Honda Amaze#second
{{Use Indian English|date=May 2025}}
{{use dmy dates|date=November 2022}}
{{Short description|Subcompact sedan produced by Honda}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Honda Amaze
| image = Honda Amaze (front).png
| caption = Honda Amaze (DF5, India)
| aka = Honda Brio Amaze (2013–2018)
| manufacturer = Honda
| production = 2013–present
| class = Subcompact car
| body_style = 4-door sedan
| layout = Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
}}
The Honda Amaze (also known as Honda Brio Amaze for the first generation) is a sedan produced by Honda since 2013. Slotted below the City sedan, it is the smallest Honda sedan model {{as of|2022|lc=yes}}, with all generations measured less than {{convert|4|m|in|1|abbr=on}} in length. 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 the Brio 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 the sixth-generation City instead).{{cite news |last=Merchant |first=Akbar |date=2022-11-02 |title=All-new Honda WR-V SUV revealed |url=https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/all-new-honda-wr-v-suv-revealed-426203 |quote=The WR-V sits on the same platform that underpinned the previous-gen City and the latest Amaze sold in India. |website=Autocar India |publisher=Autocar India |location=India |access-date=2022-11-04 |archive-date=2 November 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221102190608/https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/all-new-honda-wr-v-suv-revealed-426203 |url-status=live }}
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{{anchor|DF1|DF2|2013|first}} First generation (DF1/2; 2013)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = First generation
| image = After Wikimania 2018, Cape Town (P1060076) (cropped).jpg
| caption = Honda Brio Amaze (pre-facelift, South Africa)
| aka = Honda Brio Amaze{{cite magazine |url=http://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/meet-the-honda-brio-amaze-sedan |title=Meet the Honda Brio Amaze |author=Tabamo, Dinzo |magazine=Top Gear Philippines |date=2014-08-14 |access-date=2014-09-22 |archive-date=17 August 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140817195801/http://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/meet-the-honda-brio-amaze-sedan |url-status=live }}
| production = {{unbulleted list
| 2013–2018 (India)
| 2013–2020 (Thailand)
}}
| assembly = {{unbulleted list
| India: Greater Noida; Tapukara, Rajasthan (Honda Cars India)
| Thailand: Ayutthaya{{cite magazine |url=http://www.topgear.com.ph/features/lifestyle/human-interest/do-the-thais-know-something-that-we-don-t |title=Do the Thais Know Something That We Don't? |author=Tadeo, Patrick Everett |magazine=Top Gear Philippines |date=2013-03-29 |access-date=2013-06-03 |archive-date=23 July 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723182124/https://www.topgear.com.ph/features/lifestyle/human-interest/do-the-thais-know-something-that-we-don-t |url-status=live }}
}}
| designer = Akihiko Ohhashi and Keisuke Asai{{Cite patent|title=Automobile, toy replica and/or other replicas|country=US|number=D742282|pubdate=2015-11-03|assign=Honda Motor Co.|inventor1-last=Asai|inventor1-first=Keisuke|inventor2-last=Ohhashi|inventor2-first=Akihiko}}
| related = {{unbulleted list
| Honda Mobilio (second generation)
| Honda BR-V (first generation)
}}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Petrol:
| 1.3 L L13Z1 i-VTEC I4 (Southeast Asia)
| Diesel:
| 1.5 L N15A1 i-DTEC turbo I4 (DF2, India)
}}
| powerout = {{unbulleted list
| {{convert|66|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (1.2 L petrol)
| {{convert|73.5|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (1.3 L petrol)
| {{convert|59|–|73.5|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (1.5 L diesel)
}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| 5-speed manual
| 5-speed automatic
| CVT
}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2405|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}{{cite web|title=Honda- Amaze: Badle Apki Duniya |url=https://droom.in/honda-carmodels/amaze |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130621192444/http://www.hondacarindia.com/Amaze/specifications.html |url-status=dead |archive-date=2013-06-21 }}
| length = {{convert|3990|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1680|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1505|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|1060|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| sp = uk
