Duel

Ever since Honda launched the City in 1998, not only was it a runaway success, but it was also the most coveted sedan, especially the VTEC trim which has now evolved into i-VTEC. The Hyundai Verna, on the other hand, didn’t get off to a flying start when it made its India debut in 2006. It was only in 2011 that the Korean manufacturer saw the wheel of fortune turn in its favour, when the second-generation Verna blazed onto the scene with its revolutionary ‘Fluidic’ design. Coming to the present day, the market has evolved further and the scenario has changed as there is a high demand for petrol automatic sedans now. So, we’ve decided to pit the naturally aspirated powered City CVT against the turbocharged Verna dual-clutch transmission to find out which one you should opt for. In terms of dimensions, the all-new City is bigger than the Verna and for a good reason too as the Honda is the longest and the widest sedan in its class. When it comes to styling, the rear looks more proportionate and well crafted. Both the full LED headlights and the Z-shaped LED tail lamps look stunning like a cluster of diamonds and