Honda Grace Hybrid DX

Honda introduced the 6th generation of its world-wide famous sedan, Honda City, in 2014. That year, for the first time, the international markets saw a hybrid variant of City. The 6th generation hybrid City was launched in Japan with a new name, Honda Grace. The car became quite popular in the Japanese market.

In Pakistan, Honda has recently launched the plain 6th generation City. It’s hybrid variant (Honda Grace) has no signs of coming to the local market. However, Pakistanis have been importing this Japanese Domestic Model (JDM) Grace since 2017.

Honda Grace is an economy car with outstanding design aesthetics. The car has an excellent fuel economy, best among all hybrid sedans in the market. This hybrid sedan gives the passengers the driving experience of an upper middle class vehicle.

Exterior

One of the things consumers love about this car is that it looks beautiful from every angle. The front profile looks stunning with a honeycomb platinum-plated grille and 4-lamp LED headlights. The rear lamps extend horizontally to the trunk lid and chrome-plated license plate garnish. Long enough hood and 160inch alloy wheels complete the car’s look.

Interior

Honda has gone above and beyond with the features of Grace for its price. The driver-focused dashboard is fitted with a 5-inch LCD display panel with navigation, auto climate control, reverse camera, and Bluetooth audio. Although it’s a compact sedan, the cabin space for rear passengers comes close to that of an Accord Hybrid. There are rear AC vents, something that’s never been offered in any of the sedans of this segment.

Engine

Honda Grace is equipped with Honda’s SPORT HYBRID i-DCD one-motor hybrid system. There’s an Atkinson Cycle DOHC i-VTEC 1.5L inline-four engine and an electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery pack. The engine produces 110 hp and 134 Nm torque, while the motor produces 30 hp and 160 Nm torque.

Mileage

Honda Grace’s hybrid system brings out the fuel economy of up to 30 kilometers per liter, which is the best among all hybrid sedan models of this category.

Competition

In the Pakistani market, JDM Honda Grace competes with Honda City and Toyota Yaris. Among the hybrid sedans, Toyota Prius and Toyota Aqua are its two rivals.

Specifications

1.5L Atkinson cycle DOHC i-VTEC engine that produces 110 hp_@_6,000 rpm and 134 Nm of torque_@_5,000 rpm

Electric motor that produces 30 hp_@_1,313 – 2,000rpm and 160 Nm torque_@_0-1,313 rpm..

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Excellent fuel efficiency
• Spacious cabin
• Value for money car

Cons

• Expensive parts
• Slow resale

Honda Grace Hybrid DX Specifications

Dimensions and Weights

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Wheels and Tyres

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Other Information

Entertainment & Communication

Comfort & Convenience

CoolBox		Cup Holders
Power Seats / Seat Adjustment		Remote Boot/Fuel-Lid
Steering Adjustment		Sun-Roof | Moon-Roof	|
Cruise Control		Keyless Entry
Power Mirror		Remote Keyless Entry
Heated Seats		USB and Auxillary Cable
Climate Control		Rear AC Vents
Steering Switches		Arm Rest
Multi Info		Optional Navigation
Vanity Mirror		Accessory Power Outlet
Seat Lumbar Support		Smart Access Card Entry
Voice Control		Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
Central Console Armrest		Tailgate Ajar Indicator / Trunk Warning
Power Windows		Wiper Tinted Glass
Traffic Jam Assist		Navigation System / GPS System
Rear Ventilation		Terrain Response System
Air Conditioner		Remote Trunk Opener / Tailgate
Fast Charging		Auto door lock with speed
Brake Override System (BOS) / Smart pedal		Smart Entry
Auto A/C		Wifi Hotspot
Voice Command		Dust & Pollen Air Filter / Air Purifier
Digital Clock		Outside Temperature Display
Smart Welcome System		Refrigerator Compartment
Cabin Watch		Cabin Talk
Adaptive Cruise Control		Lane Winker
Remote Windows / Smart Key Open Close

Interior

Auto Defogger		Tachometer
Third Row Seats		Defogger
Rear Window Defroster		Folding Rear-Seat
Leather Interior		Rear Seat Headrest
Heater		Interior Lighting
Isofix Seat/ Child Seat		Front Map Lamps

Exterior

Alloy Rims		Leather Seats
Front Fog Lights		Trunk LID Lining
Alloy Rims		Rear Window Wiper
Front Fog Lights		Adjustable Headlights / Headlights Leveling
Auto Wiper / Rain Sensing Wiper		Power Antenna
Removable/Convertible Top		Roof Carrier
Side Stepper		Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
Integrated Antenna		Chrome Grille
Tow Package		Chrome Garnish
Smoke Headlamps		Roof Rail
Heated Wing Mirror		Rear Spoiler
Outside Mirror		Spare wheel

Safety

Power Door Locks		Alarm System Anti-Lock
Brakes Fog lights		Immobilizer Key
Traction Control System TCS		Child Lock
Rear Power Windows / Electric Windows		Automatic Emergency Braking
Intelligent Speed Assist System		Lane Departure Warning
Rear Seat Belts		Electronic Brake Assist EBA
Tyre Pressure Monitor System TPMS		Vehicle Stability Control
Anti-Theft Device		Central Locking
Speed Alert		Crash Sensor
Hill Assist / Hill Hold Control / Downhill Brake Control (HHC/ HAC / DBC)		Anti-Pinch Power Windows
Blind Spot Monitor		Security System
Hill Descent Control		Automatic Headlamps/ Automatic Headlights
High Mount Stop Lamp		Electronic Parking Brake
Vehicle Stability Management		Driver Condition Monitor
Wade Sensing		Rear Pre-collision Monitor
3D Surround Camera		Road Sign Assist
Vehicle Running Recorder / Trip Recorder

Entertainment & Communication

AM/FM Radio		CD Player
DVD Player		TV/VCR
Cassette Player		Premium Sound
Rear Seat Entertainment		iPod/MP3 compatible