Honda City Facelift 2026: What’s New & What’s Changed

Honda has launched the 2026 City facelift in India, with prices starting at ₹11.99 lakh ex-showroom. The update is mainly a design + feature upgrade, while the engine options remain largely unchanged.

Area	New Update
Front Design	Sharper front look with a flatter nose, new grille, connected LED light strip and updated Honda logo
Grille	New honeycomb-style pattern replacing the older horizontal/mesh look
Alloy Wheels	New alloy wheel design
Rear Styling	Redesigned tailgate, revised lower bumper, smoked tail-lamps and vertical reflector units
Infotainment	Bigger 10.1-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Comfort Features	Ventilated front seats, wireless charger, ambient lighting
Camera	New 360-degree camera
Audio	8-speaker sound system
Safety	Six airbags continue; Level 2 ADAS, LaneWatch, hill-start assist, traction control and rain-sensing wipers offered

What Has Not Changed

The side profile is mostly the same, including the sloping roofline, doors and ORVM design. The cabin layout is also largely familiar, but Honda has added new cosmetic and feature upgrades.

Mechanically, there is no major change. The City continues with the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine and the 1.5-litre strong-hybrid setup. The petrol engine is paired with a 6-speed manual or CVT, while the hybrid gets an e-CVT.

Engine Options

Engine	Output	Gearbox
1.5L Petrol	Around 119–121 hp / 145 Nm	6MT / CVT
1.5L Strong Hybrid	Around 125–126 hp	e-CVT

The hybrid version continues to be the efficiency-focused option, with claimed mileage around 27 km/l depending on source/variant reporting.

It is a smart refresh focused on making the City look more modern and feel more premium. The biggest additions are the connected LED styling, bigger touchscreen, ventilated seats, 360-degree camera and stronger feature list. The core City strengths — refined petrol engine, hybrid option, spacious cabin and sedan comfort — remain unchanged.