Comparisons

Honda Amaze vs Maruti Swift Dzire

Honda’s first diesel motor-equipped offering here goes up against India’s best-selling compact saloon, the Maruti Dzire. 

 

The Dzire may look slightly odd with the chopped boot and Honda may have the upper hand in terms of design with the good looking Amaze, but one needs only to look at the Dzire’s sales figures (14,000 cars a month) to realise how popular this sub-four-metre Maruti is.

Now, if you’re thinking that it’s the Dzire’s success that spurred Honda into coming up with its own sub-four-metre saloon, know that work on the Amaze started way back when Maruti was still selling the old, fat-bottomed Dzire. 

Nonetheless, both saloons are designed to take full advantage of the Indian government’s small car tax benefits and we pit them against each other to see which one will benefit you the most.

At Rs 7.6 lakh, this top-end Amaze VX i-DTEC costs Rs 9000 more than the Dzire ZDi’s Rs 7.51 lakh. The question is whether the new Honda saloon is amazing enough to topple the leader.

While the Dzire is based on the Swift, the Amaze is based on the Brio. The Swift is half a class above the Brio (although Honda has extended the Brio’s wheelbase for the Amaze) and has better interiors. The latter is an important point, because both the Amaze and the Dzire share dashboards with their hatchback siblings. The Swift’s stylishly upmarket dashboard is more suited to the higher expectations of saloon owners than the Brio’s rather spartan interiors. The Amaze’s vents, centre console and instrument panel don’t ‘line up’ in the traditional sense and there are some odd-looking bits, like the joint of the glovebox. The instrumentation is easy to read but doesn’t look as classy or as sophisticated as the Dzire’s jewel-effect dials.

The driving position is near perfect. The dashboard cowl is low, so there’s great visibility forward, the controls (gearshift, clutch, throttle, steering) need less effort to use than the Dzire, and the seats are nicely contoured. Still, we did find them lacking slightly on shoulder support.
The Dzire’s front seats are better. The cushioning is superb, the bolstering is snug and the driving position is good as well. However, the dashboard is a touch too close and the dark insides don’t give you the airy ambience of the Amaze. The Dzire’s dashboard really feels a cut above the Amaze’s. From the V-shaped centre console which houses the electronic climate control (on the ‘Z’ versions) and the two-DIN integrated audio system to small details like the smart-looking air-con vents.
In the back, however, the Dzire doesn’t have as much legroom as in the Amaze. The small windows and the all-black cabin add to the feeling of claustrophobia.

The Amaze’s wheelbase is, incredibly, 25mm shorter than the Dzire’s, but there’s more space inside thanks to Honda’s clever packaging. The dashboard has been pushed forward as much as possible to maximise cabin space and the front seats are slim, making for more rear passenger legroom. The chauffeur-driven will appreciate the legroom, headroom and the sense of space you get thanks to the beige fabrics and big windows. The rear seats themselves are very comfortable, with superb cushioning and great support.
The Amaze’s well-shaped 400-litre boot will let you squeeze in a bit more.
Both cars come with two airbags, USB connectivity, alloy wheels and remote locking, but the Dzire offers a bit more – it’s got climate control and a CD player. The only feature that the Amaze has over the Dzire is electric folding mirrors.
Also, the Dzire feels the more solidly built of the two.

The Amaze’s new 1498cc diesel engine good for 98.6bhp and 20.4kgm of torque, is very responsive. It pulls cleanly from 1200rpm all the way to 3800rpm. Honda tuned this engine specifically for low-rev alertness and immediate and linear part-throttle response. It’s clear that this engine uses a small turbo that spools up quickly and lends linearity to throttle inputs, something that’s missing in the Dzire. Still, the Honda engine doesn’t rev much – the redline is a relatively low 4200rpm.
The Dzire’s 1248cc Multijet diesel has noticeably more turbo lag, and you have to wait till about 1800rpm before the turbo boost kicks in with a full 19.3kgm of torque. This surge of power makes the Dzire feel quick, despite its 25bhp disadvantage. It also revs a lot more (5200rpm redline) than the Amaze’s Earth Dreams engine, but power tails off over the last 1000rpm.
In normal traffic, the Multijet’s (or DDiS as Maruti calls this engine) biggest weakness is its lethargy at low revs. You have to work the gear lever a lot and keep the engine well above 2000rpm to get it to perform best. The Amaze, on the other hand, shoots ahead smartly with just a flex of your foot, its bigger displacement also giving it that slight edge in bottom-end torque. The gear ratios are well-matched and allow you to surf a nice wave of torque through all the gears. Though the Dzire posted better in-gear acceleration times in our standard tests, thanks to its shorter gearing, in the real world, the Amaze does the job better. Take for instance short bursts, like from 40-60kph in third gear, which is what you might typically do in the city, or 80-100kph in fourth for a quick overtaking move on the highway – for both these increments, the Amaze is noticeably quicker.

