Looking to buy a new Honda but safety is a top concern? You’re in luck! Honda Car India Limited (HCIL) recently announced a bunch of new safety features for their popular City and Elevate models. Not only do these additions make these cars even more secure, but they also bring them up to par with the competition in terms of safety standards. Let’s dive into the details and see what’s changed!
Honda Elevate: Now with More Standard Safety Gear
The feature upgrade for the Elevate focuses on making essential safety features more widely available across all trims. Here’s what’s new:
- Six Airbags Now Standard: Previously only offered on the top-spec ZX variant, all Elevate models (SV, V, and VX) now come equipped with six airbags as standard. This significantly improves occupant protection in case of a collision.
- Enhanced Rear Seat Safety: The SV, V, and VX variants now boast a three-point seatbelt with adjustable headrest for the rear center passenger. Additionally, a rear seatbelt reminder has been added to these trims, ensuring everyone is buckled up before hitting the road.
- Sun Visors with Vanity Mirrors: The driver and co-passenger in the SV, V, and VX trims can now enjoy the convenience of sun visors with vanity mirrors, a thoughtful touch for daily commutes.
Matching the Competition, Exceeding Expectations
These upgrades put the Honda Elevate on an equal footing with its rivals like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, which already offered similar safety features. It’s a great move by Honda to prioritize safety and ensure a well-rounded package for their customers.
Here’s a quick table summarizing the price changes for the Honda Elevate with the new safety features (Ex-showroom Delhi):
| Variant | Price (INR) |
|---|---|
| SV (1.5L i-VTEC MT) | 11,91,000 |
| V (1.5L i-VTEC MT) | 12,71,000 |
| VX (1.5L i-VTEC MT) | 14,10,000 |
| ZX (1.5L i-VTEC MT) | 15,41,000 |
| V (1.5L i-VTEC CVT) | 13,71,000 |
| VX (1.5L i-VTEC CVT) | 15,10,000 |
| ZX (1.5L i-VTEC CVT) | 16,43,000 |
Honda City: Leveling Up Safety Across the Board
The Honda City also benefits from some safety feature enhancements. HCIL has equipped the SV and V variants with six airbags, making them standard across all trims of the City. This brings the City in line with segment leaders like the Skoda Slavia, Hyundai Verna, and Volkswagen Virtus, all of which offer six airbags as standard. Notably, the Maruti Ciaz still lags behind with only dual airbags.
The City also gets a seatbelt reminder for all seats as standard, applicable to both the internal combustion engine (ICE) and hybrid models. This ensures that everyone in the car is buckled up for a safer ride.
Here’s a table summarizing the price changes for the Honda City with the new safety features (Ex-showroom Delhi):
| Variant | Price (INR) |
|---|---|
| SV (1.5L i-VTEC MT) | 12,08,100 |
| V (1.5L i-VTEC MT) | 12,85,000 |
| VX (1.5L i-VTEC MT) | 13,92,000 |
| ZX (1.5L i-VTEC MT) | 15,10,000 |
| V (1.5L i-VTEC CVT) | 14,10,000 |
| VX (1.5L i-VTEC CVT) | 15,17,000 |
| ZX (1.5L i-VTEC CVT) | 16,35,000 |
| ZX (e:HEV) | 20,55,100 |
Peace of Mind on the Road with Honda
By prioritizing safety with these feature additions, Honda demonstrates their commitment to providing customers with reliable and secure vehicles. Whether you’re considering the feature-packed Elevate
