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Honda City

Honda's long-running midsize sedan, updated in May 2026, with a 4.58-metre body, a 506-litre boot and a rear seat that most SUVs at this price can't match. It suits buyers who value ride comfort, refinement and a smooth automatic over ground clearance, and the e:HEV hybrid suits high-mileage city drivers.

₹12.00 – 21.36 lakhEx-showroom, October 2026

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Seating: 5
Engine: 1498 cc
Mileage: 17.77–27.26 km/l

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At a glance

Six airbags and TPMS on every variant
Level 2 ADAS from the V trim upwards
506 litres of boot
121 PS 1.5 petrol with manual or CVT
Hybrid claims 27.26 km/l, top trim only
CVT costs ₹1 lakh more at each trim

Our pick at each price

V₹13.51 lakh
At ₹13.51 lakh (manual) it adds Honda's ADAS suite, wireless phone mirroring, alloys and keyless entry to the SV. Choose the V CVT at ₹14.51 lakh if you drive mainly in traffic.
ZX₹15.47 lakh
Worth the extra ₹1.96 lakh over the V only if you want the sunroof, bigger screen, 8-speaker audio, wireless charger and leatherette seats. The manual is ₹15.47 lakh, the CVT ₹16.47 lakh.

Rivals

Volkswagen Virtus₹10.71 – 19.20 lakh
Hyundai Verna₹10.99 – 18.31 lakh
Tata Tigor EV₹12.49 – 13.75 lakh

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Honda City specifications

Mileage (ARAI)17.77–27.26 km/l
TransmissionManual, CVT, e-CVT
Body typeSedan
Fuel typePetrol, Hybrid
Engine1498 cc
Seating capacity5

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Engines	1.5 petrol, 1.5 strong-hybrid
Gearboxes	Manual, CVT, e-CVT
Power	121–126 PS
Torque	145–253 Nm
Mileage (ARAI)	17.77–27.26 km/l
Seats	5
Length	4583 mm
Width	1748 mm
Height	1467 mm
Wheelbase	2600 mm
Ground clearance	165 mm
Boot space	506 litres
Fuel tank	40 litres

Honda City variants: price and features

Base variant
City
SV
Petrol · 1498 cc · Manual · 17.77 km/l
₹12.00 lakhOn-road price
Key features
- 6 airbags
- Tyre pressure monitor
- LED projector headlamps
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- 6 airbags
- Tyre pressure monitor
- LED projector headlamps
- 8-inch touchscreen
- Automatic climate control with rear vents
- Rear parking camera
- Push-button start
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City
V
Petrol · 1498 cc · Manual · 17.77 km/l
₹13.51 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹1.51 lakh more than SV for
- Level 2 ADAS
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- 15-inch alloy wheels
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- Level 2 ADAS
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- 15-inch alloy wheels
- Keyless entry
- Connected-car features
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City
V
Petrol · 1498 cc · CVT · 17.97 km/l
₹14.51 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹1.00 lakh more than V for
- 7-step CVT
- Paddle shifters
- Remote engine start
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- 7-step CVT
- Paddle shifters
- Remote engine start
- Level 2 ADAS
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
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ZX
Petrol · 1498 cc · Manual · 17.77 km/l
₹15.47 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹0.96 lakh more than V for
- Sunroof
- 10.1-inch touchscreen
- 8-speaker audio
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- Sunroof
- 10.1-inch touchscreen
- 8-speaker audio
- Wireless phone charger
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Leatherette upholstery
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ZX+
Petrol · 1498 cc · Manual · 17.77 km/l
₹16.36 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹0.89 lakh more than ZX for
- Ventilated front seats
- 360-degree camera
- 7-inch driver display
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- Ventilated front seats
- 360-degree camera
- 7-inch driver display
- One-touch windows all round
- Auto-folding mirrors
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ZX
Petrol · 1498 cc · CVT · 17.97 km/l
₹16.47 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹0.11 lakh more than ZX+ for
- Sunroof
- 10.1-inch touchscreen
- 8-speaker audio
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- Sunroof
- 10.1-inch touchscreen
- 8-speaker audio
- Wireless phone charger
- LaneWatch camera
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ZX+
Petrol · 1498 cc · CVT · 17.97 km/l
₹17.36 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹0.89 lakh more than ZX for
- Ventilated front seats
- 360-degree camera
- 7-inch driver display
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- Ventilated front seats
- 360-degree camera
- 7-inch driver display
- Auto-folding mirrors
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Top variant
City
ZX+
Hybrid · 1498 cc · e-CVT · 27.26 km/l
₹21.36 lakhOn-road price
Pay ₹4.00 lakh more than ZX+ for
- 126 PS strong hybrid, 253 Nm
- Adaptive cruise with low-speed follow
- Rear disc brakes
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- 126 PS strong hybrid, 253 Nm
- Adaptive cruise with low-speed follow
- Rear disc brakes
- Electronic parking brake with auto hold
- Ventilated front seats
- 360-degree camera
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Our verdict on the City

