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Honda City Price in the Philippines (2026)
Honda City Philippines 2026: updated sedan from ₱998,000 to ₱1,178,000, 1.5L CVT and Honda SENSING on every trim. Prices, specs, pros and cons.
- TypeSubcompact sedan
- Seats5
- Engine1.5L i-VTEC 4-cyl
- TransmissionCVT
- DrivetrainFWD
- Fuel / powerGasoline
Honda City variants and prices
| Variant | Transmission | SRP | 20% down | Est. monthly* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 S CVT Honda SENSING | CVT | ₱998,000 | ₱199,600 | ₱16,964 |
| 1.5 V CVT Honda SENSING | CVT | ₱1,083,000 | ₱216,600 | ₱18,408 |
| 1.5 RS CVT Honda SENSING | CVT | ₱1,178,000 | ₱235,600 | ₱20,023 |
Prices: suggested retail prices from hondaphil.com, checked November 2026. *Estimate with 20% down, 60 months, 10% a year; your bank's rate and fees will differ. Try your own numbers.
City overview
Honda Cars Philippines launched the updated City on October 17, 2026. The S and V kept their old prices at ₱998,000 and ₱1,083,000, and the RS tops the range at ₱1,178,000. All three use the same 1.5-liter i-VTEC engine with 121 PS (about 119 hp) and 145 Nm, paired with a CVT. Honda quotes 25.17 km/L from the 2021 Honda-AAP Eco Run, which is a best-case event figure, not a city average.
The update brings new 16-inch alloys, clear-lens taillights and a reworked headlight design. The RS adds a 10-inch display, rain-sensing wipers, Honda LaneWatch and an auto-dimming mirror. Every trim has Honda SENSING, which covers collision mitigation braking, adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assist. That matters on SLEX and NLEX, where long stop-and-go stretches wear drivers out. Read the spec sheet before choosing a trim, though. The S has no reverse camera listed, and only the RS gets curtain airbags. The S and V make do with front and side airbags.
The City has long been one of the default sedans for families, Grab drivers and young professionals, and the reasons are easy to see. The cabin and 4.6-meter body give real rear legroom, the engine is simple and proven, and Honda parts are easy to source in the provinces. Ground clearance is only 134 mm, so take it slow over flooded streets during typhoon season and over steep driveways. Paint matters for budget too: Urban Gray Pearl and Blazing Red Pearl cost ₱10,000 extra, and Platinum White Pearl adds ₱20,000. For most buyers the V hits the best balance, since it adds a camera without the RS price.
Who it is for: Commuters and small families who want a roomy, economical sedan with driver aids on every trim and a budget of about ₱1 million to ₱1.2 million.
City specifications
| Spec | Honda City |
|---|---|
| Body type | Subcompact sedan |
| Seats | 5 |
| Powertrain | Gasoline |
| Engine | 1.5L i-VTEC 4-cyl |
| Power (hp) | 119 |
| Torque (Nm) | 145 |
| Transmission | CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Fuel tank (L) | 40 |
| Length (mm) | 4,577 |
| Ground clearance (mm) | 134 |
Generation: Seventh generation (GN), October 2026 update. Specs vary by variant; check the brochure for your exact trim.
Pros and cons
What we like on paper
- Honda SENSING standard from the base S
- Roomy cabin for a subcompact sedan
- Proven 1.5L engine with a CVT suited to heavy traffic
What to consider
- The S has no reverse camera listed, and curtain airbags are RS-only
- 134 mm ground clearance needs care on flooded or rough roads
City rivals
Honda City FAQ
How much is the 2026 Honda City in the Philippines?
The updated City launched on October 17, 2026 at ₱998,000 (1.5 S CVT), ₱1,083,000 (1.5 V CVT) and ₱1,178,000 (1.5 RS CVT), all with Honda SENSING. Some colors cost ₱10,000 to ₱20,000 extra.
Does every Honda City have Honda SENSING?
Yes. Honda Cars Philippines lists Honda SENSING as standard on the S, V and RS of the updated City.
What changed in the October 2026 City update?
New 16-inch wheels, clear-lens taillights and a new headlight look. The RS also gets a 10-inch display, rain-sensing wipers, LaneWatch and an auto-dimming mirror. The engine and CVT carry over.