5 reasons why you should wait for Honda City e:HEV
Japanese automaker Honda's City e:HEV sedan, which was unveiled in India last week, will be up for grabs in May. The car offers good looks, a long list of tech-based features, and a petrol-hybrid powertrain, which surely make it an attractive proposition. But should you wait for it? Here is a list of reasons why you should do so.
Why does this story matter?
Honda is the leader of India's mid-sized sedan segment and the introduction of the City's hybrid version should further cement its domination. Also, in a country where fuel prices are touching new highs every day, the City e-HEV is claiming to deliver a mileage of 26.5km/liter. This has the potential to disrupt the market and force rivals to offer better cars to customers.
It delivers the best mileage in its class
City e:HEV is fueled by a strong hybrid setup, i.e., motors power the car initially, while the combustion engine comes into play at a higher rpm. The combination allows for a mileage of 26.5km/liter, making it the most efficient car in its segment. It also gets Electric Regenerative Braking which combines with Hydraulic Braking to quickly stop the vehicle while self-charging the battery pack.
Reason #2: You get good torque output
Honda City e:HEV packs a 98hp, 1.5-liter, four-cylinder engine paired with two electric motors and a battery pack. The first motor serves as an electric generator while the other handles propulsion. The setup delivers a combined output of 109hp of power and 253Nm of torque.
Honda Sensing suite uses advanced tech to mitigate collision impact
Drivers can become alert and reduce the risk of accidents when the Honda Sensing package is used. It utilizes a high-performance front camera with a wide-angle detection system to alert the person behind the wheel. The suite comprises an auto high beam which ensures better night-time visibility, a lane keep assist system, and adaptive cruise control which assists acceleration on highways.
It boasts a segment-first LaneWatch camera system
The City e:HEV boasts a six-airbag system with Quick Deployment Technology and a LaneWatch camera system: a first for the segment. Vehicle stability assistance, hill-start assist, and a tire pressure monitoring system are also offered for ensuring the safety of the passengers.
The sedan can be remotely controlled using a smartwatch
Get inside the cabin and you are greeted by a 7.0-inch color TFT instrument console and an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment panel with support for Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and an updated version of the Honda Connect with Amazon Echo. The car can be remotely controlled using a smartwatch for enhanced convenience. You also get notifications related to the car on it.
