Honda Small Car Honda Brio Coming Soon in India & Thailand

The leading Japanese car maker Honda, which is gearing up to launch its first ever small car ‘Brio’ in the Indian market, will manufacture and sell the car in Indian and Thai markets from next year, as reported in a leading Japanese news paper. According to the news report, Honda will commence the mass production of Brio in Thailand from March 2011, and the Indian production will start by the end of this year.

The report further adds that the new small car, which will be sporting a 1.2L engine, will be exported to the neighboring countries located in the South and Southeast Asia after manufacturing them in India and Thailand. Carrying Honda’s traditional trend ahead, the car will possibly be launched in Petrol version only in both of these markets.

The Honda Brio model will be produced on a common chassis on both of these production sites. However, the model produced in the Thai market will emphasize on fuel economy, in a bid to get tax preferences under a government eco-car plan, says the paper.

The model produced in the Thai market will be having as much as 90 percent local content in it and the company will roll-out the car with a starting price of 400,000 baht in that market. While in India, the Honda Brio will be produced with up to 80 percent local content so that its price can be kept attractive in this highly competitive market. The starting price of this car in India would be Rs 5 lakh, as estimated in the report.

The Brio model is expected to hit the Indian market in the festive season of year 2011. The car will be taking on the likes of Maruti Suzuki Swift, Chevrolet Beat, Ford Figo, Volkswagen Polo and recently launched Toyota Etios.

Source: Cartradeindia.com

Honda City Exclusive Launched in India; Price @ Rs 9.53 Lakh

Honda Siel Cars India Ltd, leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, today launched an 'Exclusive' variant of the Honda City, with several new interior and exterior luxury features.

The introduction of the exclusive variant is a step further in Honda's commitment of providing something special to Honda loyalists during the festival period.

The new variant is an addition to the City line-up, offering a distinctive combination of refined styling and high quality. The additions of leather seats & leather steering in MT & AT and leather gear shift knob (only in MT) enhances the feeling of luxury and elegance of the car.

Adding to the stylish and trendy look of the car is a Chrome trunk garnish and Chrome door sash moulding along with an 'Exclusive' rear badge and Body coloured mud flaps that enhances the ownership experience of the Honda City 'Exclusive'.

With this, the Honda City range also gets a new colour- Urban Titanium - apart from the existing colours- Taffeta White, Alabaster Silver, Crystal Black Pearl, Bold Beige Metallic and Habanero Red.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Tatsuya Natsume, Director Marketing, Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. said, “Honda City is one of the most successful and desirable brands in the country. The ‘exclusive' variant is aimed at further delighting our customers with exclusive luxurious features during this festival period.”

The current Honda City is a winner of 12 Auto Awards including the most prestigious ‘Indian Car of the Year 2009' (ICOTY) Award. The new Honda City's instant success is testified by the fact that it has sold nearly 54,000 units since its launch in September last year.

Honda City 'Exclusive' Price in India:
V MT - Rs. 9.53 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)
V AT – Rs. 10.25 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)

Courtesy: Honda Siel Cars India Ltd

Mid-Engine Honda CR-Z in Super GT-like guise Spied in Japan

Found on the GT Channel website, are these photos of a Honda CR-Z racer with a widebody mock up and what appears to be a mid-mounted engine. The unfinished project also gets carbon fiber doors. We don't have any information on the mystery car, but chances are it's either being readied to compete in Japan's Super GT racing series or to be displayed as a concept model at an upcoming motor show such as the Tokyo Auto Salon in January 2011. More photos after the jump.

New Honda City India Price Rs. 8.37 Lakh, Features, Reviews

Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd., leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, launched a new feature packed Honda City 1.5V and the new Honda City 1.5S with brand new beige interiors.


The top grade sparkling new variant of the Honda City has been launched as part of the Great Honda Fest promotion and will add to the festivities this season for all the Honda City lovers.
The new Honda City 1.5V (MT & AT) comes with the introduction of attractive 5 spoke Alloy Wheels and elegant Front Fog Lamps for enhanced style and better visibility. The exterior looks of the new City 1.5V gets further stylized by addition of Chrome door handles, new Sporty Exhaust Finisher and Front & Rear mud guards.

