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2026 Honda City Facelift Launch LIVE: Honda Cars India has launched the City facelift in the Indian market. With this update, the brand has introduced major changes in the design, interior, and feature list of the sedan. All of these changes are aimed at improving the car's position against rivals like the Hyundai Verna, Skoda Slavia, and Volkswagen Virtus in the Indian market.  Additionally, the Japanese manufacturer has introduced the all-new ZR-V SUV to the country. This model will be brought to India has a CBU.

In this space, we share all the LIVE updates related to the City facelift's launch.

May 22, 2026 13:29 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: ZR-V Details

The Honda ZR-V has made its India debut and will be sold in the country as a CBU. The SUV comes with a hybrid powertrain and is the flagship product of the Japanese automaker in the Indian market.

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May 22, 2026 13:03 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: Fresh Details

The Honda City facelift brings a complete refresh for the sedan with multiple updates in the design, along with a new black paint scheme. The car also gets new features and interior updates while keeping the powertrain the same.

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May 22, 2026 12:52 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: Variant-Wise Prices

Honda City Facelift has been launched in India and comes at a starting price of Rs 12 lakh (ex-showroom). Here's the variant-wise pricing of the new sedan.

New City Variant
SV V ZX ZX+
MT 11,99,900 13,29,900 15,25,900 16,14,900
CVT - 14,29,900 16,25,900 17,14,900
e:HEV - - - 20,99,900

May 22, 2026 12:44 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: Price

The Honda City Facelift has been launched at a starting price of Rs 12 lakh (ex-showroom). Meanwhile, the most expensive variant of the sedan is priced at Rs 21 lakh (ex-showroom).

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May 22, 2026 12:43 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: ZR-V Features

The list of features also includes a 360-degree camera, 10.20-inch infotainment touchscreen system, a 9-inch instrument cluster, power-adjustable seats, paddle-shifters, and more features.

May 22, 2026 12:36 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: ZR-V Engine

The Honda ZR-V comes with a 2,0-litre engine with a dual-motor hybrid system producing 184 hp of power and 315 Nm of peak torque. The car is capable of going from 0-100 kmph in 7.9 seconds. The car also gets three driving modes. With all of this, the SUV offers a mileage of 22.80 kmpl.

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May 22, 2026 12:33 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: ZR-V Design

The Honda ZR-V comes with an imposing design with sharp design for the headlights and a big vertical slat grille. The SUV has a length of over 4.5 meters.

May 22, 2026 12:26 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: Colours

The Honda City now comes with six colour options, including a new black paint scheme options with options including red, white, and other colours.

May 22, 2026 12:24 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: ADAS Features

The Honda City facelift gets Level 2 ADAS features with the Honda Sensing features, with features like collision mitigation braking system, automatic headlights, and more. For safety, the car also gets rain-sensing wipers, a 360-degree camera, multiple airbags, and more.

May 22, 2026 12:22 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: Engine, Mileage

The car continues with the 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine. The unit can be paired with a six-speed manual or a seven-speed CVT gearbox. It also carries forward the segment-first hybrid engine. It The hybrid offers a mileage of 27.26 kmpl, which is claimed to be the highest in the segment.

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May 22, 2026 12:20 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: Bigger Screen, New Interior

The car now gets a 65 per cent bigger infotainment screen, dashboard lighting, footwell, and console lighting. All of these updates are aimed at creating a better ambience for the occupants. All of this is complemented by the presence of Ivory interiors, and a wider area for the flow of air.

May 22, 2026 12:18 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: New Alloy Wheels

The car now gets newly designed 16-inch alloy wheels, which are more sporty and have a black finish. The diamond cut wheels add to the sporty persona of the car.

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May 22, 2026 12:17 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: Longest In Segment

The Honda City facelift has been updated with elements to sharpen the design and make it more aerodynamic. Furthermore, the sedan is now the longest in the segment. The car now gets bi-LED projector headlamps as standard on all variants. These lights are connected by an LED DRL, giving it a new front fascia.

May 22, 2026 12:17 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: Longest In Segment

The Honda City facelift has been updated with elements to sharpen the design and make it more aerodynamic. Furthermore, the sedan is now the longest in the segment. The car now gets bi-LED projector headlamps as standard on all variants. These lights are connected by an LED DRL, giving it a new front fascia.

May 22, 2026 12:12 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: ZR-V To Be CBU

Honda ZR-V will be imported into the Indian market and will be sold as a CBU. The car will be imported in limited volume in phases. This is a strategy that Volkswagen used with its models like the Golf in the country.

May 22, 2026 12:10 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: 6 New Models To Launch In India

Honda Cars India's CEO revealed that the brand is planning to launch six new models in the country in FY26-27. The upcoming cars will have an advanced and sporty styling. The first of these launches is the City facelift and ZR-V.