In our flat-out acceleration tests, the Amaze, as expected, was quicker, hitting 100kph in 12.97sec, which is half a second ahead of the Dzire. It would have been faster if it wasn’t for the 2000rpm rev-lock (if the car is stationary) that Honda has imposed to protect the engine. The rev-lock makes it difficult to get a good launch off the line – which is a big disadvantage to acceleration times. Press on to 140kph and the Amaze extends the gap with the Dzire, arriving at this mark a good 3.2 seconds earlier.
The Amaze’s diesel engine is quite noisy and there’s a noticeable diesel drone always present, especially when you accelerate hard. It’s also not the smoothest engine around and slight vibrations creep up through the pedals and the steering wheel. The Dzire’s engine is much smoother and quieter right through its rev range.

Economy

Honda claims the Amaze diesel is the most efficient car in the country, and our tests have confirmed that – it returned 15.2kpl in the city and 20.8kpl on the highway. These figures are incredible when you consider that the 1.5-litre motor produces a very healthy 98.6bhp. But the Dzire is not that far behind, and returned an impressive 14.6kpl and 19.8kpl for the same cycles. But it has a much bigger 42-litre fuel tank than the Amaze’s 35 litres. So, the Maruti will travel nearly a 100km more than the Honda on a full tank of fuel.

Both cars use the traditional independent MacPherson struts up front and a torsion beam rear axle. The Amaze has good body control, a well-weighted electric steering and rather impressive cornering manners. It handles predictably and there is a nicely planted feel to it when you’re driving fast. If anything, the suspension is a tad stiffer than the Dzire’s, resulting in slightly sharper vertical movements over bumps, but this is a minor issue. The long-travel suspension absorbs even bigger bumps nicely and the suspension is refined as well.

Over the same piece of road, you’ll find that the Dzire, with its slightly softer suspension, has the better low-speed ride. Its 15-inch wheels (the Amaze has 14-inchers) marginally improve the ride as well. However, it doesn’t have the planted feel the Amaze has at higher speeds, and the steering isn’t as consistent off-centre either. But at real-world speeds, both cars are pretty evenly matched.

If anything, the Amaze’s cabin feels less insulated than the Dzire’s and lets more ambient noise in, especially on coarse surfaces. There’s noticeably more tyre and wind roar.

This contest is rather close. The Dzire comes with more kit, feels better built and the cabin is plusher. The ride at low speeds is also slightly better. But then, the Amaze’s responsive engine, brilliant handling, perfect driving position and bigger boot make a very strong case. It’s far more comfortable and better to drive overall. Though it is a little more expensive, the frugal fuel consumption justifies the extra cost.

So while both cars have their strengths and have some key advantages over each other, overall, the practicality and user-friendly nature of the Amaze makes it the winner.

 

                                                                                                                            Source :- Autocar India

Chevrolet Sail VS Honda Amaze

The competition is amplified as after the launch of Honda Amaze and Chevrolet Sail. Both the rivals are outstanding and got great response from the consumers. Chevrolet Sail was launched on 1st of the February and the Honda Amaze launched on 11th of the April 2013. Both the sedans are C segment cars and bore good qualities. Both the sedans have their unique traits to woo consumer’s heart and pocket as well. The Chevrolet Sail got comments that this is the sedan to beat the Dzire as it is also a three box salon. Now on the launch of Amaze people said same words that now Dzire got a tough contender. Let’s hope for the best and explore the comparison further with the comparison of Honda Amaze VS Chevrolet Sail.

