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Honda Dream CD 110 Price Declared As Rs. 41,110 - The Most Inexpensive Bike In The Series

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<span style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px;">Keeping in mind an ever-growing class of 'mileage-oriented' bike commuters, Honda had launched the 'Dream' series in the budget bikes segment by launching the 'Dream Yuga' in January 2012. After the enormous success of Dream Yuga, Honda then launched Dream Neo in 2013 and has now launched the Dream CD 110 which is the third and probably the last bike in this series. The Dream CD 110 is priced Rs. 5000 below the Dream Neo and Rs. 7,000 below the Dream Yuga, making it Honda's most affordable two-wheeler in India.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px; margin-top: 0px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px;">Boasting the formulaic 110 cc engine used throughout the 'Dream' series, Honda has made no significant changes to the engine specs in this bike. The engine spews out a maximum power at 7,500 rpm and 8.63 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm. Perhaps the most striking performance of this vehicle is in the mileage category, an impressive figure of 74 Kmpl, as reported in Honda's internal test rides but not yet verified by any external reviewer. Once again, the company's flagship Honda Eco Technology (HET) has been put to use to achieve this mileage. The engine specifications are exactly the same as its companion in this series, the </span>Honda Dream Neo<span style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px;">.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px;">CD 110 Dream will feature only a manual start. Body graphics, silver-coloured engine sleeve, silver toned alloy wheels and matching meter console make up the style quotient of the bike. Buyers will have an option of buying spoked wheels if not alloy ones. The bike also features tubeless tyres, maintenance free battery, viscous air filter as its plus points. Continuing the tradition of the Dream series, disc brakes won't be added to the bike and the safety of the CD 110 Dream will rely on traditional drum brakes, perhaps the only down point in the bike.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px;">The Honda CD 110 Dream, a more economical version of the Dream Neo is priced at Rs. 41,100 ex-Delhi, making it the most inexpensive two-wheeler by Honda in the country. Honda will be starting dispatches across the country from mid-July and sales will start from August '14. CD 110 will be available in 3 colours- Black with Red stripe, Black with Blue Stripe and Black with Grey stripe and in the kick/drum/spoke variants.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #303030; font-family: Verdana, Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 24.933334350585938px;">Hero Honda's CD 100 had found a large Indian fanbase and some of them can also be seen running today. The nomenclature “CD” is a mnemonic for Honda’s mass motorcycles in many countries since 1966 while Dream evokes the legendary success of Honda’s first mass motorcycle “Dream D” launched in 1949 in Japan. Do you think the CD 110 Dream will live up to its name? Let us know in the comments.</span></div>

Honda Dream CD 110 Price Declared As Rs. 41,110 - The Most Inexpensive Bike In The Series

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2014 Honda City diesel review: Promises to be another bestseller

