Honda Cars India Limited has launched the new version of its popular City sedan for the 2026 model year. The 2026 City facelift is the first real update the sedan has received since it was first launched in 2020. With this facelift, Honda has given it a new face and an updated equipment list.
The launch price for the base SV MT variant is Rs 12 lakh (ex-showroom), followed by the V MT and V CVT at Rs 13.3 lakh and Rs 14.3 lakh, the ZX MT and ZX CVT at Rs 15.26 lakh and Rs 16.26 lakh and finally the ZX+ MT, ZX+ CVT and ZX+ e:HEV variants. Rs 16.15 lakh (ex-sh), Rs. Rs 17.15 lakh and Rs 21 lakh respectively (all prices ex-sh).
There are 6 colors on offer – Radiant Red Metallic, Obsidian Blue Pearl, Platinum White Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic, Meteoroid Gray Metallic and the new Crystal Black Pearl.
Honda City Facelift Launch
As part of its first facelift, Honda has completely redesigned the 2026 City sedan. It now features smoother headlights as well as two-piece LED DRLs in the headlight assembly and a connected bar in the middle. There is a sporty bumper at the bottom with glossy black elements to break up or reduce the visual load.
A similar design theme can also be seen on the rear bumper which has been redesigned with this facelift. It seems to have a clear screen and the taillights have been moved forward with a smoked effect for a sporty flair. There’s a saloon-type tailgate and a subtle lip spoiler on the sides, where the City remains almost identical to its predecessor. However, except for the new design of its alloy wheels.
Inside, we can see a largely similar dashboard, which is not a bad thing as the City had a clean and functional dashboard. The main attraction, however, is a new infotainment screen, which is now taller and includes ambient lighting below it. There is a new UI/UX with this cluster, which looks more modern and technologically forward.
Tech-forward approach
Below this display, the City facelift comes with ventilation buttons on the side of the automatic climate control cluster, which is a welcome addition for the Indian climatic conditions. The center console has been slightly modified to include two cupholders, which adds functionality. Adds rear sun shade feature to the rear windshield.
The safety aspect has also been retained as the City facelift comes with level-2 ADAS with auto emergency braking and a host of autonomous features including adaptive cruise control, 6 airbags, 360-degree cameras, lane watch camera, reinforced chassis and more.
Notable features include:
Bi-LED projector headlights are standard
16 inch aero blade alloy wheels
Ivory leather interior and seats
10.1-inch floating touchscreen infotainment screen
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
footwell lighting
ventilated front seats
360-degree multi-view cameras
Level-2 ADAS
Next Generation Honda Connect Telematics
Powertrain, Specifications
The company promises that the Honda City facelift is the longest in its segment. The City facelift is powered by the same 1.5L NA petrol engine which is a refined and efficient 4-cylinder unit. This engine is rated at 121 PS of maximum power and 145 Nm of peak torque, coming with 6-speed manual or 7-speed CVT gearbox options.
The City e:HEV, on the other hand, is based on an Atkinson cycle 1.5L engine, an HV battery and two electric motors, with a maximum system output of 126 PS and promises fuel efficiency figures of up to 27.26 km/l.