The City remains the sensible sedan to buy. It is roomy in the back, rides well, has a large boot and a proven, refined 1.5 petrol, and the 2026 update adds the features the old car lacked, such as a 360-degree camera and ventilated seats. Six airbags come with every variant and ADAS from the V. Our advice is to stop at the V or ZX, because the ZX+ adds comforts that cost close to ₹1 lakh. The e:HEV is efficient and smooth, but at ₹21.36 lakh it costs about ₹4 lakh more than the ZX+ CVT, so it makes sense only if you drive a lot in the city. If you need ground clearance for bad roads or want a turbo engine, the Slavia and Virtus are quicker, and a midsize SUV sits higher.

Good things

Spacious rear seat and a 506-litre boot
Six airbags and TPMS on every variant, Level 2 ADAS from the V
Smooth, proven 1.5 petrol with a well-matched CVT option
Strong hybrid option claiming 27.26 km/l

Could be better

The non-turbo 121 PS engine has only 145 Nm and feels flat next to the turbo Slavia and Virtus
The e:HEV is only sold as the top ZX+ and costs about ₹4 lakh more than the petrol CVT
A low-slung sedan needs care on speed breakers and broken roads
Base SV is manual only, so the cheapest automatic is the ₹14.51 lakh V CVT

Honda City colours and photos

Colours on sale

Platinum White Pearl
Lunar Silver Metallic
Meteoroid Gray Metallic
Radiant Red Metallic
Obsidian Blue Pearl
Crystal Black Pearl

Honda City: the comfortable, sensible sedan

The fifth-generation City got a facelift in May 2026, with a new front end, a 10.1-inch touchscreen, a 360-degree camera and ventilated front seats. Prices run from ₹12 lakh to about ₹21.36 lakh ex-showroom across eight variants. The body is 4,583 mm long with a 2,600 mm wheelbase, and the 506-litre boot is one of the largest in this price band.

Two powertrains are offered. The 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol makes 121 PS and 145 Nm, with a six-speed manual or a CVT, and claims 17.77 km/l (manual) or 17.97 km/l (CVT). The e:HEV strong hybrid pairs a 1.5 petrol engine with two electric motors for a combined 126 PS and 253 Nm, claims 27.26 km/l, and is only available in the top ZX+ trim.

Every City has six airbags, stability control, hill-start assist, TPMS, LED projector headlamps and automatic climate control. From the V upwards you get Honda Sensing, the brand's Level 2 ADAS, plus wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The ZX adds a sunroof and the larger screen, and the ZX+ adds ventilated seats and the 360-degree camera.

Which variant should you buy?

The V. At ₹13.51 lakh for the manual it brings the ADAS suite, wireless phone mirroring, alloys and keyless entry, which are the features most owners use. The ZX is worth ₹1.96 lakh more only if you want the sunroof, 8-speaker audio and wireless charger. The ZX+ adds ventilated seats and a 360-degree camera for another ₹89,000, which is a lot for two features.

Petrol or hybrid?

