Automobile blogs based out of Thailand, a hot market for Honda products, have started reporting on the Honda City mild makeover expected to debut by October. To ensure no misinterpretation – there will be no drastic redo on the exterior.
Subtle changes to the front fascia, tail lights, bumpers and wheels are obvious. A display that gives out real-time fuel consumption data is expected to make an appearance. Other relevant additions will be appreciated, but we’re puzzled about which ones will make the cut. Interior upholstery can upgraded and minor changes to the dashboard is another prediction.
Honda revealed a City concept car two years ago in Australia sporting LED lamps and new wheels (pictured). Inspiration for the City facelift should most likely come from there.
Honda has said that its compact diesel engine won’t be seen till 2013 so that pretty much puts an end to the powertrain debate. The existing 1.5-liter petrol mill that drums up 118PS will remain shoe-horned under the City’ hood.
What do you think Honda should do with the new City?
Well sustaining in the Indian auto market has never been tough for City. Since day 1 it had flourished. No doubts the competition has become slit throat today, will killer sedans popping out from every corner. But the new aerodynamic styling, kicass acceleration and the probably one of the quietest cabins in the world makes it simply the best.
i think new honda city should come with diesal engine option otherwise i will be very hard for honda to sustain in the market.
this may end up looking better than the 2012 civic!
Reduce the cost and TCO
. I really believe, Honda with very good products, their pricing is very bad.
Till a year ago they did not have any competition for city and was going good.