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Honda Amaze : First Drive
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Honda turns a new leaf, no writes an all new book, by embracing diesel and pushing its Man Maximum, Machine Minimum formula to new heights in its new Amaze sub-four metre saloon, first expression under its Earth Dreams Technology proghramme. Adil Jal Darukhanawala has the story from Twin Ring Motegi in Japan
Everything from up front till the Bi-pillar is familiar territory but going pact that to the C-pillar and beyond to the tail end, the treatment is completely different and goes on to trumps all rivals. The slightly wedgy profile which emerges is one of the most appealing shapes out there but one which is so very Honda. And from here if you step into the cabin, especially the rear end that is, you suddenly come up on to a whole new expansive vista.
The 50mm extension in the wheelbase has not only liberated acres of leg room for the back bencher sahebs but the boot is just as cavernous. In fact many of us who drove three laps on a section of the Twin Ring Motegi circuit were of the opinion that the rear seat space is close to that of the class leading Honda City! The door opening angles have changed on the rear doors to allow better access and egress while the H-points have been better optimized making for a fantastic seating posture for those occupying the back seats. Further, at least for yours truly, the manner in which the rear seat backs have the headrests so very ergonomically positioned enhancing the comfort and convenience in a huge manner.
The Amaze (termed the Brio Amaze in Thailand) we drove was one of just two fully built prototypes in the world and the only one in Japan with a diesel engine. (The Brio Amaze, with a petrol engine for Thailand was in that country where it is due for a reveal cum launch later this month). With at least another five to six months to go before launch in India, the interior trim had not yet been frozen but barring that aspect there doesn’t seem much wrong or out of place within the cabin which is so cool and so very Honda.
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DHARMENDRA SINGH
I didn't take a test ride of new Honda Amaze so that I can justify this amazing car......
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satyendra kumar
Amazed with price n fuel efficiency.
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V K Tyagi
A diesel car that too from Honda, more spacious than swift Dzire in legroom and in boot. Mileage is stunning 25.8 kmpl. What else one can think off. Finally a car that has everything in it for mid segment diesel. Great Work.
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George
Given the quality of their petrol engines, a diesel from Honda is good news indeed. The ride quality and handling will presumably be good too. However, mating it with an exterior that is a definite letdown is a major downer. The boys on the drawing table need some encouragement!!!
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vk
honda is a good company bt there is nothing about proudnes for selling it becoz every company having there own reputation..
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