The new Honda City variant has a complete new interior look with the newly introduced Beige high quality fabric seats, Silver Colored Fan Knob, silver color inner door handles, door lining garnish and power windows panel. The car also gets the Dual front tweeters which will enable the customers to enjoy their best quality music and a driver seat back pocket for added convenience.

The new Honda City will now be available as SMT, VMT and VAT. Additionally, all the variants will be available in 2 attractive types - Elegance and Inspire.

Honda City which clearly dominates the premium sedan segment in India will have an additional colour option Deep Sapphire Blue for a limited period during festive season along with existing colors available in the range.

The Honda City comes equipped with a 1.5L, 4 cylinder new generation i-VTEC engine that delivers class leading power of 118PS. In line with the Honda's policy of reducing impact on the environment the engine is E10 compliant and has Euro IV emission levels.

The Safety of passengers and pedestrians is a first priority for Honda. Honda City is fully loaded with various active and passive safety features as standard including ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) with Brake Assist (BA), Dual SRS airbags, pre-tensioner seat belts and G-CON (G-Force Control Technology) body with a high integrity survival zone. The front body structure of the Honda City ensures advanced pedestrian safety features.

The All New Honda City is a winner of 12 Auto Awards including the most prestigious 'Indian Car of the Year 2009' (ICOTY) Award. The new Honda City's instant success is testified by the fact that it has sold nearly 38,000 units since its launch in September last year.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Masahiro Takedagawa, President and CEO, Honda Siel Cars India Ltd said, "We are happy to introduce this new V-Grade in response to our discerning customers' feedback. With the recently launched Honda Jazz, the refreshed new Honda Civic and now this V-Grade Honda City, we have a whole new line-up for all our customers to choose from."

Source: Honda Siel Cars India Ltd.

New Honda Fit / Jazz Hybrid: First Official Pictures, will Debut in Paris

These are the first official photos of Honda's Paris Motor Show-bound, Fit / Jazz Hybrid. Until recently, it was not clear if the subcompact hybrid model would be launched in markets outside Japan. And while now we know that the hybrid model will make its way to Europe, Honda officials have yet to announce any plans to offer the car in North America.

The newest member of the Japanese firm's hybrid family employs the same 1.3-liter gasoline engine and a continuously-variable automatic transmission with an electric motor sandwiched. We don't have output figures yet, but don't expect any significant differences over Honda's dedicated hybrid model.

To differentiate the hybrid version from the standard Jazz / Fit models, there is a new grille and front bumper design, while the head lamp and tail light crystals have been re-trimmed. The hybrid model also gets what appears to be a panoramic glass top.

Along with the pictures of the European market model, we also have some leaked brochure shots of the JDM version which is scheduled to arrive in japanes showrooms in October with prices rumored to begin at around 1.6 million yen, or about US$19,000 / €15,100 at the current exchange rates.

More details should be announced before the opening of the Paris Motor this September.

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See What Honda is Doing With the 2010 Honda Pilot

All-new for 2009, the 2010 Honda Pilot keeps the venerable 3.5L V6 VTEC engine for 2010. Along with fascia and interior changes, Honda rolled out this engine for the Pilot in the 2009 refresh. This new engine, designated as J35Z4, replaces and is derived from the old J35A9 engine that powered Pilots in 2005-2008 models.

Unlike in many other SUVs, 2010 Honda Pilot engine options are limited solely to this 3.5 liter V6. This engine puts out a maximum of 250 horsepower and 253 pound-feet of torque, yet returns a respectable EPA fuel economy of 17 miles per gallon on city streets and 23 miles per gallon on the highway. This is a notable improvement over the previous model, which produced 10 fewer horsepower, 11 fewer pound-feet of torque and traveled a mile less on a gallon of gasoline both in town and on the highway.

