Discover the All-New Honda Amaze ZX Top Model
The Honda Amaze is a popular sedan known for its style and features. This article explores the top-tier ZX variant, offering a closer look at its design, comfort, performance, and advanced safety features.
Honda Amaze Pricing and Variants
The Honda Amaze offers various options to suit different needs. The base model, named “V,” starts at ₹8,10,000 ex-showroom. The ZX manual transmission variant, as featured here, costs ₹10,00,000 ex-showroom, with the on-road price in Lucknow being around ₹11-12 lakhs. Other available variants include VV, VX, ZX, ZX CVT, and VX CVT.
Exterior Design Highlights
The Honda Amaze ZX boasts a striking exterior. The front features a glossy black finish grille with a large Honda logo and a chrome strip that extends from one headlamp to the other. It comes with LED automatic headlamps, integrated indicators, and white LED fog lamps. The lower grille is entirely black.
From the side, the Amaze impresses with 15-inch alloy wheels. The tire profile is 185/60 R15. It has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) are electrically adjustable and foldable, with integrated indicators. A unique side camera feature activates when the left indicator is used, displaying the view on the touchscreen for added safety. Chrome door handles and request sensors on both driver and co-driver sides add to its premium feel.
The rear design has been updated, resembling the Honda City. It features LED backlights, a Honda logo in the center, and a reverse parking camera below it. The Amaze and 1.2L i-VTEC petrol engine badging are also present. Other rear features include a high-mount stop lamp, defogger, and a shark fin antenna. The body-colored bumper houses two reverse parking sensors and reflectors on both sides. The car offers a ground clearance of 172 mm.
Dimensions and Fuel Capacity
The Honda Amaze measures 3995 mm in length, 1733 mm in width, and 1500 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 2470 mm. The fuel tank capacity is 35 liters, designed for petrol. Available color options include Red, White, Blue, Silver, and Grey.
Spacious Boot
The Honda Amaze provides a generous boot space of 416 liters, ample for luggage. It includes a boot light for convenience. The spare tire is a normal 14-inch steel rim, while the main tires are 15-inch alloys. There is also an option for a retrofitted CNG kit directly from the showroom.
Comfortable and Feature-Rich Interior
The interior of the Honda Amaze combines comfort with modern technology. The rear door trims are all-black, while the front door trims are dual-tone to match the dashboard. All seats are fabric, with the rear featuring a central armrest and three fixed headrests. ISOFIX child seat mounts are available for child safety seats.
The dashboard has a dual-tone finish. For rear passengers, there are AC vents and a 12V charging outlet, ensuring comfort on journeys. There are no USB ports in the rear. The car offers good legroom, knee room, thigh support, and headroom for all occupants.
The driver’s cabin is packed with features. The car comes with a smart key for keyless entry; simply grab the handle to unlock it. The front doors have controls for all four power windows, ORVM adjustment, and folding. The driver’s seat offers height adjustment. Other controls include traction control and headlamp height adjustment levers. The engine starts with a push-button.
The semi-digital instrument cluster is similar to the Honda City’s, providing essential driving information. The steering wheel, which is tilt-adjustable, features controls for the ADAS system, telephony, and infotainment. Automatic headlamp controls are on one side, while wiper controls (manual) are on the other.
A 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system is centrally located, offering Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, USB, and AUX connectivity. It also displays the reverse parking camera feed, which can be zoomed, and the unique side camera view when the left indicator is active. Below the screen are AC vents and the hazard light switch. The automatic climate control unit has a “Max Cool” button for quick cabin cooling. The car includes a wireless charging pad, a 12V charging outlet, and two USB Type-A ports with an on/off switch. It features a 5-speed manual transmission, with a CVT option also available. The glove box is spacious for documents and other items. Six airbags are standard, even from the basic model.
Powerful Engine Performance
The Honda Amaze is powered by a 1.2-liter, 4-cylinder i-VTEC petrol engine. This 4-cylinder engine stands out in a segment where many competitors offer 3-cylinder engines. It produces 90 PS of power and 110 Nm of torque. The car delivers an impressive mileage of 18-19 kmpl.
Advanced Safety Features
Safety is a key aspect of the Honda Amaze ZX. It includes segment-first features like ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems) and Lane Watch. Other vital safety features are:
- ABS with EBD
- Six airbags (standard across all variants)
- Reverse parking sensors
- Reverse parking camera
- Speed alert system
- Seat belt warning
- Engine immobilizer
- Crash sensor
- Automatic headlamps
- Traction Control (ESP)
Conclusion
The Honda Amaze ZX top model is a feature-packed sedan offering a combination of stylish design, comfortable interiors, a reliable 4-cylinder engine, and advanced safety technologies, including segment-first ADAS features. Its competitive pricing and comprehensive offerings make it a strong contender in its class.
