Honda City vs Tata Safari

Tata Safari Price starts at Rs. 15.49 Lakh which is Rs. 3.67 Lakh costlier than base model of Honda City priced at Rs. 11.82 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Honda City (Petrol Model) is 18.4 Kmpl whereas claimed mileage of Tata Safari (Diesel Model) is 14.1 Kmpl. In technical specifications, Honda City (Top Model) is powered by 1498 cc engine , while Tata Safari (Top Model) is powered by 1956 cc engine.

City vs Safari

Key Highlights City ZX CVT ReinforcedSafari Accomplished Plus Dark 6S AT
Engine Type i-VTEC Kryotec 2.0L
Max Power 119.35bhp@6600rpm 167.62bhp@3750rpm
Mileage (ARAI) 18.4 Kmpl 14.1 Kmpl
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Basic Info Honda City ZX CVT ReinforcedTata Safari Accomplished Plus Dark 6S ATMG Motor Hector Plus Sharp Pro
Rating
128 reviews
64 reviews
53 reviews
Brand Name Honda Tata MG Motor
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 16.35 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 26.79 Lakh Get On-Road Price Rs. 20.92 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Displacement 1498 cc 1956 cc 1451 cc
Body Type SedanAll Sedan Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 119.35bhp@6600rpm 167.62bhp@3750rpm 141.04bhp@5000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic Manual
Gearbox CVT 6-Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD FWD
Colors
Honda City Colors
Tata Safari Colors
MG Motor Hector Plus Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 18.4 Kmpl 14.1 Kmpl 13.79 Kmpl
Tyre Size 185/55 R16 245/55/R19 215/55 R18
Boot Space 506 Liters 420 Liters ...
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes Yes
Cruise Control ... Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 31,628 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 51,824 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 40,484 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost
Rs. 28,126 / 5 years
... ...
Insurance Rs. 72,927 City Insurance Rs. 1.32 Lakh Safari Insurance Rs. 89,775 Hector Plus Insurance
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Engine Type
i-VTEC
Kryotec 2.0L
1.5L Turbocharged Intercooled
Engine Displacement
1498 cc
1956 cc
1451 cc
Max Power
119.35bhp@6600rpm
167.62bhp@3750rpm
141.04bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque
145Nm@4300rpm
350Nm@1750-2500rpm
250Nm@1600-3600rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
CVT
6-Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
...
Kerb Weight
1153 Kg
...
...
Turbo Charger
...
Drive Mode Types
...
ECO|CITY|SPORT
Eco,Normal,Sports

Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
40 Liters
50 Liters
60 Liters
Top Speed
...
175 Km/h
195 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
18.4 Kmpl
14.1 Kmpl
13.79 Kmpl

Suspension Front
2
Suspension Rear
6
6
6
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Electric
Electric
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
5.3 m
...
...
Tyre Size
185/55 R16
245/55/R19
215/55 R18
Wheel Size
...
...
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Radial Tubeless
Tubeless, Radial

