New Honda City CNG launched at Rs 9.54 lakh

Honda has launched the new modified version of CNG with of option of bio-fuels, designed as an alternative fuel option which matches the superior quality to the original Honda City. The only not so good criteria of CNG would be the additional installment charge of 50,200 customers will have to pay for compressed natural gas kit.

The new modified Honda city will be fitted with a V grade engine and a CNG kit at 45 Honda dealerships located in 28 cities. The New Honda City will come with a Standard two year warranty. To improve the efficiency of Honda cars, the new engine is fitted with a 1.5L, 4 cylinder i-VTEC, the suspension is modified in order to support the additional weight of CNG cylinder.

To enhance safety of passengers and pedestrians, the new CNG is fitted with a ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) with Brake Assist (BA), Dual SRS airbags, pre-tensioner seat belts. The front body of the car is designed in a way to ensure pedestrians are protected.

The New Honda City comes with all new interesting interior features being; Touch Screen, Audio Visual Navigation, Bluetooth, DVD player in addition to CD Player, USB/I-Pod/Aux-in connectivity and Leather upholstery with Leather wrapped steering wheel and Leather wrapped Gear Shift Knob (in MT). The other features are CNG fitment and sunroof.

Speaking on the launch Mr. Jnaneswar Sen, Sr Vice President, Honda Cars India Ltd. said “Honda City is one of the most eminent car brand in the country and certainly the most desirable sedan in its category due to its unmatched values of performance, mileage and overall reliability. We are extremely happy to bring the City with a CNG option for our customers. Adapting the CNG technology is another step to keep low cost of ownership for our customers and will add to the appeal of the car, as it will not only be cheaper to run and maintain but also eco-friendly.“ “In line with the preferences of our customers, we are delighted to introduce the new variant with Audio Visual Navigation which makes the car even more desirable in its category.”

According to Jnansewar Sen Sr VP, Honda Cars India Ltd. said, “We are happy to bring the City with a CNG option for our customers. Adapting the CNG technology is another step to reduce the cost of ownership for our customers and will add to the appeal of the car, as it will not only be cheaper to run and maintain but also eco-friendly.’’

Honda has made a smart move to launch an alternate fuel option, the CNG to provide customers with many choices. Another advantage of CNG is it is not only reasonable but also eco- friendly. The New Honda portrays smart, sporty and masculine appeal to the car, suited for young smartly attired businessmen. The excellent safety features in the interior and exterior, and the option of CNG which is a reliable and eco- friendly fuel option will make the New Honda and instant hit in the car market.