Honda City vs Hyundai Verna - Which One Should You Buy

Honda City vs Hyundai Verna Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Honda City and Hyundai Verna Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.

The Honda City comes in 8 variants. Engine options include Petrol as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹12 Lakh. The cheapest variant, SV, costs ₹12 Lakh, while the top-end variant, ZX Plus Hybrid, is priced at ₹21.36 Lakh. The Hyundai Verna comes in 22 variants. Engine options include Petrol as per the selected variant, paired with manual or automatic transmissions. The selected variant is priced at ₹10.99 Lakh. The cheapest variant, HX2, costs ₹10.99 Lakh, while the top-end variant, HX10 Turbo DCT DT, is priced at ₹18.46 Lakh.

Specification	Honda City	Hyundai Verna
Price	₹12.00 Lakh	₹10.99 Lakh
Engine	1498 cc DOHC with VTC Petrol	1497 cc 1.5L MPi Petrol Petrol
Transmission	6-Speed	6-Speed

Price

₹12.00 Lakh

₹10.99 Lakh

Engine

1498 cc DOHC with VTC Petrol

1497 cc 1.5L MPi Petrol Petrol

Transmission

6-Speed

Honda City

₹ 12 Lakh

Hyundai Verna

₹ 10.99 Lakh

HX2

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Comparison

Brochure

EMI Cost

Pros & Cons

Engine and Performance

Max Power

119.35bhp@6600rpm

113.18bhp@6300rpm

Max Torque

145Nm@4300rpm

143.8Nm@4500rpm

Displacement

1498 cc

1497 cc

No. of Cylinders

Drive Type

FWD

Performance Specifications

Drive Mode Types

Paddle Shifters

Not Available

Fuel Specifications

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Fuel Type

Petrol

Dimensions and Design

Gross Weight

1580 kg

Height

1489 mm

1475 mm

Length

4594 mm

4565 mm

Wheelbase

2600 mm

2670 mm

Width

1748 mm

1765 mm

Interior Specifications

Boot Space

506 Litres

528 Litres

Seating Capacity

Wheels & Tires

Alloy Wheels

Not Available

Tyre Size

185/60 R15

185/65 R15

Tyre Type

Tubeless

Radial Tubeless

Wheel Covers

Wheel Size

15Inch

Suspension, Brakes & Steering

Front Brake Type

Ventilated Disc

Disc

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Brake Type

Drum

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Shock Absorbers Type

Telescopic Hydraulic Nitrogen Gas-filled

Safety Features

360 View Camera

Not Available

Adaptive Cruise Control

Not Available

Anti Lock Braking System Abs

Anti Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window

Anti Theft Alarm

Interior Features

Additional Features

Wireless Smartphone Connectivity (Android Auto

Digital Cluster

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Not Available

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Not Available

Upholstery

Fabric

Comfort & Convenience

Accessory Power Outlet

Adjustable Headlamps

Adjustable Headrest

Adjustable Steering

Height & Reach

Height only

Air Conditioner

Infotainment Features

Android Auto

Not Available

Antenna

Shark Fin

Apple Carplay

Not Available

Bluetooth Connectivity

Not Available

Digital Cluster Size

4.2 Inch

Exterior Features

Boot Opening

Electronic

Led Drls

Not Available

Led Headlamps

Not Available

Led Taillights

Not Available

Lighting

Ambient light

Brochure

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EMI Cost Comparison

Assuming 20% down payment, 9.5% interest, 60-month tenure

Honda City - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹9,59,920

Interest: 9.5%

₹91,192

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,39,980

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹20,160/month

Hyundai Verna - EMI Breakdown

Loan Amount

₹8,79,360

Interest: 9.5%

₹83,539

Down Payment (20%)

₹2,19,840

Loan Tenure

5 years

EMI Cost₹18,468/month

Pros & Cons Comparison

Things We Like in Honda City

Excellent rear-seat space and comfort
Strong hybrid efficiency and refined dual-motor system

Things We Like in Hyundai Verna

The turbo engine is the most powerful in its segment, and it never stops feeling smooth and refined while doing it.
Ride quality strikes the best comfort balance for Indian roads that I've come across in this segment.

Things We Don't Like in Honda City

Top hybrid variant is priced at a premium
Naturally aspirated petrol engine lacks the punch that turbo petrol rivals offer

Things We Don't Like in Hyundai Verna

Interior plastics don't quite live up to what you're paying on-road.
Rear headroom is tight enough that it suits two adults far better than three.

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