Ventilated Seats
...
Additional Interior Features
Auto Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror with Frameless Design,IPS Display with Optical Bonding Display Coating for Reflection Reduction,Premium Beige & Black Two-Tone Color Coordinated Interiors,Instrument Panel Assistant side Garnish Finish(Glossy Darkwood),Display Audio Piano Black Surround Garnish,Leather Shift Lever Boot with Stitch,Soft Pads with Ivory Real Stitch (Instrument Panel Assistant side Mid Pad, Center Console Knee Pad,Door Lining Armrest & Center Pads,Satin Metallic Garnish on Steering Wheel,Inside Door Handle Chrome Finish,Chrome Finish on All AC Vent Knobs & Hand Brake Knob,Trunk Lid Inside Lining Cover,LED Shift Lever Position Indicator,Easy Shift Lock Release Slot,Driver & Assistant Seat Back Pockets with Smartphone Sub-Pockets,Driver Side Coin Pocket with Lid,Ambient Light (Center Console Pocket),Ambient Light (Map Lamp & Front Footwell),Ambient Light (Front Door Inner
Steering Wheel with Illuminated Logo, Soft Touch Dashboard with Anti-Reflective "Nappa" Grain Top Layer, Multi Mood Lights on Door Trims, Floor Console & Dashboard,Front Armrest with Cooled Storage,Air Purifier with AQI Display,Bejeweled Terrain Response Mode Selector with Display,Auto-Dimming IRVM
"Rear Metallic Scuff Plates,Front Metallic Scuff Plates,8 ColorAmbient Lighting with Voice Commands,Leatherette Door Armrest & Dashboard Insert,Inside Door Handles Finish(Chrome),FrontAnd Rear Reading Lights(LED),2nd Row Seat Recline,Vanity Mirror Illumination,Sunglasses Holder,Seat Back Pocket,Dual Tone Argil Brown & Black Interior Theme,2nd Row Seats Front & Back Slide Adjustable,3rd Row 50:50 Split Seats"
Rear Seat Headrest
Digital Cluster
Semi
Full
Air Conditioner
Ambient Light Colour
...
...
8
Digital Odometer
...
...
Seating Capacity
5
6
6
Doors
4
5
5
Boot Space
506 Liters
420 Liters
...

Alloy Wheels
Additional Exterior Features
Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE™) Body Structure,Full LED Headlamps with 9 LED Array (Inline-Shell),L-Shaped LED Guide-type Turn Signal in Headlamps,Z-shaped 3D Wrap-around LED Tail Lamps with Uniform Edge Light,Wide & Thin Front Chrome Upper Grille,Sporty Front Grille Mesh: Diamond Chequered Flag Pattern,Sporty Fog Lamp Garnish & Carbon-Wrapped Front Bumper Lower Molding,Sporty Carbon-Wrapped Rear Bumper Diffuser,Sporty Trunk Lip Spoiler (Body Coloured),Sharp Side Character Line (Katana Blade In-Motion),Outer Door Handles Chrome Finish,Body Coloured Door Mirrors,Front & Rear Mud Guards,Black Sash Tape on B-Pillar,Chrome Decoration Ring for Map Lamp,Automatic Folding Door Mirrors (Welcome Function),
Blackstone Alloy Wheels with Aero Inserts,Front LED DRLs + Centre Position Lamp,Connected LED Tail Lamp, Dark Badging, Sequential Turn Indicators on Front & Rear LED DRL, Welcome & Goodbye Animation on Front & Rear LED DRL
Chrome Insert in Front & Rear Skid Plates,Floating LightTurn Indicators,Projector Headlamps (LED),Tail Lamps(Full+Led),LED Blade Connected Tail Lights,Chrome Finish OnWindow Beltline,ChromeFinish On Outside Door Handles,Argyle-Inspired Diamond Mesh Grille,Side Body Cladding Finish(Chrome),Intelligent Turn Indicator
Rain Sensing Wiper
Xenon Headlights
...
...
Trunk Light
...
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
...
Length*Width*Height
4583*1748*1489 mm3
4668*1922*1795 mm3
4699*1835*1760 mm3
Wheelbase
2600 mm
2741 mm
2750 mm

Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Addtional Comfort Features
Multi-Angle Rear Camera with Guidelines (Normal, Wide, Top-Down Modes),Steering Mounted Voice Recognition Switch with Illumination,Touch-Sensor Based Smart Keyless Access,Electrical Trunk Lock with Keyless Release,Sunroof Keyless Remote Open/Close,MAX COOL mode,Front Console Lower Pocket for Smartphones,Foldable Grab Handles (Soft Closing Motion),Meter Illumination Control Switch,ECON™ Button & Mode Indicator,Fuel Gauge Display with Fuel Reminder Warning,Trip Meter (x2),Average Fuel Economy Indicator,Instant Fuel Economy Indicator,Cruising Range (Distance-to-Empty) Indicator,Outside Temperature Indicator,Other Warning Lamps & Indicators
3 rd Row Seats with 50:50 Split, Boss Mode, Terrain Response Modes (Normal, Rough & Wet), Gesture Controlled Powered Tailgate, Smart E-Shifter
"Sun roof Control From Touchscreen,Quiet Mode,Headunit Theme Store with Downloadable Themes,Preloaded Greeting Message On Entry (with customised message option),Remote Sun roof Open /Close,Remote Sun roof Open /Close,100+ Voice Commands to Control Sunroof, AC and More,Voice Commands to Control Ambient Lights,50+Hinglish Voice Commands,Navigation Voice Guidance in 5 Indian Languages,Navigation Group Travelling Mode,MGWeather,Park+ App to Discover and Book Parking,Smart Drive Information,Wi-Fi Connectivity (Home Wi-Fi/Mobile Hotspot),6-Way Power Adjustable Driver Seat,4-Way Power Adjustable Co-Driver Seat,AC Controls On The Headunit (With Auto AC),Leatherette Driver Armrest with Storage,All Windows & Sunroof Open By Remote Key,3rd Row Fast Charging USB Port,3rd Row AC with Separate Fan Speed Control"
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
With Storage
With Storage
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
...
...
Luggage Hook and Net
...
...
Lane Change Indicator
...
...
Additional Entertainment Features
Next Gen Honda Connect with Telematics Control Unit (TCU),Weblink,Wireless Smartphone Connectivity (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay),Remote Control by Smartphone Application via Bluetooth®,
Wireless Android Auto & Apple Carplay, 250+ Native Voice Commands, Harman AudioworX Advanced with JBL Audio Modes,Connected Vehicle Technology with iRA 2.0
"Premium Sound System By Infinity,Advanced UI with Widget customization of homescreen with multiple Homepages,Customisable Widget Color with 7 color palette for homepage of Infotainment screen,Amplifier,AC & Mood Light in Car Remote Control in (i-SmartApp),MG Discover App (Restaurant, Hotels & Things to Do Search),Birthday Wish on Headunit (With Customisable Date Option),Customisable Lock Screen Wallpaper"
Smart Entry
...
...
Automatic Climate Control
Available
2 Zone
Available
Memory Functions For Seat
...
Front
...
One Touch Operating Power Windows
All
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Drive Modes
...
3
Not Available
No of Speakers
4
5
8
AC
Rear AC Ducts
Heater
Power Steering
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Cruise Control
...
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Seat Front
Heated Seats Rear
Wireless Phone Charging
Subwoofer
Folding Rear Seat
...
2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
2nd Row Captain Seats Tumble Fold
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Engine Start Stop Button
Rear ACVents
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Air Quality Control
Tachometer
Hands Free Tailgate
...
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Memory Function Seats
...
Front
...
Adjustable Headrest
Voice assisted sunroof
...
...
Seat Belt Warning
Push Ignition
AM/FM Radio
Touch-screen Display
Speakers Front
Speakers Rear
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Follow me home headlamps
Adjustable Headlamps
...
Parking Sensors
Rear
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Front Cupholders
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
12V Power Outlets
Cigarette Lighter
...
...
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Sunroof
Single Pane
Panoramic
Dual Pane