The new engine retains the single overhead cam design of it's predecessor, as well as the i-VTEC system. It adds the Variable Cylinder Management system, which shuts down unnecessary cylinders to burn less fuel during stable cruising, but reactivates them under acceleration to provide full power instantaneously. Using the system, the car can run on four or even as few as three cylinders under a light load at cruising speeds. An Active Noise Cancellation system uses speakers to cancel out unpleasant sound produced by the imbalanced cylinder load, while an Active Control Engine Mount system adjusts the engine itself to prevent potentially dangerous vibrations.

With most competitors offering powerful V6 or thirsty V8 engines in this segment, the 2010 Honda Pilot engine options strike an appropriate balance between economy and thrust.

Ronnie Tanner is a contributing writer at SWEngines.com. He writes about Honda Pilot Engine and other industry specific topics.

Honda Jazz X Launched in India @ Price Rs. 7.53 Lakh

Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd., leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, today launched a new variant of Honda Jazz named as Jazz X with great exterior styling, enhanced interiors and several new value-added features.

Honda Jazz X Variant:
The new variant is an addition to the Honda Jazz line-up, which boasts of premium styling, interior comfort, versatile utility and remarkable performance. The Honda Jazz becomes even more stylish and sporty with the new blue black interiors and this sporty look is further accentuated with the addition of Alloy wheels. In line with the preferences of the customers, the audio system of the new Jazz now comes equipped with a USB port.

The Honda Jazz X will additionally feature a Rear Parcel Shelf for added customer convenience & safety of the luggage and Front & Rear mud guards. It will also include Fog lamps for enhanced styling and better visibility and Driver seat height adjuster for a comfortable and smooth drive.

The new Jazz X will now be offered in one new colour-Rallye Red, apart from the existing colours-Tafetta White, Alabaster Silver, Crystal Black Pearl, Sherbet Blue and Deep Sapphire Blue.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Tatsuya Natsume, Director Marketing, Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. said, “We are delighted to expand the choice of variants for our customers of Jazz with the new Jazz X Grade. The new variant is a result of extensive customer feedback and will offer sporty looks, enhanced interior and exterior styling, and exhilarating driving experience.”

Honda Jazz was adjudged the 'Car of the Year' and 'Small Car of the Year' at the NDTV Profit – Car India and Bike India Awards 2010. Introduced in the Indian market in June 2009, the Jazz comes with a 1.2 L i-VTEC engine in 5-speed manual transmission and has all the Honda attributes, such as global design, great drivability, fuel efficiency and safety.

Honda Jazz X Price in India: 7.53 Lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)

Source: Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd

Honda Legend/Acura RL won't be aborted

2006 Honda Legend

Following rumours, Honda has denied that it is planning to kill-off the slow-selling Legend executive saloon.

The V6 model is rumoured to be close to an end-of-production run, but Honda chief executive officer, Takanobu Ito says the car is “a necessary model for the U.S” and points out that it has a “small but strong fan base in Japan".

2009 Honda Legend

Rumours over the plan to drop the model in Japan have also increased assumption about its future in the U.S as well.

The Legend, Acura RL in the U.S, is Acura's flagship sedan but Honda has only sold 872 RLs through the first six months of this year. The car was dropped in the UK last year after similarly slow sales. Stupidly, the Legend arrived in the UK with a 3.5 litre VTEC V6 petrol engine.

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Honda Siel Cars Report: June sales Down Marginally

Honda Siel Cars India Ltd, leading manufacturer of Premium Cars in India sold 4595 units in the month of June'10 as against 4067 units sold in May'10 recording a growth of 13%.

The company had sold 5048 units in the corresponding month last year.

Model wise break-up: Jazz: 507; City: 3544; Civic: 339; Accord: 157; CRV: 48

Honda Siel Cars India Ltd., (HSCI) leading manufacturer of passenger cars in India was established in December 1995 as a joint venture between Honda Motor Co. Ltd (Japan) and Siel Limited with a commitment to provide Honda's latest passenger car models and technologies, to the Indian customers.

