Honda is actually testing the fifth-generation City model on Thai streets, and the latest images of this trial version have been recorded. Come with Philkotse.com accompany you to grasp the very first look of Honda City 2020.
The newest Honda City is come across in Thai street
The current Honda City has been launched since 2014. And since the Auto show in 2018, the public has been looking for the City's descendant which can bring a new taste. As understanding the public, Honda has launched the Honda City 2020 and its first trial on city road was recorded in Thailand just now.
1. Honda City 2020: The very first look
The Honda City 2020 was seen in Ayutthaya, the area of one of Honda's two creation center points in Thailand. At the moment, we still need to wait for some fluffy photographs took from Thailand. Yet, you can make out certain features.
The leaked images of this model of 2020 show that the body is longer and wider than before. Although most parts are covered, the test car still reveals some details that are paying attention. For example, we probably can experience a likely-Civic front end with its upswept headlights and a bold grill slat.
The first street-trial of Honda City 2020 in Thailand
Up front, LED headlights are creating a new style for City 2020. Next, there is a large grille accompanied by a thick strip made of chrome metal. The logo, as usual, is positioned in the middle. As looking at these features, we can assume that this City is somehow similar to the Honda Accord, the recent Honda model.
The sides of this Honda City 2020 will bring back retro feeling when side mirrors are directly connected to the door. This is the signature design for Honda City from 2003 to 2008. Besides, it is likely that the new model also has multi-spoke alloy wheels. This kind of wheel seems not really fit the overall look.
At the rears, the City 2020 also has a significant combination of tail lights beside the outstanding trunk lid. The slimmer wraparound light is linked to the body with a lower position. About the rear windshield, it is not really similar to a coupe’s but still, like the Civic’s.
2. What are you looking for in Honda City 2020 mechanic features?
It is hard to say because there has been no official information about this. However, according to the latest auto news, 1.0-liter mill which similar to Honda City specially-designed for Europe is possibly an easy guess. As Honda has said about adding some turbocharged engines in this car range, we can hope that it can generate 129 PS with 200 Nm of torque.
Not only the 1.0-liter engine is likely added, but the 1.5-liter mill also can be an option. This kind of engine is inside the current edition of Honda City. With this City 2020, there might be updates and upgrades happening to the engine which can help it activate cleaner.
The next generation of Honda: Honda City 2020 is coming
Generally, it is just a grasp of Honda City 2020 which cannot be assure anything about it. However, we believe that this is a particularly significant model for Honda in the Southeast Asia automotive market. At the same time, it is promised to be a smash hit in our nation, in different countries as well. Latest updates on upcoming Honda cars can be found in our Complete guide to the Honda Philippines' local lineup.
While waiting for the most official updated information about the Honda City 2020, why don't you grasp a look at Honda City 2019 Philippines review?
Source: Pantip.com
Know more about Honda City 2024
The 2024 Honda City is a subcompact sedan. In the Philippine market, its four variants are City E, City S, City V, and City RS—the prices for these range from Php 973,000 to Php 1,148,000.
Size-wise, the refreshed City for 2024 is 4,580mm long, 1,748mm wide, and 1,467mm in height. The RS trim is a bit longer at 4,589mm. All trims then get a wheelbase length of 2,600mm and a ground clearance of 134mm.
Under its hood is a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine capable of making up to 119 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque. Power is then sent to its front wheels via a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
Locally, the Honda City competes against the Toyota Vios, Mitsubishi Mirage G4, Mazda3, Nissan Almera, Hyundai Accent, MG 5, etc.
Honda City Launch
The refreshed 2024 Honda City was introduced to the Philippine market on June 13, 2023. It was launched locally with four available variants: the E, S, V, and RS.
Of note, the 2024 model updates the seventh-generation GN model which was initially introduced back in 2019.
Honda City Exterior
On the outside, the Honda City’s top-spec trim gets LED headlamps and the stylish RS kit which provides a high gloss black finish for many of its parts. All come standard with LED daytime running lamps, and LED taillights.
The City then sits on a set of 16-inch alloys for the RS. The V and S meanwhile, gets 16-inch or 15-inch alloy wheels respectively. The S uses a set of 15-inch steel wheels.
Other equipment available to the City includes power-folding side mirrors, side mirror integrated signal lamps, a trunk lid switch, a trunk spoiler, and an automatic on/off for the headlamps.
Honda City Interior
The City can comfortably seat up to five occupants which are then kept cool by an automatic or manual climate control system depending on the trim. The RS gets more convenience features in the form of a rear seat armrest, and rear seat accessory ports. It also has more cupholders numbering 4.
The model’s top-spec trim likewise has the fanciest-looking interior. This is because it gets leather-clad seats, and RS trim finishes. Plenty of bits of the City RS cabin also get a red contrasting color.
For the driver, this Honda sedan gets a 4.2-inch TFT color meter, an analog gauge cluster, a urethane steering wheel, and a tilt and telescopic steering column.
Technology & Safety Features
Providing entertainment aboard the Honda City is an eight-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. For the RS, this display is linked to a total of eight speakers.
Safety for all City variants is handled by the Honda Sensing suite. This includes adaptive cruise control, emergency braking, lane keep assist, road departure warning, lane departure warning, auto high beams, and a lead car departure notification warning.
Standard safety equipment for this Honda model includes ISOFIX child seat anchors, anti-lock braking, stability control, speed-sensing door locks, and dual front airbags. Only the RS and V trims get a reverse camera. All variants get side airbags, but only the RS gets side curtain airbags.
Platform & Chassis
The Honda City uses a front-engine, front-wheel-drive chassis under the Honda Global Small Car Platform. Ride comfort is provided by McPherson struts for the front and a torsion beam suspension for the rear.
Braking for this model is provided by front discs and rear drums. It also uses a hand-operated manual parking brake.
Honda City Engine & Drivetrain
The 2024 City carries over the 1.5-liter found on the pre-facelift model. At maximum, this engine can churn out 119 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque. Power is sent to its wheels via a CVT.
Honda City Q&A
1. Does the Honda City come offered with a front-wheel drive option?
Yes, it does.
2. Which Honda City variant has a sunroof?
The sunroof is not available on any variants of the Honda City, even the top-spec model.
3. Is the Honda City a fuel-efficient sedan?
Yes. According to the fuel efficiency test result by the Department of Energy, the Honda City consumes roughly 26.02 km/l.
4. Is the Honda City Philippines a good car?
Definitely. The Honda City is considered one of the most exquisite handling cars in its segment. Moreover, it is backed with a comfortable ride quality thanks to its sorted suspension setup of independent MacPherson struts with a stabilizer up-front and an H-shaped torsion beam with a stabilizer at the back.
5. Is the Honda City classified as a sedan?
Yes. The Honda City is the entry of Honda Cars Philippines Inc. to the subcompact sedan segment in the Philippine market.
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