Second-Gen Honda Amaze Crosses 2 Lakh Sales Milestone

Honda Cars India announced that the second generation model of its sub compact sedan, the Amaze has crossed the 2 lakh sales milestone. The new generation of the Amaze was launched in April 2018 and so in more than three years, Honda has managed to sell 2 lakh vehicles. The Amaze has been Honda's most successful models in India and has sold 4.6 lakh units cumulatively since its first introduction in April 2013.

It was in August this year that the company launched the facelift of the Amaze and we've reviewed it and told you all about it. In terms of features, the Amaze offers a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, voice command activation, rear parking camera with multi-view and guidelines, push-button start, automatic AC, and more. Other safety features like dual airbags, ABS with EBD, seatbelt reminder, high-speed alert, rear parking sensors, continue to come as standard.

Under the hood, the 2021 Honda Amaze facelift comes with the same petrol and diesel engines options. The former is a 1.2-litre i-VTEC unit, which develops 89 bhp and 110 Nm, whereas the 1.5-litre i-DTEC diesel motor is tuned to make 99 bhp and 200 Nm of peak torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual gearbox along with an optional CVT automatic in both cases. Do note, the diesel CVT version continues to make only 79 bhp and 160 Nm.

Gaku Nakanishi, President & CEO, Honda Cars India Ltd said, "The delivery of 200,000th unit of 2nd Generation Amaze is a proud moment for Honda Cars India family and reaffirms our commitment to keep introducing more such class-defining products." He further added, "We believe Amaze is a great choice for customers who expect enhanced status, comfort and peace of mind from their first car."