HSCI's first state-of-the-art manufacturing unit was set up at Greater Noida, U.P in 1997 with an investment of Rs. 450 crore. The total investment made by the company in India till date is Rs. 1620 crores. At present, the company has a capacity of manufacturing 100,000 cars.

HSCI's second manufacturing facility is in Tapukara, Rajasthan. This facility is spread over 600 acres and will have an initial production capacity of 60,000 units per annum, with an investment of about Rs 1,000 crore. The first phase of this facility was inaugurated in September 2008.

Source: Honda Siel Cars India Ltd

New Honda Civic Price, Features & Specifiactions

Honda Siel Cars India Ltd., leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, launched Honda Civic with enhanced features further adding value to the model's appeal. The Honda Civic SMT is now equipped with a steering mounted cruise control system that helps to cruise at the desired speed to ensure comfort and convenience for the customer with one-touch operation and ORVM turn indicators that makes it more stylish and enhances the looks of the car. Honda Civic VMT & VAT comes with back up sensors that enables the driver a smooth and hassle free reversing.

New Honda Civic
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Tatsuya Natsume, Director Marketing, Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. said, "Honda Civic has received high appreciation since its introduction in India because of its unparalleled driving pleasure, contemporary styling, and advanced features. We are now delighted to introduce value added features that will make it even more desirable."

The Honda Civic comes fully loaded with various active and passive safety features including ABS (Anti - Lock braking system) with EBD (Electronic Brake - Force Distribution System) & Brake Assist, Dual SRS airbags and pre-tensioner seat belts. Honda's Advanced Compatibility Engineering Body (ACE) and G-CON (G-Force Control Technology) provide a high integrity survival zone that enhances self-protection and better compatibility in collisions with other
vehicles.

The 1.8 L i-VTEC engine in the new Honda Civic is the most advanced engine technology available in the segment. It combines Honda's i-VTEC (Intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) technology with VTC (Variable Time Control), delivering both powerful performance and superior fuel economy. The ARAI fuel efficiency results of 15.5 km/l for Civic MT reiterates its unmatched fuel economy.

Launched in 2006, Honda Civic redefined the lower D segment of passenger car segment in India. This segment witnessed unprecedented sales soon after the launch of the Honda Civic. Honda Civic has won 10 automobile awards including the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2007. It was also the winner of the JD Power Initial Quality Study in its very 1st year as well as in 2009 with the best ever score in the Industry.

The Honda Civic comes with a 2+2 year warranty and 24-hr roadside assistance as standard value for all new Civic buyers.

Honda Civic Price in India: (Ex showroom Delhi)
Honda Civic 1.8 SMT Price Rs. 12.2 Lac
Honda Civic 1.8 VMT Price Rs. 13.07 Lac
Honda Civic 1.8 VAT Price Rs. 13.81 Lac

Source: Honda Siel Cars India Ltd.

Honda Accord 3.5L V6 with Sunroof Launched in India

Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd., leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, launched its latest version of flagship sedan Accord 3.5L V6, enhancing the exterior styling of the car, with an Electric Sunroof and additional luxury features.

The introduction of Sunroof will give the Accord an impressive panoramic feeling by making it look brighter and larger. The Sunroof introduction was found to be the most desirable feature in Accord V6 based on the customer’s feedback.

The Accord V6 will also feature Ambient Light and Footlight which accentuate the style and enhance visibility during darkness allowing enough light to see the controls. The car will also be equipped with 2 sets of Keyless entry for added convenience to the customers.

The Footlight and 2 sets of Keyless entry have also been introduced in the Honda Accord 2.4L MT/ AT variants.

In addition, Honda Accord 3.5L V6 and Honda Accord 2.4L now have a provision for Mobile phone with Bluetooth interface.

Honda Accord V6 is the flagship model of Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. in the Indian market and is powered by an expanded range of innovative technologies designed for more power and performance making it the most powerful car from the Honda stable in India.

