Honda Amaze VX i-DTEC Ownership Review


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Hi all

Feel so happy to join the forum. I got my Honda amaze idtec delivered on 5th apri 2014. Waiting period was less than two weeks n i got my desired colour too(urban titanium). The machine still amazes me with its power and looks. Have done 800 kms so far and only once in highways but the average fuel consumption shows 23.8 km/l which is great figures . Am also totally impressed of how great its torque is esp in the 2nd gear . just have to release clutch and no need to use accelerator in heavy traffic.

Overall am pretty pleased buying amaze after a months reseach. Will write a detailed review with pics pretty soon..

p.s : when i test drove one of the amaze diesel variant i was so disappointed with nvh levels.. But the manager explained since the test drive vehicle is a 2013 model its more noisier. He promised the 2014 models comes with much lesser noise and better interiors(beige with black) . True that .. My amaze is almost silent in idling and only slightly noisier in motion( just like any other diesel engines) . I believe this part is rectified by Honda .

Happy to hear that Honda has finally resolved the NVH issues with amaze.


Vishnu, can I know which sort of paint you used for painting the dash? And the name of the colors as well?
The paint used is Normal paint. Satin Silver and Black are the color's used.

Going to take delivery coming sunday.seems good car with low nvh level as compared to 2013 models. Thanks

Thanks vishnu.
Once again Congrats. Do post an Ownership Review.
 
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Is it worth installing reverse camera parking sensor. Honda is charging 10K for the same. as per honda, if we install it from outside, the warranty will be void.
 
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Is it worth installing reverse camera parking sensor..... Honda is charging 10K for the same. as per honda, if we install it from outside, the warranty will be void......
The warranty will only be void if you cut any of the stock wiring. Literally " CUT ". Until and unless that , they can do nothing with your guarantee.

Make sure that the person who install the system doesn't do that. You could fix it for half price.

Or else if you need a hassle free relationship with the service centre, pay them the price and let them do the job. Or else Don't Install One[evil]
 
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Honda has launched an "Anniversary Edition" of Amaze to celebrate it's 1st Anniversary.

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It is priced an extra 71 k over the VX and S variants.

Only cosmetic changes like all-body kit ,Trunk Spoiler,door visors and exhaust pipe finisher.

Honda claiming that the Anniversary Edition Interiors will have premium upholstery and upmarket wooden finish panel on the dashboard instead of the Odd Brown panel. Let's hope it's not a wooden panel faux sticker[roll]

It will also have an "Anniversary Edition" Badge tagged along.

No changes in Engine Specs Though[cry]

IMO They should have priced it much more reasonably when the competition is tight [frustration]
 
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Going for the Honda blackcat reverse parking sensor. Cant trust people outside.

Vishnu

If we install roots windtone from outside, will any wire needs to be cut or we can install it without cutting any wire. I will use the relay as well.

Honda people refuse to change the single horn to double horn :-(
 
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Going for the Honda blackcat reverse parking sensor.......Cant trust people outside....

Vishnu

If we install roots windtone from outside, will any wire needs to be cut or we can install it without cutting any wire..... I will use the relay as well.......
Honda people refuse to change the single horn to double horn :-(
Yes, you can install it without cutting any stock wire's . I have changed to wind tones.
 
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Honda has launched an "Anniversary Edition" of Amaze to celebrate it's 1st Anniversary.

View attachment 132208


It is priced an extra 71 k over the VX and S variants.

Only cosmetic changes like all-body kit ,Trunk Spoiler,door visors and exhaust pipe finisher.

Honda claiming that the Anniversary Edition Interiors will have premium upholstery and upmarket wooden finish panel on the dashboard instead of the Odd Brown panel. Let's hope it's not a wooden panel faux sticker[roll]

It will also have an "Anniversary Edition" Badge tagged along.

