KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia was the chosen global destination for the launch of the all new Honda City RS e:HEV. This new Honda City comes to Malaysia in four variants, the S, E and V variants that are all equipped with a new 1.5L DOHC i-VTEC powertrain, the newest engine in its segment, to provide an ideal balance of performance and fuel efficiency. Coupled with Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT), this powertrain is able to produce up to 121PS which is highest in its class and a maximum torque of 145Nm.
Then there is the RS e:HEV which is the 4th variant and this is powered by an intelligent Multi-Mode Drive (i-MMD) powertrain. The i-MMD powertrain is revolutionary as it is able to deliver 108PS and a best-in-class high torque of 253Nm. When combined with Electric Continuous Variable Transmission (e-CVT), it delivers a powerful and smooth acceleration that is equivalent to a D-segment Naturally Aspirated engine torque.
The i-MMD powertrain and Intelligent Power Unit (IPU) system can seamlessly regulate between the three driving modes of EV Drive, Hybrid Drive and Engine Drive in the most efficient way. The RS e:HEV variant also comes with a Deceleration Selector Paddles that allow the driver to engage on the paddles for power regeneration as well as slowing down the vehicle without stepping on the brake pedal.
This 5th Generation Honda City is now longer by 111mm, wider by 54mm and lowered by 10mm compared to the 4th Generation City. The rear passenger legroom has been expanded and Rear Air Conditioning Ventilation now comes in standard across all variants for added comfort.
Safety features provided with this all new City also boasts a couple of B-segment firsts, setting a benchmark with features that are equivalent with C, D and SUV segments.
The Honda LaneWatch which is fitted in the Accord, CR-V and Odyssey which is a camera based advanced safety technology which helps monitor blind spots within an infotainment system and is included in the RS e:HEV and V variant.
Another advanced feature, the Remote Engine Start, is also a first in segment to be offered in the All-New City’s E, V and RS e:HEV variants. This technology allows driver to start their car while the doors are locked and to activate the air-conditioning in order to cool down the cabin with a simple push of a button on the keyless remote.
To enhance the package of the All-New City RS e:HEV, it will be offered with a most complete advanced safety feature in the B-segment, the Honda SENSING, which was developed to realize the vision of a collision-free mobile society. Its advanced safety system utilizes front wide view camera to better recognize road boundaries during day and night driving conditions. The suite of driver assistance safety systems in Honda SENSING are as below:
1. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
2. Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)
3. Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
4. Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)
5. Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
6. Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
7. Auto High Beam (AHB)
This All-New City comes with five attractive colours which are Passion Red Pearl, Crystal Black Pearl, Modern Steel Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic and a brand-new colour, Platinum White Pearl.
Prices without sales tax for 2020 only start from RM74,191.27 for the ‘S’ variant, RM81,664.82 for the ‘E’ variant and RM86,561.45 for the ‘V’ variant.
The technology filled and impressive City RS e:HEV variant pricing will only be announced in January 2021 but bookings start right now.
Our guess is a price of between RM95,800 to 98,800 for the Honda City RS e:HEV when it arrives in Malaysian showrooms this January 2021. – The Vibes, October 14, 2020
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