KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Small price variations between updated and non-updated versions
- All variants come with a 1.5-litre petrol engine
- SV* and V variants are manual-only; others offer both manual and CVT
- ADAS is available in all variants except the entry-level one
Honda launched the 5th generation City in July 2020. Since then, many competitors have introduced new models, and features that were once exclusive to higher trims have become standard. To keep up, Honda also updated some safety features this year. If you're considering this model, you'll want a detailed look at the different variants. To help you out, we've provided an in-depth explanation of each variant below. Keep reading to learn more. Also, make sure to become a member of our 91Wheels WhatsApp channel to get the latest auto updates.
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Honda City 5th Gen: Variants And Prices
| Variants | MT (Manual) | CVT (Automatic) |
| SV | Rs 11,82,000 | Rs 13,95,000 |
| SV* (variants with Reinforced Safety features) | Rs 12,08,100 | - |
| V | Rs 12,70,000 | - |
| V-Elegant | Rs 12.80,000 | Rs 14,05,000 |
| V* (variants with Reinforced Safety features) | Rs 12,85,000 | Rs 14,10,000 |
| VX | Rs 13,82,000 | Rs 15,07,000 |
| VX* (variants with Reinforced Safety features) | Rs 13,92,000 | Rs 15,17,000 |
| ZX | Rs 15,05,000 | Rs 16,30,000 |
| ZX* (variants with Reinforced Safety features) | Rs 15,10,000 | Rs 16,35,000 |
The 5th generation Honda City is available in several variants: SV, V, VX, and ZX. There is also an Elegant Edition based on the V variant. In April, Honda added important safety features to these variants. Currently, the official Honda website lists versions with and without these reinforced safety features.
| Feature | Description | Variants |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 Airbags as standard application | All Variants (newly introduced in SV and V) |
| Seat Belt Reminder | Seat Belt Reminder for all 5 seats (newly introduced rear seat belt reminder in all grades) | All Variants |
| Color TFT Meter Display | 10.6 cm (4.2 inch) Color TFT Meter Display | SV Variant |
| Premium Surround Sound System | 8-speaker premium surround sound system | VX Variant |
| Rear Sunshade | Rear Sunshade | VX Variant |
All variants except for the V-Elegant are available in both versionsone before the safety upgrades and one with the updated safety features. The price difference between these versions isn't very large.
The base SV variant is priced at Rs 11.82 lakh. The SV MT and SV* MT have a Rs 26,100 price difference. The SV* variant does not have a CVT option, while the SV CVT is Rs 1,86,900 more expensive than the SV MT. For other variants, the price differences between the updated and non-updated versions are similar. The V and V* MT have a Rs 15,000 difference, the VX and VX* MT have a Rs 10,000 difference, and the ZX and ZX* MT have a Rs 5,000 difference. The CVT transmission variants are more expensive, but the price differences between the updated and non-updated versions are the same as in the MT variants.
Honda City 5th Gen: Power And Performance
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre petrol engine |
| Type | Water Cooled Inline 4 Cylinder i-VTEC DOHC with VTC |
| No. of Valves | 16 |
| Max Power | 89 [121 ps] at 6,600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 RPM |
| Fuel Efficiency | 17.8 (MT), 18.4 (CVT) |
| Manual Transmission | 6 Forward & 1 Reverse |
| Automatic Transmission | CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) |
All the variants have a single engine option: a 1.5-litre petrol engine. Except for the SV* and V variants, which are only available with a manual transmission, all other variants offer both manual and CVT gearbox options.
Honda City 5th Gen: Hardware
| Hardware | (Available across all variants) |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Anti-Roll Bar | Torsion Bar Type |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Hydraulic Nitrogen Gas-filled |
| Front Brake | Disc (Ventilated) |
| Rear Brake | Drum |
| Parking Brake | Mechanically Activating |
| SV | V & VX | ZX | |
| Tyre Size | Tubeless Radial 185/60 R15 84H | Tubeless Radial 185/60 R15 84H | 185/55 R16 83H |
| Type | Steel Whel with Trim Cover | Dual Tone Diamond-Cut Multi-Spoke ally wheels | Dual Tone Diamond-Cut Multi-Spoke ally wheels |
Honda City 5th Gen: Comfort, Convenience, And Safety
| Features | SV | V | VX | ZX |
| 8-inch Touchscreen | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driver Display | 4.2 inch Colour TFT | 4.2 inch Colour TFT | 4.2 inch Colour TFT | 7 inch HD Full Colour TFT |
| Android Auto & Apple CarPlay | Wired | wired/wireless | wired/wireless | wired/wireless |
| Front Headlamps | Projector Headlamps with 3-eye L-shaped Plating | Projector Headlamps with 3-eye L-shaped Plating | Projector Headlamps with 3-eye L-shaped Plating | Full LED Headlamps with 9 LED Array & L-Shaped LED Guide-type Turn Signal |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | Bulb | Bulb | LED |
| Sound System | 4 | 4 | 8 | 8 |
| Wireless Charger | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Ambient Light | No | No | No | Yes |
| Next-Gen Honda Connect with TCU | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Powe Window With Pinch Guard | Driver | Driver | Driver | All Windows |
| Autofold ORVM | No | No | No | Yes |
| Power ORVM | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Shade | No | No | Yes | Yes |
The updated Honda City variants come with many features similar to the non-updated ones, but there are some important differences, especially in safety. For example, the updated variants have six airbags as standard, whereas the non-updated variants do not have six airbags across all models. Additionally, there are other safety enhancements mentioned above.
Across all variants, the Honda City includes features like steering-mounted audio controls, hands-free telephone and voice recognition switches with illumination, fully automatic climate control, rear AC vents, a PM2.5 dust and pollen cabin filter, a driver seat height adjuster, and more.
Safety-wise, all variants come with six airbags, front seatbelt pre-tensioners with load limiters, three-point ELR seatbelts for all five seats, head restraints for all five seats, ISOFIX child seat anchors, a rear camera, rear parking sensors, ABS, EBD, BA with EBD, and VSA with electronic stability and traction control. However, advanced safety features like Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), adaptive cruise control, Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Lead Car Departure Notification System, Road Departure Mitigation System, and Auto Hold are only available on the V, VX, and ZX variants.
The smart keyless remote feature allows one-push start/stop button and keyless electrical trunk lock across all variants. However, the V, VX, and ZX variants also include touch sensor-based keyless access, walk-away auto-lock, and remote engine start (with CVT only). The ZX variant further includes power windows and sunroof controls via the keyless remote. The multifunction driver information interface displays a lot of information, but only the top ZX variant has a digital speedometer and a G-meter display. Safety support settings are missing in the entry-level variant only.4o
Honda City 5th Gen Variants: Dimensions
| Dimension | SV, V, VX | ZX |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Length (mm) | 4,574 | 4,583 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 1,748 | 1,748 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1,489 | 1,489 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2,600 | 2,600 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 40 | 40 |
| Boot Space (Litres) | 506 | 506 |
Verdict
Weve tried to explain things as clearly as possible, but ultimately its up to the customers. If money is a concern, they might want to consider the second-tier options. For those with a bigger budget, the higher-end models are available. If youre exploring other options, dont hesitate to check out what else is on the market
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