Honda City

Overview

This latest Honda City is the fifth generation, where the first model was launched in 1996. Both cars from Honda have received several updates, including in the features section. You could say the presence of the latest Honda Civic RS and City sedan is quite surprising because the public knows there is a possibility of the emergence of several non-saloon models from the Honda brand. 

The presence of the latest Honda City in the Philippine automotive market will certainly bring changes to various sectors, especially in the exterior sector. This can be seen from the new design that is so elegant and dynamic on each side of the body. On the other hand, for engine performance, this car still relies on the 1.5 liter SOHC i-VTEC engine which is known to be capable of producing quite fierce power. Not only that, the features are also embedded to support safety such as the braking system on this latest Honda City which already relies on ABS technology with EBD.

History

Honda City is a sedan vehicle produced by the Japanese company Honda since 1981 for the Asian market. City was first launched in 1981 with a 3-door vehicle. The first generation Honda City was introduced in November 1981. Introduced for the first time as a 3-door hatchback, this car is very popular in the Japanese market because of its good seat arrangement that creates ample space. The 5th generation Honda City was launched in the Philippines on October 22, 2020. It comes to the market available with three trim levels: the S, V, and RS. Engine options are now refreshed over the previous generation as the all-new City comes with a 16-valve 1.5-liter dual overhead cam (DOHC) gasoline engine that produces 119 hp and 148 Nm of torque.

Price

The Honda City price in the Philippines starts at P848,000.00. The lowest price is the Honda City 1.5 S MT, ranging all the way up to the Honda City 1.5 RS CVT priced at P1,069,000.00. 

Exterior

This latest City sedan also comes with a more sporty and aggressive appearance. This can be seen on each side of the body which does look more dynamic when compared to the previous version. Then, the front bumper and front grille are made more assertive and seem frightening, complete with the "H" logo which further emphasizes the premium aura. Then, on the side is also no less sporty. on the lower side of the sharp curve is also increasingly visible clearly showing the impression that is so ferocious. Then, stepping on the back, you can see the latest rear bumper which is made a little more muted, complete with a more modern stop lamp and also LED technology.

Dimensions

This Honda City has dimensions with a length of 4,442 mm, a width of 1,694 mm and a height of 1,477 mm with a wheelbase of 2,600 mm accompanied by a front and rear footprint of 1,492 and 1,481.

Light

The latest Honda City will rely on a head lamp with Full LED technology complete with fog light and Daytime Running Light (DRL) which is ready to emit bright lighting when driving at night. All models come with LED tail lamps and with a LED high mount stop lamp.

Wheels

Meanwhile, the legs of the Honda City have tire sizes of 175/65 R15 which will wrap the alloy wheels of the 15″ X 5 1/2J type.

Interior

In the interior sector, Honda City is equipped with a variety of entertainment features that are completely automatically installed on the dashboard so that it will pamper its users even more. The Honda City place has 2 rows of seats that can accommodate up to 5 passengers. All car seats apply pretty good material and are covered with fabric. The components for the front seats are designed semi-bucket so that it looks quite sporty.

Dashboard

The dashboard design on this car applies a gun metal garnish color that makes it look elegant and stylish. In the center of the dashboard, there is a floating touch screen measuring 8 inches and has entertainment features such as AM/FM Radio, CD/DVD Player, MP3/WMA Player, USB Port, HDMI Port, AUX Input, Phone Connection, and Bluetooth Connection.

Space&practicality

Entering the cabin space, this luxury sedan from Honda will present an interior wrapped in deep black color with a wide and loose space so that the driver and passengers will feel more free and comfortable and also provided a mug holder and a place to put things on the specifications of the Honda City which can make it easier for anyone who drives it to put a smartphone or a drinking bottle.

Baggage

The Honda City baggage has a capacity of up to 485 liters which is large enough to store some items. The second row of seats is folded by pulling a special lever, so the luggage space will be much wider.

Features

Safety features

The safety features installed on the Honda City are still the same as the pre-facelift version, have braking with ABS, EBD, and Bam technology and are equipped with the Brake Override System feature which will make the car brake when the gas pedal and brake pedal are stepped on together. Dual SRS Airbags for front passengers, 3-point seat belts equipped with pretensioners and ISOFIX plus a special Theter for babies will add to your safety when driving. For the car body, it is certain to apply GCON + ACE which is equipped with a Pedestrian Safety Body to minimize injuries to both the driver and passengers or pedestrians in the event of a collision. Control features such as Vehicle Stability Assist and Hill Start Assist are embedded in this car.

Comfort features

To provide comfort in driving, the specification Honda City is also equipped with Tweeter Speakers that can echo in the ears. In addition to making the driver practical, Honda also embeds a functional panel, namely the Steering Wheel-Mounted Control and the engine start & stop button which is located next to the steering wheel.

Infotainment features

Honda City in the Philippines is equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen audio infotainment system for the S CVT, V CVT and RS CVT variants. The entry-level S variant only comes with a 2-DIN Audio system. For models with an 8-inch head unit, it comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard along with WebLink. Bluetooth connectivity is standard for all Honda City variants, however only the S variant is equipped with 1 USB port while the other models are equipped with 2.

Powertrain performance

Engine

Honda provides this luxury sedan with a 1.5 L SOHC 4 cylinder engine type which has a cubication capacity of up to 1,497cc with 16 valves. In fact, the machine already carries the technology –VTEC + DBW + DICT. The sophisticated engine embedded in the Honda City is believed to be able to produce very strong and reliable power, which is capable of reaching a maximum power point of up to 120 PS at 6,600 rpm and peak torque at 145 Nm for every 4,600 rpm rotation.

Transmission

The power generated from the Honda luxury sedan engine will be mated to 2 variants of the transmission system, namely a 6-speed manual and a CVT transmission.

Riding & Control

The manufacturer founded by Soichiro Honda is also famous for its comfortable yet stable suspension slam. Honda City is also equipped with a sturdy suspension, namely the MacPherson Strut type suspension which is embedded in the front. Meanwhile, the rear suspension uses an H-Shape Torsion Beam. Both suspensions are considered very sufficient to withstand the vibrations or shocks generated by this car and provide a sense of comfort to the driver and passengers.

Fuel consumption

This Honda City specification has also embedded a fuel supply system technology with the PGM-FI system which is known to provide fuel supply efficiency with a compression ratio of 10.3: 1 so that it will make this Honda City a formidable sedan that is fuel efficient and engine performance becomes better. more optimal. The fuel consumption of the Honda City sedan was recorded at 18.7 km / liter when the full to full calculation method was carried out

Conclusion

This car offers a new breakthrough for sedans that have a modern concept with various cool features in it and is supported by all the advantages that exist both in terms of engine performance, exterior or interior appearance and the comfort provided to the driver. This Honda City sedan is ready to add to the diversity of luxury sedans currently circulating in the Philippines and it is worth trying to have one.