Honda City 2025 Review: Why This Hybrid Sedan Is Winning Hearts in India
The Honda City 2025 is backyet again with fresh look and some seriously cool upgrades. If you have liked the City before wait till you see what the 2025 version brings to the table. It’s stylish, smart and yes now hybrid too!
What’s New on the Outside? Plenty!
Let’s start with the looks shall we? The Honda City 2025 wears thinner chrome grille that just scream premium. The LED headlamps are sharp and sleek almost like they are ready to slice through the night. And those sporty cuts on the front bumper? They are not just for show; they give the car sprightly attitude. Oh, and the new alloy wheels? They fit perfectly with the whole vibe.
Don’t even get me started on the back the LED tail lamps connected by light bar look flat-out stunning. Plus, dual-tone colour mean you get bit of extra flair. You will definitely stand out in traffic.
Step Inside You are In for Treat
Once you hop in it’s clear Honda did not cut any corner. The leather seats feel soft but sturdy and everything inside screams quality. Space? Oh, there plenty of it. Whether you are driving the family around or heading to meeting, you will feel right at home.
Here what caught my eye:
A 10.25-inch touchscreen that plays nice with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
A digital instrument cluster that switches between road and track modes (how cool is that?)
Wireless charging and tons of USB-C ports for all your gadgets
Ventilated front seats to keep you cool during those sweaty summer days
Generous legroom and headroom—no more cramped rides
Power and Performance That Don’t Quit
Honda City 2025 offers two options:
A trusty 1.5L i-VTEC petrol engine with 121PS and 145Nm torque paired with manual or CVT transmission
And the new kid on the block: a 1.5L Atkinson-cycle e:HEV hybrid pushing out 126PS with a smooth e-CVT
The hybrid isn’t just about power—it’s about smart power. Fuel economy? You’ll love it—up to 26 kmpl. That’s wallet-friendly without compromising on the fun to drive.
Safety? Honda’s Got You Covered
The Honda City 2025 steps up its safety game with six airbags across all variants. It also packs ABS with EBD and ESP, so you are confident on every turn. Plus, Honda Sensing tech adds adaptive cruise control, lane assist, collision mitigation and 360-degree camera. Basically, it’s like having co-pilot watching your back.
Mileage That Makes Sense
We Indians care about mileage, right? The Honda City 2025 delivers:
Petrol variant: 16-18 kmpl
Hybrid variant: 24-26 kmpl
If you ask me, the hybrid’s mileage makes it a no-brainer in this segment.
Pricing and Variants — Choices for Everyone
Whether you want the SV, V, VX, or ZX trim, there something for everyone and both petrol and hybrid versions come with plenty of options.
Petrol: ₹12 – ₹16 lakh (ex-showroom)
Hybrid: ₹18 – ₹20 lakh (ex-showroom)
The Final Word
The Honda City 2025 is stylish, efficient, and packed with features that matter. It’s perfect if you want sedan that’s classy without emptying your pockets. It’s got tough fight ahead against the Hyundai Verna, Skoda Slavia and Volkswagen Virtus, but it’s still one of the most beloved sedans on Indian roads. More…