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Honda Amaze

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, 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.

Honda Amaze
Honda Amaze (DF5, India)
Overview
ManufacturerHonda
Also calledHonda Brio Amaze (2013–2018)
Production2013–present
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact car
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive

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).[2]

First generation (DF1/2; 2013)

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First generation
 
Honda Brio Amaze (pre-facelift, South Africa)
Overview
Model code
  • DF1
  • DF2
Also calledHonda Brio Amaze[1]
Production
  • 2013–2018 (India)
  • 2013–2020 (Thailand)
Assembly
DesignerAkihiko Ohhashi and Keisuke Asai[4]
Body and chassis
PlatformHonda Global Small Car[5]
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Power output
  • 66 kW (89 hp; 90 PS) (1.2 L petrol)
  • 73.5 kW (99 hp; 100 PS) (1.3 L petrol)
  • 59–73.5 kW (79–99 hp; 80–100 PS) (1.5 L diesel)
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,405 mm (94.7 in)[6]
Length3,990 mm (157.1 in)
Width1,680 mm (66.1 in)
Height1,505 mm (59.3 in)
Kerb weight1,060 kg (2,337 lb)

Markets

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India

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Brio Amaze (pre-facelift, South Africa)

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%.[7][8] 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.[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]

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.[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]

Thailand

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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.[17]

Nepal

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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.[18] The facelifted model was launched in June 2016 which added the CVT option.[19]

Philippines

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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.[20]

Second generation (DF5/6; 2018)

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Second generation
 
2018 Amaze (pre-facelift)
Overview
Model code
  • DF5
  • DF6
Production2018–present
AssemblyIndia: Greater Noida; Tapukara, Rajasthan (Honda Cars India)
Body and chassis
Related
Powertrain
Engine
  • Petrol:
  • 1.2 L L12B4 i-VTEC I4 (DF5)
  • Diesel:
  • 1.5 L N15A1 i-DTEC turbo I4 (DF6)
Power output
  • 66 kW (89 hp; 90 PS) (1.2 L petrol)
  • 59–73.5 kW (79–99 hp; 80–100 PS) (1.5 L diesel)
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,470 mm (97.2 in)
Length3,995 mm (157.3 in)
Width1,695 mm (66.7 in)
Height1,498–1,501 mm (59.0–59.1 in)
Kerb weight905–1,040 kg (1,995–2,293 lb)

The second-generation Amaze was unveiled at the February 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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    Rear view (pre-facelift)
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    2023 Amaze (facelift)
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    Rear view (facelift)

Powertrain

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Type Engine Transmission Power Torque
Petrol 1.2 L L12B4 i-VTEC I4 5-speed manual 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) at 6,000 rpm 110 N⋅m (81 lb⋅ft) at 4,800 rpm
CVT
Diesel 1.5 L N15A1 i-DTEC turbo-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

Safety

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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.[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.

2019 Honda Amaze sedan
(2 airbags)
Global NCAP scores[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 ffrom Global NCAP in 2024 (based on Latin NCAP 2016).[25]

Recall

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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 (2025)

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Third generation
Overview
Production2025 (to commence)
AssemblyIndia: Greater Noida; Tapukara, Rajasthan (Honda Cars India)
Body and chassis
Related

The third-generation Amaze was teased on 4 November 2024,[28] and it will be unveiled on 4 December 2024.[29]

Sales

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Year Thailand India[30]
2014 4,297[31] 65,505
2015 2,153[32] 63,831
2016 883[33] 35,388
2017 969[34] 28,314
2018 785 67,653
2019 67,715
2020 12[35] 37,484
2021 – 39,697[36]

References

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