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NDTV
7 hours ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
SAVWIPL Recalls Kushaq, Slavia, Virtus, And Others Over Seatbelt-Related Issues
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited has announced a recall for its recently launched lineup. The recall includes two sedans, namely Volkswagen Virtus and Skoda Slavia. It also consists of three SUVs- Skoda Kylaq, Skoda Kushaq, and Volkswagen Taigun. It must be noted that it is the second recall by the brand within a year. The brand has clarified that the models of the car may have seatbelt-related issues, for which the recall decision has been taken for models manufactured between December 2021 to May 2025. Skoda Kylaq The official recall document issued by SIAM reads- "This concern was identified during the ongoing quality inspection for Skoda Kushaq, Slavia, and Kylaq manufactured during the aforesaid period. 1. Rear seatbelt assembly (Left side / Right side)- Metal Base frame crack 2. Front/Rear seat belt incorrect part installed." Also, the data mentions that the recall affects 860 units of the Skoda cars (includes- Kushaq, Slavia & Kylaq) and 961 units of the Volkswagen models (Taigun & Virtus). Volkswagen Virtus While the newly launched Volkswagen Golf GTI and Taigan R Line face no trouble, as they are available as CBU. Following the recall, the brand is expected to directly reach out to the customer. Meanwhile, the existing user can also check for the recall notification for their models on the official website by entering their 17-character VIN or by visiting their nearest dealership. It must be noted that Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited also issued a recall for these car models in May due to similar seatbelt-related issues that affected a total of 47,235 units.
Hindustan Times
05-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Honda City Hybrid gets a price cut, more affordable by ₹1 lakh
The Honda City Hybrid is now more affordable by ₹1 lakh, making it a more tempting buy than before Check Offers Honda Cars India has dropped the price on the City e: HEV, the hybrid version of the popular sedan. The Honda City Hybrid is now priced at ₹ 19.90 lakh (ex-showroom) for the fully loaded ZX variant, making it ₹ 1 lakh more affordable than before. The City e: HEV is the only hybrid sedan in its class, taking on the Volkswagen Virtus, Skoda Slavia, Hyundai Verna, and the like. Honda City Hybrid: Specifications The Honda City Hybrid is equipped with a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with the Atkinson cycle, which is paired with an electric motor. The combined output stands at 124 bhp and 253 Nm of peak torque, while mated to an eCVT. The major benefit of this setup is fuel efficiency with Honda promising 27.26 kmpl (ARAI certified). Also Read : Honda City Sport Edition launched with sporty upgrades, prices start at ₹ 14.89 lakh The Honda City Hybrid uses a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine combined with an electric motor that offers an ARAI-certified 27.1 kmpl Honda City Hybrid: Features The City Hybrid is sold in a single fully loaded ZX variant that comes with a host of features including a digital console, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an electric sunroof, wireless charging, an 8-speaker audio system, and more. On the safety front, the hybrid sedan comes with Level 2 ADAS, six airbags, ABS with EBD, ESC, traction control and more. It also gets Honda's Lane Watch Camera, mounted on the passenger-side ORVM. Also Watch: Quick Look: Honda City Sport Edition. Priced at ₹ 14.89 lakh (ex-showroom) Honda City Sport In related news, Honda recently launched the City Sport Edition bringing new cosmetic upgrades to the model. Priced at ₹ 14.89 lakh (ex-showroom), the sedan gets blacked-out elements as well as a blacked-out interior with leatherette seats and contrast stitching. The new City Sport Edition is available only with the pure-petrol engine option paired with the 7-step CVT automatic. It will be available in limited numbers. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 05 Jul 2025, 14:16 PM IST
Hindustan Times
21-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Honda City Sport launched at ₹14.89 lakh. Check out everything that's new on the updated sedan
Honda Cars India has announced the launch of the new City Sport special edition, which introduces sporty enhancements to the widely favoured sedan. The new Honda City Sport Edition is available at a starting price of ₹ 14.89 lakh (ex-showroom), and it features several blacked-out elements both on the exterior and interior to enhance its appeal. This exclusive City Sport Edition will be offered in limited quantities and competes with models such as the Volkswagen Virtus, Hyundai Verna and Skoda Slavia within the segment. The Honda City Sport gets blacked-out embellishments, which make the sedan look sportier as compared to the standard edition. (Also read: Upcoming cars in India) This special edition model is now available for purchase at Honda dealerships nationwide. The Honda City Sport will be offered in three colour options, including Radiant Red Metallic, Platinum White Pearl, and Meteoroid Grey Metallic. Take a look at what has changed on the newest iteration of the sedan: Honda City Sport Edition: New features The City Sport Edition enhances the sedan's exterior with a range of upgrades. The chrome grille is now finished in black, as is the rear spoiler. The outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs) sport a crystal black finish, while the multi-spoke alloy wheels are rendered in metallic grey. Additionally, the shark-fin antenna is finished in gloss black, and a 'Sport' emblem is affixed to the boot of the sedan. Inside the cabin, an all-black interior has been introduced, accented with red garnishing on the dashboard. The seats are upholstered in black leatherette with contrasting red stitching, and new soft-touch door inserts enhance the interior quality. The air conditioning vents and the steering wheel are also finished in black, with the steering wheel featuring red stitching for added flair. (Also read: Honda Cars sales decline by 55% in April. Elevate to get new variants soon) Honda City Sport Edition: Specifications The Honda City Sport Edition is powered by the well-known 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, producing 119 bhp and 145 Nm of peak torque. It is exclusively coupled with a 7-speed continuously variable transmission (CVT) automatic gearbox. The manufacturer claims a fuel efficiency of 18.40 kmpl, as certified by ARAI, for the City automatic version. In terms of features, the City Sport Edition is equipped with familiar technology, including an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities, voice command functionality, a four-speaker sound system, automatic climate control, a dual-pod instrument console with a multi-information display (MID) unit, Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), among numerous other offerings.
