Honda refreshes City sedan, debuts ZR-V eHEV as India flagship at ₹12-16 lakh band

Honda Cars India rolls out the 2026 City facelift with ADAS and premium upgrades at a ₹20,000-50,000 price hike, while introducing the CBU ZR-V eHEV SUV above the Elevate. The dual launch sharpens Honda's positioning against Hyundai, Skoda and Volkswagen in the premium sedan and hybrid SUV segments.

— Filed Fri, 22 May, 2026, 11:00 IST · Source Business Today · Latest · Updated

Honda Cars India launches the 2026 City sedan facelift with sharper styling, ADAS and feature upgrades, alongside the premium ZR-V eHEV SUV (CBU) that becomes its flagship India offering above the Elevate.

Why this matters

Follows pre-launch dealership stocking and up to ₹1.56 lakh discounts on old City inventory, with ADAS and 360° camera trailed ahead of the May 22 reveal. ZR-V addition expands Honda's premium play.

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