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
4
...
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Knee Airbags
...
2
...
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
...
...
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Blind Spot Monitor
...
...
Hill Descent Control
...
...
Hill Assist
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
...
360 View Camera
...
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
No of Airbags
6
7
6
Brake Assist (BA)
...
Traction Control System (TCS)
Engine Immobilizer
Central Locking
Advance Safety Features
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA),Agile Handling Assist (AHA),Emergency Stop Signa,Trunk Open Indicator & Reminder,Dual Horn,Battery Sensor,Walk Away Auto Lock (Customizable),Lead-Me-To-Car Headlights (Auto Off Timer),One Touch Turn Signal for Lane Change Signaling,Anti-Roll Bar(Torsion Bar Type),Parking(Mechanically activating on Rear Wheels),Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS),Lead Car Departure Notification System,All 5 Seats 3 point Emergency Locking retractor (ELR) Seatbelts,
Roll Over Mitigation, Corner Stability Control, Brake Disc Wiping, After Impact Braking, Panic Brake Alert, 3-Point Seatbelt with Reminder for all Seats,Electronic Park Brake with Auto Hold,Advanced ESP with Driver Doze Off Alert,Emergency Call & Breakdown Call Assist
"Trumpet Horn,Digital Bluetooth Key with Key Sharing Function,Remote Car Light Flashing & Honking,AQI Updates,Critical Tyre Pressure Voice Alert,Low Battery Alert at Ignition On,Vehicle Overspeed Alert With Customisable Speed Limit,Find My Car,Send POI to Vehicle From App,WalkAway Auto Car Lock/Approach Auto Car Unlock"
Global NCAP Safety Rating
...
5 Star
...
Child Safety Lock
...
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
...
5 Star
...
Lane Watch Camera
...
...
Rear Wash Wiper
Keyless Entry
Rear Defogger
Rear Camera
3
3
3

Automatic Emergency Braking
...
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
...
...
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Driver Attention Warning
...
...
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
...
...
Adaptive High Beam Assist
...
Traffic Sign Recognition
...
Adaptive Cruise Control
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
...
...
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
...
...

Over the Air (OTA) Updates
...
Google / Alexa Connectivity
...
SOS Button
...
...
RSA
...
...
Smartwatch App
Live Location
...
Remote Immobiliser
...
...
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
...
...
Engine Start Alarm
...
Remote Vehicle Status Check
...
Digital Car Key
...
...
Hinglish Voice Commands
...
...
Navigation With Live Traffic
...
Send Poi To Vehicle From App
...
...
Live Weather
...
ECall And ICall
...
Save Route Place
...
...
Over Speeding Alert
...
Valet Mode
...
In Car Remote Control App
...
...
Remote Ac On Off
...
Remote Door Lock Unlock
...
Remote Vehicle Igition Start Stop
...
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda City
  • Premium and spacious interior
  • comfortable ride quality
  • sophisticated styling
  • ADAS available in many variants
Tata Safari
  • Big on size and road presence
  • can seat 7 people comfortably
  • updated interiors have good quality and better finish
  • better infotainment experience with twin screens
  • advanced driver assistance system (ADAS)
Honda City
  • No turbo-petrol or diesel engine options
  • rivals like the Hyundai Verna offer more features
Tata Safari
  • Diesel engine sounds gruff
  • no petrol or all-wheel drive option

Is Tata Safari Better Than Honda City?

100% users have chosen Tata Safari over Honda City in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 327 users have also rated Tata Safari and Honda City on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Tata Safari is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, maintenance and features in your car. But Honda City is better on the grounds of performance and comfort. On the basis of safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Safari City
Mileage 4.3 3.8
Performance 4.3 4.7
Comfort 4.4 4.8
Maintenance 4.4 4.0
Safety 4.4 4.4
Features 4.7 4.5
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City Vs Safari Vs MG Motor Hector Plus FAQs

Which car is best between Honda City vs Tata Safari?
As per the users experiences Honda City is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and comfort in your car. But Tata Safari is better on the grounds of mileage, maintenance and features. On the basis of safety user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Honda City vs Tata Safari?
The Honda City is cheaper than Tata Safari by Rs. 10.44 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Honda City vs Tata Safari?
The Honda City delivers better mileage 18.4 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Honda City vs Tata Safari?
For the ZX CVT Reinforced version, 1498 cc Petrol engine of City produces 119.35bhp@6600rpm of power and 145Nm@4300rpm of torque. Whereas for the Accomplished Plus Dark 6S AT version, 1956 cc Diesel engine of Safari produces 167.62bhp@3750rpm of power and 350Nm@1750-2500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda City has better performance.

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