Honda Amaze Explained

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, with all generations measured less than 41NaN1 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).^[1]

__TOC__

First generation (DF1/2; 2013)

Markets

India

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%.^{[6] [7]} 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.^{[8] [9]} The engine was claimed to be the lightest in its class.^[10]

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.^[11] In conjunction of the first anniversary of the Amaze in India, the Anniversary Edition was launched in April 2014.^[12]

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.^[13] The engine choices remain unchanged.

The Privilege Edition was launched in July 2017,^[14] followed later by the Pride Edition in January 2018.^[15]

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.^[16]

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.^[17] The facelifted model was launched in June 2016 which added the CVT option.^[18]

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.^[19]

Second generation (DF5/6; 2018)

The second-generation Amaze was unveiled at the February 2018 Auto Expo in India,^[20] which Honda claimed to be built on a standalone platform (derived from the sixth-generation City).^[1] 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 from to . 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.^[21]

Honda Cars used "The Big Move" as catchphrase (slogan) for The Honda Amaze.

Powertrain

Type	Engine	Transmission	Power	Torque
Petrol	1.2 L L12B4 i-VTEC I4	5-speed manual	90PS at 6,000 rpm	110Nm at 4,800 rpm
		CVT
Diesel	1.5 L N15A1 i-DTEC turbo-diesel I4	5-speed manual	100PS at 3,600 rpm	200Nm at 1,750 rpm
		CVT	80PS at 3,600 rpm	160Nm 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.^[22] 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.

colspan="2"

Global NCAP scores[23]
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).^[24]

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.^{[25] [26]}

Third generation (DF9/10; 2024)

The third-generation Amaze was unveiled on 4 December 2024.^[27]

Sales

Year	Thailand	India[28]
2014	4,297[29]	65,505
2015	2,153[30]	63,831
2016	883[31]	35,388
2017	969[32]	28,314
2018	785	67,653
2019		67,715
2020	12[33]	37,484
2021	–	39,697[34]

External links

• (India)