| model_code = {{flatlist|
- DF1
- DF2
}}
}}
= Markets =
== India ==
File:Honda Brio Amaze, Cape Town (P1060075) (cropped).jpg
The first-generation Amaze debuted in India in April 2013 and developed at Honda R&D Asia Pacific Co., Ltd. in Bangkok, Thailand. Manufactured at Honda's facilities in Greater Noida and Rajasthan, it was claimed to have a localisation level of more than 90%.{{cite news |url=http://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/honda-amazes-with-diesel-debut/article4606717.ece |title=Honda Amazes with diesel debut |newspaper=The Hindu |date=2014-04-12 |access-date=2014-09-22 |archive-date=23 October 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131023060250/http://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/honda-amazes-with-diesel-debut/article4606717.ece |url-status=live }}{{Cite web|url=https://www.autocarpro.in/news-national/honda-mobilio-90-percent-localisation-5732|title=Honda Mobilio to have 90 percent localisation|website=www.autocarpro.in|access-date=23 September 2022|archive-date=23 September 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220923171801/https://www.autocarpro.in/news-national/honda-mobilio-90-percent-localisation-5732|url-status=live}} It was also the first Indian Honda model to offer a diesel engine option. Petrol models were also available.
The 1.5-litre N15A1 four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine was first made specifically for the Amaze, which was later used in the Mobilio and the BR-V. Receiving the "i-DTEC" moniker, it was derived from the 1.6-litre N16A1 unit used earlier in the European 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. The turbocharger used in the diesel engine was designed and built by Honeywell.{{Cite web |url=http://honeywell.com/country/in/News/Pages/Honeywell-Turbocharges-the-Honda-Amaze.aspx |title=Honeywell Turbocharges the Honda Amaze |access-date=2 February 2014 |archive-date=19 February 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140219201237/http://honeywell.com/country/in/News/Pages/Honeywell-Turbocharges-the-Honda-Amaze.aspx |url-status=live }}{{Cite web|url=http://cars.sulekha.com/_new-jersey-nj_|title=Used Toyota Corolla Cars in New Jersey - AD 185389|website=cars.sulekha.com}} The engine was claimed to be the lightest in its class.{{Cite web|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/Autos/HTAuto-TopStories/In-detail-Honda-Amaze-s-1-5-litre-diesel-engine/Article1-1035942.aspx |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130403183944/http://www.hindustantimes.com/Autos/HTAuto-TopStories/In-detail-Honda-Amaze-s-1-5-litre-diesel-engine/Article1-1035942.aspx |archive-date=2013-04-03 |title=In-detail-Honda-Amaze-s-1-5-litre-diesel-engine - Hindustan Times|date=April 3, 2013}}
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.{{cite news|url=https://indianautosblog.com/2014/01/honda-amaze-sx-variant-113247|title=Honda Amaze gets new SX variant, priced at Rs 6.22 lakh|date=2014-01-16|work=Indian Autos blog|access-date=2018-07-23|language=en-US|archive-date=23 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152441/https://indianautosblog.com/2014/01/honda-amaze-sx-variant-113247|url-status=live}} In conjunction of the first anniversary of the Amaze in India, the Anniversary Edition was launched in April 2014.{{cite news|url=https://indianautosblog.com/2014/04/honda-amaze-anniversary-edition-launched-127500|title=IAB Report - Honda Amaze Anniversary Edition launched|date=2014-04-16|work=Indian Autos blog|access-date=2018-07-23|language=en-US|archive-date=23 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152227/https://indianautosblog.com/2014/04/honda-amaze-anniversary-edition-launched-127500|url-status=live}}
The facelift occurred in 2016, which consisted of updated grille, dashboard design, taillights, and the use of continuously variable transmission (CVT) for petrol model, replacing the 5-speed torque converter automatic unit.{{cite web|url=https://www.indiacarnews.com/news/honda-amaze-2016-price-mileage-specifications-3988/|title=Honda Amaze Facelift Launched in the Price Range of Rs 5.29 lakh – Rs 8.19 Lakh|website=Indiacarnews.com|date=2 March 2016|publisher=IndiaCarNews|access-date=2016-08-31|archive-date=13 September 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160913212634/https://www.indiacarnews.com/news/honda-amaze-2016-price-mileage-specifications-3988/|url-status=live}} The engine choices remain unchanged.
