Looking to own a SUV? Here are some tips why you should buy SUV Cars

An estate car or a van which is usually equipped with four - wheel drive for on - or off road ability are nothing but a vehicle similar to a sport utility vehicle or SUV. Spreading its existence in the early 1920s, SUV eventually started gaining its popularity in urban as well as rural market. Having spacious seating capacity of a large vehicle such as station wagon and horsepower of full size truck, SUV prove to be the perfect combination of features to meet consumers taste. This amalgamation was not only successful but also became the popular choice among buyers as it enhanced the space and power which perfectly conclude a SUV. It soon became the popular choice among drivers.
SUV has several advantages other than traditional cars. Solitaire Honda has listed the several reasons of why SUV is better then other MUV, Hatchback and Sedan Cars.

• Vehicle Handling - Most of the SUVs have four-wheel drive, which ultimately allows them to acquire better grip while driving in rains. On the other hand, Honda CR-V which is Honda’s SUV model handle better in slick conditions than autos with two-wheel drive, because all four wheels receive torque from the engine, allowing them all to move comfortably. It has become possible to drive a SUV car in varied road conditions without facing any damage to the vehicle due to its large amount of space between the framework and the road.
•  Seating and Hauling Versatility – The another advantage which is generally forgotten, is the functionality of third row seating. The extra space in SUVs with third row seating can be used for hauling cargo in many configurations. In fact, almost all third row seats offer drivers the ability to fold them down so the space can be utilized for hauling items other than passengers. Honda CR-V is one of them and this is the reason why SUV is a good option for those wanting the extra space for storing items without the risks associated by using trucks. It is proven that hauling items in the back of a truck can cause damage to the items. With a CR-V, the covered space is not affected by the weather at all.

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Solitaire Honda is a contemporary first class facility, situated in the Western Region of Mumbai. Solitaire Honda is part of the Navnit Group; Promoted by Krish Cars Private Limited and has been trading since February 2009. Our dedicated sales team are committed to providing the very best of customer service experience, to ensure your Honda purchase leaves you feeling Highly Delighted.BORIVALI 

Solitaire Honda (Krish Cars Pvt Ltd)
C/O Shakti Industrial & Commercial Centre, 
Shakti Insulated Wires, Rajendra Nagar,
Dattapada Road, Borivali (E) 400 066.
Mumbai, India

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Fourth generation Honda City achieves 1 lakh sales mark

Honda Cars India's flagship mid-sized sedan City has achieved one lakh sales mark in just 15 months after its launch in January 2014. 

With a strong sales momentum throughout the year, Honda City registered 1,01,299 units of cumulative sales since its launch in January 2014, Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) said in a statement.

"This is a very proud moment for us. City brand has been the face of Honda in India, enjoying strong leadership and popularity in its segment ever since its launch," HCIL Senior Vice President, Marketing & Sales, Jnaneswar Sen said.

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Solitaire Honda is a contemporary first class facility, situated in the Western Region of Mumbai. Solitaire Honda is part of the Navnit Group; Promoted by Krish Cars Private Limited and has been trading since February 2009. Our dedicated sales team are committed to providing the very best of customer service experience, to ensure your Honda purchase leaves you feeling Highly Delighted.BORIVALI 

Solitaire Honda (Krish Cars Pvt Ltd)
C/O Shakti Industrial & Commercial Centre, 
Shakti Insulated Wires, Rajendra Nagar,
Dattapada Road, Borivali (E) 400 066.
Mumbai, India

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Mumbai, India
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Honda Car India Ltd registers highest ever monthly sales of 22,696 units in March 2015

- Records Annual Growth of 41% with 189,062 units in FY 2014 - 15

- 4th Generation Honda City crosses 100,000 cumulative sales 
Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL), leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, registered its highest ever monthly domestic sales of 22,696 units during March 2015 and registered a growth of over 23% as compared to 18,426 units in March 2014.  

