Honda City 2015-2017 i VTEC VX

City 2015-2017 i VTEC VX Review

Exteriors :

The fourth generation version of the Honda City is blessed with a brand new body design that makes a style statement on the go. The company has made some improvements to its dimensions that helped it to bring an aerodynamic look to the vehicle. To begin with the front profile, this particular sedan comes with a sporty new bumper that plays a dominating role and adds to the supreme stature of the vehicle. In the center, the design of the radiator grille gets a brand new design and it is decorated with a thick chrome plated louvre along with a prominent company logo in the middle. Apart from these, the taillight cluster design also gets a re-treatment and it is powered by a set of halogen lamps along with turn indicators. The wheel arches on the sides have been fitted with a stylish 15-inch alloy wheels while the doors have been decorated with chrome plated door handles . The exterior mirrors on the sides have been incorporated with the turn indicators while its caps have been painted in body color. Coming to the rear, the company modified the design of the taillight cluster, while improving the design of boot lid. The taillight cluster is offered with LED light setup and it is complimented by a thick chrome plated strip on the boot lid.

Interiors :

The inside section of this latest edition is blessed with the same old design but the finishing inside brought it is refreshing new look. The dashboard in the front cabin gets the silver garnish, while its advanced central console gets the gloss black finish. The space inside the cabin is improved, thanks to the large wheel base of about 2600mm that is increased about 50mm. The seats inside the cabin have been covered with premium beige colored leather upholstery that enhances the luxurious feel to the occupants. This particular top end variant is blessed with an advanced multi-information combination meter incorporated to the dashboard that offers a total of two color schemes, which are blue and white. The company incorporated number of functions to this combination meter such as dual trip meter, average fuel consumption, fuel consumption display , outside temperature display and numerous other functions.

Engine and Performance:

The fourth generation Honda City petrol version is powered by an advanced 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder, SOHC based petrol engine that has 1497cc displacement capacity . The company incorporated this engine with an advanced electronic fuel injection system that allows the vehicle to generate a commanding power and deliver optimum fuel efficiency. The maximum power produced by this engine is about 117.3bhp at 6600rpm that is converted into a peak torque output of about 145Nm at 4600rpm, which makes it ideal for city traffic. The company coupled this advanced engine to a high performance 5-speed manual transmission gearbox that distributes the engine torque to the front wheels and returns a peak mileage of about 17.4 Kmpl, which is good.

Braking and Handling:

The front wheels of this fourth generation Honda City comes fitted with a set of high performance disc brakes, whereas the drum brakes are assembled to its rear wheels. The company reinforced this proficient braking combination with an advanced anti-lock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution system that prevents the wheels from locking and never lets the vehicle to skid. This particular sedan's front axle is fitted with McPherson Strut suspension system and its rear axle is assembled with torsion beam type of suspension mechanism. This system is further loaded with coil springs that adds to the stability of the vehicle and keeps the vehicle agile.

Comfort Features:

This particular top end variant in the fourth generation Honda City model lineup is bestowed with numerous exciting features unlike any other sedan in the segment. This particular trim comes with an advanced one push Engine Start/Stop button with smart entry key system that redefines the level of convenience. Also, There is a proficient automatic air conditioning system with climate control function along with heater and rear AC vents with the controls provided on the touchscreen panel. This particular top end variant is also blessed with alluring features including a rear parking camera, power steering with tilt function, electrically foldable and adjustable ORVMs , rear reading lights , key less entry, power door locks, vanity mirror for front passenger, clock, and many other important features. Apart from these, the company is also offering this top end variant with an advanced integrated audio system with a CD player, 5-inch color display that supports AUX-In, USB, and iPone/iPod connectivity.

Safety Features:

The Honda City i VTEC VX is the high end variant in its model portfolio and it is blessed with a set of innovative safety aspects. This top end variant is being offered with dual front SRS airbags for driver and co passenger that adds to the interior safety. This list of other safety aspects include an Anti lock Braking System with Electronic Brake-force Distribution system, an advanced engine immobilizer system, rear windshield defogger, front fog lights, pinch guard safety for windows with up/down function on driver side, auto door lock by speed and many other advance features.

Pros : Impressive safety features, striking new exteriors.

Cons : Not so affordable price tag, poor fuel efficiency.

