This generation was introduced in Pakistan in August 2003 with 1.3L engine only, but later with the facelift model that was launched in 2006, a more power 1.5L VTEC engine mated to a 7-speed multi-matic CVT transmission was also offered, which was labeled as ‘ Steermatic’ in our market.
#HONDA CITY CAR MANUAL#
There was a carburetor-based 1.3L D13B engine and a fuel-injected 1.5L D15B unit with 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission options.įourth generation Honda City pre-facelift & facelift Weighing just around 960kg, this City came equipped with two engine configurations. Related: Honda City SX8- The Game Changer The recipe clicked and the City became a massive hit for Honda in the region and it was the third-generation model that actually paved the way for City which has now become a household name among subcompact sedans in many markets across the globe. Honda’s aim was to offer a low-priced sedan in Asian region that gave a Civic-like drive comfort & performance to its buyers. Instead of spending more resources on developing an entirely new car, Honda grabbed the EF-series 4 th generation Civic chassis, their proven D-series engines and restyled the interior & exterior to give the car a refreshing look. Related: 22 Years of Honda City in Pakistan This time the City appeared as a mature subcompact sedan instead of a small hatchback, the development of which was led by Honda Thailand instead of Honda Japan.
#HONDA CITY CAR CODE#
It was a new beginning when Honda resurrected the ‘City’ in 1996 under the code name SX8 specifically designed for the ASEAN markets. However due to unimpressive sales, the second-generation City was discontinued in 1993 and the name ‘City’ was retired. Later the Fit went on to become a nameplate for Honda hatchbacks. Not many know that the ‘Fit’ name was used for the first time with 2 nd gen Honda City as it was used to label its specific grade. Later in October 1988 with the arrival of facelift, the engine was replaced with 1296cc D13C unit which was available with traditional single carburetor, as well as Honda’s PGM-FI fuel injection guise. There was a 1238cc D12A SOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with a single carburetor, good for 76hp and was paired to 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. Unlike the CVCC engines found in the first-gen model, the 2 nd gen City carried Honda’s newer D-series engines. Second generation Honda City: pre-facelift & facelift models shown
A turbocharged version of the 1231cc engine was introduced with the facelift versions, that produced 99hp compared to 69hp of the naturally aspirated one. The engine was paired to 4/5 speed manual and 2-speed auto transmission with overdrive. Under the hood the first-gen City carried a 1231cc CVCC (Compound Vortex Controlled Combustion) engine with a class-leading fuel consumption. Carrying a unique design (of its era) which we better know as ‘tall boy’ design today, the City was innovative with its relatively upright seating arrangement offering legroom comparable to that of larger sedans. The first-generation Honda City debuted as a hatchback in November 1981.
During the last 30 years, 7 different generations of Honda City have been produced, let us have a brief look at these different generation models. Over all these years, the City has gone through different generations each evolving to become a better, more equipped and safer vehicle than its predecessor. Related: Are Cars in Pakistan Parallel to the Rest of the World?
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