Driven by strong sales momentum for its cars throughout the year, the company posted itshighest ever annual domestic sales of 189,062 units during FY 2014 – 15 recording 41% growth over last financial year. The company had sold 1,34,339 units during FY 2013 – 14. 

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Solitaire Honda is a contemporary first class facility, situated in the Western Region of Mumbai. Solitaire Honda is part of the Navnit Group; Promoted by Krish Cars Private Limited and has been trading since February 2009. Our dedicated sales team are committed to providing the very best of customer service experience, to ensure your Honda purchase leaves you feeling Highly Delighted.
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Solitaire Honda (Krish Cars Pvt Ltd)
C/O Shakti Industrial & Commercial Centre, 
Shakti Insulated Wires, Rajendra Nagar,
Dattapada Road, Borivali (E) 400 066.
Mumbai, India

Sales : (+91) 22 6738 5555
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ANDHERI SHOWROOM 
Solitaire Honda (Krish Cars Pvt Ltd)
Shop No. 2. Ground Floor, Kartik Complex,
Opp. Laxmi Industrial Estate, New Link Road, Andheri (W), 400053.
Mumbai, India
Telephone : (+91) 22 6151 6151
Fax : (+91) 22 2674 3500
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Honda Becomes 3rd Largest Carmaker in March 2015; Overtakes Mahindra & Mahindra

Honda Cars India continued to do well in the last month of the financial year 2014-15 by recording an impressive 23 per cent growth. In fact, the company achieved its highest ever domestic monthly sales in March 2015 at 22,696 units, displacing Mahindra & Mahindra from the third place in the Indian passenger car market. M&M managed to sell 21,030 units in the month. HCIL also registered its highest ever annual domestic sales in FY 2014-15 at 1,89,062 units, up by 41 per cent. 

The cars that helped the company do well the entire year were Honda Amaze and City. In March 2015 alone, the company sold 9,777 units of city and 8,128 units of Amaze. The Brio and Mobilio managed to sell 1,642 and 3,049 units respectively. The new-generation Honda City proved to be exceptionally successful product by selling over 1 lakh units in just months of its launch.

Mr. Jnaneswar Sen, Sr. Vice President - Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India Ltd., said, "The fiscal 2014-2015 has been extremely fruitful for HCIL. We are thankful to our customers for the great response we have achieved for Mobilio launched in July last year and their continued interest for other models. 

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Solitaire Honda is a contemporary first class facility, situated in the Western Region of Mumbai. Solitaire Honda is part of the Navnit Group; Promoted by Krish Cars Private Limited and has been trading since February 2009. Our dedicated sales team are committed to providing the very best of customer service experience, to ensure your Honda purchase leaves you feeling Highly Delighted.
BORIVALI 

Solitaire Honda (Krish Cars Pvt Ltd)
C/O Shakti Industrial & Commercial Centre, 
Shakti Insulated Wires, Rajendra Nagar,
Dattapada Road, Borivali (E) 400 066.
Mumbai, India

Sales : (+91) 22 6738 5555
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E-mail : info@solitairehonda.com

ANDHERI SHOWROOM 
Solitaire Honda (Krish Cars Pvt Ltd)
Shop No. 2. Ground Floor, Kartik Complex,
Opp. Laxmi Industrial Estate, New Link Road, Andheri (W), 400053.
Mumbai, India
Telephone : (+91) 22 6151 6151
Fax : (+91) 22 2674 3500
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Honda’s Amaze, City Emerge as CarDekho Accolade Winners

Honda has been proving its mettle since a long time with some of the classic cars from its portfolio. One such classic winner has been the City sedan. This one car has helped Honda cement its position firmly in the Indian auto industry while being the most loved sedan among the customers. Along with the City sedan, one name that has been the talk of the town is Honda Amaze, the compact sedan which was launched two years back. Recently, both these sedans have won prestigious ‘CarDekho Accolade’, India’s one and only consumer choice awards. Honda Amaze won the title ‘entry level sedan of the year’ while City grabbed the same award in mid-sized sedan category. 


