Honda City hybrid gets big price cut: New price, how much you save

Honda Cars

has slashed the price of its City e:HEV by nearly Rs 1 lakh. The strong-hybrid version of the popular

midsize sedan

is now available at Rs 19.90 lakh, ex-showroom, down from its previous price tag of Rs 20.85 lakh. This reduction of Rs 95,010 brings the hybrid model closer to its initial launch price.

Honda City e:HEV: Powertrain and fuel efficiency

The Honda City e:HEV is offered exclusively in the fully-loaded ZX variant, following the discontinuation of the lower V trim.Powering the

Honda City hybrid

is a

1.5-litre petrol engine

that runs on the fuel-efficient Atkinson cycle. It works alongside two electric motors: one helps start the engine and charges the battery, while the other drives the car using electricity from a lithium-ion battery pack. Together, this petrol-electric setup produces 126 hp and 253 Nm of torque. The power is delivered to the front wheels through an e-CVT automatic gearbox. The hybrid system is tuned for maximum efficiency, and Honda claims an ARAI-certified fuel economy of 27.26 kmpl.

On the inside, the sedan comes well-equipped with features that cater to both comfort and safety. The cabin houses an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a wireless phone charger, and ADAS. These include Lane Keep Assist, Collision Mitigation Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Road Departure Mitigation, and Auto High Beam.Stay tuned to TOI Auto for latest updates on the automotive sector and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X.