Exteriors

The present model of Chevrolet Sail is designed and aimed for auto enthusiasts who like practicality and style. The front face of the sedan is quite neat and decent. The dual divided grille looks nice and cool when one looks at the golden bow tie emblem of the company tucked perfectly in the center. The exciting look of the car is the stretched out headlamps, the crease lines around the body of the sedan, rear tail lamps and the sporty smaller boot. Other traits of the sedan are Hawk wing inspired head lamps, sporty aerodynamics silhouette, big wheels and the list goes on and on.

The other side of the story is also interesting as it is about the first diesel engine sedan by Honda. Carved with brains and fingers Honda Amaze leaves everybody for a gaze. The main attraction point of the sedan is its highly designed and linked boot. The boot of the sedan makes a real point of talking for consumers. The rich and sharp edges of the sedan make it stand apart. The front smaller rib styled dual chrome grille makes a difference too. Awesome jazzy side creased lines are adorable. The look of the small nose makes the sedan much sporty and gives an extra edge especially on compact sedans. Other exteriors characters are tweaked front bumpers, the hugging tail lamps and jazzy flare fender.

Interiors

The interiors of Sail sedan are comparative to Amaze but bad cushioning and less leg room than amaze make the car look dull .The interiors are also dull and low legroom and boot space than Amaze makes Amaze interiors Feel better.

Apart from this Honda Amaze also have awe- Inspiring internals. Honda Amaze is parallel in comparison but in few areas takes a better stance than the Sail sedan. People commented that ‘Brio sibling should have a larger rear leg room’, this time Honda has taken care of it and as a result sedan gets completed edge over other sedans. The wheel base of the sedan is larger than 60 mm of what brio possess. The seating factor was never a complaint from consumers this time it is enhanced more. The airy cabin of the car makes one feel pleasing. Other eye catching traits are longer doors for easy ingress and egress, Flat doors and comfortable seats with adequate space.

Engine and Power

The engine is what makes the most of it in the vehicles and enhances the competition among wheels. The most talked about engine is now sits under the hood of Honda Amaze. Company claims that the engine is most fuel efficient among the sedans. The first diesel engine from Honda is strengthened by 1.5 Liter i-DTEC motor that generates a peak power of 100 PS and a peak torque of 200 Nm. The mileage stand on 25.8 KMPL which makes the Amaze sedan the most fuel efficient car of the subcontinent. The petrol engine of Amaze offers 88 PS power, 109 Nm of torque and fuel mileage of 18 KMPL. Amaze diesel comes with 5 speed manual gearbox while the petrol version comes with an option of 5 speed manual and 4 speed automatic transmission gearbox.

On the opposite side Chevrolet Sail carries 1.3liter Samrtech turbo charged diesel engine which yields maximum power of 78PS and 205 Nm of torque, it delivers a mileage of 22.1 KMPL. The petrol variant of Sail sedan churns out 86 PS power, 113 Nm torque and a mileage of 18.2 KMPL. Both petrol and diesel models of Sail come with 5 speed manual gearbox only.

Handling and performance

The firm ride quality gets a new name that is Sail sedan. Sail suspensions are a master to eat potholes and bumps. The adults and the kids enjoy the ride at rear seat. The driving quality of the sedan is good and car remains car on the gear shifts. If one has to enjoy the long drive then one should definitely try the express highways. The competition is tougher because the main reason of the Honda sales is the seating and ride quality comfort in the cars. Honda City and Civic were the most appreciated sedans in terms of ride and handling. The Honda amaze also sets the same example in the diesel engine. Suspension is one of the finest qualities in Amaze which devoid the bumps and bad road conditions from reaching it to cabin. The steering is light and smartly garnished which makes the journey easy on mountain, plains and snake roads.

