Honda City, Elevate, and Amaze get attractive discounts this month: Check deals and offers
The automaker is offering discounts up to ₹ 63,000 on the City model, while the Honda City Hybrid has received special benefits of up to ₹ 65,000. Notably, these offers are valid for all the variants of City and City Hybrid cars. To recall, the sedan locks horns with Hyundai Verna, Volkswagen Virtus, and Skoda Slavia in the segment.
The Elevate has received a special discount this month worth up to ₹ 76,100 on its top-tier variant, which is the Elevate ZX. Notably, the SUV is a string rival of MG Astor, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and Kia Seltos in India in this segment. This car houses a powerful 1.5-litre naturally aspirated 4 pot engine.
The new Honda Amaze has received corporate discounts and a special loyalty bonus for existing Honda customers. However, the sedan is not getting any cash benefits. A significant benefit of up to ₹ 57200 has been announced for the Amaze. It is noteworthy that the special benefits are not available on the third-generation Amaze, which has been launched recently by the Japanese automaker. However, the car manufacturer is offering EMIs starting at ₹ 1111 per lakh for the sedan.
Interested buyers should note that these discounts and deals are based on the availability of the stock, the carmaker and the dealerships. It is advised to consult with the local dealership in your nearby area for the most accurate information on deals.
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