If you’re considering a practical, value-oriented sedan for India, the 2025 Honda Amaze offers a strong package. A deep dive into long-term ownership prospects — covering its good points, ownership benefits, transmission choices (Manual vs CVT), disadvantages, on-road pricing (variant wise) and FAQs. Let’s dig in.
1.Good and Best Points
Owning the 2025 Honda Amaze comes with a number of strong advantages:
- Proven Brand & Build Quality: Honda has a good reputation in India for reliability and durability.
- Efficient 1.2 L Petrol Engine: The Amaze uses a 1,199 cc petrol i-VTEC engine delivering 89 bhp and 110 Nm of torque.
- Good Mileage: ARAI certified for 18.6 km/l for both manual and CVT versions.
- Generous Boot & Practical Dimensions: Boot space of around 420 litres (some sources say 416 L) and a 170 mm ground clearance.
- Comfort & Features: Even though it’s a budget sedan, the Amaze offers features such as cruise control, keyless entry, push-start, a decent infotainment screen and dual-tone interiors.
- Good Resale Value/Low Depreciation: Because of the Honda brand and practical appeal, the Amaze is likely to hold decent resale value in the mid-term.
- Ease of Service & Parts Availability: With widespread Honda service network in India, maintenance tends to be easier.
These strengths make the Amaze a sensible choice for buyers looking for dependable everyday use, especially in city + highway mix.
- Benefits of Ownership
When you own the Honda Amaze for the long term, here’s what you can expect:
- Low Running Costs: The efficient petrol engine, combined with a modest size sedan means lower fuel costs relative to larger engines.
- Comfortable Daily Usage: Comfortable for city drives and reasonably capable on highways. Good boot space means it works for family trips too.
- Versatility: Suitable for a range of uses — commuting, weekend drives, small family outings.
- Strong After-Sales Support: Honda’s network and support infrastructure across India, means fewer worries about maintenance.
- Better Safety/Build (for segment): While premium cars offer more safety kit, the Amaze in 2025 is well-rated and offers a decent safety quotient. For example, expert rating around 8.2/10 in review.
- Tax/Cost Efficiency: Sedans under ~4 metre length and petrol engine are favourable in many Indian states for registration/taxes.
- Good for Resale: Since it ticks many right boxes (brand + practical + trusted), you’re more likely to find a buyer when you decide to sell or switch.
- If you plan to keep the car for 5–8 years or more, the Amaze can prove to be a cost-effective and reliable partner.
- Manual vs CVT Automatic
Choosing between the manual transmission and the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) version of the Amaze is an important decision. Here’s how they stack up:
Manual (5-speed)
Pros: More driver engagement, traditionally lower maintenance cost for transmission, potentially better control in hilly terrain or enthusiastic driving.
Cons: More effort in stop-and-go traffic; driver fatigue can set in if you have frequent city driving.
In the Amaze: The manual offers the same engine (1,199 cc petrol) delivering – 89 bhp & 110 Nm.
Mileage: 18.6 km/l (ARAI.)
CVT Automatic
Pros: Much easier driving in traffic, smooth gear shifts (no gear‐changes), more relaxed drive, better suited to urban conditions.
Cons: Slightly higher initial cost, possibly higher repair/maintenance cost if transmission issues occur; sometimes less fun in the sense of manual gear shifts; CVTs sometimes don’t feel as sharp or responsive as dual-clutch/manuals.
In the Amaze: Same mileage figure claimed (18.6 km/l) though real-world may differ.
For long-term use: If most of your driving is in city traffic, the CVT is the logical choice. If you are comfortable with driving, prefer manual and do more highway driving, manual makes sense.
3.Which to pick?
If you have heavy urban traffic, frequent stop-and-go, or prefer convenience: go for the CVT.
If you want lower cost, prefer driver control, or are in a less congested location: the manual is a strong option.
- Disadvantages
No car is perfect. Here are some of the drawbacks the Amaze may present in a long-term ownership scenario:
- No Diesel Option: The 2025 Amaze is petrol only (1.2 L). For buyers who still prefer diesel for high mileage and highway use, this may be a limitation.
