
Honda City hybrid price slashed: Check new price and features
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.

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