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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIxZjZckrOaMKzdL7uqs1UzjkZe4YnnGehrbeBIQ9ACBS3l2E4mdV-JSSuZQnLZPfAyctQ0bcFlUmhz6gYBmEuAZabzNHkWIjlVngzWRQTYFqpulzsO1H7OOQNuVgnarfvg6nCMruk2PRI/s1600/download+(1).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIxZjZckrOaMKzdL7uqs1UzjkZe4YnnGehrbeBIQ9ACBS3l2E4mdV-JSSuZQnLZPfAyctQ0bcFlUmhz6gYBmEuAZabzNHkWIjlVngzWRQTYFqpulzsO1H7OOQNuVgnarfvg6nCMruk2PRI/s1600/download+(1).jpg" /></a> <span style="background-color: white; color: #3c3d3d; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;">Honda has finally launched the much awaited City in India, and this shows how important the C sedan is for the Indian market. After all, the City has been Honda India's bestselling nameplate. In the last few years, the car lost out to a few rivals since it lacked a diesel motor and missed out on some vital features. Honda, however, hopes to regain top position with the new car. But does the new City then have the right ingredient to make it yet another best-seller?</span><br />
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The previous three Honda Citys looked completely different from each other, like they didn't belong to the same family. The first gen model was a simple yet good-looking three box car, the second version looked odd because it was more of a hatchback with an added boot than a sedan but the third new model was smart and attractive. This design worked for Honda and is the reason why it has evolved from there to the new City. It's actually an all new car and shares nothing with the outgoing model but there is a feeling of familiarity. Honda designers have used the new exciting H design language that debuts in India and will soon be seen in the new Jazz.</div>
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The new design philosophy's wing face is clearly seen in the City. It's dominated by a large chrome strip grille that contrasts well with darker shades while the lower half is the only opening. The grille neatly merges with the sharp headlamps that look very heavily inspired by the new Civic sold internationally. The headlamp itself is split in three sections that accommodate the blinkers, low beam and high beam lamps. The bumper too is angular and features two pointed sections while the fog lamp inserts are large and mimic a sporty air dam. It isn't an attractive face but quite smart.</div>
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Despite the car being exactly the same length as the older City, the car does look slightly longer. This is because the wheelbase has grown by 50mm. The height has gone up slightly as well. However, the gap between the wheel and the arch is slightly on the higher side. While the older City featured a rather flat side, the new car has more character. Just like in the concept, the front fender features a prominent curvy line that runs from the bumper to the front door. It ends there because a deep shoulder line starts at the door and goes all the way to the taillamp.</div>
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A similar curved line is present on the rear fender too, it flows below the shoulder line to the rear bumper and then drops down to give a it a flat sided look. The roofline slopes down more and the silhouette is more coupe like. The only downside to the side is the wheel design, Citys have had striking wheels in every generation but the new wheels are bland and don't go well with the car's styling.</div>
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The rear end in our opinion is the most striking side of the car, it is unique and unlike any Honda we've seen before. The wraparound tail lights features sharp as well as curved sides that look very European. The unit is much shorter and wider than before and is split in two parts, with one half mounted to the trunk lid.</div>
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A thin chrome strip neatly sits between the lights while the lower section of the bumper has a lot of lines running across and runs through sleek reflectors. The car's overall width hasn't increased and with wider lights and increased height, the car looks narrower than before.</div>
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Step inside the car and one will notice one of the best cabins in a C-segment car today. The design is modern yet not overdone. The all black dashboard uses a flat front that's detailed by a piano black panel all the way from the driver side air vent up to the centre console. The centre panel houses the touch screen stereo while a segment first touch screen climate control panel sits below.</div>
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It is covered by a matte layer to prevent fingerprints but the piano black housing is a finger print magnet. The air vents are unique since they are slim and still function well. A contrasting and sporty metallic element runs along the top and around the centre console.</div>
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The steering wheel is the new design three-spoke wheel that takes inspiration from the CR-V, while it gets the same steering controls for audio, telephone and cruise control (first in segment in a manual transmission) among other features. The quality of materials used and overall fit and finish is impressive too. The door pads and pillars are finished in the same beige seen in the older City. Top end variants even get a leather interior.</div>
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In terms of space, the increased wheelbase has liberated a lot of room up front and at the back. The rear passengers get segment best knee room. And despite no increase in width, shoulder room is now up by 40mm. The front seats are wide and offer sufficient support while headroom has gone up too making it ideal for taller passengers. Boot space has increased to 510-litres while the opening has been widened as well. In fact the space is comparable to a few larger sedans.</div>
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The most important addition to the City however is the diesel motor, it's the same all aluminium 1.5-litre i-DTEC engine seen in the Amaze and the power figures haven't changed, max power is 100PS@3600rpm while max torque is 200Nm@1750rpm. However the engine is mated to a new 6-speed manual transmission with optimized gear ratios. Honda engineers felt that the torque was sufficient for the car and have focused more on the driveability and efficiency of the engine. Whether it's driving in town or on the highway, the engine feels effortless.</div>
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Turbo lag is minimal and the car accelerates easily in any gear. The gear shifts are notchy but are precise. In terms of performance, the car hits 100kmph in 12.8 seconds. Unlike the Amaze that's limited to 140kmph, the City diesel maxes out at 163kmph, however compared to competition, the top speed is still much lower. What the car excels in is fuel efficiency, the ARAI claimed figure is a shocking 26kmpl making it more efficient than the Amaze even and as a result, the most fuel efficient car in India.</div>
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While both the petrol and diesel variants get added sound and vibration absorption material, the latter gets a lot more. The damper, dashboard, trunk, doors, roof, engine bay and hood get extra insulation. Even the side glass is thicker and different from the petrol variant. All this has definitely helped in keeping the NVH levels low but at idle and higher engine speeds, cabin noise is slightly higher than a few rival diesel cars. The cabin does get quiter as the engine settles down.</div>
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The petrol City uses the same L15A i-VTEC engine seen in the earlier model but receives a few updates. Power has improved slightly while efficiency has gone up too. This has been possible by optimizing the valve timing and the use of a double needle plug. The piston gets a special coating to help reduce friction. Max power is now 119PS@6600rpm while maximum torque of 145Nm is available at 4600rpm.</div>
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The engine is a rev happy unit and redlines at 6800rpm. Power delivery is impressive and performance is still best in segment. The 5-speed manual transmission is the same slick unit seen before but with changes made to the gear ratios. The sprint to 100kmph now comes up in just 10.67 seconds making it quicker than the previous City by a second almost.</div>
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An automatic variant is also on offer but unlike the previous generation car that used a 5-speed automatic transmission with a torque convertor, the new City automatic features a CVT. The new transmission has been developed using Honda's Earth Dreams Technology.</div>
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The unit is light and compact and is claimed to improve fuel efficiency and acceleration. Paddle shifters are standard and can be used in either D or S mode, the shifts are quick and there is hardly any delay in upshifts as well as downshifts.</div>
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In S mode, one can even shift gears at the redline. Acceleration is impressive too, the car crosses 100kmph in 12.3 seconds making it one of the quickest automatic cars in the segment. The automatic variant gets an ECON button similar to the CR-V that helps improve fuel economy. Surprisingly the ARAI claimed fuel efficiency of 17.9kmpl is 0.1kmpl more than the MT variant.</div>
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Car Review: With new City, Honda redefines entry-level sedan segment