Notes and References

1. News: Merchant . Akbar . 2022-11-02 . All-new Honda WR-V SUV revealed . The WR-V sits on the same platform that underpinned the previous-gen City and the latest Amaze sold in India. . Autocar India . . India . 2022-11-04 . 2 November 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20221102190608/https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/all-new-honda-wr-v-suv-revealed-426203 . live .
2. Meet the Honda Brio Amaze . Tabamo, Dinzo . . 2014-08-14 . 2014-09-22 . 17 August 2014 . https://web.archive.org/web/20140817195801/http://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/meet-the-honda-brio-amaze-sedan . live .
3. Automobile, toy replica and/or other replicas. US. D742282. 2015-11-03. Honda Motor Co.. Asai. Keisuke. Ohhashi. Akihiko.
4. Web site: Pakai Platform Baru, Honda BR-V Bakal Punya Varian Hybrid? . 22 September 2021 . 22 September 2021 . 22 September 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210922124737/https://otomotif.kompas.com/read/2021/09/22/082200115/pakai-platform-baru-honda-br-v-bakal-punya-varian-hybrid- . live .
5. Web site: Honda- Amaze: Badle Apki Duniya . https://web.archive.org/web/20130621192444/http://www.hondacarindia.com/Amaze/specifications.html . dead . 2013-06-21 .
6. News: Honda Amazes with diesel debut . . 2014-04-12 . 2014-09-22 . 23 October 2013 . https://web.archive.org/web/20131023060250/http://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/honda-amazes-with-diesel-debut/article4606717.ece . live .
7. Web site: Honda Mobilio to have 90 percent localisation. www.autocarpro.in. 23 September 2022. 23 September 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220923171801/https://www.autocarpro.in/news-national/honda-mobilio-90-percent-localisation-5732. live.
8. Web site: Honeywell Turbocharges the Honda Amaze . 2 February 2014 . 19 February 2014 . https://web.archive.org/web/20140219201237/http://honeywell.com/country/in/News/Pages/Honeywell-Turbocharges-the-Honda-Amaze.aspx . live .
9. Web site: Used Toyota Corolla Cars in New Jersey - AD 185389. cars.sulekha.com.
10. Web site: In-detail-Honda-Amaze-s-1-5-litre-diesel-engine - Hindustan Times. 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 . 2013-04-03 . April 3, 2013.
11. News: Honda Amaze gets new SX variant, priced at Rs 6.22 lakh. 2014-01-16. Indian Autos blog. 2018-07-23. en-US. 23 July 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152441/https://indianautosblog.com/2014/01/honda-amaze-sx-variant-113247. live.
12. News: IAB Report - Honda Amaze Anniversary Edition launched. 2014-04-16. Indian Autos blog. 2018-07-23. en-US. 23 July 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152227/https://indianautosblog.com/2014/04/honda-amaze-anniversary-edition-launched-127500. live.
13. Web site: Honda Amaze Facelift Launched in the Price Range of Rs 5.29 lakh – Rs 8.19 Lakh. Indiacarnews.com. 2 March 2016. IndiaCarNews. 2016-08-31. 13 September 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20160913212634/https://www.indiacarnews.com/news/honda-amaze-2016-price-mileage-specifications-3988/. live.
14. News: Honda Amaze Privilege Edition launched in India. 2017-07-18. Indian Autos blog. 2018-07-23. en-US. 23 July 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152411/https://indianautosblog.com/2017/07/honda-amaze-privilege-edition-274742. live.
15. News: Honda City 20th Anniversary Edition, Honda Amaze Pride Edition and Honda WR-V Edge Edition launched. 2018-01-11. Indian Autos blog. 2018-07-23. en-US. 23 July 2018. 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. live.
16. News: Honda Amaze facelift gets all-new projector headlights for Thai market. 2016-05-18. Indian Autos blog. 2018-07-23. en-US. 23 July 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152342/https://indianautosblog.com/2016/05/honda-brio-amaze-facelift-thailand-232151. live.
17. News: Honda Amaze goes on sale in Nepal for INR 15.92 lakhs. 2013-06-25. Indian Autos blog. 2018-07-23. en-US. 23 July 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180723182054/https://indianautosblog.com/2013/06/honda-amaze-launched-in-nepal-83734. live.
18. News: 2016 Honda Amaze (facelift) launched in Nepal. 2016-06-06. Indian Autos blog. 2018-07-23. en-US. 23 July 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152310/https://indianautosblog.com/2016/06/2016-honda-amaze-facelift-launched-nepal-234402. live.
19. News: Philippines Live - Honda Brio, Brio Amaze launched. 2014-09-18. Indian Autos blog. 2018-07-23. en-US. 23 July 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180723152438/https://indianautosblog.com/2014/09/honda-brio-honda-brio-amaze-philippines-145945. live.
20. Web site: Second-gen Honda Amaze makes global debut at Auto Expo 2018. autocarindia.com. 2018-02-10. 11 February 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180211071610/https://www.autocarindia.com/news/second-gen-honda-amaze-makes-global-debut-at-auto-expo-2018-407234. live.
21. Web site: 2021 Honda Amaze facelift launched in India - updated styling and features; same petrol and diesel engines - paultan.org. 19 August 2021. 19 August 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210819073610/https://paultan.org/2021/08/19/2021-honda-amaze-facelift-launched-in-india/. live.
22. Web site: Global NCAP technical report for 2019 Honda Amaze - #SaferCarsForAfrica. 23 August 2022. 15 October 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20221015040312/https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fb4ea8933ae6c208c3dac41/t/60619f09d0939c02bc33a277/1617010442246/SaferCarsForAfrica-2019-HondaAmaze.pdf. live.
23. Web site: 2019-05-29. Four Star Progress But Poor Child Protection A Disappointment In Latest #SaferCarsforAfrica Results. Global NCAP. en-US.
24. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fb4ea8933ae6c208c3dac41/t/6627364ccca6045082c27fb9/1713845838666/Honda-Amaze-fact-sheet-2024.pdf
25. News: 2018 Honda Amaze Recalled For Power Steering Inspection CarDekho.com. CarDekho. 2018-07-23. en. 23 July 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180723122905/https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-news/2018-honda-amaze-recalled-for-power-steering-inspection-22205.htm. live.
26. Web site: New Honda Amaze recalled for potential steering issue - Autocar India. www.autocarindia.com. en. 2018-07-23. 23 July 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180723122833/https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/new-honda-amaze-recalled-for-potential-steering-issue-409114. live.
27. Web site: Venkat . Desirazu . Third-gen Honda Amaze exterior design revealed: India launch on 4 December CarTrade . 2024-11-11 . CarTrade . en.
28. Web site: Login - Automotive Information Platform MarkLines. 13 April 2019. 2 May 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210502042319/https://www.marklines.com/en/vehicle_sales/year/model?nationCode=IND&fromYear=2009&toYear=2018&carBrandId=117. live.
29. Web site: Thailand cars sales report 2014 . HeadlightMag.com . February 2015 . Thailand . 24 Oct 2018 . 11 December 2020 . https://web.archive.org/web/20201211163219/http://www.headlightmag.com/salesreport_total2014/ . live .
30. Web site: Thailand cars sales report 2015 . HeadlightMag.com . 10 June 2016 . Thailand . 24 Oct 2018 . 14 October 2020 . https://web.archive.org/web/20201014032258/http://www.headlightmag.com/salesreport_total2015/ . live .
31. Web site: Thailand cars sales report 2016 . HeadlightMag.com . 26 January 2017 . Thailand . 24 Oct 2018 . 30 December 2020 . https://web.archive.org/web/20201230014449/http://www.headlightmag.com/sales-report-december-2016/ . live .
32. Web site: Thailand cars sales report 2017 . HeadlightMag.com . 29 January 2018 . Thailand . 24 Oct 2018 . 24 October 2020 . https://web.archive.org/web/20201024002152/http://www.headlightmag.com/sales-report-december-2017/ . live .
33. Web site: 2021-02-02 . Sales Report : ยอดขาย SubCompact Sedan ปี 2020 : Honda City TURBO ครองแชมป์รถเล็ก . 2022-04-23 . HeadLight Magazine . th . 17 June 2021 . https://web.archive.org/web/20210617075652/https://www.headlightmag.com/sales-report-subcompact-sedan-2020-eco-bseg/ . live .
34. Web site: 2022-01-12 . Best Selling Cars in India for 2021! . 2022-01-13 . Autopunditz . en . 23 April 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20220423072853/https://www.autopunditz.com//post/best-selling-cars-in-india-for-2021 . live .