Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) has officially launched the New City Hatchback at Bonifacio High Street. This latest model boasts significant updates to its interior and exterior, along with the addition of Honda SENSING, an advanced driver-assist system.
The New City Hatchback follows its predecessor, which previously commanded a dominant 90 percent share of the B-Segment hatchback market.
Enhanced Sporty Design
The familiar versatile sportiness of the City Hatchback has been further enhanced with an updated RS body kit, including a new bumper and front grille.
The car is equipped with 16-inch Berlina Black alloy wheels, featuring radial, unrestrained spokes that emphasize its sporty image and large diameter expression.
These enhancements ensure that the New City Hatchback not only looks more aggressive but also offers improved aerodynamics and road presence.
Introduction of Honda SENSING
One of the most significant upgrades to the New City Hatchback is the inclusion of Honda SENSING. This system is a major step towards Honda’s goal of realizing a collision-free society by 2050, providing safer roads for all users. The Honda SENSING suite in the New City Hatchback includes several advanced features:
Lead Car Departure Notification (LCDN)
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)
Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)
Road Departure Mitigation and Lane Departure Warning (RDM with LDW)
Auto High Beam (AHB)
These features collectively enhance the safety and convenience of driving the New City Hatchback, making each ride not only safer but also more enjoyable.
Interior and Technological Upgrades
Inside, the New City Hatchback has been upgraded with RS full leather seats, providing a premium and comfortable experience for passengers. The vehicle now includes a 4.2” TFT Meter and supports Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, allowing for seamless connectivity and entertainment on the go.
New Color Options
The New City Hatchback introduces a new color option, Sonic Gray Pearl, which is exclusive to this model. Other available colors include:
Ignite Red Metallic
Platinum White Pearl
Meteoroid Gray Metallic
Brilliant Sporty Blue Metallic
These color options provide customers with a variety of choices to suit their personal style.
Availability and Pricing
Only the RS variant of the New City Hatchback is available, retailing at PHP 1,189,000. This model, along with other Honda vehicles, will be on display at the 9th Ave. Bonifacio High Street Activity Center until June 16, 2024.
Visitors can also participate in a Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) test ride from Saturday to Sunday, offering a hands-on experience of the advanced safety features.
The launch of the New City Hatchback at Bonifacio High Street marks a significant milestone for HCPI, combining advanced safety technology with enhanced design and comfort to set a new standard in the B-Segment hatchback market.