Upcoming New Honda City Crash Test Video & Details
The upcoming new generation 2020 Honda City has received a 5-star crash rating by ASEAN NCAP. Not just this model, the previous 3rd and 4th generation Thailand-spec City was also awarded with 5-star rating by ASEAN NCAP in 2012 and 2014, respectively. The new Honda City scored 86.54 points out of 100 in the front offset impact and side impact tests. It secured 44.83 for adult occupant protection, 22.85 points for child occupant protection and 18.89 points for safety assist tech.
The tested model was equipped with a wide range of safety and security features. It comes with G-CON (G-Force control body structure), six airbags, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic BrakeForce Distribution), VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist), hill-start assist, a multi-view reverse camera and emergency stop signal.
Going by the score in the ASEAN NCAP, it is expected that the new Honda City will also perform well in the Global NCAP. The tested model was equipped with a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, which is capable of producing 120bhp of power and 200Nm of torque. Power will be transmitted to the front wheels via a CVT automatic gearbox.
The overall design of the India-spec new-gen City will be similar to the Thailand model, but there will be India-specific changes in terms of interior components and mechanics. The new City will be longer and will ride on longer wheelbase than the Thailand model. Moreover, the ground clearance will be raised to suit Indian road conditions.
The India-spec new-gen 2020 Honda City will be offered with 2 BSVI compliant engines – a 119bhp, 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol and a 99bhp, 1.5-litre i-DTEC diesel. Transmission options will include a 6-speed manual and a CVT automatic. The company will also launch a 1.5-litre petrol with mild-hybrid technology at a later stage. The new Honda City measures 4,549mm in length, 1,748mm in width and 1,489mm in height. It is 109mm longer, 53mm wider and 6mm shorter than the outgoing model. The wheelbase remains the same at 2,600mm.