The e:HEV claims 27.26 km/l against 17.97 km/l for the petrol CVT, and it is smoother and quicker in town. It also costs about ₹4 lakh more than the ZX+ CVT. At ₹100 a litre, the saving is roughly ₹1.90 per kilometre, so you need to cover around two lakh kilometres before the fuel savings cover the premium. Buy it if you drive a lot in the city and keep cars for a long time, not to save money in three years.

Manual or CVT?

The CVT costs ₹1 lakh more at every trim and claims slightly better economy than the manual. It is smooth and suits the relaxed nature of the engine in traffic. On the V it also adds paddle shifters and remote engine start. Unless you mostly drive on the highway and enjoy changing gears, we would pay for the CVT.

How does it compare with the Skoda Slavia and VW Virtus?

The Slavia and Virtus offer turbo petrol engines that are noticeably quicker, especially the 1.5 TSI. The City counters with a more spacious, comfortable cabin, Level 2 ADAS from the mid trim, a hybrid option and Honda's reputation for reliability and resale. If you enjoy driving, test the Germans. If comfort and low running costs matter more, the City is the safer buy.

City vs rivals

Spec	Honda City₹12.00 – 21.36 lakh	Volkswagen Virtus₹10.71 – 19.20 lakh	Hyundai Verna₹10.99 – 18.31 lakh	Tata Tigor EV₹12.49 – 13.75 lakh	Maruti Suzuki Dzire₹6.31 – 9.54 lakh
Body	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan
Fuel	Petrol, Hybrid	Petrol	Petrol	Electric	Petrol, CNG
Engines	1.5 petrol, 1.5 strong-hybrid	1.0 TSI, 1.5 TSI	1.5 petrol, 1.5 turbo petrol	Electric	1.2 petrol, 1.2 CNG
Power	121–126 PS	150 PS	115 PS / 160 PS turbo	75 PS	82.93 PS
Gearbox	Manual, CVT, e-CVT	Manual, Automatic, DSG	6-speed manual, IVT, 7-speed DCT	Single-speed	Manual, Automatic
Mileage	17.77–27.26 km/l	18.45–20.8 km/l	18.6–20.6 km/l	315 km claimed	25.15–26.13 km/l
Seats	5	5	5	5	5
Boot	506 litres	521 litres	528 litres	316 litres	382 litres
Compare	Viewing	City vs Virtus	City vs Verna	City vs Tigor EV	City vs Dzire

Honda City mileage

1498 cc, PetrolManual
Claimed (ARAI)
17.77 km/l
Variants
4
1498 cc, PetrolCVT
Claimed (ARAI)
17.97 km/l
Variants
3
1498 cc, Hybride-CVT
Claimed (ARAI)
27.26 km/l
Variants
1

Honda City on-road price and EMI

Every state →

New Delhi₹13.88 – 24.61 lakh
Mumbai₹14.15 – 25.30 lakh
Bengaluru₹14.95 – 26.74 lakh
Chennai₹14.84 – 26.74 lakh
Kolkata₹13.88 – 24.61 lakh
Bhopal₹13.88 – 25.46 lakh

Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.

City EMI

₹20,160 a month

On ₹12.00 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹2.40 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹2.50 lakh.

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Honda City FAQ

What is the price of the Honda City in India?

The Honda City costs ₹12.00 to 21.36 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.

Which fuel options does the Honda City come with?

The Honda City is sold with petrol and hybrid power (1.5 petrol, 1.5 strong-hybrid).

What is the mileage of the Honda City?

The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Honda City is 17.77–27.26 km/l.

How many people can the Honda City seat?

The Honda City is a 5-seater sedan.

What is the length of the Honda City?

The Honda City is 4583 mm long, 1748 mm wide and 1467 mm tall, with a 2600 mm wheelbase.

How much boot space does the Honda City have?

The Honda City has 506 litres of boot space.

Does the Honda City come with an automatic gearbox?

The Honda City is offered with manual, cvt, e-cvt gearboxes.

What is the ground clearance of the Honda City?

The Honda City has 165 mm of ground clearance.

Which Honda City variant should I buy?

It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.