The Privilege Edition was launched in July 2017,{{cite news|url=https://indianautosblog.com/2017/07/honda-amaze-privilege-edition-274742|title=Honda Amaze Privilege Edition launched in India|date=2017-07-18|work=Indian Autos blog|access-date=2018-07-23|language=en-US|archive-date=23 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152411/https://indianautosblog.com/2017/07/honda-amaze-privilege-edition-274742|url-status=live}} followed later by the Pride Edition in January 2018.{{cite news|url=https://indianautosblog.com/2018/01/honda-city-20th-anniversary-edition-honda-amaze-pride-edition-honda-wr-v-edge-edition-launched-295616|title=Honda City 20th Anniversary Edition, Honda Amaze Pride Edition and Honda WR-V Edge Edition launched|date=2018-01-11|work=Indian Autos blog|access-date=2018-07-23|language=en-US|archive-date=23 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152247/https://indianautosblog.com/2018/01/honda-city-20th-anniversary-edition-honda-amaze-pride-edition-honda-wr-v-edge-edition-launched-295616|url-status=live}}
== Thailand ==
Sold as the Brio Amaze in Thailand, the grade levels offered were S and V. Both grades were powered by the 1.2-litre L12B3 i-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.{{cite news|url=https://indianautosblog.com/2016/05/honda-brio-amaze-facelift-thailand-232151|title=Honda Amaze facelift gets all-new projector headlights for Thai market|date=2016-05-18|work=Indian Autos blog|access-date=2018-07-23|language=en-US|archive-date=23 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152342/https://indianautosblog.com/2016/05/honda-brio-amaze-facelift-thailand-232151|url-status=live}}
== Nepal ==
The Nepalese market Amaze was launched in June 2013. Three grade levels were available: E, EX and S, all powered by the 1.2-litre L12B3 engine and initially only offered with a manual transmission option.{{cite news|url=https://indianautosblog.com/2013/06/honda-amaze-launched-in-nepal-83734|title=Honda Amaze goes on sale in Nepal for INR 15.92 lakhs|date=2013-06-25|work=Indian Autos blog|access-date=2018-07-23|language=en-US|archive-date=23 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723182054/https://indianautosblog.com/2013/06/honda-amaze-launched-in-nepal-83734|url-status=live}} The facelifted model was launched in June 2016 which added the CVT option.{{cite news|url=https://indianautosblog.com/2016/06/2016-honda-amaze-facelift-launched-nepal-234402|title=2016 Honda Amaze (facelift) launched in Nepal|date=2016-06-06|work=Indian Autos blog|access-date=2018-07-23|language=en-US|archive-date=23 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152310/https://indianautosblog.com/2016/06/2016-honda-amaze-facelift-launched-nepal-234402|url-status=live}}
== Philippines ==
Similar to Thailand, the car was sold as the Brio Amaze in the Philippines, which was launched at the Philippine International Motor Show in September 2014. CBU-imported from Thailand, the Philippine market Brio Amaze was powered by the 1.3-litre L13Z1 i-VTEC four-cylinder petrol engine mated with either a manual or a torque converter automatic transmission.{{cite news|url=https://indianautosblog.com/2014/09/honda-brio-honda-brio-amaze-philippines-145945|title=Philippines Live - Honda Brio, Brio Amaze launched|date=2014-09-18|work=Indian Autos blog|access-date=2018-07-23|language=en-US|archive-date=23 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152438/https://indianautosblog.com/2014/09/honda-brio-honda-brio-amaze-philippines-145945|url-status=live}}
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{{anchor|DF5|DF6|2018|second}} Second generation (DF5/6; 2018)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Second generation
| image = Honda Amaze 2018 (front) in Uttar Pradesh.jpg
| caption = 2018 Amaze (pre-facelift)
| production = 2018–2024
