What comes as a surprise is the petrol-CVT’s city fuel economy of 12kpl, which goes to show how frugal and intuitive the CVT is compared to a manual. For those seeking sheer convenience, the petrol-CVT is the one to go for. The handling isn’t sporty either, and the chassis setup doesn’t quite match the enthusiasm of the rev-happy petrol, and that may disappoint keen drivers. Yes, the City which is equally appreciated for its front and back seats, has grown with each successive generation. The new engine does get audible at around 3,000rpm but it’s not harsh just loud. 2020 Honda City review, test drive. 2020 Honda City video review. And when you cross the 1,500rpm, it's not a sudden spike but a quick step up in pace, after which power builds quite evenly all the way to 4,200rpm soft rev limiter. Your quick guide on what to expect on the new Honda City. Honda has consciously designed areas and cavities to store modern smartphones around the gear console, as well as in the front-seat back pocket for rear passengers. The diesel posts a 0-100kph time of 12.9sec, while 20-80kph in 3rd and 40-100kph in 4th are much quicker than the petrol, with 11.4 and 13.89sec, respectively. 6198; views2 months ago; 2020 Honda City review. We put the fifth-generation City through our comprehensive tests to find out how it performs in the real world. However, Honda has worked to improve NVH levels on the new City, utilising bits like additional sound deadeners in the floor, a thicker firewall, and by also spraying the engine bay with a special sound-deadening coating. In terms of braking, an earlier bite point would have been nicer, but the brake pedal feel and weight are very easy to get accustomed with. Honda aced backseat comfort with the 4th-gen City, and has done it yet again with a rear bench that's the most generous in the class. Both engines are strong and deliver a solid performance, and the ride is very well sorted too. The older version was more sportier but the new city looks more elegant. Get all the latest updates from the automobile universe, /car-reviews/2020-honda-city-review-test-drive-417757, 2020 Honda City review, test drive - Autocar India, https://cdni.autocarindia.com/ExtraImages/20200629043052_Honda-City-2020-front-tracking.jpg. The wide and deep seat base, positioned at the right height, will keep you comfortable for hours on the road. 2020 Skoda Rapid 1.0 TSI review, test drive, Rs 11.01 lakh * on road price (New Delhi). Action in the midsize sedan segment has certainly hotted up; in a short a span of just a few weeks we’ve seen Skoda update its Rapid, as did VW its Vento, while Hyundai gave the Verna a major overhaul. The system is easy to use; and what helps is that it gets smartphone integration in the form of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. 2020 Honda All New City Diesel First Drive Review ; 2020 Honda All New City Diesel First Drive Review . It also gets connected-car features for remote operation, alerts and geo-fencing, as well as advanced voice guidance via the Amazon Alexa app. There’s also a G-Force meter on the digital instrument cluster that displays up to 0.5 Gs, and can be a really fun tool when you are attacking corners or driving in a spirited manner. Honda City Price ranges from Rs. Starting at Rs 10.90 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the petrol, the new City is a good Rs 1.6 lakh pricier than the base Hyundai Verna, with the top-spec manual costing Rs 55,000 over the Verna that’s similarly equipped, if not better. And taking comfort to another level is the City’s rear-seat experience, where legroom is aplenty, the seat is nicely angled, support is spot on – and so is the cushioning. Honda has stuffed the City to the gills with features, and for the first time, it gets kit like ESP, hill-start assist, agile handling assist, a lane-watch camera, a tyre-pressure monitoring system, and a crisp digital instrument cluster. Honda City 1.0 VTEC Turbo RS (2020) review published : 22 Jan 2020 at 16:11 writer: Richard Leu. The well-known auto-maker introduced the brand new era of Civic sedan. Its styling has evolved, and it wears a subtler, more grown-up persona; yet its silhouette has a visual link to the outgoing version. Some rivals might offer a more engaging drive experience, while some might be more feature-rich, but the Honda City is a jack of all trades and master of some – and although it’s pricey, this is a car you can seldom go wrong with. Know more about Honda City 2020 - Price, Mileage, Reviews, Specification, Gallery - Overdrive Even the all-digital instrument cluster is superbly executed with just one physical speedo needle cleverly fused with a virtual display, offering crisp and clear readouts. Honda has hit the ball out of the park with the new, fifth-generation City. Follow us on 28 th Sep 2020 7:00 am. Maruti Suzuki is going to town talking about how diesel doesn't make economic sense at … New Honda City: The 2020 Honda City will be launched in India in the coming weeks. Follow us on 6 th Jun 2020 6:00 am. Honda claims a fuel efficiency of 17.8 for the manual and 18.4kpl for the auto, which is marginally higher than the earlier car's SOHC motor which delivered 17.4 and 18.0kpl, respectively. The plastics around the cabin also look good but they are a bit too shiny; we would have preferred duller, soft-touch textures. The penalty for this, of course, is the slight drop in efficiency, which is due to the extra fuel being used for exhaust after-treatment. SUVs may rule the roost today, but the City, even 22 years on, is still alive and kicking, and is one of the longest-running nameplates currently on sale in India. Not all is perfect though; the touchscreen looks like an aftermarket add-on and isn’t well-integrated into the design. There’s a brand-new Honda City headed our way and we got a chance to … Averaging nearly 2kpl more than the fourth-gen car in the city, this fifth-gen City diesel returns an impressive 16.2kpl, while the highway fuel-economy stands at 19.1kpl, identical to the outgoing version. Honda’s signature chunky chrome bar that stretches across the width of the front fascia is now flanked by sleek headlamps that make it resemble the more premium Civic. The steering wheel too has controls including a roller switch that lets you access various features of the instrument panel. Even the sharpest potholes emanate mere muted thuds inside, and the suspension components do their job quietly and very competently. Honda’s signature front chrome bar is now thicker with the top strip stretching across the width of the nose, above the LED highlights. The petrol-CVT takes 1.6sec more than the petrol MT to sprint to 100kph, but due to the absence of gears to go through, it is much quicker in scenarios where you put your foot down to close a gap in traffic or to make a quick overtake. Turned heads from many people on the road (including bikers). Open the doors and you’re greeted by a premium-looking, light brown and black interior. 2020 Honda City review. /car-reviews/2020-honda-city-review-road-test-418608, 2020 Honda City review, road test - Autocar India, https://cdni.autocarindia.com/ExtraImages/20200915054051_Honda-City-2020-front-tracking-1.jpg. This engine’s character remains identical to the outgoing unit’s. Last, the company will introduce sub compact 2020 Honda City. Still, performance has improved significantly. While it is based on a modified version of the earlier City, the engineering changes are massive. Quite a mouthful, yes, but what this does is, during acceleration, rather than let the CVT slide its way up, it performs stepped upshifts and tries to match the vehicle speed with the engine speed and sound. So, from your home, you can simply ask Alexa to pre-cool the cabin or get you details of the fuel level in the car or its current position. And under hard braking, the CVT shifts to much lower ratios thus providing engine braking; this is something we saw put into effect when driving down a winding road. To put its growth into perspective, compared to the first-generation Honda City that was launched back in 1998, this fifth-gen is approximately 300mm longer, 50mm wider and 100mm taller. So can the new City leapfrog all its rivals? With the key in your pocket, the City’s sensor-based system unlocks the car without the need to press any physical buttons. But there some changes that you’ll notice in 2020 version of city. To nitpick, the rear centre armrest is a bit too low for comfort, and headroom for someone over six feet tall could be a bit of an issue. Adding a touch of bling to its styling are the full-LED headlamps, which look contemporary and upmarket. Plus, of course, you can also use the paddles and have proper manual control over shifts with the 'box letting you redline the engine too. Boot space has gone down by a tiny 4 litres and is now at 506 litres; so it’s still very large and useable. Yes, the engine drones loudly at high revs, and, in absolute terms, isn't as quiet as Hyundai’s 1.5 diesel, which is still the benchmark for refinement. 