Is it a good choice for you to buy a Honda City now?

The fifth-generation City's cabin is certainly one of its highlights. The interior looks classy and upscale with bright beige upholstery, soft materials and elegant woodwork. The seats are also very comfortable and there is plenty of space for front and rear passengers. And Honda City price Philippines is reasonable.

Honda City Gen 5: engine, transmission and fuel economy

One thing worth mentioning about the fifth-generation City is its new petrol engine. It is a naturally aspirated 1,498cc DOHC engine with a capacity of 121 hp and 145 Nm, an increase of 2 hp compared to the 1.5 liter SOHC engine from the fourth generation City. 

In our fuel efficiency tests, the City automatic petrol generated 11.5 kpl in the city and 17.7 kpl on the highway, while the CVT automatic returned 12 kpl in the city. street and 16.4 kpl on the highway.

The City is also one of only two midsize sedans with a diesel engine; the other is the Hyundai Verna. The 1.5-litre 100bhp, 200Nm diesel engine comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission. Diesel fuel efficiency in the city is 16.2 kpl in the city and 19.1 kpl on the highway. The City's diesel engine is for long-distance riders, thanks to its frugal nature. 

However, if you mostly drive around town with occasional trips to the resort, one of the petrol makes more sense. Especially the CVT, because it's more fuel efficient than the manual in the city, not to mention it's also more practical.

Honda City Gen 5: Variants and Features

The new City is launched with three levels - V, VX and ZX. In terms of equipment, the most advanced City ZX version has full LED headlights with LED daytime running lights, 16-inch alloys, 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system compatible with Apple CarPlay, Android. 

Auto, Honda Connect telecommunications system. Alexa remote control and systems and capabilities, 7.0-inch color MID, automatic climate control, sunroof, gearshift paddles and remote engine start (CVT only), plus leatherette upholstery .

Premium city safety features include six airbags, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, Vehicle Stability Assist, Agile Handling Assist, Hill Start Assist, pressure monitoring system tires, Honda LaneWatch camera (first segment), ISOFIX child seat mounts, rear parking camera and automatic headlights and wipers. 

Of course, you should buy the version that works best for its features. But if you are on a tight budget, even the mid-range VX version covers all the bases and will satisfy you. As a Honda, City is known for being reliable and spare parts are readily available, although some can be expensive. The sedan also comes with a 3-year/unlimited-quantity warranty as standard, so you'll be buying a used car that's still covered under warranty.

Things to look for in a used Honda City Gen 5

Rattles in the house

Owners have complained about fifth-generation city rattling noises, coming from behind the dashboard or from the interior light panels on the roof. Before you buy, take a test drive, cross a bumpy road, and listen for rattling noises. During the test drive, you should also check the condition of the suspension and brakes.

Incident touchscreen

Some owners have also had issues with the City's touchscreen. Customers have complained of sudden system crashes and occasional lag. You should try out the touchscreen infotainment system before you buy the car.

Second-hand Honda City Gen 5 Price as well as Resale Value

Rs 11 lakh-14 lakh

As a fairly new car, the price of a used Honda City 5th generation is still quite high. It's no surprise that Hondas in general and City, in particular, are slowly depreciating. You should pay between Rs 11 lakh to Rs 14 lakh, depending on the version you are looking for.