| assembly = India: Greater Noida; Tapukara, Rajasthan (Honda Cars India)
| related = {{unbulleted list
| Honda WR-V (second generation)
| Honda BR-V (second generation)
}}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Petrol:
| 1.2 L L12B4 i-VTEC I4 (DF5)
| Diesel:
| 1.5 L N15A1 i-DTEC turbo I4 (DF6)
}}
| powerout = {{unbulleted list
| {{convert|66|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (1.2 L petrol)
| {{convert|59|–|73.5|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}} (1.5 L diesel)
}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| 5-speed manual
| CVT
}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2470|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|3995|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1695|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1498|–|1501|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|905|–|1040|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
| sp = uk
| model_code = {{flatlist|
- DF5
- DF6
}}
}}
The second-generation Amaze was unveiled at the February 2018 Auto Expo in India,{{Cite web|url=https://www.autocarindia.com/news/second-gen-honda-amaze-makes-global-debut-at-auto-expo-2018-407234|title=Second-gen Honda Amaze makes global debut at Auto Expo 2018|website=autocarindia.com|access-date=2018-02-10|archive-date=11 February 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180211071610/https://www.autocarindia.com/news/second-gen-honda-amaze-makes-global-debut-at-auto-expo-2018-407234|url-status=live}} which Honda claimed to be built on a standalone platform (derived from the sixth-generation City). 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 {{cvt|5|mm|in|1}} from {{cvt|165|mm|in|1}} to {{cvt|170|mm|in|1}}. 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.{{cite web| url = https://paultan.org/2021/08/19/2021-honda-amaze-facelift-launched-in-india/| title = 2021 Honda Amaze facelift launched in India - updated styling and features; same petrol and diesel engines - paultan.org| access-date = 19 August 2021| archive-date = 19 August 2021| archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20210819073610/https://paultan.org/2021/08/19/2021-honda-amaze-facelift-launched-in-india/| url-status = live}}
Honda Cars used "The Big Move" as catchphrase (slogan) for The Honda Amaze.
File:Honda Amaze 2018 (rear) in Uttar Pradesh.jpg|Rear view (pre-facelift)
File:Honda Amaze in South Africa 1 (cropped).jpg|2023 Amaze (facelift)
File:Honda Amaze in South Africa 2 (cropped).jpg|Rear view (facelift)
= Powertrain =
| class="wikitable"
! Type ! Engine ! Transmission ! Power ! Torque |
| rowspan="2" | Petrol
| rowspan="2" | 1.2 L L12B4 i-VTEC I4 | 5-speed manual | rowspan="2" | {{convert|90|PS|kW hp|abbr=on}} at 6,000 rpm | rowspan="2" | {{convert|110|Nm|lbft|abbr=on}} at 4,800 rpm |
| CVT |
| rowspan="2" | Diesel
| rowspan="2" | 1.5 L N15A1 i-DTEC turbo-diesel I4 | 5-speed manual | {{convert|100|PS|kW hp|abbr=on}} at 3,600 rpm | {{convert|200|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 1,750 rpm |
| CVT
| {{convert|80|PS|kW hp|abbr=on}} at 3,600 rpm | {{convert|160|Nm|0|abbr=on}} at 1,750 rpm |
= Safety =
The Amaze is fitted with two airbags 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 crash-tested an African market Amaze unit in 2019.{{Cite web|url=https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fb4ea8933ae6c208c3dac41/t/60619f09d0939c02bc33a277/1617010442246/SaferCarsForAfrica-2019-HondaAmaze.pdf|title=Global NCAP technical report for 2019 Honda Amaze - #SaferCarsForAfrica|access-date=23 August 2022|archive-date=15 October 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221015040312/https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fb4ea8933ae6c208c3dac41/t/60619f09d0939c02bc33a277/1617010442246/SaferCarsForAfrica-2019-HondaAmaze.pdf|url-status=live}} 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.