Accord's V6 3.5-liter i-VTEC engine with 275 PS makes it the most powerful Accord ever built and provides driving performance at par with luxury vehicles from higher segments.

The V6 3.5-liter i-VTEC engine features an advanced Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) system that switches between six-, four-, and three-cylinder combustion depending on the driving conditions and thereby delivering maximum power of 275 PS during six cylinder operation and impressive fuel economy in VCM mode while cruising. To achieve the same quietness and smoothness, as when running on all six cylinders, new Active Control Engine Mounts (ACM) and Active Noise Control (ANC) systems have been designed to complement the VCM technology.

The complete Accord range will be available at the Ex-showroom Delhi price of Rs. 18,52,000 for 2.4L MT, Rs.19,27,000 for 2.4L AT and Rs 26,15,000 for 3.5L V6.

Source: Honda Siel Cars India Ltd

Honda Siel Launches Jazz Select Edition in India @ Rs. 7.21 Lac

Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd., leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, today launched a "Select Edition" of the Honda Jazz to commemorate the celebration of 'Car of the Year' award won by the Jazz in India.

The "Select Edition" is an addition to the Jazz line-up which boasts of premium styling, spacious interiors, versatile utility and remarkable performance & fuel efficiency. The Honda Jazz becomes even more stylish and enhances its premium appeal by addition of Alloy wheels in the "Select Edition". The new edition will additionally feature a Rear Parcel Shelf for added customer convenience & safety of the luggage and Front & Rear mud guards.


The "Select Edition" of Honda Jazz would start getting despatched to the Honda dealerships from this week and will be available at the outlets from next week.

Honda Jazz was adjudged as the 'Car of the Year' and 'Small Car of the Year' at the NDTV Profit – Car India and Bike India Awards 2010. Introduced in the Indian market in June 2009, the Jazz comes with a 1.2 L i-VTEC engine in 5-speed manual transmission and is loaded with all the values that are associated with Honda – global design, great drivability, fuel efficiency and safety.

Price of the "Select Edition" of Honda Jazz: Rs. 7.21 lac (ex-showroom, Delhi)

Courtesy: Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd.

Hyundai India Unveiled Hyundai i10 Electric: Zero Emission Urban Car

Hyundai Motor India Ltd, the country's largest car exporter and second largest car manufacturer, today unveiled the electric version of the immensely popular compact car - i10 at Auto Expo 2010 in New Delhi. Considered as a breakthrough in the alternate fuel vehicle segment, the Hyundai i10 electric ushers in a new era of mobility – a zero-emission urban commuter vehicle.

The Hyundai i10 Electric made its world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, 2009. Slated for a limited series production run in 2010 in the home market of Hyundai - South Korea, the all new i10 Electric is an embodiment of Hyundai's radical, transformative vision for the future and the culmination of decades of investment in research and development.

HMIL, said, "A growing awareness amongst consumers for all things green inspired us to introduce the electric version of our immensely popular compact car – Hyundai i10. It is truly a real-world car with zero emissions, and the unveiling today, marks the first step in what is sure to be an exciting journey - for people all over the world, for Hyundai and for the industry. We hope that the heightened interest in electric vehicles will present us with a huge opportunity to bring in EV technology to the Indian market in the near future."

Powered by a highly efficient 49kWh electrical motor and a 16kWh battery, the Hyundai i10 electric uses advanced LiPoly (Lithium-Ion-Polymer) technology with numerous advantages over other batteries. The low kerb weight and the evolved battery technology gives the i10 Electric a driving range of 160km on a single charge to satisfy real-world consumer requirements with a top speed of 130kmph.

The Hyundai i10 Electric offers dual recharging cycles: Charging at home through a 220V outlet is estimated to take approximately five hours for a 100 per cent capacity. With a 413V outlet, an industrial strength current, the battery can be recharged up to 85 percent of its capacity within 15 minutes.

