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Honda City VII 1.5 (126 Hp) e:HEV e-CVT
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Honda City:
The Honda City is a subcompact car which has been produced by the Japanese manufacturer Honda since 1981.
The City was originally a three-door hatchback for the Japanese, European, and Australasian markets. The three-door City was retired in 1994 after the second-generation and replaced by the Logo. The nameplate was revived in 1996 for use on a series of subcompact four-door sedans aimed primarily at developing markets, first mainly sold in Asia but later also in Latin America and Australia. Since then, it has been a subcompact sedan built on Honda's Global Small Car platform, which is shared with the Fit/Jazz , the Airwave/Partner, and the first-generation Mobilio — all of which share the location of the fuel tank under the front seats rather than rear seats. The seventh-generation model launched in 2019 features a significant size growth, offering an exterior dimension on par with the ninth-generation Civic sedan. This generation also marks the introduction of the five-door hatchback model starting from 2020....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VII Overview:
Honda City (VII). With 127 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1280 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Honda City VII has not been tested by Euro NCAP. However, it achieved a 5-star rating in ASEAN NCAP tests, indicating strong safety performance in its primary markets.
1.5 (126 Hp) e:HEV e-CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The advanced e:HEV hybrid system provides a refined and efficient driving experience. The electric motor assists for brisk, seamless acceleration, making it feel more potent than its pure petrol counterpart, especially in urban settings.
Fuel Economy
Offers exceptional fuel economy, particularly in urban environments, with a stated 3.8 l/100 km. This makes it a highly cost-effective and environmentally friendly option for daily commuting and mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel efficiency, especially with the e:HEV hybrid powertrain.
- • Spacious and well-designed interior for its class.
- • Reputation for Honda reliability and low maintenance.
- • Modern styling and feature-rich trims.
Cons:
- • CVT transmission can sometimes feel unengaging during spirited driving.
- • The 1.0L turbo engine might feel strained on long highway inclines for some.
- • Ride quality can be firm over rougher surfaces.
- • No Euro NCAP rating (though ASEAN NCAP is strong).
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VII: 2019 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | City |
| Generation: | VII |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (126 Hp) e:HEV e-CVT |
| Start of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | FHEV (Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 98 Hp @ 5600-6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 65.4 Hp/l [4mm less] |
| Torque: | 127 Nm @ 4500-5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LEB8 More details about the engine LEB8 |
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC with VTC, i-VTEC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 3.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.2 kg/Hp, 98.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.1 kg/Nm, 99.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1280 |
| Max. weight: | 1655 |
| Max load: | 375 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4549 mm [4mm less] |
| Width: | 1748 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1489 mm [22mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm [11mm more] |
| Front track: | 1496 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1485 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode. There are parallel and serial hybrid modes. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | e-CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 185/55 R16 87H |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Battery technology: | Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery location: | Under the rear seats |
| System power: | 126 Hp |
| Electric motor power: | 109 Hp @ 3500 rpm. |
| Electric motor Torque: | 253 Nm @ 0-3000 rpm. |
| Electric motor location: | Integrated into the transmission |
| Electric motor type: | Synchronous |
| Battery voltage: | 172.8 V |
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