42,158 Views. The bright and sharp instrument cluster is incredibly easy to read, however, the same cannot be said of the 8.0-inch touchscreen. This dwarfs the smart 16-inch looking alloys shod with 185/55 tyres which don’t quite fill out the wheel arches. Due to enter Thai showrooms just before Christmas, the new City will go on sale across Asia during 2020. Meet the fifth-generation Honda City, one which will be making its official Malaysian debut sometime in October 2020. Handling, however, is benign and very predictable, which makes the City an easy car to drive. Power does flow through in steps, with prominent spikes felt beyond 2,000rpm and 4,000rpm, but it is the last 2,500-3,000rpm in the rev range that feels the most enjoyable, not only in terms of performance, but also the aural experience. This time around, Honda has equipped the rear seat with three integrated head restraints, and what’s nice is that although they aren’t adjustable, they are quite tall and hence usable for most rear passengers. Taking practicality a step forward is the humongous 506-litre boot. While the wheelbase is the same as before (as this platform shares a lot of the hardpoints with the previous-gen), the new car has grown a fair bit in length and width, though the height is less than before. The interiors make a great first impression, with light beige upholstery, soft-touch materials and the tastefully-executed wood trim. The motor does step outside its comfort zone when spun beyond 3,500rpm, and for the last 700 revs or so, progress is slow as the engine runs out of steam. What is it? Vibrations too are excellently controlled, thanks to additional insulation and sound-deadening materials. Need an expert opinion on your car or bike related problems? The system, of course, has all the usual connectivity bits including Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Space inside the cabin is huge, and the City’s seat comfort is in a league of its own. 2020 New Honda City Petrol CVT First Drive Review; 2020 New Honda City Petrol CVT First Drive Review. Follow us on 30 th Jun 2020 11:00 am. Taller ratios also mean in-gear times are slower. We took out a couple of variants of the fifth-generation Honda City on the road to find out if it packs in the punch. On the powertrain front, the petrol motor is a new DOHC 1.5-litre unit that’s now coupled to a 6-speed manual gearbox. But do these changes take away from the enjoyable high-revving character of the older 1.5-litre petrol? The City absorbs whatever the road throws at it and it soaks up potholes and ruts without crashing through them. 2020 Honda City Review: First Drive By Ishan Raghava | on June 30, 2020 The latest generation of the City is Honda’s attempt to reclaim dominance on a segment that it created over two decades ago. Not only is it larger than the outgoing version in almost every dimension, it is actually the longest car in its segment, boasting of a 4,549mm length, which is even longer than the first-gen Civic (if only by 4mm). But, with intense competition and a fast-changing market, does the new City … Vikrant Singh July 15, 2020, 12:45 PM IST. Sound quality from the eight speakers is very good. Despite the narrow, 185mm tyres, there’s plenty of fun to be had while chucking it around on a winding section of road, but a wider set of rubber would further enhance the experience. Over the years, the City cemented its dominant position in the midsize sedan segment, and for the longest time, it singlehandedly drove sales for the brand in India. What’s more, the automatic variant features paddleshifters, as well as an Economy mode and a remote engine-start system. First Drive: Honda City RS i-MMD - Blurring B-Segment Battle Lines. On the diesel front, where only these two brands have an offering, the City is also pricier at the base by Rs 1.74 lakh and at the top by Rs 70,000. Get all the latest updates from the automobile universe. The diesel also surprised us with its un-diesel-like power delivery. 