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Honda Amaze Arrives
Honda Amaze Arrives
Author: Dominic
Date: 2018-10-19
Date: 2018-10-19
Honda has just released their all-new Amaze sedan, and I had the pleasure of being able to drive it last week. I really did not expect to be as surprised as i was by such a practical car. But Honda has once again managed a feat of engineering excellence with this new model.
Upon initial inspection of the exterior of thecar I immediately noticed Honda's characteristic bold and impressive 'solid wing' design that accents the black honeycomb grille, it really makes the car look exciting and modern and gives the car a very strong character. They have made this model slightly larger than it's predecessor, which ultimately translates to more interior space, which I noted when I got inside. I'm by no means a small chap and even with the front seats all the way back I was able to sit comfortably in the back with room to spare and plenty of space for my head.
The interior design also managed to impress me, Honda has used different textures and tones to make a dash that is very aesthetically pleasing and modern,while the ergonomically designed dashboard features a driver-centric instrument binnacle that has analogue dials for speed and rev counter.
Honda has equipped the Amaze with theirrenowned i-VTEC engine technology, which is always impressive. The gear ratios and powertrain allows you to rev high and get the most out of your kilowatts.However perhaps the most impressive feature for me, personally, had to be the chassis. The car remained so stable making the ride very comfortable around corners. If I were you I would go test drive it just to get a feel for what I'm talking about. It was actually Amazing,
The new Honda Amaze range consists of three models, all employing the same engine, but offering a choice between two transmissions, and two trim levels.
The most affordable Amaze is the 1.2 Trend, available as a manual gearbox model only. However, even this so-called base model offers buyers an extensive list of standard equipment. Maximum power output is rated at 66 kW, reached at 6 000 r/min, combined with a torque peak of 110 Nm at 4 800 r/min. In the baseline Amaze Trend model, a five-speed manual gearbox is standard, while buyers of the Comfort model can also opt for a new-generation Constantly Variable Transmission (CVT).
With a kerb mass of just more than 900 kg, the Amaze is able to deliver swift performance, and frugal fuel economy.
The new Honda Amaze recommended retail pricing is as follows:
- Honda Amaze 1.2 Trend: R179 900
- Honda Amaze 1.2 Comfort: R193 900
- Honda Amaze 1.2 Comfort CVT: R208 900
The range is supported by a full five-year/200 000 km warranty, as well as a two-year/30 000 km service plan, and a three-year AA Roadside Assistance package. Scheduled services are at 15 000 km intervals.
Contact Honda Umhlanga to test drive the new Amaze today, call them on 031 - 580 7900, or visit them at their showroom, 15 Meridian Drive, Umhlanga Ridge.
