Honda City Facelift to Launch on May 22; Honda ZR-V Also Set to Debut

The Honda India is all set to bring the second facelift of the current gen of City. The City has been a key product in the journey of Honda India. This facelift focuses more on uplifting the features and design of the City. Honda is also planning to launch the ZR-V beside City. ZR-V will come as a CBU (fully imported model).Meanwhile, make sure to join the 91Wheels WhatsApp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.

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Whats New in City

City is speculated to have updated front grille and bumper design along with tweaked headlamps & tail lamps. The new front will completely change how the sedan looks now. The design upgrade also includes the new alloy wheel design to enhance the overall looks.

The interior of City may have a list of features like larger infotainment screen with updated software, a fully digital instrument cluster is also expected. For front passenger convenience, it may have ventilated front seats and powered driver seat in the top-end. The features list can also have a 360-degree camera as optional and ADAS features for the safety of the passengers.

Citys Engine

The City may not have any sort of upgrade in engine trims. The same 1.5L i-VTEC petrol will be there, which produces a power of 121 HP. Also, the 1.5L strong hybrid engine option that has a power of 126 HP. No changes are expected in terms of transmission options as well. There will be the same manual & CVT options.

Citys Position

The price of City is expected to be around or remain close to the current version which is Rs. 12-20 Lakh (ex-showroom). There is no change in the rival list of the City as well. It still has Hyundai Verna, Volkswagen Virtus and Skoda Slavia in the ring.

Honda ZR-V (All-new premium SUV)

Honda is also set to sell its premium SUV, ZR-V, in the Indian market as a CBU (fully imported model). This SUV will be positioned as a premium flagship SUV for Honda in India.

ZR-V Engine & Performance

The Honda ZR-V is expected to come to India as a premium hybrid SUV. It will likely be powered by a 2.0-litre petrol-hybrid engine, which is expected to produce around 180 hp in combined output. This setup will be paired with an e-CVT automatic transmission, focusing more on efficiency and smooth performance rather than outright sporty driving.

ZR-V Features

On the feature front, the ZR-V is expected to be well-loaded with modern tech and comfort equipment. It could get a large floating touchscreen infotainment system along with a fully digital drivers display. Honda is also likely to equip it with a comprehensive ADAS suite, including features like lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control. Other expected highlights include dual-zone climate control, a powered tailgate, and wireless phone charging, making it a strong contender in the premium SUV space.

ZR-V Pricing & Rivals

In terms of pricing, the Honda ZR-V is expected to be positioned in the Rs. 40-50 lakh (ex-showroom) bracket in India. It will compete with established premium SUVs like the Volkswagen Tiguan, Skoda Kodiaq, and other similarly priced 5-seat luxury SUVs, aiming to attract buyers looking for a refined hybrid alternative in this segment.

Feature	Honda City Facelift	Honda ZR-V
Type	Sedan update	New premium SUV
Focus	Value + features	Luxury + brand image
Engine	1.5L petrol / hybrid	2.0L hybrid
Price	Rs. 12-20 lakh	Rs. 40-50 lakh
Market	Mass mid-size sedan	Premium SUV

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