Hindustan Times
21-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Honda City Sport Edition launched: Check out 5 key highlights
The new Honda City Sport Edition offers sporty upgrades, including a black grille and all-black interior with red accents. Honda Cars India has introduced the new City Sport special edition, which features sporty enhancements to the well-known sedan. The new Honda City Sport Edition is available starting at ₹ 14.89 lakh (ex-showroom) and includes various blacked-out elements on both the exterior and interior to enhance its unique appeal. This new City Sport Edition will be offered in limited quantities and competes with the Volkswagen Virtus, Skoda Slavia, and Hyundai Verna within the segment. 4 Honda City Sport Edition: Features In terms of features, the City Sport Edition is equipped with all the well-known components, such as an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, voice command functionality, a four-speaker audio system, automatic climate control, a dual-pod instrument cluster featuring an MID unit, Level 2 ADAS, and much more. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 21 Jun 2025, 09:58 AM IST NEXT ARTICLE BEGINS
Hindustan Times
20-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Honda City Sport Edition launched with sporty upgrades, prices start at ₹14.89 lakh
The Honda City Sport Edition removes all the chrome bits for a sportier blacked-out look on the sedan, complemented by an all-black interior Check Offers Honda Cars India has launched the new City Sport special edition, bringing sporty upgrades to the popular sedan. The new Honda City Sport Edition is priced from ₹ 14.89 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards, and comes with several blacked-out bits on the exterior and interior for that special appeal. The new City Sport Edition will be available in limited numbers and takes on the Volkswagen Virtus, Skoda Slavia, and Hyundai Verna in the segment. The Honda City Sport Edition gets a blacked-out grille, metallic grey alloy wheels, gloss-black ORVMs, shark-fin antenna, and the boot spoiler Honda City Sport Edition: What's New? The City Sport Edition spruces up the exterior of the sedan with new upgrades. The chrome grille is finished in black, and so is the rear spoiler. The ORVMs get the crystal black finish, while the multi-spoke alloy wheels are finished in metallic grey. The shark-fin antenna is also finished in gloss-black, and there's a 'Sport' emblem on the boot of the sedan. (Alos read: New Honda City Sport teased) The cabin gets an all-black interior with leatherette upholstery and contrast red stitching. The dashboard also gets a red garnish for a vibrant look The cabin sports an all-black interior with red garnish on the dashboard. The seats are upholstered in black leatherette with contrast red stitching, while there are new soft-touch door inserts. The AC vents and steering wheel are also finished in black, with the latter getting red stitching. Honda City Sport Edition: Specifications Power on the Honda City Sport Edition comes from the familiar 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine tuned for 119 bhp and 145 Nm of peak torque, and is exclusively available with the 7-speed CVT automatic gearbox. The automaker claims a fuel efficiency of 18.40 kmpl (ARAI certified) on the City automatic. The Honda City Sport Edition will be available in limited numbers and is offered only with the automatic transmission On the feature front, the City Sport Edition comes with all the familiar bits, including the 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, voice command, a four-speaker sound system, automatic climate control, a dual-pod instrument console with an MID unit, Level 2 ADAS, and lots more. The Honda City Sport will be available in three colour options - Platinum White Pearl, Radiant Red Metallic, and Meteoroid Gray Metallic. The new special edition offering is now available at Honda dealerships across the country. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 20 Jun 2025, 12:42 PM IST
