Honda cars in India (7)
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Trending Questions on Honda Cars - Answered by Autocar Experts
Which car to buy for a family of 5 where we will be have 30% city and 70% highway trips. I need good luggage capacity. Good driving dynamics, safety and with good fuel economy. Budget is of 3 lakhs.
You could look for a 12 or 13-year-old Honda City. It is a spacious and comfortable sedan with a huge boot. Additionally, it is good to drive, and its petrol engine is likely to be very fuel-efficient too.
Try searching for a top variant with all the safety and convenience features that it has to offer.
Alternatively, a 14-year old Toyota Corolla Altis will also be a reliable, sensible option.
I currently own a Honda Brio and plan to upgrade to a C‑segment mid‑size sedan in April 2026. I’m considering the Honda City e:HEV and the Hyundai Verna, both of which are expected to receive facelifts this year. Do you know if the facelifted models will be available for booking in April 2026?
I want to buy an automatic car, and 90% of my driving will be in the city. I am confused between the Maruti Brezza AT, Honda Amaze CVT, and the new Hyundai Venue DCT.
I am using Alto for 18 years. I want to upgrade to AMT car with 10-12 lakhs budget. Mostly city ride with occasional highway trips. I like smooth ride with better road visibility. Short listed Amaze, Fronx etc. Please suggest choices
Even though you were thinking of an AMT, the Honda Amaze actually comes with a CVT automatic, which is significantly smoother and more refined than a traditional AMT which the Maruti Suzuki Fronx comes with. From a city driving perspective, the seamless nature of the CVT makes everyday traffic much more effortless and relaxed, especially compared to AMT gearboxes that can feel jerky in stop-and-go conditions.
On the other hand, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx scores highly on practicality and ride comfort. Its SUV-like seating position gives you better road visibility, the cabin feels more spacious, and the rear seats fold flat when you need to carry larger luggage. The Fronx also generally feels more comfortable over rough urban roads and highways compared to the Amaze.
If your priority is the smoothest possible automatic experience for city traffic, the Amaze’s CVT makes it a very easy and stress-free car to live with. But if you value better ride comfort, higher seating position, more space and everyday practicality, then the Fronx is the more well-rounded choice
I have decided to buy the Honda Elevate and I see that a facelift is expected to launch around June 2026, as published on the Autocar portal. Is this news confirmed from insider or reliable sources? If it is confirmed, I would wait for the facelift.
Yes, that's right. Reliable sources have told us that the Honda Elevate will be getting a minor facelift in the second half of 2026.
However, do not expect a lot to change on this updated version. Chances are the updates will be restricted to a few cosmetic updates like grille and bumper designs, as well as a few feature additions.
There will be no changes to the powertrain, nor the introduction of a hybrid variant. While we estimate that it will launch in the month of June, that's still uncertain. Also, it could come a few months later, too.
If you are in a hurry, you could go for the current version, as the changes are expected to be minor. However, if you don't mind waiting, then you should, as you will get the very latest version of Honda's capable SUV.
Coming back from the USA after 15 years. I drive a Honda Accord in the USA. What would be the best first car to buy in India with all the bells and whistles under ₹15 lakh?
I am confused between an automatic and a manual car. I have shortlisted the Amaze automatic and the Brezza manual. This is my first car. Which one should I buy?
I’m planning to buy an automatic car for my parents, and I’m really confused between the Hyundai i20 and the Honda Amaze. The car will be used mostly in city traffic, so comfort, ease of driving, and reliability are very important to me. Which one would suit elderly drivers better and be easier to live with in the long run?
I am a 31-year-old lawyer looking to purchase my first car with a budget of ₹15-17 lakhs (on-road). My primary use will be a daily city commute of approximately 40-50 km. I am looking for a vehicle with a classy, sophisticated aesthetic, nothing overly aggressive or 'intimidating', and a premium, well-appointed interior. I am undecided between a sedan and a mid-size SUV. While I value the fuel efficiency and sleekness of a sedan, I am considering whether an SUV’s ground clearance is necessary for city infrastructure. Given my daily running, good mileage and ease of driving are priorities. Based on these requirements, which specific models and variants would you recommend for a professional first-time owner?
I have narrowed my options down to the Honda Elevate CVT and the Creta CVT. While driving comfort seems slightly better in the Creta, which one should I choose considering reliability, long-term maintenance, and efficiency?
While the Honda Elevate CVT has its strengths, the Hyundai Creta IVT is a more rounded product. It's got the significantly nicer gearbox with less of the rubberband effect (sharp rise in revs without a corresponding rise in road speed) than the Elevate. The Creta also scores with better overall refinement, a roomier cabin and more features.
Neither model will cause trouble in terms of reliability and long-term maintenance. Efficiency, however, is a function of driving style. Drive with a light foot, and you can expect decent fuel economy figures (10kpl in the city, 13-15kpl on the highway are typical numbers), but aggressive driving will have the SUVs deliver much lower figures.
Last Updated on: 16 Jan 2026