The unique positioning of City in the Indian auto market was described by Mr. Jnaneshwar Sen, Senior Vice President Marketing and Sales, Honda Cars India, as being the backbone of the brand even after so many years. He further added that the brand has been synonymous with City in the country and the car holds an iconic status in the industry. The current 4th generation of the car has been successful in maintaining its number one slot in the segment since its launch. Moreover, it is quite evident that the brand equity of the City is unquestionable and the car continues to be an aspiration for all generations alike. 

The car which is already in its 4th generation is still running strong in the Indian auto market. In fact, it has been the first choice in cars for many generations alike. With Honda starting its new facility in Tapukara unit, the waiting time of the most loved sedan has come down considerably. The City is available in both petrol and diesel variants and with revamped sporty styling, advanced equipment list, enhanced fuel efficiency and premium comfort levels. This enables the sedan to lock horns with Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, Ford Fiesta, Skoda Rapid, Hyundai Fluidic Verna, Nissan Sunny as well as Volkswagen Vento in the mid-sized sedan segment. 

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Solitaire Honda is a contemporary first class facility, situated in the Western Region of Mumbai. Solitaire Honda is part of the Navnit Group; Promoted by Krish Cars Private Limited and has been trading since February 2009. Our dedicated sales team are committed to providing the very best of customer service experience, to ensure your Honda purchase leaves you feeling Highly Delighted.BORIVALI 

Solitaire Honda (Krish Cars Pvt Ltd)
C/O Shakti Industrial & Commercial Centre, 
Shakti Insulated Wires, Rajendra Nagar,
Dattapada Road, Borivali (E) 400 066.
Mumbai, India

Sales : (+91) 22 6738 5555
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E-mail : info@solitairehonda.com

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Solitaire Honda (Krish Cars Pvt Ltd)
Shop No. 2. Ground Floor, Kartik Complex,
Opp. Laxmi Industrial Estate, New Link Road, Andheri (W), 400053.
Mumbai, India
Telephone : (+91) 22 6151 6151
Fax : (+91) 22 2674 3500
E-mail: info@solitairehonda.com 

Honda Cars India begins delivery of its exclusive sporty range of Mobilio RS

Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), leading manufacturer of premium cars in the country, began deliveries of the exclusive sporty range of its midsize stylish MPV – Honda Mobilio RS to customers across the country.

The sporty Honda Mobilio RS range was introduced in order to appeal to younger audience who look for distinct styling along with comfort of a spacious MPV and is available in two grades, RS and RS (O) in Diesel.

Honda Mobilio RS incorporates a bolder and sportier exterior design than base grade of Honda Mobilio and comes with a dynamic front and rear bumper, Projector headlamps with LED position lamps, attractive & exclusive Alloy Wheel design, Sporty Chrome grille, Stylish Tailgate spoiler, side sill garnish, retractable ORVM with turn indicators and Chrome exterior door handles.

The Honda Mobilio RS(O) grade features an additional AVN (Audio Video Navigation) system with Rear Parking camera and Woody Interior Panels on the dashboard and door armrests to enhance the premium feel of the car.

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Solitaire Honda (Krish Cars Pvt Ltd)

C/O Shakti Industrial & Commercial Centre, 

Shakti Insulated Wires, Rajendra Nagar,

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Mumbai, India

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Solitaire Honda (Krish Cars Pvt Ltd)

Shop No. 2. Ground Floor, Kartik Complex,

Opp. Laxmi Industrial Estate, New Link Road, Andheri (W), 400053.

Mumbai, India

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Honda Cars India Ltd. 40% sales growth in July 2014

Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, recorded a monthly domestic sales of 15,709 units in July 2014 registering a growth of 40%. The company sold 11,223 units in the corresponding month last year.

The company sold 56,427 units from April – July'14 as against 40,350 units sold during the same period last year, marking a growth of 40%.