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<strong>Pricing: (ex-showroom, Delhi)</strong><br /><strong>Variant    Petrol (INR)    Diesel (INR)</strong><br /><strong>E MT</strong>       7.42 lakh          8.62 lakh<br /><strong>S MT  </strong>     8.04 lakh          9.24 lakh<br /><strong>SV MT</strong>     8.49 lakh          9.66 lakh<br />
The 4th generation Honda City is more than just a new car as it redefines the benchmark in the ‘people’s sedan’ segment with élan.<br />
Honda showcased the 4th generation Honda City a couple months ago; however, it is only now that the car has officially been launched in the market.<br />
With over 9,000 pre-launch bookings, the new City has garnered a sizeable amount of interest among customers and the driving force behind this aspect is the diesel variant, which is touted to bring in the numbers for the brand.<br />
The 1.5 litre diesel mill is essentially the same unit fitted in the Amaze. But it has been mated to a 6-speed transmission in the City. Incidentally, the diesel City is also the most fuel-efficient car in the country capable of delivering 26 kilometre to the litre as tested by the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI). The petrol option is the tried and tested 1.5 litre i-VTEC unit, which also delivers amazing efficiency. However, it is the automatic version that shines as it delivers an ARAI tested 18 kmpl, more than its manual transmission counterpart.<br />
For a sedan of this size, Honda is offering mileage of a small car in a premium entry-level sedan.<br />
It also has managed to keep the pricing of the new City very competitive. If you look at the petrol variants,  the pricing difference with the outgoing model is almost negligible and Honda has been able to achieve this by offering a higher level of localisation on the product.<br />
Illustrating this is the high level of equipment available on the car including features such as the start/stop button, touchscreen air-conditioning controls, rear A/C vents and shark fin antenna. The striking package combined with Honda’s legendary reliability is a potent mixture that has reset the benchmark for the competition and taken the bar even higher.<br />
For Honda, this might not be such a new thing, for the company redefined the entry level sedan segment with the launch of the City in 1998 and has dominated this segment over the past decade. With the new City, the game is surely being taken to a new level.<br />
Hironori Kanayama, president and CEO, HCIL said, “At Honda our goal is not just to create great products, but to offer unparalleled experience to our customers. With the best petrol and diesel technologies available in the City, we are very confident about the success of the model which will significantly contribute to our business growth in India.”<br />
With a target of over 170 dealerships by March 2014, Honda is gearing up for a strong run in the market.with the new City. In fact, the company is also looking at expanding their market base to include B and C category towns as the diesel version is bound to find buyers in these cost-sensitive markets as well.<br />
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Honda India Cars to open second showroom in Coimbatore

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As Honda Cars India Ltd prepares to unveil pricing details of its new 4th generation Honda City and market is abuzz with rumours of new launches of Honda India planned for later this year, the second dealership for Honda vehicles is getting ready for opening in Coimbatore next month.</div>
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Speaking to Business Line here today, K.S. Sasikumar, CEO, Ramani Automobiles Private Ltd, Coimbatore, said that in the Coimbatore market, nearly 2,300 cars are sold every month.</div>
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This consisted of all models and all brands, including the high end brands. Since the launch of diesel Amaze, the volume of Honda cars sold in Coimbatore, for which there is a dealer already in the city, has doubled. He expected Honda to grab nearly 8-10 per cent of the car market in the city once the new dealership by his company opens on Avinashi road during next month.</div>
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He said during 2013 calendar year, the car market in Coimbatore did not show any major growth but it did not decelerate either, maintaining more or less the same quantity as in the previous year. However, during this year, he expected the car market here to register a 3-5 per cent growth since a slew of new launches are planned by many players. Once the second dealership of Honda opens, he expected Honda to sell 180-200 cars a month in Coimbatore, of which he was hopeful of grabbing 50 per cent of the sales.</div>
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Explaining the investment planned by the Ramani group, which already owns separate dealerships for Volkswagen and Nissan vehicles in the city, he said the company’s showroom was coming up on the upmarket Avinashi road in Peelamedu. It is establishing a service centre near the ESI hospital in Singanallur. While the investment in infrastructure would be about Rs 5- Rs 6 crore, the working capital investment would be about Rs 10 crore. The service centre has capacity to attend to 60-70 cars a day.</div>
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Asked whether the Coimbatore market was elastic enough for a second dealership for a premium brand like Honda, Sasikumar pointed out that Honda was already present at different price points with its models starting from Brio at the lower end to its SUV CR-V at the higher end. With the launch of its diesel Amaze and the to-be launched diesel variant of its popular City, the customers are spoilt for choice. He was confident of the numbers because even without a diesel variant, Honda City had “the highest market share in the mid-size sedan”. With Amaze and City in diesel too, reaching the desired sales volume will not be difficult.</div>
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