May 22, 2026 12:08 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: CEO Takes Stage

Takashi Nakajima, President and CEO, Honda Cars India, takes the stage to talk about the strategies of the brand. He confirmed that the brand will launch 6 new models in FY26-27 with advanced and sporty products.

May 22, 2026 12:02 (IST)

2026 Honda City Launch: Event Begins

The launch event for the City facelift and the debut of the ZR-V has started. More updates and official annoucements for the car will start flowing in now.

May 22, 2026 11:56 (IST)

2026 Honda City Launch: Interior Leaked Image

The leaked image of the Honda City facelift reveals a black and white theme for the cabin. Furthermore, the car gets a new infotainment touchscreen, which is bigger compared to the one offered on the outgoing model. Other images also revealed that the car will have a sunroof among other features. (Image Source- X/adityalala2000)

May 22, 2026 11:50 (IST)

Honda City Facelift Launch LIVE: ZR-V Rivals

The Honda ZR-V will likely compete against more premium SUVs in the Indian market like the Jeep Meridian, Skoda Kodiaq, Hyundai Alcazar, and others in the segment.

May 22, 2026 11:42 (IST)

Honda City Facelift Launch: Price

The Honda City is currently retailed at a starting price of Rs 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and goes up to Rs 16.07 lakh (ex-showroom). With the facelift, the model is expected to get a slight increase in these numbers. However, the exact number will only be known after the automaker's announcement.

May 22, 2026 11:35 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: ZR-V Dimensions

The Honda ZR-V stands at 4,568 mm in length and has a wheelbase of 2,657 mm. This places it in the premium mid-size SUV segment.

May 22, 2026 11:29 (IST)

2026 Honda City Launch LIVE: ZR-V Design Details

The Honda ZR-V comes with an imposing size complemented by a rounded and urban-crossover-inspired design. In the international market, the SUV gets a sharp design for the headlights and a large grille. All of it contributes to giving the SUV an appearance many might consider premium.

May 22, 2026 11:18 (IST)

2026 Honda City Launch: ZR-V Debut

Along with the City Facelift, Honda Cars India is also prepared for the debut of the ZR-V SUV. Likely to be brought as a CBU, the SUV will take the space above the Elevate in the brand's lineup. It is worth mentioning that the model is already on sale in some international markets.

May 22, 2026 11:09 (IST)

Honda City Facelift Launch LIVE: Hybrid Powertrain

The brand is also expected to launch the City e:HEV, which comes with a hybrid powertrain. This is the segment-first strong hybrid engine, and it uses a 1.5-litre Atkinson cycle engine for a hybrid setup. The unit produces 124 hp of power and 253 Nm of peak torque. This is expected to remain unchanged.

May 22, 2026 10:57 (IST)

Honda City Facelift Launch: Engine To Remain Same

The Honda City Facelift is expected to carry forward the engine offered on the outgoing model. It will likely come with a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine producing 121 hp of power and 145 Nm of peak torque. The unit is paired with either a six-speed manual or a CVT gearbox.

May 22, 2026 10:50 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: Rivals

Once launched, the Honda City Facelift will continue to compete against rivals like the Hyundai Verna, Skoda Slavia, and Volkswagen Virtus. The segment has rather fewer models because of the declining popularity of the body type.

May 22, 2026 10:45 (IST)

2026 Honda City Launch LIVE: ADAS Features With Honda Sensing

The Honda City facelift will retain the Honda Sensing ADAS features for the higher variants. The list of features in the package includes lane keep assist, cruise control, auto high beam assist, collision mitigation braking, and more.

May 22, 2026 10:36 (IST)

2026 Honda City Launch: Features

The car is expected to get a list of updated features in the facelift version. Expectations are that it will be launched with ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, a sunroof, a wireless charger, six airbags, and more features. All of this will be aimed at improving the comfort of the occupants.

May 22, 2026 10:21 (IST)

Honda City Facelift Launch LIVE: Interior Updates

Along with the exterior design, the cabin of the City has received significant updates. Based on the spy shots, the upholstery has been changed along with a new infotainment screen. The brand is also expected to add new features compared to the list of equipment offered on the outgoing model.

May 22, 2026 10:21 (IST)

Honda City Facelift Launch: New Headlight Design

The design of the headlight has been changed with the DRLs embedded in the headlamp cluster. It contributes to giving the sedan a completely different look compared to the outgoing model. This is complemented by the presence of a new grille and a new bumper.

May 22, 2026 10:21 (IST)

2026 Honda City Facelift Live Launch: Design Changes

Based on the teaser and the leaked images, the City Facelift will come with major design changes. The list includes a revised front fascia and a new design for the alloy wheels, while the silhouette of the car is maintained. Furthermore, the rear end will see light revisions in the design of the tail lamps, among other things.

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