| Honda Amaze | |
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.png) Second generation Amaze | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Also called | Honda Brio Amaze (2013–2018) |
| Production | 2013–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact car |
| Body style | 4-doorsedan |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
TheHonda Amaze (also known asHonda Brio Amaze for the first generation) is asedan produced byHonda since 2013. Slotted below theCity sedan, it is the smallest Honda sedan model as of 2022[update], with all generations measured less than 4 m (157.5 in) in length.[1] It is mainly marketed in India, where sub-4-metre cars are given a lower excise duty compared to longer vehicles.
For the first generation, it was offered as the sedan counterpart to theBrio hatchback and shared most of its design and architecture with it, while the second-generation model is built on the separate platform from the Brio (derived from thesixth-generation City instead).[2]
| First generation | |
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_(cropped).jpg) Honda Brio Amaze (pre-facelift, South Africa) | |
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| Also called | Honda Brio Amaze[1] |
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| Designer | Akihiko Ohhashi and Keisuke Asai[4] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | Honda Global Small Car[5] |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,405 mm (94.7 in)[6] |
| Length | 3,990 mm (157.1 in) |
| Width | 1,680 mm (66.1 in) |
| Height | 1,505 mm (59.3 in) |
| Kerb weight | 1,060 kg (2,337 lb) |
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The first-generation Amaze debuted in India in April 2013 and developed at Honda R&D Asia Pacific Co., Ltd. inBangkok, Thailand. Manufactured at Honda's facilities inGreater Noida andRajasthan, it was claimed to have a localisation level of more than 90%.[7][8] It was also the first Indian Honda model to offer adiesel engine option.Petrol models were also available.
The 1.5-litreN15A1four-cylinderturbo-diesel engine was first made specifically for the Amaze, which was later used in theMobilio and theBR-V. Receiving the "i-DTEC" moniker, it was derived from the 1.6-litreN16A1 unit used earlier in theEuropean market Civic. This India-specific derivative was developed around excise/taxation rules which offer lower taxes for cars of sub-4-metre cars with engine displacement of less than 1.5-litre. Theturbocharger used in the diesel engine was designed and built byHoneywell.[9][10] The engine was claimed to be the lightest in its class.[11]
The Indian market Amaze was initially offered in E, EX, S and VX grade levels. In January 2014, the SX grade was added and positioned between the S and VX grades.[12] In conjunction of the first anniversary of the Amaze in India, the Anniversary Edition was launched in April 2014.[13]
Thefacelift occurred in 2016, which consisted of updated grille, dashboard design, taillights, and the use ofcontinuously variable transmission (CVT) for petrol model, replacing the 5-speedtorque converterautomatic unit.[14] The engine choices remain unchanged.
The Privilege Edition was launched in July 2017,[15] followed later by the Pride Edition in January 2018.[16]
Sold as the Brio Amaze in Thailand, the grade levels offered were S and V. Both grades were powered by the 1.2-litreL12B3i-VTEC four-cylinder petrol engine, which initially mated with either a 5-speed manual or a torque converter automatic transmission. The facelifted model was launched in May 2016, which dropped the manual transmission option and changed the torque converter automatic unit to a CVT.[17]
The Nepalese market Amaze was launched in June 2013. Three grade levels were available: E, EX and S, all powered by the 1.2-litreL12B3 engine and initially only offered with a manual transmission option.[18] The facelifted model was launched in June 2016 which added the CVT option.[19]
Similar to Thailand, the car was sold as the Brio Amaze in the Philippines, which was launched at thePhilippine International Motor Show in September 2014.CBU-imported from Thailand, the Philippine market Brio Amaze was powered by the 1.3-litreL13Z1 i-VTEC four-cylinder petrol engine mated with either a manual or a torque converter automatic transmission.[20]
| Second generation | |
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_in_Uttar_Pradesh.jpg) 2018 Amaze (pre-facelift) | |
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| Production | 2018–2024 |
| Assembly | India:Greater Noida; Tapukara,Rajasthan (Honda Cars India) |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,470 mm (97.2 in) |
| Length | 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 1,695 mm (66.7 in) |
| Height | 1,498–1,501 mm (59.0–59.1 in) |
| Kerb weight | 905–1,040 kg (1,995–2,293 lb) |
The second-generation Amaze was unveiled at theFebruary 2018 Auto Expo in India,[21] which Honda claimed to be built on a standalone platform (derived from the sixth-generation City).[2] The looks of the new Honda Amaze was changed and the dimensions were also increased with a small margin. The ground clearance was increased by 5 mm (0.2 in) from 165 mm (6.5 in) to 170 mm (6.7 in). The diesel engine option is available with a CVT as opposed to the previous torque converter automatic unit. Initial grade levels offered were E, S, V and VX.
