets six airbags, Vehicle Stability Assist, and TPMS as standard. The car is backed by a 3-year unlimited-kilometre warranty, while buyers can extend coverage up to seven years or opt for a 10-year package. Hybrid variants additionally receive dedicated warranty coverage for the hybrid system and battery pack.

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