No changes in Engine Specs Though[cry]

IMO They should have priced it much more reasonably when the competition is tight [frustration]

I really doubt Honda planned this offer after my car :p
Jokes apart, I was told by the Senior marketing manager as well as good friend & bro as he is @ P.Honda TVM that many customers who were there to book/take delivery was really interested in my car with the accessories. I actually decided to go with some accessories after seeing this video http://www.google.co.in/url?sa=t&rc...j4GYBA&usg=AFQjCNHYUdDkBBXqN0DzKLKOk1QpnjZReQ
My I did some Photoshop manipulation of some pics before actually finalizing for it.Budget was too tight but I was given some discounts.
I didn't take new pics.Here are few pics taken at the time of delivery. My idea was just to change the look of BRIO.Let me know what you all think. Thanks in advance.
 

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Happy to hear that Honda has finally resolved the NVH issues with amaze.




The paint used is Normal paint. Satin Silver and Black are the color's used.



Once again Congrats. Do post an Ownership Review.
Glad to know that my observations & MHO @ NVH issues / engine turning seem so true. Im sure next face lift of Amaze will be great. All de best Tajinder & Karthik.
 
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Can i install component speakers without cutting any wires? Will component speaker will give 100% output in honda amaze current 2 din system? Can i fix 6.1 inches in front and 5.25 inches component speakers in rear or amplifier is must for component speakers or not?
 
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i installed reverse parking camera from honda itself . Not sure what brand they installed. They are not willing to reveal the brand for some reason. Any idea what brand they usually install for reverse parking camera? i got a dash lcd display too. They said the warranty of the camera also will be taken care of honda.

One more thing if someone could help please. Today when i was waiting in one of the signals i observed sudden mild vibration while idling. It recurred at constant interval. Usually it was mild but this time it was slightly more. Any idea why this is happening[cry]

Honda has launched an "Anniversary Edition" of Amaze to celebrate it's 1st Anniversary.

View attachment 132208


It is priced an extra 71 k over the VX and S variants.

Only cosmetic changes like all-body kit ,Trunk Spoiler,door visors and exhaust pipe finisher.

Honda claiming that the Anniversary Edition Interiors will have premium upholstery and upmarket wooden finish panel on the dashboard instead of the Odd Brown panel. Let's hope it's not a wooden panel faux sticker[roll]

It will also have an "Anniversary Edition" Badge tagged along.

No changes in Engine Specs Though[cry]

IMO They should have priced it much more reasonably when the competition is tight [frustration]
Gosh!! had i known i would have waited..:

Is it worth installing reverse camera parking sensor..... Honda is charging 10K for the same. as per honda, if we install it from outside, the warranty will be void......
They charged 5500 for my reverse parking camera. just the camera and not the sensors. Initially they said 7000 . After some bargaining got it for 5500.
 
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i installed reverse parking camera from honda itself . Not sure what brand they installed. They are not willing to reveal the brand for some reason. Any idea what brand they usually install for reverse parking camera? i got a dash lcd display too. They said the warranty of the camera also will be taken care of honda.

One more thing if someone could help please. Today when i was waiting in one of the signals i observed sudden mild vibration while idling. It recurred at constant interval. Usually it was mild but this time it was slightly more. Any idea why this is happening[cry]
Karthik

Honda uses both Bluei & WorldTech. Yes they will deal with the warranty.They said WorldTech is better.

Since Honda takes responsibilities of installing any kind of accessories ,i decided to get reverse camera,door visors,chrome exhaust pipe,everything from them even though you can get it way cheap in snapdeal.
I installed this one - WorldTech - 7'' LED Monitor Screen (With Rear View Mirror Compatibility) - Buy Online @ Snapdeal.com http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJFEoc-TE7Q
Honda charges 11K for this ! But when i considered the buying hassle from online with not much garuntee,fixing charges & risks of fixing it from outside, i settled with buying from Honda.

The camera is Superb. Sensors are very accurate. Its pairs with my Samsung mobile. I haven't made uch calls with it.I'm still not successful playing mp3 or videos on it. It says MP5 format. I have to try some mp4 files. What pleased me the quality of the display as well as camera. It was worth installing. I hope i could play some videos & mp3.
 