Value for money

The price of the sedan Sail was kept in a very thoughtful way as the sedan segment is the competitive one and price specific sub continent loves to welcome cars with economic pricing .The Sail was priced at Rs 4.99 lakhs to Rs 7.51 lakhs. As per one of the auto media it was said that due to the economic pricing Sail got at around 7000 bookings. The prices of Honda Amaze is also neck to neck between Rs. 4.99 Lakhs to Rs. 7.60 Lakhs which makes both the car compete tough with each other.

Verdict– Honda Amaze VS Chevrolet Sail Sedan

The pricing bents people more towards the Sail Sedan and the engine traits bents people more towards Honda Amaze. The fact is that if Honda Amaze can beat the heat of Sail and other similar sedans with its price, quality, features and space. Over all we can say that this time Honda Amaze gets more stars as due to the fuel efficiency, spacious internals and sporty exteriors.

                                                                                                                                           Source   :- Carblog India

Honda Amaze VS Toyota Etios

Yes you heard that right it is the beginning of a new era. Honda Amaze has brought in a new era along with it. An era where every brand will now offer best featured and hi-tech sedans at competitive prices. It is a beginning because Indian market will be viewing any such scenario for the first time. This article hereby presents a close scrutiny of Honda Amaze with one of its close competitors Toyota Etios. Toyota chose the most right timing for introducing its Etios and Etios Liva series just a month before the launch of Honda Amaze. And if you see closely it has given its sedan all the features in close sync with Honda Amaze, Etios especially in all aspects stands as a firm rival with Honda Amaze. Lets get started with an expert comparison of Honda Amaze VS Toyota Etios.

Exteriors

The exterior design that Honda has bestowed Amaze with is based on Brio and represents the signature mark of the Japanese car maker. The front design of the sedan is no doubt very appealing and the finishing given to the front bonnet and fender prove the fact that Amaze hasn’t been designed as a sporty vehicle. The twin slat chrome plated grille gives the car a mature appearance as compared to Toyota Etios. The exteriors appearance of the car no doubt gives it a perfect look of a compact sedan that lacks in several contemporary models in the same segment.
Toyota Etios on the other hand bears quite unique and elegant designing.

In comparison to Amaze it looks a bit plain but the appeal doesn’t lacks in any manner. The systematic use of chrome over its grille and other parts looks quite pleasing. The rear portion is unique and the tail lights and rest of the features have been designed neatly. Toyota has really built it well along with all standard features.
But when both the vehicles are compared Honda Amaze gets an edge over Toyota Etios.

Interiors

The interior front of Honda Amaze has dual interiors along with other standard Honda features. The center console has been given a smart touch and features an air conditioner, music system, and other controls. The powerful steering has mounted audio controls. The driver seat is height adjustable and the best thing about this sedan is that despite being a sub four meter vehicle its front as well as rear seats offer plenty of legroom and head room. The seats have been carved well and provide a firm and comfortable back support to passengers. And despite offering so much space on seaters’ part the boot doesn’t look compromised at all. Honda has presented Amaze with a boot space of 400 liters that caters your space needs in the most optimized manner.

Toyota Etios, on the contrary, has given all latest hi-tech features to its entry level sedan. The interiors have been given a dual shade in red and black color. The cabin spacious and offer comfortable seats. Other included features are power windows, electronically powered steering with mounted audio controls, glove box, DVD/MP3 player, height adjustable driver seat, and a MID in instrument panel. In terms of boot space Toyota Etios earns more points than Honda Amaze by providing a space of 595 liters.
So in terms of interiors both sedans earn equal points.

Engine and Performance

Honda Amaze is being offered in both diesel as well as petrol version. And same is the case with Toyota Etios. The diesel version of Honda Amaze bears a 1.5 liter 4 cylinder, iDTEC, DOHC power mill. This engine displaces 1498 cc of fuel and churns our power of 100 PS at 3600 RPM. The torque of this engine stands at 200 NM for 1750 RPM. The diesel version of Etios, on the other hand, is a 1364 cc, 8V, SOHC, four cylinder power mill that produces power worth 68 PS at 3800 RPM. This engine carries a capability to produce torque worth 170 Nm at 1800 – 2400 RPM.
The petrol version of Honda Amaze bears a 1.2 Liter SOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine that displaces 1198 cc. The power generated by this engine equals to 88 PS at 6000 RPM against a torque of 109 Nm at 4500 RPM. The petrol version of Toyota Etios bears a 2NR-FE, 4 Cylinder 16V, DOHC petrol engine that can smoke out power worth 90 PS at 5600 RPM against a peak torque of 132 Nm at 3000 RPM. This engine has been equipped with a dual camshaft and four valves on each cylinder that promise maximum power and torque. So here again in terms of power Honda Amaze and Toyota Etios stand neck to neck.