The Hyundai i10 Electric incorporates advanced LiPoly batteries which compared with nickel-metal hydride batteries (NiMH) delivers the same power with 30 percent less weight, 40 percent less volume and 12 percent greater efficiency. This ensures a highly responsive, fun-to-drive experience that is in keeping with what consumers have come to expect from traditional, gasoline-powered automobiles.

Courtesy: Hyundai Motor India Ltd.

Honda Siel Unveils Small Concept Car: Launch in 2011 @ Below Rs. 5 Lakhs

Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd., announced the World Premiere of the Honda New Small Concept Car today in a press conference at the 10th Auto Expo 2010. This will be the first time when Honda has chosen India for the world premiere of a concept car. The Honda New Small Concept Car is a concept model of a new small-sized vehicle which Honda is currently developing especially for India and other emerging nations.

With its commitment to provide technologically advanced vehicles, the Honda New Small Concept is a 'true Honda' – futuristic design with maximum cabin space. The 'Efficient Energetic Exterior' based on front-forward design lends the Honda New Small Concept an appealing dynamic presence.

Honda's design principle 'Man Maximum - Machine Minimum' has defined the underlying approach in the design concept of the Honda New Small Concept. A wide platform with a stable center of gravity was adopted to create a highly efficient compact size car without compromising on the cabin space hence greater passenger comfort.

Developed at Honda's Automobile R&D Center in Japan, the Honda New Small Concept is designed to be a family car with a capacity to comfortably seat 5 adult passengers.

Addressing the media during an official press conference Mr. Koichi Kondo, Executive Vice President and Representative Director, Honda Motor Co., Ltd., said, "We are delighted to unveil the Honda New Small Concept at the 10th Auto Expo. India has been the hub for the compact car segment and is also the lead country for our research and development work on the New Small Concept. The new model based on this concept will be a global car with features to suit the needs of India customers. We plan to launch this car by 2011."

Commenting on the unveiling of the New Honda Small Concept Mr. M. Takedagawa, President & CEO, Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. said, "This is a remarkable occasion for Honda as we unveil the Honda New Small Concept to the world. India is a focus market for Honda and the World Premier of the New Small Concept at the Auto Expo is a testimony to this fact."

With the booth concept of "Inspired by Dynamism - Truly Honda by Nature" for Auto Expo 2010, Honda will express its relentless dynamism to create cutting edge technologies and its commitment to protect the environment for future generations. True to its nature of challenging spirit and bringing together the seemingly incongruous ends, Honda will bring alive the theme of its booth through an attractive range of displays.

The Honda New Small Concept Car would be priced below Rs. 5,00,000 /-

Courtesy: Honda Siel Cars India

Honda New Small CR-Z Concept at 10th Auto Expo 2010

Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd., announced its plans for a World Premiere of the "Honda New Small Concept" at the 10th Auto Expo 2010 to be held in New Delhi starting from 5th January 2010.

Honda New Small Concept is a concept model of a new small-sized vehicle which Honda is currently developing especially for India and other emerging nations.

In addition to the Honda New Small Concept, Honda will also exhibit the CR-Z Concept 2009, a concept model for a new hybrid model, which was unveiled for the first time at the Tokyo Motor Show in October 2009.

With the booth concept of "Inspired by Dynamism - Truly Honda by Nature", Honda will express its relentless dynamism to create cutting edge technologies and its commitment to protect the environment for future generations. True to its nature of challenging spirit and bringing together the seemingly incongruous ends, Honda will bring alive the theme of its booth through an attractive range of displays.

Honda will personify Human Dynamism in the form of the much-loved, humanoid Robot, the ASIMO. Besides enthralling the audiences at the Expo with its ability to walk forward and backward, climb stairs, the ASIMO will also show its advanced mobility capabilities through running in a circular pattern.

The special display zone named "Design Corner" will feature a glimpse of the elements involved in designing a car from scratch. This corner will also have contests for visitors where they would be asked to design futuristic cars of their choice.

