Honda Amaze Bharat NCAP 5 Star. A compact sedan with great I-VTEC and now with higher safety rating, sets a benchmark among the compact sedan segment. Here’s what we know so far.
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Honda Amaze Bharat NCAP 5 Star:
The Honda Amaze, a popular compact sedan in India, stands out with its blend of practicality, modern features, and robust safety credentials across all six variants—V, VX, V CVT, ZX, VX CVT, and ZX CVT—all powered by a refined 1.2-litre i-VTEC petrol engine delivering 88.5 bhp at 6000 rpm and 110 Nm at 4800 rpm, paired with either a 5-speed manual or 7-speed CVT automatic transmission for smooth urban drives and highway efficiency up to 19.46 kmpl.
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Recently awarded a prestigious 5-star Bharat NCAP adult occupant protection rating (28.33/32 points) and 4-star child occupant protection (40.81/49 points) applicable to every variant, it excels in frontal offset (14.33/16 points with average-to-good driver protection), side barrier (14/16 points), and pole impact tests, bolstered by standard 6 airbags, ESC, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX anchors, rear parking sensors, and seatbelt reminders on all trims. Key features elevate daily usability: the base V variant offers an 8-inch touchscreen, sunroof, cruise control, tyre pressure monitoring, ventilated seats, 360-degree camera, and electronic stability control, while mid-spec VX adds automatic climate control, rear AC vents, wireless charging, LED headlights, fog lamps, alloy wheels, and Lane-Watch camera. Top-end ZX and ZX CVT variants further impress with adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, lane change indicator, adaptive high beam assist, blind spot monitoring, and ADAS suite, complemented by push-button start, rearview camera, keyless entry, and a spacious 416-litre boot, making it a value-packed choice for families seeking reliability without compromising on tech or security in the competitive sub-4m sedan segment.
Competition:
| Competitor | Key Features | Powertrain Details |
|---|---|---|
| Maruti Suzuki Dzire | SmartPlay Studio touchscreen infotainment, automatic climate control, dual airbags, ABS with EBD, LED projector headlamps, and spacious interiors | 1.2L petrol, 82PS, 113Nm, manual/AMT; 1.3L diesel, 74PS, 190Nm, manual/AMT; fuel efficiency up to 24.79 kmpl |
| Hyundai Aura | LED DRLs, wireless charger, rear AC vents, projector headlamps, cruise control, connected car tech | 1.2L petrol, 83PS, 114Nm, manual/automatic; CNG option available; claimed mileage up to 20.5 kmpl |
| Tata Tigor | Harman infotainment system, dual airbags, ABS, rear parking sensors, LED DRLs, premium interiors | 1.2L petrol, 86PS, 113Nm, manual/AMT; EV variant available separately |
| Skoda Slavia | Virtual cockpit, LED Matrix headlights, wireless charger, multiple airbags, ADAS features | 1.0L TSI petrol, 115PS, 178Nm, manual/automatic |
| Volkswagen Virtus | 8-inch touchscreen, LED headlights, ambient lighting, multiple airbags, cruise control | 1.0L TSI petrol, 115PS, 178Nm, manual/automatic; 1.5L TSI petrol, 150PS, 250Nm, automatic; diesel variant also available |
| Hyundai i20 Sedan | Connected car tech, LED headlamps, ventilated seats, wireless charger, multiple airbags, cruise control | 1.2L petrol, 83PS, 114Nm, manual/automatic; Turbo petrol 1.0L, 120PS, 172Nm |
Big brother of the Honda Amaze:
The Honda City is offered with a 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine across all variants, delivering 121 bhp and 145 Nm of torque. It pairs with either a 6-speed manual or a CVT automatic transmission, depending on the variant. The automatic version features smooth gear shifts and paddle shifters for a sporty driving experience. Key features available across the variants include height-adjustable driver seats, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, tyre pressure monitoring, voice commands, air purifier, automatic climate control, advanced internet features, and rear AC vents. Safety is enhanced with driver assistance technologies under Honda Sensing in the top RS hybrid variant, which also offers an intelligent multi-mode drive system. The variants cater to different user preferences, from the basic manual to the premium hybrid with additional safety and convenience features, making the City a versatile sedan with a good balance of performance, technology, and comfort for urban and highway driving.
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