- Mileage Realities May Vary: While ARAI claims – 18.6 km/l, real-world mileage could be lower, especially in heavy city traffic or AC usage.
- Limited Excitement : The 89-bhp figure is adequate but not sporty. If you seek lively performance, you may find it a bit subdued.
- Feature Set vs Rivals : Some rivals may offer more features (e.g., larger infotainment screens, more connectivity, advanced safety features) at similar price. So the Amaze may appear slightly behind in bells and whistles.
- Space in Rear/Third-Row: While boot space is good, rear seat legroom may not match larger sedans, so for very tall passengers it may feel tight. Also, there is no third row (as typical for segment).
- Resale Depends on Brand Perception & Market Trends: While Honda is trusted, the sedan market in India is shifting and with increasing preference for SUVs, long-term resale may face headwinds.
- Transmission Cost : For the CVT version, if major repair is needed down the line, cost may be higher compared to manual.
- Servicing Costs : While Honda’s network is strong, monthly running cost (servicing, tyres, insurance) may still be higher than ultra-budget hatchbacks.
- On-Road Price (Variant Wise)
Here are the ex-showroom price ranges for the 2025 Honda Amaze as per latest data (note: on-road prices will vary by city/state, taxes, insurance, accessories).
Variant Transmission Ex-Showroom Price*
V : Manual ₹ 7.41 Lakh
VX : Manual ₹ 8.41 Lakh
V CVT : ₹ 8.55 Lakh
VX CVT : ₹ 9.15 Lakh
*Ex-showroom as per announcement; on-road price (including RTO, insurance, GST, accessories) will be higher and vary by city. For example, in Mumbai the starting on-road is noted around ₹ 8.42 Lakh.
When calculating your budget, factor in:
- State/City registration charges
- Insurance (higher for new cars)
- Extended warranty or service packages
- Accessories/customisations
-Periodic maintenance cost.
- FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions about the Honda Amaze (2025) and answers.
Q1. What is the ground clearance of the 2025 Amaze?
A: The ground clearance is 170 mm.
Q2. What is the boot space of the 2025 Amaze?
A: The boot space is around 420 litres.
Q3. What is the seating capacity?
A: The Amaze offers seating for 5 occupants.
Q4. What is the ARAI-certified mileage of the Amaze?
A: According to the spec sheet, the 1.2 L petrol (manual & CVT) offers 18.6 km/l.
Q5. Is there a diesel version of the 2025 Amaze?
A: No. The 2025 Amaze is listed as petrol only in the official spec sheet.
Q6. How many airbags / what safety features does it offer?
A: The spec list shows 4 airbags for the model listed. Additional safety features such as ABS, EBD, rear parking sensors, camera etc are included depending on variant.
Q7. How many colours are available?
A: Six colours: Obsidian Blue Pearl, Radiant Red Metallic, Platinum White Pearl, Golden Brown Metallic, Meteoroid Grey Metallic & Lunar Silver Metallic.
Q8. Is the Amaze good for highway drives / long trips?
A: With its comfortable seating, decent boot space and efficient engine, yes it is suited for highway use as well. However, if you frequently drive with full load or on very rough terrain/hills, consider your needs (e.g., if you need more power or diesel alternative).
Conclusion
In summary, the 2025 Honda Amaze is a strong contender in the compact sedan segment — especially for buyers looking for a reliable, practical, fairly efficient car for long-term ownership. With a trusted brand, user-friendly driving experience (manual or CVT), good boot space, decent mileage and features, it ticks many boxes.
While it may not offer the highest thrills or the most advanced features compared to premium rivals, it stands out for its balanced approach — especially for everyday use, family drives and value for money.
If you are looking at buying one and plan to keep it for 5–8 years, the Amaze is definitely worth considering. Just make sure you pick the right transmission for your driving style (manual vs CVT), account for on-road costs in your city, and factor in long-term maintenance and resale aspects.
