Last Updated on: 24 Dec 2025
Honda City
The Honda City price in India starts at ₹11.95 lakh(ex-showroom). The City is Honda's most iconic and longest-serving model in the country.
The Honda City rivals the Hyundai Verna, Skoda Slavia, Volkswagen Virtus and other premium mid-size sedans in the segment.
The City is offered with a 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol, paired to 6-MT or CVT depending on variant. A strong‑hybrid City e:HEV, based on the ZX trim with an Atkinson‑cycle 1.5 petrol and dual‑motor setup mated to an e‑CVT, is sold as a separate variant.
The City comes well-equipped for its category and offers a strong blend of comfort, technology and practicality. It offers features such as cruise control, convenience amenities, ADAS, and a comprehensive safety suite.
The Honda City mileage varies by powertrain and transmission and ranges between 17.8 kmpl - 27.26 kmpl.
Honda City Highlights
- The Honda City price starts at ₹11.95 lakh (ex-showroom).
- The City gets a 1.5-litre petrol engine (121 hp / 145 Nm) with manual (MT) or CVT automatic gearboxes.
- A hybrid variant (e:HEV) is offered, with a combined system output of approx 126 hp and claimed efficiency of around 20 kpl.
- The City is equipped with Honda Sensing ADAS (Level 2), available from the V variant onwards, featuring lane keep assist, lane departure alert, road departure mitigation, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and auto high-beam.
- The City features include an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment, wireless connectivity, automatic climate control, rear AC vents and auto dimming IRVM.
- The Honda City has a boot space of 506 litres.
- The Honda City fuel tank capacity is 40 litres.
- The City has a ground clearance of 165 mm.
- Safety features of the City include 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), hill start assist, rear parking sensors, ISOFIX child seats, tyre pressure monitoring system, and a rearview camera.
- The current generation Honda City secured a 4-star Global NCAP safety rating.
- Honda City dimensions stand at 4,583 mm length, 1,748 mm width, 1,489 mm height, and a 2,600 mm wheelbase.
Honda City Latest Updates
- October 2025: Honda City is currently available with festive offers of up to Rs. 1.27 lakh.
- September 2025: The Honda City has received a price cut in the Rs. 41,790 to Rs. 57,500 range. Its new starting price is Rs. 11.95 lakh (ex-showroom).
- March 2023 : Honda City fifth generation facelift launched
- May 2022 : Honda City e:HEV launched at Rs 19.49 lakh
July 2020 : 2020 Honda City launched at Rs 10.90 lakh
Honda City Features and specifications
Our Rating | 8 |
Mileage | 17.8 kmpl - 27.26 kmpl |
Engine | 1498 cc |
Fuel Type | Petrol-Electric Hybrid, Petrol |
Transmission | e-CVT, Manual, CVT Auto |
Seats | 5 |
Body Style | Sedan |
Doors | 4 |
Max Power | 100hp at 5600-6400rpm |
Max Torque | 131Nm at 4500-5000rpm |
Warranty Distance | Unlimited km |
Warranty Duration | 3 Years |
Honda City price & variants
The Honda City price in India starts at ₹11.95 lakh (ex-showroom), with on-road prices ranging from ₹13.90 lakh to ₹22.56 lakh, depending on city and variant.
The City variants include 8 trims, with the 1.5 Petrol SV MT as the entry-level and the 1.5 Petrol Hybrid ZX e-CVT as the top model.
The 1.5 Petrol Hybrid ZX e-CVT includes premium equipment like the 8-inch touchscreen, automatic climate control, rear AC vents, six airbags, and ADAS features.
Honda City expert review
We like
Space and comfort
Well-rounded performance
We don't like
Misses ventilated seats
Premium pricing
8.0
9.0
7.0
9.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
Reviewed by: Saumil Shah
Honda City comparison


Honda City mileage
Honda City petrol mileage is 17.8kpl.The City hybrid promises 27.13kpl.
| Fuel type | Displacement | Transmission | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol-Electric Hybrid | 1498 cc | e-CVT | 27.26 kmpl |
| Petrol | 1498 cc | Manual | 17.8 kmpl |
| Petrol | 1498 cc | CVT Auto | 18.4 kmpl |
Honda City news
Honda City Images
The Honda City images highlight its refined sedan profile, chrome detailing, LED lighting and cabin layout with spacious rear seating.
Honda City Colours
Honda offers 6 colours on the City car, including: Obsidian Blue, Radiant Red, White Pearl, Golden Brown, Meteoroid Grey, and Lunar Silver.. The City’s interior typically features a dual-tone black and beige theme.
Honda City FAQs
Trending Questions on Honda City - Answered by Autocar Experts
I am a loyal Honda customer and have driven an Accord in the Gulf and currently own a Honda City in India. I would now like to replace my car with an automatic. I am considering the Volkswagen Virtus, Hyundai Verna, and the Honda City e-HEV. Please advise.
Hi, we are a family of three adults and one teenager. Over the past 10 years, we have owned a Honda Brio S MT, a Honda City V MT, and a Maruti Celerio AMT. The biggest advantage has been very low maintenance and minimal to no electrical or mechanical issues. We are now planning to buy a new automatic transmission car (non-AMT, as we want to avoid shift jerks). Any body type is acceptable. We plan to make the purchase in the next 6 to 12 months, with a budget of up to ₹17 lakh. Our main requirements are good city mileage, good safety, and decent performance.
My father bought a Honda City 1.5 in 1999, and he was fond of all types of cars. He also owned a Standard double-door and even suggested the Tatkal concept to Maruti. I am still using the Honda City that my father bought in 1999, and to this day, there is no match for that generation of the Honda City. Although I own other cars as well, I still drive this amazing Honda City to my office every day.
It is great to hear that you are still enjoying your 1999 Honda City. It was a game-changer in its time and remains a very enjoyable car to drive.
If you are looking for a new sedan, we would suggest waiting, as options like the Hyundai Verna, Honda City, Skoda Slavia, and Volkswagen Virtus are due for updates. If you want to buy something right now that is great to drive and looks good too, the Volkswagen Virtus GT with the 1.5 litre TSI engine is worth considering.
I am a senior citizen above 70 years of age and am looking to change my car. After driving sedans for more than 20 years, I am finding it difficult to choose a new one, as the market is full of SUVs. I do not like high cars, as they feel like mini trucks to me. My monthly city driving is between 500 and 1,000km, with no highway usage. My budget is ₹16 to 18 lakh. Please advise.
Hi, I’m confused between the Honda Elevate and the Honda City. My basic requirements are safety, comfort and reliability, especially on highways. I have heard that the Elevate has high NVH levels, while the City’s ground clearance and narrow tyres could be problematic. I don’t plan to do any off-roading but want to drive comfortably on ghats and long distances. I am very confused and would appreciate any advice.
Yes, NVH levels in the Honda Elevate are quite high, and thus, if it's only the ghats and long drives that you are considering, the Honda City will do just fine.
Moreover, the City will be more fuel efficient than the Elevate, even more so if you get the hybrid version, thus you will save on fuel bills during your long-distance travels. The only downside of the City is that its ground clearance is low, which can be a problem on bad roads.
However, if you are not going to go off-roading and the roads in your area are generally in good condition, this should not be a deal-breaker.














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