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Rahul P.
Mumbai • Apr 2026
Owned 6 months
Does what it promises
Happy with the City after daily use. Running costs and service experience match expectations for the segment.
About the car
City
City remains the default midsize sedan for comfort, space and Honda reliability. Strong rear seat, smooth CVT and a hybrid option on top trims keep it competitive against SUVs.
- 1.5L i-VTEC
- Honda Sensing ADAS
- 506 litres boot
- 6 airbags
Color customization
Pick your hue.
Cycle through the available finishes. Where we have official photography, swatches load the real car in that colour — otherwise we render a tinted preview.
Platinum White Pearl
Real photo
Available shades
6 finishes
Selected colour does not affect price unless it's a premium-paint option. Confirm with the dealer at booking.
Key specifications
The numbers that matter.
Verified from the manufacturer's spec sheet. Real-world performance can vary with conditions and trim.
Engine
1498 cc i-VTEC petrol
Power
119 bhp @ 6600 rpm
Torque
145 Nm @ 4300 rpm
0 - 100 km/h
10.2 s
Top Speed
190 km/h
Mileage
17.8 kmpl MT / 18.4 kmpl CVT
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
6-speed MT / 7-step CVT
Owner Rating
4.5 / 5
Pricing & variants
All 3 variants, both prices.
Toggle between ex-showroom and on-road pricing. Default city is Delhi — actual numbers vary by city and dealer.
Variant
Ex-showroom
On-road
SV MT
Petrol • 6-speed Manual
Showroom
₹12,04,000
On-road
₹13,50,000
Popular
VX MT
Petrol • 6-speed Manual
Showroom
₹13,92,000
On-road
₹15,80,000
ZX CVT
Petrol • 7-step CVT
Showroom
₹16,75,000
On-road
₹18,95,000
On-road price is indicative and includes road tax, insurance, registration and handling. Final numbers depend on city, variant, and selected accessories.
Expert review
What our editor thinks.
Akhil Mehra
Senior Motoring Editor, RideBuilders
Editor's score
4.5/ 5.0
If you want a comfortable family sedan, City still sets the bar. Hybrid is the efficiency pick; petrol for simplicity.
- Outstanding rear space
- Refined drivetrain
- Strong resale
Pros & cons
The honest summary.
Everything we'd shout from the rooftop, and the niggles we'd wish away.
What we love
Pros
- Excellent comfort
- Reliable engines
- Good safety
- Hybrid efficiency
Where it falls short
Cons
- Ground clearance is low
- Infotainment lags best rivals
- Price on top trims
Ratings & owner reviews
Verified by owners.
Overall rating
4.5/ 5.0
Based on 420 verified owner reviews
Performance
4.5
Comfort
4.4
Features
4.5
Value
4.5
Build
4.5
S
Sneha K.
Bengaluru • Mar 2026
Owned 1 year
Solid daily choice
Comfortable for commutes, easy to park. Would like a bit more boot space but overall very satisfied.
A
Arjun M.
Delhi • Feb 2026
Owned 8 months
Worth the money
Feature list and safety for the price impressed us. Dealer experience was smooth.
Frequently asked
Need clarity?
We've got you.
The questions we hear most about the City, answered straight.
Ex-showroom starts around ₹12.04 L. On-road pricing typically starts around ₹13,50,000; higher variants cost more depending on city, registration, insurance and accessories.
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