Honda's redesigned Amaze compact sedan launching in South Africa this week
The Honda Amaze gets a bolder look for 2025.
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Honda's heavily updated Amaze compact sedan arrives in South Africa this week, sporting a bolder look and smarter cabin.
It goes up against the newly launched Suzuki Dzire, Hyundai Grand i10 sedan and Kia Pegas in a segment that has become somewhat sidelined by SUVs and hatchbacks.
Pricing for the new Honda Amaze will be announced shortly, but it is expected to start below the R300,000 mark.
For 2025, the compact sedan gains a more confident exterior design, with highlights including a large honeycomb grille reminiscent of the latest Honda CR-V and a more elegant rear section with horizontal taillamps that forge a close family resemblance to the latest Ballade.
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Honda's modern DNA is further evident inside, where we see a new dashboard that takes inspiration from the latest Civic and CR-V. The cockpit features a strong horizontal design theme, largely thanks to a full length air vent bar, and the tech package includes an 8.0-inch 'floating' infotainment screen.
The local features list remains under wraps, but in its home market of India the Amaze offers new features such as wireless phone charging.
The cabin has been completely redesigned.
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Furthermore, it is now fitted with six airbags and is offered with an expanded range of ADAS active safety features, including a LaneWatch Camera and multi-angle rear camera.
Power comes from the familiar 1.2-litre i-VTEC normally aspirated petrol engine, which delivers 66kW and 110Nm.
While the mechanicals remain unchanged, Honda is promising lower noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) levels, thanks to improved soundproofing and measures to mitigate engine and road noise.
Stay tuned for updates on the new Honda Amaze, with pricing and detailed specifications expected to be announced on Tuesday.
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