Comfort, Ride, and Handling

Honda Amaze brings along with a good handling package. It has been presented with a pretty efficient braking system that is complete co-ordination with Indian roads and provide complete control over the car during emergency braking and slippery roads. The suspension system provided to the car has also been designed for Indian roads and absorbs all bumps and shocks on rough and uneven paths. The steering of the car is quite light in weight which maker car maneuvering an easy task. Other included features that make ride smooth and safe are EBD, fog lamps, keyless entry, central locking, ABS, and engine immobilizer. The high-end version of the car has been bestowed with SRS airbags pair for front seats.
The suspension setup of Toyota Etios is well tuned and promises excellent handling and driving convenience. The car drive proves very well that the systems of the car have been customized to suit Indian road conditions. The passenger comfort is maintained all the times during the rides as the suspension system has been tuned well to absorb all shocks and bumps during the ride. Other included safety features are EBD, ABS, traction control, door ajar warning, , driver seat belt, engine immobilizer, and keyless entry.
In this aspect too both the sedans score equal points.

Mileage

Honda Amaze at present is being called as the most fuel efficient car of India. The diesel version of Honda Amaze delivers a mileage of 25.8 KMPL while the petrol version of this car delivers mileage of 18 KMPL of mileage. The Toyota Etios petrol version delivers a mileage 17.6 KMPL while the diesel version gives a mileage of 20 KMPL. Clearly, Honda Amaze is a clear winner.

Value For Money

The most amazing and dominating feature that Honda has given to Amaze is its price. This is one point where this car earns all scores from all its competitors including Toyota Etios. The petrol version as well as the diesel version of Honda Amaze has been priced at the lowest staring prices that any sedan in India ever had. The petrol version prices have been quoted in the range of Rs.4.99 – Rs.7.50 which includes six different Amaze variants. There are four diesel variants of Amaze that are at present available in market in the price range of Rs.5.99 lakhs to Rs.7.60 lakhs.
Toyota Etios on the other hand stands a bit behind Honda Amaze in this sense. The price range for the petrol version of Toyota Etios has been quoted in the range of Rs.5.45 lakhs – Rs.7.08 lakhs and this range includes five different variants of Toyota Etios. The diesel version price range on the other hand is Rs.6.70 lakhs – Rs.8.15 lakhs. 5 variants of diesel version of Toyota Etios are included in this version.

Verdict – Honda Amaze VS Toyota Etios

Honda has won over the market being the most fuel efficient and cheapest sedan in Indian market. The finishing and other features of the car have also been given an A-class refining. Toyota Etios on the other hand is a piece of art in itself. Toyota has given it best features but in terms of price and mileage it will have to work in order to come in level with Honda Amaze.
                                                                                                                                              Source   :- Carblog India

Honda Amaze Vs Tata Indigo Manza

The flagship model of Honda Motors for  Sedan segment Honda Amaze is been recently launched and is getting tremendous response from the consumers with gaining popularity among youth

