Honda has launched the City facelift in India, and one of the country's most loved mid-size sedans now looks sharper, feels more premium, and adds the features buyers have been asking for. Launched in May 2026 at an introductory starting price of around Rs 12 lakh (ex-showroom), which matches the outgoing model, the new City keeps its elegant, sedan-first character while moving things forward.
If you have booked one or are deciding between the City and its rivals, here is a clear look at what has changed, followed by easy ways to make your new City feel even more premium.
A Sharper, More Confident Exterior
The front gets the biggest update. The City facelift wears a wider, more prominent grille flanked by sleek LED projector headlamps with a smoked effect, now standard across variants, plus connected LED daytime running lights that give the sedan a wider, more upmarket look at night.
The revised front bumper adds larger air intakes and a sportier lower section for more presence, while the removal of the chrome bar above the grille gives the face a stealthier feel. In profile, the silhouette stays familiar but rides on new 16-inch alloy wheels. At the rear, revised LED tail-lamps with a fresh signature, a new bumper with a subtle diffuser-style treatment, a sporty spoiler, and a shark-fin antenna round off the look. For buyers who prefer an elegant sedan over a pseudo-SUV, the City still stands out.
A Premium, Spacious Cabin
Inside, the City sticks with a clean, easy-to-use dashboard layout and an Ivory-themed cabin with a dual-tone black and beige treatment. There are soft-touch finishes across the doors and dashboard, leather wrapping on the steering wheel and gear lever, and tasteful ambient lighting for night drives. A single-pane sunroof and large windows keep the cabin feeling airy.
The standout, as ever, is the rear seat. The City continues to offer one of the most spacious rear cabins in its segment, with ample legroom, good under-thigh support, and a near-flat floor for the middle passenger. Honda has also sensibly kept physical, tactile buttons for the AC controls.
Features and Safety
The City facelift now gets a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and connected car tech, paired with a semi-digital driver's display and an 8-speaker sound system. New additions include ventilated front seats and multi-colour ambient lighting, which earlier came only on special editions or as accessories.
It also offers a sunroof, wireless charging, an auto-dimming IRVM, cruise control, and push-button start. On safety, you get 6 airbags, ESC, TPMS, hill-start assist, rear parking sensors, rain-sensing wipers, a new 360-degree camera, and Honda's Level 2 ADAS suite with features like lane watch, collision mitigation, and adaptive cruise control. Worth noting honestly: the City still misses out on powered seats, a powered tailgate, and a fully digital driver's display.
Engine and Performance
The standard City uses a proven 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine making 121 PS and 145 Nm, with a 6-speed manual or a CVT. The strong hybrid pairs a 1.5-litre engine with an electric motor for a combined output of around 126 PS and notably better claimed efficiency. Enthusiasts will enjoy the manual, while the CVT suits those who want a smoother, more relaxed drive.
Variants and Price
The City facelift is offered in four variants, with introductory ex-showroom prices ranging from about Rs 12 lakh to Rs 21 lakh. On-road prices will be higher and vary by city, so confirm the exact figure for your chosen variant with an authorised Honda dealer.
Make Your New Honda City Feel Even More Premium
The City has always been about understated, premium elegance, and the facelift leans into that further. That makes it the ideal car to personalise, because the right accessories complement its mature styling rather than clashing with it.
At Style N Flaunt, India's luxury car accessories brand, we make products designed specifically for premium sedans like the City, with a focus on premium materials, model-specific fit, and a finish that matches the car.
1. A Honda City Key Cover That Matches the Car
Your key is the first thing you touch every day, so it deserves to feel as refined as the sedan it belongs to. Our Honda City key covers use a metal body with a soft silicone inner casing for protection, in finishes like carbon fibre texture, our Beast Metal range, and the patent-pending Screwless Series.
Because key types vary by variant, our covers are model-specific. Before ordering, check whether your City uses a smart key or a flip key and note the button count, so the fit is exact. If you are unsure, our team can help you confirm the right match.
2. A Steering Wheel Cover for Grip and Style
The City's leather-wrapped wheel is a nice touchpoint, and a Style N Flaunt steering wheel cover protects it while adding a non-slip, comfortable grip. Options like our Carbon Fiber and Python Red texture covers offer a universal fit and a long-lasting print, keeping the cabin feeling sharp for years.
3. A Luxury Car Fragrance to Finish the Cabin
A premium, airy cabin like the City's deserves an equally premium scent. Our Senteur 365 luxury car fragrances are solar-powered, long-lasting, and designed to sit elegantly on the dashboard. They also make a thoughtful gift, which suits a new-car purchase nicely.
Set Up Your City From Day One
A new car is the best moment to make it your own. With a matching key cover, steering wheel cover, and fragrance, your Honda City facelift can feel personalised and protected from the start, without affecting the factory look you paid for.
Style N Flaunt ships across India, the UAE, and the USA, and we regularly run prepaid offers and multi-product bundles, so you can accessorise the whole cabin in one go. Browse the Car Key Covers, Steering Wheel Cover, and Car Fragrances sections to find products built for your City.
Prices, variants, and feature availability for the Honda City facelift can change. Please confirm the latest details with an authorised Honda dealer or the official Honda Cars India website before purchase.