Images of the 2026 Honda City facelift have surfaced online ahead of its official unveiling on 22 May. This will be the second facelift for the fifth-generation GN-series Honda City, following the first update introduced in 2023. From the leaked image, the most obvious change is the redesigned front end. The City now gets slimmer
Images of the 2026 Honda City facelift have surfaced online ahead of its official unveiling on 22 May. This will be the second facelift for the fifth-generation GN-series Honda City, following the first update introduced in 2023.
From the leaked image, the most obvious change is the redesigned front end. The City now gets slimmer headlights, a wider honeycomb-style grille and a reshaped front bumper with larger lower air intake sections.
The Honda emblem has also been repositioned, now sitting above the grille instead of within it. The front bumper also appears to feature revised trim sections at each corner, likely housing the fog lamps on higher variants.
While only the front end has been clearly shown, previous spy shots suggest that the rear will also receive some updates. These may include a revised rear bumper with vertical reflectors replacing the current horizontal units.
Interior changes have not been fully revealed, but reports suggest the facelifted City could receive a freestanding infotainment display, possibly replacing the current eight-inch unit. A larger screen could also bring minor dashboard revisions.
Other expected updates include new trim materials and upholstery, while features such as a powered driver’s seat, ventilated front seats, a digital instrument display and an optional 360-degree camera could also be added, depending on market and variant.
Powertrain options are expected to remain unchanged. This means the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated i-VTEC petrol engine producing 121 hp and 145 Nm, paired to a CVT. The e:HEV hybrid is also expected to continue.
In Malaysia, the current Honda City starts from RM 84,900 for the 1.5L S to RM 111,900 for the range-topping e:HEV RS variant.