Honda
Overview
Honda | Soichiro Honda founded this leading automotive company in 1948 which is head-quartered in Tokyo, Japan and it is the largest engine manufacturer in the world. Honda Siel Cars India Ltd., (HSCI) was set up in December 1995 as a joint venture between Honda Motor Co. Ltd., Japan and Siel Limited to manufacture passenger cars in India. Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. is ISO 9002 & ISO 14001 certified. Honda started its presence in India with the Honda City, and met with instant success which was followed with the cab-forward design and is continuing that success even now with the City ZX. Other offerings are in the shape of the Civic, Accord and the CRV have also seen noteworthy sales figures. To cash in on the small car segment in India, Honda is working on offering a hatchback based on the Jazz, which should hit the Indian roads by 2009. Go to Honda website |
Models
Honda Accord
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| The Honda Accord is an ideal family sedan with appealing interiors made of fine materials, superior handling, excellent performance, and a host of good safety features. This splendid car with a completely redesigned exterior and interior comes with a larger wheelbase and is highly competent for Indian roads. The cabin is very spacious and packs a lot of upscale luxury features. It comes in 3 variants - 2.4, 2.4 Elegance, and 2.4 Inspire. The engine is a 2.4-litre i-VTEC that delivers an impressive 178 bhp output. The engine is available with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automatic. The roomy and plush interior comes with beige leather upholstery, a dual tone dashboard, dual zone air conditioning, paddle shifters (only with AT), and an in-dash 6-CD changer with rear seat controls. The overall length and width of the new Accord has been increased by 80 mm and 25 mm respectively, making its dimensions the best in its class. Although the size of the car is large, there is no compromise on driving pleasure or fuel economy. The new Accord is 8% more fuel efficient than its predecessor. The car also comes equipped with the best safety technologies such as 6 intelligent airbags (including side curtain airbags), Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body, and G-Force Control Technology (G-CON). |
Honda City
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| The Honda City made a grand entry into the Indian car market with a completely new design to replace the existing Honda City ZX. The exclusive 'Arrow Shot Form' design is a blend of alluring style, enhanced performance and improved safety. It's called that because the face of the car resembles the tip of an arrow and the rear resembles the shape of the arrow's feathers. The City is available in two variants - E and S. Both variants are powered by a 116 bhp 1.5-litre 4-cylinder Honda i-VTEC engine and are offered with a 6-speed manual transmission. The 'S' variant is also available with a 5-speed automatic gearbox. The City delivers a safe ride as it packs plenty of advanced safety features such as ABS with brake assist, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), ECU engine immobilizer system, and an impact energy-absorbing car body that incorporates Honda's G-CON (G-Force Control) technology. |
Honda City ZX
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| The Honda City ZX is a real head turner with gorgeous styling, a confident stance, and supreme performance. This Honda car is powered by a superb VTEC engine that comes with iDSI technology that meets all challenges. The City ZX comes in four variants in India: EXi, GXi, CVT, and VTEC Plus. The EXi, GXi, and CVT variants are equipped with a 1.5-litre i-DSI engine that delivers 77 bhp and generates 126 Nm of torque. The VTEC Plus gets a 1.5L VTEC engine that delivers 100 bhp and 135 Nm of torque. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard on the EXi, GXi, and VTEC Plus; while the CVT gets the latest Continuously Variable Transmission. The refined and classy interior offers generous seating for five and adequate cargo space without compromising on comfort levels. Elegantly carved slanting headlights and a wide chrome grille highlights the front. |
Honda Civic
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| The Honda Civic is the eighth generation Civic that was launched with impressive power, hi-tech gadgets, and roomy interiors to delight buyers looking for a luxury sedan with an innovative sporty styling, ample features, and good fuel economy at an affordable price tag. This car is Available in two choices: Petrol and Hybrid. 1.8E MT, 1.8V MT and 1.8V AT are the petrol variants and 1.3L is the Hybrid variant. The petrol variants are powered by a 1.8L i-VTEC engine that generates 130 bhp of power and 172 Nm of torque. The Hybrid variant derives power from 1.3L Hybrid produces a 94 bhp of power and 122 Nm of torque. Both the 1.8E MT and 1.8V MT are coupled with a 5-speed manual transmission while the 1.8V AT are equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission with Paddle Shift, Grade Logic Control, and Shift Lock and the Hybrid variant is mated with CVT . The exterior is crafted with some sterling features including an easy flow design with kick-up eyed headlights and a floating chrome grille, while the lavishly built interior features elevated drivers' seat, Multiplex Meter with illumination control, and foldable armrests. |
Honda CR-V
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| The Honda CR-V bounced back as a completely redesigned model to live up to the expectations of SUV lovers. The new CR-V is roomier, more powerful, more manoeuvrable, and more fuel-efficient than before. It offers a sporty driving experience to those who like to go on long drives. The CR-V in India boasts of i-VTEC technology and a drive-by-wire throttle system to provide thrilling long drives. Designed with an electronic EGR valve and a precise air-fuel control exhaust system, it gained the tag of an environmental-friendly vehicle. Excellent off-road capabilities, cutting-edge technology, and incredible cabin comfort come together in the CR-V. It is available in three variants - 4WD MT, 4WD AT and 2WD. The 4WD variants get a 2.4-litre in-line 4 engine that generates an impressive 159 bhp and the 2WD with carries a 141 bhp 2.0L i-VTEC in-line 4 engine. The roomy interior exudes comfort and luxury and has an impressive and refined cockpit and dashboard and superior leather upholstery. A unique new double grille accentuates the front fascia. |