Expressing delight on the company's performance Mr. Jnaneswar Sen, Sr. Vice President – Marketing &Sales, Honda Cars India Ltd. said, "We are extremely happy with the progress we have made in this year. Our recently launched Honda Mobilio has received good response from the market with over 10,000 bookings since its launch and are confident that it will attract more customers with its strong desirable values. We would also like extend our gratitude to the customers for the continuing success of Honda Amaze and All new City and are confident that we will continue to do well in respective segments."

HCIL also exported a total volume of 858 units during July 2014.

Model wise sales break-up for July 2014
Brio	74
Amaze	4,507
Mobilio	3,365
City	7,705
CR-V	58
Domestic Total	15,709
Exports	858
Grand Total	16,567

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Honda Mobilio Coming to India on 23rd July

Honda will be taking the wraps off its much anticipated Mobilio MPV in India on 23 July. The company's first MPV offering in the country, which is one of the most anticipated and desired car launch of this year is finally going to end now 1 Day to Go for Official Launch of Honda Mobilio Car in India. Booking for Honda Mobilio is Started at our Solitaire Honda Showroom in Mumbai. Book Now your Honda Mobilio Car in Mumbai....

The Honda Mobilio has certainly pleased many even before the launch and is expected to continue the success streak after the Amaze and City sedans in India. The front-wheel drive 7-seater Honda Mobilio to be a leader in the MPV segment and has also turned out to be the most fuel efficient vehicle in its segment of Cars in India.

The Honda Mobilio Car is powered by the 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine and returns a fuel efficiency of 17.3 km/l. The engine produces 119 PS of power and 145 Nm of torque. The diesel variant on the other hand is powered by the 1.5-litre i-DTEC engine with ‘Earth Dreams’ technology of honda cars that produces 100 PS of power and 200 Nm of torque and returns a fuel efficiency of 24.2 km/l. With the Launch on July 23 Honda Mobilio will be the most fuel efficient MPV in the country. Both Diesel and Petrol Models are paired to a 5-speed manual transmission.


The interiors of the Honda Mobilio car are similar to that of the other Honda cars with beige being the predominant colour. The front two rows will certainly be spacious with a foldable third-row that can either accommodate children or make way for extra luggage.

The music system of Honda Mobilio will be similar to that of the City sedan and it will have to be seen whether the touch screen AC panel will be fitted on the higher trims. 

The safety features of Honda Mobilio will be up to the mark – ABS-EBD will be standard on all except the base variant and, at least the top two variants will get front airbags. Seated on a wheel base of 2,650 mm, Honda Mobilio will be available in four variants on offer namely E, S, V and V(O).

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2014 Honda City in Mumbai: First Drive - Engine and Performance

The New 2014 Honda City is finally here and we get under its skin to find out if it can regain its benchmark status once again

Everyone has been eagerly waiting for Honda to plonk their diesel engines into the City for ages and finally, Honda have heard the pleas of the consumer and done just that! The 1.5 Litre turbocharged i-Dtec engine, identical to that found in the Honda Amaze makes 100PS of peak power at 3600Rpm and 200Nm of peak torque at 1750Rpm. Although we presumed Honda to have bumped up the power on the Honda City, the figures have stayed exactly the same as the powertrain in the Amaze. What has changed between the two cars though is the fact that the Buy Honda All New City Car in Mumbai does not have a top speed limiter which gives it a claimed top speed of 195Kmph. The engine is matched to an excellent 6-speed manual transmission which feels effortless and precise. 

 

The 2014 Honda City diesel managed to achieve a record setting fuel efficiency figure of 26.0Kmpl in ARAI tests which makes it the most fuel efficient car in its class. This boost in fuel economy is due to several improvements in the cooling system of the 2014 Honda City which includes a quicker warm-up circuit while under cold start circumstances that maximizes the mechanical efficiency of the engine. There are also several changes in the construction of the engine like the piston wall surface which features an asymmetrical pattern for greater oil retention that reduces the overall friction between the piston and the cylinder walls. The use of a special 5W-30 oil which is made specifically for the 1.5 Litre i-Dtec engine also helps in increasing the overall mechanical efficiency thereby improving both power output and fuel economy.

