Overview
- Honda Cars India has teased the 2026 City facelift and set an India reveal for May 22, 2026, after extensive leaks and dealership test units exposed most exterior and interior changes.
- The facelift’s most visible changes are at the front with a full-width LED light bar linking split DRLs, slimmer headlamps, a wider honeycomb grille and the Honda badge moved up toward the bonnet.
- Interior updates reported from spy shots and dealer units include a larger freestanding infotainment screen, ventilated front seats, ambient lighting, Type‑C ports and a 360‑degree surround‑view camera.
- Mechanically the City is expected to keep the 1.5‑litre naturally aspirated petrol with 6‑speed manual or CVT plus the City e:HEV strong‑hybrid, while Honda has confirmed the ZR‑V will be offered in 2.0‑litre e:HEV form as a likely completely built‑up import.
- Analysts say the refresh aims to close a growing feature gap with rivals and that the CBU ZR‑V’s likely Rs 40–50 lakh price band and import duties will make it a niche, halo product with limited allocations.