In February, Honda unveiled the facelifted version of the Honda City Hatchback in Thailand, which has now been displayed at the 45th Bangkok International Motor Show 2024. This updated model features aesthetic and functional enhancements, a new e:HEV hybrid variant, and an improved Honda Sensing kit.
Exterior Updates
- The front appearance has been updated with a redesigned grille and bumper. The chrome bar is now slimmer, and there's a new mesh insert design. The front bumper's accents vary depending on the variant, with the RS variants featuring a honeycomb mesh on the lower intake and more pronounced fog lamp garnishes compared to non-RS variants.
- At the rear, the RS variants now sport a sportier diffuser, black side mirror covers, and variant-specific emblems. The non-RS models include a revised lower apron including a body-colored panel strip and a new black valance.
- Color options for the RS variants have been updated with two new exclusive choices: Ignite Red Metallic and Brilliant Sporty Blue Metallic With Black Roof. Other colors like Meteoroid Gray Metallic, Crystal Black Pearl, Sonic Gray Pearl, Platinum White Pearl (for specific variants), and Taffeta White (S+ only) have been carried forward.
Interior and New Features
- The interior doesn't see major changes. The e:HEV variants have replaced the 12V power outlet for rear passengers with USB-C charging ports. Additionally, there's a new small inner pocket behind the front seats for smartphones.
- Safety enhancements include the addition of an electronic parking brake and a new Lead Car Departure Notification System (LCDN). The standard Honda Sensing features across all variants now include Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Auto High-Beam (AHB), Road Departure Mitigation System with Lane Departure Warning (RDM with LDW), collision mitigation braking system (CMBS), and the lane-keeping assist system (LKAS) are included.
Variants and Pricing
- The base-spec S+ variant is priced at 599,000 baht (approximately Rs 13.73 lakh), the SV variant at 679,000 baht (Rs 15.57 lakh), and the RS variant at 749,000 baht (Rs 17.17 lakh). All three variants are powered by a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine producing 122 PS and 173 Nm, mated to a CVT.
- The e-HEV hybrid range introduces a new SV variant priced at 729,000 baht (Rs 16.71 lakh). The top-spec e:HEV RS variant has seen a price reduction of 50,000 baht and is now available at 799,000 baht (Rs 18.32 lakh). The e-HEV variants feature the Intelligent Multi-Mode Drive (i-MMD) hybrid system with a primary electric motor and a 1.5-liter Atkinson-cycle petrol engine.
The electric motor delivers 109 PS and 253 Nm, while the petrol engine produces 98 PS and 127 Nm. The petrol engine also helps generate electricity for the battery and can mechanically drive the car at high speeds.