The new Honda City was pronounced Indian Car of the Year 2009 (ICOTY 2009) by top automobile journalists of India at a ceremony held in Mumbai.

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ICOTY award has been instituted to review all new cars in the Indian market and is judged by an 11 member specialist jury consisting of senior automobile journalists from leading automobile magazines in India. 

The new Honda City was among the 7 cars which qualified in this year’s awards that included new launches by other manufacturers competing for the title. 

 Overview

Comfort

The all new Honda City is longer, wider and sturdier. It measures 4420 mm in length (5 mm longer than its predecessor if license plate is excluded) and 1695 mm in width (5 mm wider) While maintaining the same ground clearance and same head clearance, the height has been lowered by 15 mm to 1470 mm delivering a sleeker and sturdier body shape which gives the City a refined driving position. With its wheelbase extended by an additional 100 mm, efficient use of space has been made for both driver and occupants to create a spacious cabin interior.

  Spacious Interior

The interiors of the car look very attractive with the advanced looking meter design, dual tone dashboard, and advanced audio and beige upholstery. The new City promises its consumers with a stylish, spacious and comfortable lounge. The City boasts of marvelous interiors which are  luxurious and relaxing. Whether you are in the driver’s seat or just along for the ride, your experience in the City can only be enjoyable.

Air Conditioning System

The City is equipped with a powerful and very effective air conditioning system with heater to instantly transform the cabin into your comfort zone. The powerful blower with special and advanced compressor, along with under-seat ducts for the rear seat passengers, provides an unforgettable experience of total comfort.

Multipurpose Storage

Style

Exterior

The all new Honda City comes with a dynamic style which is truly path-breaking. The Arrow Shot Form, responsible for the refined aero dynamics of the car amplifies its presence wherever it goes. 

The front face of the car running from the grill to the headlight creates a bold and distinctive look.

With its advanced and sporty styling, you will enjoy every moment.

Interior

An interior design with a wide and embracing feeling.

The interiors of the car are very attractive and relaxing. The spacious interiors, advanced looking meter design and soothing colour contrasts of the new City promises its consumers with a stylish, spacious and comfortable lounge.

Performance

The all new Honda City is engineered at its best. The new 1.5 L i-VTEC engine delivers 118PS, while being extremely fuel efficient. The 5-speed automatic transmission with paddle shift keeps the control in your hands for a smooth and exciting drive. The all new Honda City is E10 ready.

Stress-free acceleration and swift response to throttle inputs assure comfortable starts and passing ability on the highway.

The joy of driving that only Honda can provide and the New City‘s superior riding comfort certainly will satisfy the requirements for next-generation quality.

Safety

Safety of passengers and pedestrians is a first priority for Honda. The new Honda City comes fully loaded with all active and passive safety features including ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) with Brake Assist (BA), Dual SRS airbags, pre-tensioner seat belts and G-CON(G-Force Control Technology) body with a crush-proof survival zone. 

The front body structure of the new Honda City ensures advanced pedestrian safety features. With the new City, these safety features are now a standard offering across the entire range of Honda in the Indian market.