Indigo Manza a living proof that how much Tata Motors a home grown company has excelled as automaker. The new Indigo Manza shares its platform with Tata Indigo Vista. Indigo Manza is combo deal of power and luxury. Currently there are eight models of Manza in the market, no other rival company is offering this many variety in the segment.
Performance
Honda Amaze is available in petrol and diesel variant. AMAZE has a first ever 1,498cc 4-cylinder DOHC, D-VTEC diesel engine built by HONDA for domestic market and also a petrol model comes with 1198cc, 4-cylinder, SOHC, I-VTEC engine. This diesel engine produces maximum power of 98PS@ 3600rpm and torque of 200Nm@ 1750RPM while the petrol engine is capable of producing maximum power of 87PS@6000RPM and torque of 109Nm@4500RPM. The sedan maintains an amazing mileage of 18KMPL wit petrol and 25KMPL with diesel.
Indigo Manza is built with a 1339cc, 4-cyliner, Common Rail diesel engine which generates maximum power of 95PS@ 6000RPM and torque of 122Nm@ 4200RPM. The diesel engine is capable of churning a best in class mileage of 18KMPL in city and 21KMPL on highway. It has a five gear automatic transmission.
Exterior
Honda has blessed Amaze with a fresh and beautiful exterior design. The front fascia has dual chrome lined grille and prominent head light clusters which look very appealing. The smooth detailing on doors providing more aerodynamic design and 15- inch alloy wheels give the sedan a sporty touch. The rear is kept quiet simple and pain which offers biggest boot space of 930L in the sedan segment. On the other hand Indigo Manza has flamboyant exterior. The new chrome radiator grille with t body coloured bumper at front looks bold. The chrome strip surrounded round fog lamp with large head light clusters adds more character to the car. The side fascia is treated with split spoke light weight alloy wheels while the Rear has body coloured bumper with radiant fog lamp.
Interior
The interior of Amaze has striking similarities with Honda Brio. The dual tone cabin in beige and black theme looks sophisticated. The leather cover upholstery and seats adds luxury to the cabin and the adjustable seats provide better driving position. The central panel and instrument console doesn’t line up and look bit odd but the AC and music system is placed efficiently in the dashboard.

The designers of Tata motors have left no stone unturned in making the interior of Manza luxurious and comfortable. The premium quality leather covered seats are fitted. The black and plum dual coloured interior looks stylish and adds more luxury to the interior. The gear knob and door handles are chrome finished and looks elegant. The adjustable front seats provide ample head and leg room.
 
Features
The Honda Amaze comes with a list of factory fitted features like USB, Aux-in port and Bluetooth connectivity, Automatic climate control, power windows, power steering and key-less entry.
Indigo Manza offers nothing but the best when it comes to comfort and convenience of occupants. Advanced two din music system with integrated MP3 player is fitted in the dashboard; two speakers are also mounted in the interior. USB and Bluetooth connectivity is given. Music and phone controller buttons are mounted on the steering wheels. The phone button can be use to take or disconnect a call without taking hands off the steering wheel. The two way adjustable lumbar support for the front seat provides comfortable driving position.
Safety
The both Sedans are  equipped with best in class safety features like Air bags for driver seats with front and rear seat-belts for the occupant’s safety, Engine immobilizer; ABS (anti lock brake system) with EBD, Central locking, child lock and remote entry for convenience is provided. Front wheel have discs brakes and rear have drums brakes for smooth braking.
Price
HONDA has priced AMAZE at 4.66 – 7.99 lakhs while Indigo Manza will cost around 4.8-6.7 lakhs.
Verdict
Tata Indigo Manza is one of the most luxurious and spacious sedan available in the market but Amaze offers a more powerful and fuel efficient engine with choice between petrol and diesel model.

	Honda Amaze	Tata Indigo Manza
Engine Size	1198cc, 4-cylinder, SOHC, I-VTEC engine (petrol)/ 1,498cc 4-cylinder DOHC, D-VTEC engine (diesel)	1339cc, 4-cyliner, Common Rail diesel engine
Price Range	4.66 – 7.99 lakhs	4.8-6.7 lakhs
Power	87PS@6000RPM (petrol)/ 98PS@3600rpm (diesel)	95PS@ 6000RPM
Gear box	5 speed	5 speed
Mileage	18kmpl(petrol)/25.8KMPL(diesel)	21 KMPL
Boot Space	400L	460L
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Variants	Petrol+diesel	Diesel

Tata Indigo Ecs VS Honda Amaze

Honda is soon to enter the compact sedan segment of India with its latest model– Honda Amaze. The sedan is being widely anticipated in India form a long time and is being said to be ahead of all its rivals in terms of several features and aspects. The car is the first entry from Honda in the C segment. Tata, the biggest passenger car maker of India, had too early submitted its entry in this segment through compact version of its sedan Indigo. And the news is in the air that a facelift version of Indigo eCS is on its way. There is no doubt that this version is being brought-in to rival against Honda Amaze. But in this article the present version of Tata Indigo eCS is being mainly compared to Honda Amaze. So let’s have a look at it.

