Honda Cars India launches All-New 2nd Generation Honda Amaze

Mumbai, May 17th, 2018 (GPN) : Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL)leading manufacturer of premium cars, today launched its much awaited AllNew 2nd Generation Honda Amaze in MaharashtraBuilt on an all new platform, the 2nd generation Amaze incorporates Honda’s spirit of innovation in research and development aiming to delight the customersThe car offers One Class Above premium experience with its all new bold design, sophisticated & spacious interior, more efficient powertrain, outstanding driving dynamics, advanced features and safety technologies.

The allnew Amaze features the First in Industry Diesel CVT Technology in the Indian market, offering powerful and effortless driving experienceThis is Honda’s first diesel engine combined with advanced CVT, and India will be the first market to launch this technology.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Gaku Nakanishi, President & CEO, Honda Cars India, Honda Cars India said, “The All New Amaze has been developed keeping the needs and aspirations of Indian customers in mindIt is a big promise from Honda and we are confident that the All New Amaze will become one of the strongest pillar of HCIL business.This model will create new excitement in the segment and will provide us opportunity to expand our business across markets.

In line with our commitment to offer latest technologies to the Indian consumers, Amaze comes with advanced Diesel CVT which is Honda’s first such technology in the world and also an industry first in the Indian market.

The AllNew 2nd Generation Honda Amaze has been developed at Honda R&D Asia Pacific CoLtd.following extensive market surveys with an aim to exceed the needs and aspirations of Indian customersIndia, a key market for Honda globally, is the first country to launch the AllNew Amaze. 

The model has been developed under the grand concept of ’Amazing Compact Limousine’ represented by its sleek solid design, overwhelming cabin and cargo space within 4 metres and outstanding driving performance with comfortable ride.

EXTERIOR

The allnew Amaze features a premium and sensational designIn accordance with its exterior concept of ‘Dauntless Solid’, the aggressive long nose seamlessly integrates with sleek and spacious cabin expressing a premium sedan form.

 

          Honda’s signature Solid Wing Face

          Headlamp integrated Signature LED Position lights

          Front Fog lamps

          Power adjustable and Power folding ORVM with LED turn indicators

          Shark Fin Antenna

          Multi Spoke Stylish R15 Alloy Wheel

          Premium Rear Combi Lamps

INTERIOR

The Amaze interiors are designed to achieve comfort beyond its class.  The 2nd generation Amaze even surpasses the highly spacious cabin of the previous model, especially for the rear seat, providing a more comfortable ride and a premium feelingThe car offers a host of equipment for comfort, convenience and entertainment for the Indian customers.

 

          Aesthetically designed instrument panel

          Multifunctional Steering wheel with audio, voice command, hands free and cruise control

          White illumination meter design for high readability and premium feel with Advanced Multi Information Display

          1st in segment F1 inspired Paddle Shift (for Petrol CVT)

          Cruise Control

          Auto AC

          Honda’s Smart Entry System with touch sensor based unlock system

          17.7cm Advanced Touchscreen Infotainment with Audio, Video and Navigation system – Digipad 2.0 with Blue Tooth Audio, Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ and rear camera display

          Smart Cabin Storage in front & rear doors and central console

          Rear Armrest with cupholders

          Push Button StartStop with Welcome illumination

          Tilt Steering

          Driver Seat Height Adjust

 

POWERTRAIN

The All New Amaze adopts the best of Honda’s powertrains to achieve a perfect balance of performance and fuel economy.

 

Engine

Transmission

Power

Torque

Fuel efficiency  As per test data

1.2L iVTEC(Petrol)

5MT

90PS@6000 rpm

110 Nm @ 4800 rpm

MT – 19.5 kmpl

CVT

CVT – 19.0 kmpl

1.5L iDTEC(Diesel)

5MT 

100PS@3600 rpm

200 Nm @1750 rpm

MT – 27.4 kmpl

CVT(Newintroduced)

80PS@3600 rpm

160 Nm@1750 rpm

CVT – 23.8 kmpl

 

This is the first time that Honda is using a CVT with a diesel engineThe CVT is highly compatible with the wide torque band of the diesel engine to offer fun and sporty driving. It also offers better, smoother, and more linear acceleration and greater shift control.

 PACKAGE

The all new Honda Amaze is longer and wider to provide class above passenger spaceIt measures 3995 mm (5 mm longer than its predecessorand 1695 mm in width (15 mm wider). With its wheelbase of 2470mm (65mm more than its predecessor), efficient use of space has been made for both driver and occupants to create a spacious cabin interior. The Amaze has segment best trunk capacity of 420L which is 20L more than the outgoing model.

Key specification of All New Amaze

Length

Width

Height

Wheelbase

Ground Clearance

Boot space

3995 mm

1695 mm

1501 mm

2470 mm

170 mm*

420 L

*Minimum ground clearance mentioned is in unloaded condition

CHASSIS

The All New Amaze offers outstanding stability and ride comfort which has been achieved with the extended wheelbase, new steering system and advanced suspension system.

·         MacPherson strut front suspension.

·         Torsion beam rear suspension

The Collision performance in a front, rear, or side collision has been further enhanced by the new ACEbody structure.

 NVH PERFORMANCE

The All New Amaze offers top class Noise Vibration performance which was has been achieved by: 

·         Improved overall soundproof package

·         Reduction in engine sound radiation

·         Newly developed engine block

·         Optimisation of engine mount design

·         Changing of Engine Head cover material

 SAFETY

The All New Amaze is equipped with a wide range of Honda’s active and passive safety technologies, which are offered as standard equipment across all variants.

·         Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACETM)Body Structure

·         Dual SRS front airbags

·         Antilock braking system (ABSwith Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)

·         Impact mitigating front head rest

·         3Point ELR Seat Belt Pretentioner with Load Limiter

·         ISO FIX Child Seat Anchorage

·         Pedestrian injury mitigation technology

·         Rear Parking Sensors

·         Head impact protection interior

·         Driver’s seat Seat belt reminder

 GRADE AND COLOUR  

The All New 2nd Generation Honda Amaze is available in 4 grades offered in petrol and diesel variants – E, S, V and VX with Manual Transmission. Additionally, the model is also available in CVT in S and V variants in both fuel options.

The Amaze is available in a choice of 5 exterior colours – Radiant Red Metallic (new introduction),Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic, Golden Brown Metallic and White Orchid Pearl.

 Sales, Service and Warranty

Deliveries of the All New Honda Amaze will begin immediately from the HCIL dealer network of 353 facilities in 241 cities across the countryThe All New Honda Amaze will offer complete peace of mind with its best in class warranty and Low Cost of Maintenance.

·         3 years Unlimited Kilometers warranty as standard

·         Extended Warranty for additional two years /Unlimited kilometers

·         Service interval of 1 year10,000km whichever is earlier

·         Low cost of maintenance: 3-year Annual Maintenance Package with an average cost of Rs 3500 for Petrol and Rs 4900 for Diesel per year.

 

Prices Ex-showroom across India

                                                

PETROL

DIESEL

E MT

5,59,900

E MT

6,69,900

S MT

6,49,900

S MT

7,59,900

V MT

7,09,900

V MT

8,19,900

VX MT

7,57,900

VX MT

8,67,900

S CVT

7,39,900

S CVT

8,39,900

V CVT

7,99,900

V CVT

8,99,900

 ENDS

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Sachin Murdeshwar
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