Honda City Hybrid eHEV

When was the City Hybrid launched?

The Honda City Hybrid was launched in India on 4 May, 2022.

What variants does the City Hybrid get?

The City Hybrid comes in a single top-spec ZX variant, though the standard model of the popular sedan is being sold across three trims, namely V, VX, and ZX.

What features are available in the City Hybrid?

The City Hybrid is based on the ZX top-spec variant of the standard sedan and hence comes equipped with a full LED light package and lane watch assist camera. Then, there’s climate control, sunroof, and an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The sedan also gets three-point seat belts, headrest for the second-row middle passenger, and ISOFIX child seat mounting points.

What are the engine, performance, and specifications of the City Hybrid?

The Honda City Hybrid is powered by a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder, Atkinson Cycle petrol engine and two electric motors. The former produces 96bhp and 109Nm of torque, and in combination with the motors, it produces 125bhp and 253Nm of torque. On the transmission front, an e-CVT unit is standard. Honda claims a staggering mileage of 26.5kmpl for the hybrid.

Is the City Hybrid a safe car?

There are many active and passive safety features in the City. The ADAS features include collision mitigation braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, and high beam assist. On the other hand, the passive safety suite includes six airbags, lane watch camera, hill start assist, and a tyre pressure monitoring system apart from Honda Connect telematics.

What are the rivals to the City Hybrid?

The Honda City hybrid is a sedan that stands out without any direct competitors. Its price tag of Rs. 19.50 lakh (ex-showroom) makes it a compelling choice even when compared to other EVs in the market.

Last updated on 04 March, 2024