The diesel engine equipped Honda City feels extremely nimble to drive while managing to sip minimal amounts of fuel. There is almost no noticeable turbo lag at slower speeds or at higher highway cruising speeds if one is in the right gear. The 6-speed gearbox too feels extremely well synced with the diesel motor with no clutch judder or harshness to report. The gearshift itself feels extremely precise although the tiny gearknob does take some time getting used to.

On the other hand, the bread-and-butter of the Honda City in Mumbai, the 1.5 i-Vtec engine, that has been tuned specifically for the Indian driving cycle feels a little rough when pushed to the limit. The 1.5 Litre petrol engine makes 119Ps of peak power at 6600Rpm, which is one more than the last generation and 145Nm of peak torque at 4600Rpm. It is best to drive this engine under 5000Rpm though as it does start to get highly uncomfortable after that. The i-Vtec engine is mated to a 5-speed Manual gearbox or a CVT, both of which offer immense driving pleasure. In fact, the CVT proved to be more fuel efficient as compared to the manual achieving a test figure of 18.0Kmpl as compared to the manual’s 17.9Kmpl under ARAI test conditions. Some of the technological advancements in the new Honda City’s petrol engine include a resin based intake manifold that reduces the engine’s weight, an exhaust gas recirculation systems that is placed after the catalytic convertor and a new oil-retention coating on the pistons and thrust bearings. The gearbox too has been reworked from the previous generation with a reduction of gear ratios of about 5-11% which in turn helps in fuel economy.

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Mumbai, India

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2014 Honda City Mumbai : First Drive – Interior Design

2014 Honda City Mumbai : First Drive – Interior Design

The New 2014 Honda City is finally here and we get under its skin to find out if it can regain its benchmark status once again

Interior Design


The first thing you notice as you step into the new 2014 Honda City is its large greenhouse. The city feels extremely airy and well lit. The large and well padded seats give extremely good all-round support. Although they do take a little time to get used to, once in right position, one can easily spend all day driving the Honda City over long distances The new Honda City’s interior though is most certainly the biggest upgrade to the car. With a new gloss black finish dominating most of the dashboard, the 2014 Honda City will certainly be one of the new benchmarks for interior design in years to come.









The floating dashboard concept combined with the high quality of plastics is certainly a step up from previous generation Honda All New City car in Mumbai models. The biggest talking point about the City is the new touch screen for the Air Conditioning controls. Placed prominently beneath the central infotainment system, the touch screen controls for the climate controls are as easy to use as conventional knobs and buttons. With a quick scroll feature that in three steps helps the user to scroll from the minimum to the maximum settings for both the fan speed and the temperature control.


The Piano Black theme continues on the infotainment screen bezel too. With a high gloss surface encapsulating the large 5-inch screen and the well crafted buttons, the central dashboard unit looks exceptionally well crafted and embodies a sense of luxury through and through. The quality of the screen too is excellent while viewing images that are produced by the rear parking camera. That said, the interface for the rest of the operating system looks old and completely outdated. In fact the only let down in the entire interior is the interface of the infotainment screen. The driver console that houses the speedometer and tachometer though is extremely well lit up and well crafted. While driving with a light foot in the economy mode, the instrument cluster is bathed in a light green glow that transforms to a sporty blue one when the driver increases the pressure on the accelerator pedal or under spirited driving.


Coming back to the seats, the front seats are large and offer immense comfort when adjusted correctly. Wrapped in a creamy beige shade using good quality perforated leather, the seats feel premium and offer excellent support to the back, lumbar and thighs. The new Honda City features a new special Impact Mitigating Headrests that reduce whiplash injuries at slower speeds. The rear seats though are the big improvement over the last model. With a 50mm increase in wheelbase over the last model, rear leg space has seen huge improvements. The backrests of the front seats too are well contoured to give the rear passenger the most amount of leg space and knee space available. Although the Honda City Car in Mumbai doesn’t have the sheer leg room as compared to a Nissan Sunny for example, the rear seat angles and sheer comfort makes up for it.


