Head-Turning Design for Modern Roads
The 2025 Honda City arrives with a fresh face that mixes sport and elegance. A wider chrome grille flows into sleek LED headlights, while a new bumper with arrow-shaped DRLs makes the sedan look lower and more confident. The side view shows crisp shoulder lines and 16-inch dual-tone alloys that fill the arches nicely. At the back, wraparound LED taillamps and a ducktail lip spoiler round out a design that grabs attention without being loud. Overall length grows to 4,583 mm, but clever sculpting keeps the car easy to park on crowded streets.
Premium Cabin That Feels a Class Up
Open the door and soft-touch panels, padded door tops, and contrast-stitch leatherette seats greet the driver. Honda added sound-insulating windshield glass and thicker door seals, so highway chatter drops by nearly four decibels. The center stage is a floating 10.5-inch touchscreen angled toward the driver, backed by a seven-inch digital instrument cluster that can switch between Classic, Sport, and Eco layouts. Rear passengers enjoy best-in-class knee room and two fast USB-C chargers, while a panoramic sunroof on the ZX+ trim bathes the cabin in natural light.
Efficient 1.5-Liter Engine With Punch
Honda sticks with its proven 1,498 cc i-VTEC four-cylinder but adds dual injection and a new exhaust manifold to improve both power and economy. The engine mates to either a slick six-speed manual or an updated CVT with stepped ratios for a more natural feel.
| Engine & Drivetrain | Figures |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,498 cc |
| Power | 119 hp @ 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 145 Nm @ 4,300 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-MT / CVT |
| ARAI mileage | 17.8 km/l (MT) / 18.4 km/l (CVT) |
The re-mapped Eco mode softens throttle response and keeps revs low, helping real-world commuters see up to 20 km/l on open highways. For a little more fun, Sport mode sharpens throttle inputs and holds gears longer, letting the City sprint to 100 km/h in under ten seconds.
High-Tech Features for Connected Living
The new infotainment system supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus Alexa Built-In so owners can start the AC or check fuel range with a simple voice command. A Bose eight-speaker audio package, wireless phone charger, and built-in Wi-Fi hotspot keep everyone entertained on road trips. Honda Sensing now uses a wider camera and new radar, unlocking traffic-jam assist and front cross-traffic alert that warns of vehicles approaching at intersections.
Safety First, Always
All variants carry six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, and a tire-pressure monitor. The LaneWatch camera, first seen on the Civic, shows the left blind spot on the infotainment screen every time the driver signals left. Rear parking sensors and a multi-angle camera make tight parallel spots easier to navigate. The City also earns a five-star Bharat NCAP rating, thanks to a stronger crash structure with 15 percent more high-tensile steel.
Price, Variants, and Easy Finance
| Variant | Key extras | Ex-showroom price* |
|---|---|---|
| V | 7-in screen, LED DRLs | ₹12.75 lakh |
| VX | 10.5-in screen, sunroof | ₹14.45 lakh |
| ZX | Leatherette, 6 airbags | ₹15.65 lakh |
| ZX+ | Bose audio, Honda Sensing | ₹16.95 lakh |
*Introductory prices; destination charges extra.
Honda Finance offers a launch plan that lets buyers put down ₹1.5 lakh and pay ₹17,200 per month for five years at 7.9 percent interest. A five-year service package costs ₹18,900 and covers all oil, filters, and labor, locking maintenance at roughly ₹315 per month.
Quick highlights
- Panoramic sunroof and leather-style seats bring luxury to the segment
- New 10.5-inch touchscreen supports wireless smartphone mirroring
- Honda Sensing adds traffic-jam assist and front cross-traffic alert
- Dual-injector i-VTEC engine delivers up to 18.4 km/l without losing pep
- Five-star safety rating and six airbags standard across the range
With bold styling, a quiet upscale cabin, and tech features usually found in larger sedans, the 2025 Honda City once again raises the bar for compact sedans in the U.S. and India alike.