Adding glamour and spunk to the Honda booth will be the 'The Jazz Corner' which will showcase Mugen fitted Honda Jazz in trendy colors.

An exclusive "Engine section" will feature the advances made by Honda in the engine technology realizing both superior power and low fuel consumption. Also on display will be Honda's commitment to passenger and pedestrian safety through G-CON technology and safety features which come as standard on all Honda cars.

Apart from the new products Honda will also display its current refreshed range of cars which includes City 1.5 V, New Civic, Accord V6 and New CR-V.

Commenting on the displays Mr Tatsuya Natsume, Director - Sales & Marketing, Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. said, "At Honda, we believe in constant innovation to offer advanced technology that only makes our cars fun to drive but also addresses the ever increasing concern about the environment. Our displays at this year's Auto Expo will focus on bringing alive the spirit of dynamism which is Truly Honda."

Location of HSCI booth at Auto Expo (5th – 11th Jan 2010) Hall 6, Pragati Maidan

Source: Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd.

New Honda City Launched by Honda Cars India with 2 New Variants

New Honda City: Feature packed Honda City 1.5V adds more excitement to the festive season.

Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd., leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, today launched a new feature packed Honda City 1.5V and the new Honda City 1.5S with brand new beige interiors.

The top grade sparkling new variant of the Honda City has been launched as part of the Great Honda Fest promotion and will add to the festivities this season for all the Honda City lovers.

The new Honda City 1.5V (MT & AT) comes with the introduction of attractive 5 spoke Alloy Wheels and elegant Front Fog Lamps for enhanced style and better visibility. The exterior looks of the new City 1.5V gets further stylized by addition of Chrome door handles, new Sporty Exhaust Finisher and Front & Rear mud guards. The new variant has a complete new interior look with the newly introduced Beige high quality fabric seats, Silver Colored Fan Knob, silver color inner door handles, door lining garnish and power windows panel. The car also gets the Dual front tweeters which will enable the customers to enjoy their best quality music and a driver seat back pocket for added convenience.

The new Honda City will now be available as SMT, VMT and VAT. Additionally, all the variants will be available in 2 attractive types – Elegance and Inspire.

Honda City which clearly dominates the premium sedan segment in India will have an additional colour option Deep Sapphire Blue for a limited period during festive season along with existing colors available in the range.

The Honda City comes equipped with a 1.5L, 4 cylinder new generation i-VTEC engine that delivers class leading power of 118PS. In line with the Honda's policy of reducing impact on the environment the engine is E10 compliant and has Euro IV emission levels.

The Safety of passengers and pedestrians is a first priority for Honda. Honda City is fully loaded with various active and passive safety features as standard including ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) with Brake Assist (BA), Dual SRS airbags, pre-tensioner seat belts and G-CON (G-Force Control Technology) body with a high integrity survival zone. The front body structure of the Honda City ensures advanced pedestrian safety features.

The All New Honda City is a winner of 12 Auto Awards including the most prestigious ‘Indian Car of the Year 2009' (ICOTY) Award. The new Honda City's instant success is testified by the fact that it has sold nearly 38,000 units since its launch in September last year.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Masahiro Takedagawa, President and CEO, Honda Siel Cars India Ltd said, "We are happy to introduce this new V-Grade in response to our discerning customers' feedback. With the recently launched Honda Jazz, the refreshed new Honda Civic and now this V-Grade Honda City, we have a whole new line-up for all our customers to choose from."

New Honda City Price Range (ex-showroom Delhi):

- 1.5S MT Rs 837,000
- 1.5V MT Rs 882,000
- 1.5V AT Rs 954,000
- 1.5S MT Elegance Rs 873,000
- 1.5S MT Inspire Rs 907,000
- 1.5V MT Elegance Rs 916,000
- 1.5V MT Inspire Rs 952,000
- 1.5V AT Elegance Rs 988,000
- 1.5V AT Inspire Rs 1,024,000

Source: Honda Siel Cars India Ltd.

