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Leaked Images Reveal 2026 Honda City Facelift With Sharper Front End

The leak suggests Honda is prioritizing design polish over mechanical change.

Overview

  • Undisguised photos shared on X show the updated City with a new nose and a Honda badge moved onto the bonnet, with multiple outlets crediting reporter Akbar Merchant for the leak.
  • The front adds slimmer LED headlamps, a wider honeycomb-style grille, and a reworked bumper with larger air inlets for a cleaner, wider look.
  • Reports point to added kit rather than a new cabin, including a larger touchscreen, a 360-degree camera, ventilated front seats, and a powered driver seat.
  • The facelift is widely expected to keep the 1.5-litre petrol engine with manual or CVT options, while coverage indicates the e:HEV hybrid remains in the range.
  • Honda plans the India reveal on May 22, and outlets expect a small price increase as the refresh targets rivals like the Hyundai Verna, Skoda Slavia, and Volkswagen Virtus.