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Mumbai, India
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2014 Honda City Mumbai: First Drive – Exterior Design

The New 2014 Honda City is finally here and we get under its skin to find out if it can regain its benchmark status once again

There are cars and then there are cars. The City has always had something about it that makes it the latter. There is always something special about the introduction of a brand new generation of a Honda City, and the new avatar is no different. Launched first in 1998, the new 2014 Honda City will be the 4th all-new generation (7th if you consider facelifts) of the car. The City has always been Honda’s top selling car and has quite a reputation of being one of the most loved and desired cars in the sub-10 Lakh range of the Indian automotive sector. We take the new City in both Petrol and Diesel avatar for a quick spin to tell you what it is all about.

Exterior Design

Although the new Honda City looks more like an evolution as compared to a revolution, there is a lot more than meets the eye. Honda has applied its ‘H Design’ concept to the new City following its recent global design direction. The new City borrows a lot of design elements from the likes of the global Honda Civic while maintaining a distinct Honda City feel. The new 2014 Honda City features much sharper lines and more aggressive lines and angles when compared to the previous generation City. There is also a noticeable difference in the overall stance of the City, mainly due to the longer wheelbase of the car as compared to the older outgoing City. But, the car certainly showcases what is unmistakably a ‘Honda City’ look to it.

The Honda City perhaps looks best when viewed from the front. With a large horizontally placed chrome slat, the Honda City’s front grille displays a sense of luxury, a much needed feature in a car that will cost about Rs 10 Lakh or thereabouts. There is a very interesting styling feature just below the chrome slat that runs across the grille structure giving it a touch of additional character. This little styling feature accentuates itself best on one of the lighter paint shades like the silver or white of the 6 paint shades available. The front bumper is extremely well styled with a lot of sporty attributes. The lower part of the bumper has two very distinct edges that look phenomenal although there are certainly some concerns about how these would suffer from dents or chips while parking considering that they appear to be the furthermost points of the new Honda City Mumbai. The fog lamps too are enclosed in two very aggressively angled grilles that further accentuate the sporty pretensions of the Honda City. The front fascia then is a perfect blend of a saloon that has both luxury and sportiness embedded into its DNA.

From the sides, the new 2014 Honda City Mumbai has a deep and distinctive shoulder line that initiates itself from the rear tail lamps and angles itself downwards towards the front wheel arches. Although this design feature masks itself in the darker colors, the lighter colors like silver demonstrate it exceedingly well. There is also a slightly controversial styling aspect of the new Honda City which originated from the front bumper and makes its way to the windscreen but one does get used to it soon. The biggest difference in the Honda City visually though is the rear. As many have pointed out, there are a lot of BMW inspired touches on the rear that really make the Honda City stand out. The large horizontally placed tail lamps connected by a large chrome accent piece on the boot looks spectacular in every sense of the word. The tailgate itself although a little tall, is very well crafted and is much wider than the last few generations. This in turn means that the loading bay on the new Honda City is much wider than before and therefore has more boot space. One of the biggest customer oriented feedbacks that we received from older Honda City customers was the lack of enough lit-up areas in the tail lamp which in some cases were actually safety concerns. That issue too has been addressed with the new tail-lamp cluster which although we expected to have LED tail-lamps has stuck to a more conventional setup.

One of the biggest disappointments though in terms of design are the new 15 inch alloy wheels. Not only do they feel small and under designed as compared to the rest of the car but they also look quite boring. In fact, we would gladly swap these wheels for the ones that came in the older City or the optional two-tone V-Spoked wheels that were offered on both the Honda City and the Honda Jazz. The skinny 175 section tyres too make the Honda City look a little disproportionate. We expect a lot of owners to swap these wheels and tyres out immediately with either aftermarket or Honda Authorised Car Dealers in Mumbai provided wheels.

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Mumbai, India

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