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Honda City due in April
New generation light segment sedan to offer reduced fuel consumption, larger boot, more featuresHonda is gearing up for the local launch of the next series of City sedan, built on the same platform as the Jazz hatchback.
The new City, arriving next month, will be cheaper to run and will offer advanced new features. According to the importer, the new model is more spacious inside, in every direction, with boot space also increasing from 506 to 536 litres.
Fuel consumption will be reduced (for cars equipped with the continuously variable transmission) from the current combined-cycle figure of 6.6L/100km to 5.7L/100km. Honda credits the CVT – a new unit employing Honda's 'Earth Dreams' technology – for the lower fuel use.
As is the case for the current City, the new model will be powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine developing 88kW. Honda plans to market the new City in a two-variant range, but makes no mention of a manual option at entry level, as an alternative to the CVT.
A reversing camera will be available in the new model, as will Display Audio, which Honda describes as 'state of the art'. Compatible with Apple iPhone 5 and higher, Display Audio features Bluetooth connectivity with audio streaming and integrates satellite navigation. Users can operate the system by voice command, through Siri Eyes Free.
"The Honda City, available in 55 countries, has sold over 2.2 million units since its introduction," said Honda Australia Director Mr. Stephen Collins. "The Honda City is a cut above its competition and with new styling, loads of standard features such as Display Audio and reversing camera, it represents excellent value for money."
The company is keeping quiet about pricing, which will depend on the standard equipment list at entry level – and also whether Honda Australia chooses to retain a manual transmission variant.
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