| class="wikitable"
|+2019 Honda Amaze sedan |
| Adult protection stars
|{{Rating|4|5}} |
| Adult occupant score
|14.08/17.00 |
| Child protection stars
|{{Rating|1|5}} |
| Child occupant score
|8.16/49.00 |
| Cabin integrity
|Stable |
The Indian version received 2 stars for adults and 0 stars for toddlers from Global NCAP in 2024 (based on Latin NCAP 2016).https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fb4ea8933ae6c208c3dac41/t/6627364ccca6045082c27fb9/1713845838666/Honda-Amaze-fact-sheet-2024.pdf {{Bare URL PDF|date=August 2024}}
= Recall =
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.{{cite news|url=https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-news/2018-honda-amaze-recalled-for-power-steering-inspection-22205.htm|title=2018 Honda Amaze Recalled For Power Steering Inspection {{!}} CarDekho.com|work=CarDekho|access-date=2018-07-23|language=en|archive-date=23 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723122905/https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-news/2018-honda-amaze-recalled-for-power-steering-inspection-22205.htm|url-status=live}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/new-honda-amaze-recalled-for-potential-steering-issue-409114|title=New Honda Amaze recalled for potential steering issue - Autocar India|website=www.autocarindia.com|language=en|access-date=2018-07-23|archive-date=23 July 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180723122833/https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/new-honda-amaze-recalled-for-potential-steering-issue-409114|url-status=live}}
Third generation (2024)
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Third generation
| image = 2024 Honda Amaze ZX.png
| caption = 2024 Amaze ZX
| model_code =
| production = 2024–present
| assembly = India: Greater Noida; Tapukara, Rajasthan (Honda Cars India)
| related = {{ubl
}}
| length = {{convert|3995|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1733|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1500|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2470|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list
| 5-speed manual
| CVT
}}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
| Petrol:
| 1.2 L L12B4 i-VTEC I4
}}
| powerout = {{convert|66|kW|hp PS|abbr=on|0}}
}}
The third-generation Amaze was unveiled in India on 4 December 2024.{{Cite web |last=Nadkarni |first=Aditya |date=2024-12-04 |title=New Honda Amaze launched; prices in India start at Rs. 8 lakh |url=https://www.carwale.com/news/new-honda-amaze-launched-prices-in-india-start-at-rs-8-lakh/ |access-date=2025-05-21 |website=CarWale |language=en}}
= Markets =
== India ==
== South Africa ==
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.{{Cite web |last=Du Toit |first=Albert |date=2025-05-20 |title=Affordable new Honda sedan launched in South Africa – Pricing and features |url=https://topauto.co.za/news/132195/affordable-new-honda-sedan-launched-in-south-africa-pricing-and-features/ |access-date=2025-05-21 |website=TopAuto |language=en-ZA}}{{Clear}}
Sales
| class="wikitable" style="text-align: right;" |
| Year
! Thailand |
|---|
| 2014
| 65,505 |
| 2015
| 63,831 |
| 2016
| 35,388 |
| 2017
| 28,314 |
| 2018
| 785 | 67,653 |
| 2019
| | 67,715 |
| 2020
| 37,484 |
| 2021
| – |
| 2022
| |46,528 |
| 2023
| |40,382 |
References
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External links
{{Commons category}}
- {{Official website|https://www.hondacarindia.com/honda-amaze}} (India)
{{Modern Honda vehicles}}
{{Honda vehicles timeline 2020 to date}}
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