Shape and Design

The latest version of Tata Indigo eCS bears pretty good looks and style. The first look of the car gives an impression of contemporary style and design. The chrome has been used for garnishing several highlighting features of the sedan like its grille that has been bracketed by style studded headlights in which turn indicators have been integrated. The rear end too has been given a clean finish and the styling is fit to suit various tastes.

Honda Amaze too brings in a contemporary shade of styling that very well adapts with tastes of common mass. The body toned bumpers and chromed grille adds to the alluring looks of the car. The chrome striped rear end too fits in right proportion with the front end. The alloy wheels adds to the aggressive and sporty style of Honda Amaze. The built is pretty good along with good quality features.

Interiors and Space

The dual toned interiors of Tata Indigo eCS perfectly combine with the good quality fabric seats that have been designed to provide ultimate comfort and correct body posture to its accommodators. The cabin offers plenty of space along with sufficient leg and head room. Other standard features included are power windows. MP3 audio system, a newly designed instrument panel along with center console, air conditioner, power adjustable OVRMs, and a boot space of 380 liters.
Honda Amaze too has something similar to offer but with its own style and statement. The cabin is spacious and offer ample of space for leg, head, shoulder, and arm movement. The boot space exceeds Tata Indigo eCS by 20 liters. Other major features incorporated are bottle holders, cup holders, MP3 music system, glove box, adjustable driver seat, and cubby holes.

 

 

In this aspect both Indigo eCS and Amaze earn equal scores.

Power and Performance

Tata Indigo eCS has been installed with a power packed engine that can displace 1.4 liters and carries a capacity to deliver power worth 70 PS at 4000 RPM against a peak torque of 140 Nm at 1800-3000 RPM. The engine has received good ratings form ARAI and gives a fuel efficacy of 25 KMPL. This makes it one of the most fuel efficient cars of its respective segment.
Honda Amaze in this segment scores a little more than Indigo eCS as its maker has bestowed it with an amazingly good engine. The power mill of Honda Amaze is a power packed 1.5 Liter i-DTEC power mill that generates power worth 100 PS against a peak torque of 200 Nm. The ARAI has rated it for delivering a mileage of 25.8 KMPL which makes it the most fuel efficient car in India.

Suspension – Comfort, Driving and Handling

Tata Indigo eCS has pretty good suspension system that helps it in delivering a comfortable and smooth driving experience to its driver. Although on much uneven roads the car gets a bit restless but keeps its accommodators from any major discomfort. Steering is smooth and very light to handle. The ABS installed in the car enhances its braking system and ensures safety of its passengers.
Honda Amaze on the other hand showcases better driving dynamics. The suspension system of this model is well tuned and offers a hassle free ride even on rough roads by absorbing bumps and undulations. The well balanced steering ensures good handling and control over the car. The ABS installed in the car that car can smoothly glide from high to low speed without much exertion.

Value for Money

The showroom price of base model of Tata Indigo eCS is Rs. 5.61 Lakhs, while the other two models LX and VX have been priced at Rs.5.84 lakhs and Rs.6.14 lakhs. The features offered along with all the comfort and convenience ensure a fair return for the price paid.
Honda Amaze has been priced between Rs. 4.99 lakhs– Rs. 7.6 lakhs.. The sedan offers an excellent driving experience along with A-class features. But it will be its pricing that will ultimately decide how fairly the car can return for the amount paid for it.

Conclusion– Honda Amaze VS Tata Indigo eCS

Tata Indigo eCS in itself is a complete package. The sedan has everything to offer along with a fair price. Honda Amaze on the other hand is a global level car and all features offered along with it have a world class reputation with a much powerful engine and much smarter design. Honda Amaze seems be ahead in this race as per our opinion.