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The fourth generation edition of Honda City sedan has finally arrived in India and it is being offered with both petrol and diesel engine options. Currently, the petrol version is available in five trim levels, wherein the Honda City i VTEC VX trim comes as the high end variant. The technicalities of this particular sedan remained unchanged but the rest of the aspects undergone a complete changeover. Powering this sedan is the 4-cylinder, 1.5-litre, SOHC based i-VTEC petrol engine that is currently under the hood of outgoing version. Even the braking mechanism and suspension system of this sedan remained unchanged, which will add to its advantage. The manufacturer claims that the vehicle can give away a peak mileage of about 17.4 Kmpl, which is good considering its caliber. The company updated the exteriors and interiors of this four wheeler, while improving the safety and comfort features. The company built this sedan on an advanced ACE (Advanced Compatibility Engineering) body structure that maximizes the safety to the passenger cabin by diverting the collision energy. On the other hand, this top end sedan gets a striking exteriors and interior design that is going to set a new benchmark in the sedan segment in terms of style and elegance.

Exteriors :

The fourth generation version of the Honda City is blessed with a brand new body design that makes a style statement on the go. The company has made some improvements to its dimensions that helped it to bring an aerodynamic look to the vehicle. To begin with the front profile, this particular sedan comes with a sporty new bumper that plays a dominating role and adds to the supreme stature of the vehicle. In the center, the design of the radiator grille gets a brand new design and it is decorated with a thick chrome plated louvre along with a prominent company logo in the middle. Apart from these, the taillight cluster design also gets a re-treatment and it is powered by a set of halogen lamps along with turn indicators. The wheel arches on the sides have been fitted with a stylish 15-inch alloy wheels while the doors have been decorated with chrome plated door handles . The exterior mirrors on the sides have been incorporated with the turn indicators while its caps have been painted in body color. Coming to the rear, the company modified the design of the taillight cluster, while improving the design of boot lid. The taillight cluster is offered with LED light setup and it is complimented by a thick chrome plated strip on the boot lid.

Interiors :

The inside section of this latest edition is blessed with the same old design but the finishing inside brought it is refreshing new look. The dashboard in the front cabin gets the silver garnish, while its advanced central console gets the gloss black finish. The space inside the cabin is improved, thanks to the large wheel base of about 2600mm that is increased about 50mm. The seats inside the cabin have been covered with premium beige colored leather upholstery that enhances the luxurious feel to the occupants. This particular top end variant is blessed with an advanced multi-information combination meter incorporated to the dashboard that offers a total of two color schemes, which are blue and white. The company incorporated number of functions to this combination meter such as dual trip meter, average fuel consumption, fuel consumption display , outside temperature display and numerous other functions.

Engine and Performance:

The fourth generation Honda City petrol version is powered by an advanced 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder, SOHC based petrol engine that has 1497cc displacement capacity . The company incorporated this engine with an advanced electronic fuel injection system that allows the vehicle to generate a commanding power and deliver optimum fuel efficiency. The maximum power produced by this engine is about 117.3bhp at 6600rpm that is converted into a peak torque output of about 145Nm at 4600rpm, which makes it ideal for city traffic. The company coupled this advanced engine to a high performance 5-speed manual transmission gearbox that distributes the engine torque to the front wheels and returns a peak mileage of about 17.4 Kmpl, which is good.

Braking and Handling:

The front wheels of this fourth generation Honda City comes fitted with a set of high performance disc brakes, whereas the drum brakes are assembled to its rear wheels. The company reinforced this proficient braking combination with an advanced anti-lock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution system that prevents the wheels from locking and never lets the vehicle to skid. This particular sedan's front axle is fitted with McPherson Strut suspension system and its rear axle is assembled with torsion beam type of suspension mechanism. This system is further loaded with coil springs that adds to the stability of the vehicle and keeps the vehicle agile.

Comfort Features:

This particular top end variant in the fourth generation Honda City model lineup is bestowed with numerous exciting features unlike any other sedan in the segment. This particular trim comes with an advanced one push Engine Start/Stop button with smart entry key system that redefines the level of convenience. Also, There is a proficient automatic air conditioning system with climate control function along with heater and rear AC vents with the controls provided on the touchscreen panel. This particular top end variant is also blessed with alluring features including a rear parking camera, power steering with tilt function, electrically foldable and adjustable ORVMs , rear reading lights , key less entry, power door locks, vanity mirror for front passenger, clock, and many other important features. Apart from these, the company is also offering this top end variant with an advanced integrated audio system with a CD player, 5-inch color display that supports AUX-In, USB, and iPone/iPod connectivity.

Safety Features:

The Honda City i VTEC VX is the high end variant in its model portfolio and it is blessed with a set of innovative safety aspects. This top end variant is being offered with dual front SRS airbags for driver and co passenger that adds to the interior safety. This list of other safety aspects include an Anti lock Braking System with Electronic Brake-force Distribution system, an advanced engine immobilizer system, rear windshield defogger, front fog lights, pinch guard safety for windows with up/down function on driver side, auto door lock by speed and many other advance features.

Pros : Impressive safety features, striking new exteriors.

Cons : Not so affordable price tag, poor fuel efficiency.