Honda Siel Cars Launched New Honda Civic in India @ Rs.11.8 Lakh

New Delhi, September 8, 2009: Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd., leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, today launched the new Honda Civic with aesthically designed new looks.

The new Honda Civic further augments the style quotient of the globally successful and India's most loved LD segment car - the Honda Civic. It is an excellent combination of new-age and sporty design and aggressive appeal together with the cutting-edge technology and refined engine.

The new Civic juxtaposes Honda's advanced technology with striking design. The new Curved 5 Point Metallic Front Grille and restyled Front Sporty Bumper add to a pulsating and aggressive appeal of the car. The introduction of stylized Dark Smokey Headlights & Crystalline Octagonal Tail Lights enhance the contemporary look of the car.

The new Honda Civic comes with more exclusive features that make it an even more desirable sedan. In line with the preferences of the customers, the audio system of the new Civic comes equipped with a USB port together with the CD player. The intelligent fuel economy indicator introduced in the new Honda Civic will enable the customers to achieve the good fuel efficiency.

New HOnda Civic will be available in 3 variants – Honda Civic SMT, Honda Civic VMT & Honda Civic VAT. Honda civic will have an additional color option Polished Metal along with the existing colors available in the range.

The new Honda Civic SMT comes with two tone luxury high quality fabric seats with matching fabric on door panels & armrest. Honda Civic VMT & VAT comes with a steering mounted cruise control system that helps to cruise at the desired speed with one touch operation. It also comes with a new sporty fog light with garnish and newly designed alloy wheel.

Additionally, all the Honda Civic variants will be available in 2 attractive types – Elegance and Inspire.

The 1.8 L i-VTEC engine in the new Honda Civic is the most advanced engine technology available in the segment. It combines Honda's i-VTEC (Intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) technology with VTC (Variable Time Control), delivering both powerful performance and superior fuel economy. The i-VTEC regulates the opening of air-fuel intake valves and exhaust valves in accordance with engine speeds. By regulating valve opening to match engine speed, the agile i-VTEC engine adjusts its characteristics to realize both superior power and low fuel consumption. With i-VTEC engine technology, Honda is working to ensure environmental responsibility while delivering driving pleasure.

The ARAI fuel efficiency results of 15.5 km/l for Civic MT reiterates its unmatched fuel economy. In line with Honda's mission to reduce its environment footprint, the new Honda Civic is E10 compatible and has Euro IV emission levels.

Safety of passengers and pedestrians is a top priority for Honda and all safety equipment is standard across all variants. The Honda Civic comes fully loaded with various active and passive safety features including ABS (Anti – Lock braking system) with EBD (Electronic Brake – Force Distribution System) & Brake Assist, Dual SRS airbags and pre-tensioner seat belts. Honda’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering Body (ACE) and G-CON (G-Force Control Technology) provide a high integrity survival zone that enhances self-protection and better compatibility in collisions with other vehicles.

Launched in 2006, the Honda Civic redefined the lower D segment of passenger car segment in India. This segment witnessed unprecedented sales soon after the launch of the Honda Civic. HSCI has sold over 42,000 units in just over 3 years. Honda Civic has won 10 automobile awards including the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2007. It was also winner of the JD Power Initial Quality Study in its very 1st year with the best ever score in the Industry.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Masahiro Takedagawa, President and CEO, Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. said, "The Honda Civic is a segment defining product both in terms of looks and performance. The new Honda Civic carries forward the legacy of the Civic which is already the most refined and advanced car in the segment."

Bookings for the new Honda Civic will start immediately at the company's distribution network of 106 authorised dealership facilities, across the country. This network is likely to go up to 112 facilities by the end of the current financial year.

The all Honda Civic comes with a 2+2 year warranty and 24-hr roadside assistance as standard value for all new Honda Civic buyers.

The New Honda Civic car is priced in the range of Rs.11.80 lakh to Rs. 14.13 lakh at showrooms in Delhi.

Courtesy: hondacarindia.com