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Honda Amaze II 1.2 i-VTEC (90 Hp)
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Honda Amaze:
The Honda Amaze is a sedan produced by Honda since 2013. Slotted below the City sedan, it is the smallest Honda sedan model as of 2022, with all generations measured less than 4 m in length. It is mainly marketed in India, where sub-4-metre cars are given a lower excise duty compared to longer vehicles.
For the first generation, it was offered as the sedan counterpart to the Brio hatchback and shared most of its design and architecture with it, while the second-generation model is built on the separate platform from the Brio....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Honda Amaze (II). With 110 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 914 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Honda Amaze II was tested by Global NCAP in 2019, achieving a respectable 4-star rating for adult occupant protection, highlighting its structural integrity for its segment. It was not tested by Euro NCAP.
1.2 i-VTEC (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The manual gearbox allows for better control and engagement, making the 90 Hp petrol engine feel more sprightly than its automatic counterpart.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy for a naturally aspirated petrol engine with a manual transmission, ideal for cost-conscious buyers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency (especially diesel variants)
- • Honda's renowned reliability and low maintenance
- • Spacious and practical interior for its segment
- • Smooth CVT automatic transmission options
- • Good ride comfort over varied road conditions
Cons:
- • Petrol engine can feel underpowered on highways
- • Interior quality could be improved in some areas
- • Diesel engine can be noisy at higher RPMs
- • Not the most engaging car to drive
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to global standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (facelift 2021): August, 2021 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Amaze |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 i-VTEC (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | May, 2018 |
| End of production: | August, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 75.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 110 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L12B4 [Same engine] More details about the engine L12B4 |
| Engine displacement: | 1199 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 3.32 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 99.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.2 kg/Nm, 121.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 905-924 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 420 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3995 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1498-1501 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2470 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R14; 175/70 R14; 175/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 14; 5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | independent torsion suspension |
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