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Uncharacteristically then, the 4th-generation was more of an evolution, but thanks to the further improvements and introduction of a diesel option, it went on to become the most successful City in India, and it’s this very evolutionary approach that's been carried forward to the 5th-gen City. Reviews, Ratings & Frequently Asked Questions by the users will help you to take right buying decision. Follow us on 30 th Jun 2020 12:20 pm. We put the fifth-generation City through our comprehensive tests to find out how it performs in the real world. What’s nice is that the typical rubberband effect of the CVT is very well managed. Reviews. Share Tweet. Bilal Ahmed Firfiray June 30, 2020, 11:00 AM IST. It does come as a bit of a surprise to see that the gear ratios (including the final drive) haven’t changed; and this fifth-gen is nearly 62kg heavier than the outgoing version too. His quick & brief review below: • The car looks contemporary and unmistakably “Honda City”. Jim Kem. All Rights Reserved. As an example, 100kph comes up at 3,000rpm in fifth and 2,700rpm in sixth gear, as against 3,100rpm in fifth gear in the outgoing version, thus sipping less fuel while cruising. And then some plastics look a bit too shiny and stand out in an otherwise well-appointed cabin. In-gear acceleration times also remain identical to the outgoing car despite the higher kerb weight and lower final-drive ratio (more on that later). Rahul Ghosh New Delhi June 30, 2020 UPDATED: June 30, 2020 15:19 IST. You need to have a firm grip on the wheel as the nose tends to wander. The City has grown in size with each subsequent generation change and this fifth generation isn’t an exception. SHARES. When it comes to engine performance, the diesel is fuel-efficient and refined, and the new petrol is an absolute firecracker in terms of outright performance. • It gets a lot of attention. Learn how it drives and what features set the 2020 Honda City apart from its rivals. Honda says it has calibrated the control unit's software, and it uses what the company calls 'full-open acceleration step-up shift control' and 'brake operation step-down shift control. Are you looking for City? Even on the brightest setting, the screen is difficult to read in direct sunlight, and it always looks smudgy like it could use a good wipe down. Additionally, it carries over features from the previous version like auto LED headlamps, LED fog lamps, 16-inch alloys, cruise control, auto climate control, a sunroof, six airbags, a reversing camera, an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, leatherette upholstery, rear AC vents, keyless entry and go, sensor-based keyless access, auto-folding mirrors, a G-force meter, and more. The City has also grown in size, offering a little more interior space, and it’s got more tech like a lane watch camera and Alexa voice assistant integration. Search & read all of our Honda City reviews by top motoring journalists. The first three cars were all very unique in character, with each model being a success for Honda. New Honda City is very spacious. Check price of Honda City in your city. The earlier car’s shoulder line has been moved higher up and it runs the length of the car, and this, along with the sharp crease across the bottom of the doors, gives a nice tension to the body. • I loved the tight rear styling. Copyright © 2020 Autocar India. The diamond-cut 16-inch alloys are attractively styled, but the 185/55 tyres look undersized for this car’s stretched dimensions. Compare prices of all Honda City's sold on CarsGuide over the last 6 months. With modifications to the shapes of certain components, such as the chain case, combustion pump protection, bracket and oval catalytic converter, as well as the inclusion of additional ribs for the engine block and a cover-tightening floating structure, Honda has managed to significantly reduce the squeaking and rattling sound from the engine. Absolutely not! Space and overall comfort are the best in class, the practical cabin with lots of thoughtful touches looks very premium, and, for a change, it’s very well specced with some neat party tricks like the Alexa integration. Up to some extent the exterior of the 5th generation is similar to 4th generation Honda City. They are comfortable with good all-round bolstering, but if I had to nitpick, the lower lumbar support is a bit excessive on the front and rear seats. On par with the competition, Honda offers an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with the new City, although it looks like an aftermarket fitment and sticks out like a sore thumb in an otherwise well-executed cabin. With a very tractable nature and linear power delivery, this is one of the most user-friendly diesels around. The rear … A bigger talking point of the new City is its all-new petrol engine, which belongs to the ‘Earth Dreams’ family. 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