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Gosh!! had i known i would have waited..:
Karthik & Vinshu....

With premium seats & body kit, i would say the over all price you pay is a bargain.
I had to pay 94k for these items. I'm adding links of same items you can get online much cheaper but may be with some poor quality & risks.

1. Side Protector
Shopper's Hub - Car Side Beading Moulding Protector (Set of 4) - Silver Chrome Black - Honda Amaze - Buy Car Accessories Accessories | Snapdeal.com

2. Door Visor
MoonLite Door VisorHonda Amaze(Set of 4) - Buy Car Accessories Accessories | Snapdeal.com

3. Exhaust Pipe Finisher
Autofurnish - Silencer Pipe For Honda Brio / City ZX / City i-vtech / Amaze - Buy @ Rs.561/- Online | Snapdeal.com

4. Skirtina ( Body spoiler kit)

5. Reverse Camera With Sensor
WorldTech - 7'' LED Monitor Screen (With Rear View Mirror Compatibility) - Buy Online @ Snapdeal.com

6.Under Body Rust Proof Coating (Has warranty)

7. Teflon Coating (Has warranty)

Im planning to do Viny Flooring, 3DMat & some Upholstery. I wish Honda put better tires than MRF :(
 

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I really doubt Honda planned this offer after my car :p
Jokes apart, I was told by the Senior marketing manager as well as good friend & bro as he is @ P.Honda TVM that many customers who were there to book/take delivery was really interested in my car with the accessories. I actually decided to go with some accessories after seeing this video http://www.google.co.in/url?sa=t&rc...j4GYBA&usg=AFQjCNHYUdDkBBXqN0DzKLKOk1QpnjZReQ
My I did some Photoshop manipulation of some pics before actually finalizing for it.Budget was too tight but I was given some discounts.
I didn't take new pics.Here are few pics taken at the time of delivery. My idea was just to change the look of BRIO.Let me know what you all think. Thanks in advance.
My question is will it reduce the ground clearance ?[confused]

Can i install component speakers without cutting any wires? Will component speaker will give 100% output in honda amaze current 2 din system? Can i fix 6.1 inches in front and 5.25 inches component speakers in rear or amplifier is must for component speakers or not?
Answer to you doubt is here

Component Speakers

Amp and Sub Installation

One more thing if someone could help please. Today when i was waiting in one of the signals i observed sudden mild vibration while idling. It recurred at constant interval. Usually it was mild but this time it was slightly more. Any idea why this is happening
That's the compressor turning on and off at an interval right ?

Gosh!! had i known i would have waited..:
You can get these things from Honda itself as accessories right ?

They charged 5500 for my reverse parking camera. just the camera and not the sensors. Initially they said 7000 . After some bargaining got it for 5500.
How good is the camera ? Is it placed on the bumber ?

Karthik & Vinshu....

With premium seats & body kit, i would say the over all price you pay is a bargain.
I had to pay 94k for these items. I'm adding links of same items you can get online much cheaper but may be with some poor quality & risks.

1. Side Protector
Shopper's Hub - Car Side Beading Moulding Protector (Set of 4) - Silver Chrome Black - Honda Amaze - Buy Car Accessories Accessories | Snapdeal.com

2. Door Visor
MoonLite Door VisorHonda Amaze(Set of 4) - Buy Car Accessories Accessories | Snapdeal.com

3. Exhaust Pipe Finisher
Autofurnish - Silencer Pipe For Honda Brio / City ZX / City i-vtech / Amaze - Buy @ Rs.561/- Online | Snapdeal.com

4. Skirtina ( Body spoiler kit)

5. Reverse Camera With Sensor
WorldTech - 7'' LED Monitor Screen (With Rear View Mirror Compatibility) - Buy Online @ Snapdeal.com

6.Under Body Rust Proof Coating (Has warranty)

7. Teflon Coating (Has warranty)

Im planning to do Viny Flooring, 3DMat & some Upholstery. I wish Honda put better tires than MRF :(
Whooping 94k ?[shock]
 
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