The facelifted model was launched on 18 August 2021, which dropped the V grade.[22]
Honda Cars used "The Big Move" as catchphrase (slogan) for The Honda Amaze.
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| Type | Engine | Transmission | Power | Torque |
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| Petrol | 1.2 LL12B4i-VTECI4 | 5-speedmanual | 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 6,000 rpm | 110 N⋅m (81 lb⋅ft) at 4,800 rpm |
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| Diesel | 1.5 LN15A1 i-DTECturbo-diesel I4 | 5-speed manual | 100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) at 3,600 rpm | 200 N⋅m (148 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750 rpm |
| CVT | 80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) at 3,600 rpm | 160 N⋅m (118 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750 rpm |
The Amaze is fitted with twoairbags and anti-lock brakes. In Africa, a driver-side seatbelt reminder is standard equipment, while in India, there are seatbelt reminders for both front-seat occupants.
Global NCAP 1.0 crash-tested an African market Amaze unit in 2019.[23] In the frontal offset crash test, protection of the head was rated good and airbag contact was stable. Dummy readings of chest compression showed limited risk of serious injury. The passenger compartment remained stable. There were dangerous structures behind the dashboard that could increase risk of knee injury to occupants of different sizes or seating positions, and Honda did not demonstrate otherwise. The footwell remained stable and the pedals released as intended. Although the Amaze's total score was enough for a five-star rating for adult protection, it was limited to four stars because the African market unit on test did not have a seatbelt reminder for the front passenger (Honda would also have had to pay for a side impact test).
Using the Maxi-Cosi child seats selected by Honda, the head of a three-year-old child dummy contacted the interior of the car during rebound, and the armrest deployed, ejecting the dummy.
| Global NCAP 1.0 scores (2019)[24] | |
| Adult protection stars |   |
| Adult occupant score | 14.08/17.00 |
| Child protection stars | |
| Child occupant score | 8.16/49.00 |
| Cabin integrity | Stable |
The Indian version received 2 stars for adults and 0 stars for toddlers fromGlobal NCAP in 2024 (based onLatin NCAP 2016).[25]
In July 2018, Honda Cars India recalled 7,290 units of the Amaze in regards to a potential issue with the electric power steering. Affected units were manufactured from 17 April to 24 May 2018.[26][27]
| Third generation | |
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 2024 Amaze ZX | |
| Overview | |
| Production | 2024–present |
| Assembly | India:Greater Noida; Tapukara,Rajasthan (Honda Cars India) |
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| Power output | 66 kW (89 hp; 90 PS) |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,470 mm (97.2 in) |
| Length | 3,995 mm (157.3 in) |
| Width | 1,733 mm (68.2 in) |
| Height | 1,500 mm (59.1 in) |
The third-generation Amaze was unveiled in India on 4 December 2024.[28]
In India, it is available with three trim levels: V, VX and ZX, paired to either a 5-speed manual or a CVT.[28]
The Amaze was launched in South Africa on 20 May 2025, with two trim levels: Trend and Comfort, paired to either a 5-speed manual or a CVT.[29]
| Year | India[30] | Thailand |
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| 2014 | 65,505 | 4,297[31] |
| 2015 | 63,831 | 2,153[32] |
| 2016 | 35,388 | 883[33] |
| 2017 | 28,314 | 969[34] |
| 2018 | 67,653 | 785 |
| 2019 | 67,715 | |
| 2020 | 37,484 | 12[35] |
| 2021 | 39,697[36] | – |
| 2022 | 46,528 | |
| 2023 | 40,382 | |
| 2024 | 29,690[37] |
The WR-V sits on the same platform that underpinned the previous-gen City and the latest Amaze sold in India.
