Honda City Aspire S vs Toyota Yaris ATIV X CVT 1.5L vs Changan Alsvin Black Edition 1.5L vs Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6L AT

Recently, Honda introduced a new variant of its popular sedan with upgraded features and specs. Yes! The Honda City Aspire S CVT made its way into Pakistan. But with other sedan options available in the market, for instance, Toyota Yaris ATIV X CVT 1.5L, Changan Alsvin Black Edition 1.5L, and Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6L AT, etc, how to make a wise decision? In this blog, let’s have a quick look at the Honda City Aspire S vs Other Competitors and see which might suit your requirements. 

Price Comparison 

The following is a price comparison of the Honda City Aspire S 1.5L and its other competitors:

Models	Honda City Aspire S 1.5L	Toyota Yaris ATIV X CVT 1.5L	Changan Alsvin Black Edition 1.5L	Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6L AT
Prices (Rs.)	6,149,000	6,389,000	4,999,000	6,699,000

Considering the prices, the sedan with one of the highest prices is the Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6L AT, whereas the Changan Alsvin Black Edition 1.5L has the lowest. But before you make up your mind, considering the price differences among all these models, let’s see if the prices are justified by a specs comparison. 

Exterior

All four of these sedan models have a definitely attractive and modern appearance. The Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6L AT has more dimensions than the other models, which might offer more cabin space. However, the Honda City Aspire S 1.5L has a longer wheelbase, promising greater stability and more. 

To know more, have a look at the given specifications table:

Specifications	Honda City Aspire S 1.5L	Toyota Yaris ATIV X CVT 1.5L	Changan Alsvin Black Edition 1.5L	Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6L AT
Length (mm)	4,451	4425	4390	4620
Width (mm)	1,694	1730	1725	1730
Height (mm)	1,498	1475	1490	1475
Dimensions	4,451 x 1,694 x 1,498	4425 x 1730 x 1475	4390 x 1725 x 1490	4620 x 1730 x 1475
Wheelbase (mm)	2,600	2550	2535	2700
Tire Size	175 /65/R15	185/60/R15	185/55/R15	205/55/R16
Headlights	LED	LED	LED	Halogen
Antenna	Shark Fin (Black Painted)	Shark Fin	Piano Black Antenna Fin	Glass Embedded
Exterior Color	Canyon River Blue and Meteoroid Gray	Super white, attitude black, Phantom Brown, Silver metallic, strong blue, and gray graphite.	Galaxy Black, Space Grey, Lunar Silver, and Stellar White	Attitude Black, Silver Metallic, Strong Blue, Phantom Brown, Super White, and Graphite Gray

Interior

The Honda City Aspire S, Toyota Yaris ATIV X CVT, Changan Alsvin, and Toyota Corolla Altis all these sedans come with a push start system to ensure modern convenience. Besides this, the interior of the Changan Alsvin has a 7″ infotainment screen, which remains underpowered compared to other models. 

Besides this, all of these models have different interior colors compared to others. However, the burgundy interior color of the Honda City Aspire S gives it a stunning appearance with high-grade seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. 

Have a look at the given table to know more:

Specifications	Honda City Aspire S 1.5L	Toyota Yaris ATIV X CVT 1.5L	Changan Alsvin Black Edition 1.5L	Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6L AT
Push Start System	✓	✓	✓	✓
Infotainment System	9″ display	9″ display	7″ display	9″ display
Steering Wheel	Electronic Power Steering (EPS)	Electronic Power Steering (EPS)	Super electronic Power Steering (SEPS)	Steering Wheel
Steering Knob	✓	✖	✖	✖
Sunroof	✖	✖	✓	✓
Interior Color	Burgundy	Black	Black	Beige
Speakers	4 (Front & Rear)	6 Advanced Speakers	4 (On all doors)	6

Engine and Performance

When thinking of getting a vehicle for yourself, one of the main priorities is excellent performance. Now, before I say anything, have a look at the performance specs in the table below:

Specifications	Honda City Aspire S 1.5L	Toyota Yaris ATIV X CVT 1.5L	Changan Alsvin Black Edition 1.5L	Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6L AT
Displacement (cc)	1497	1496	1480	1598
Engine	Water-cooled 4-stroke, SOHC i-VTEC, 16 valves 4-cylinder	1.5L NR	1.5L BlueCore	Water-cooled, In-Line 4 cylinders. 1ZR-FE
Maximum Horse Power (hp)	118	105.9	105	120
Maximum Torque (Nm)	145	140	145	173
Braking Type (Front/Rear)	Ventilated Disc/Drum	Ventilated Disc/Drum	Ventilated Disc/ Drum	Ventilated Disc/ Solid Discs
Transmission	Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with Earth Dreams Technology	7 Speed CVT/Sport Sequential Shiftmatic System	5 Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with triptronic	4-speed Automatic (Super Electronic Controlled Transmission)
Suspension	Front: MacPherson Strut with Stabilizer Rear: Torsion Beam	Front: MacPherson Strut Rear: Torsion-Beam	Front: Macpherson Strut Rear: Torsion Beam	Front: Macpherson Strut Rear: Torsion Beam
Fuel Tank Capacity (L)	40	42	40	55

The Toyota Corolla Altis leads in displacement (1598cc), power (120hp), torque (173Nm), and fuel tank capacity (55L). This makes it a suitable vehicle for longer routes. After this comes the newly launched Honda City Aspire S, promising a maximum power of 118hp and 145 Nm torque with 1497cc displacement. However, if you want to opt for a reliable and efficient option, you can go for the Honda City Aspire S at a lower price than the Toyota Corolla Altis. 

Safety and Comfort Features

All these models have multiple safety and comfort features to offer. For instance, you may find the cruise control option among all of them, along with Econ mode, only available in the Honda City Aspire S and Toyota Yaris ATIV X CVT. explore the given table to see which sedan model suits your requirements: 

Specifications	Honda City Aspire S 1.5L	Toyota Yaris ATIV X CVT 1.5L	Changan Alsvin Black Edition 1.5L	Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6L AT
Dual SRS Airbags	Driver + Front Passenger	Driver + Passenger	Dual Airbags	Dual (Driver + Passenger Side)
Seat Belts	5	Front: 3 Point ELR + Pretensioner + Force Limiter Rear: 3 Point ELR	3-point seat belts	Front: Driver + Passenger Rear: 3 Passengers
ISO Fix Compatible Rear Seats	✓	✓	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	Smart Entry	Smart Entry	Jack knife	Jack knife
ECON Mode	✓	✓	✖	✖

Honda City Aspire S vs Toyota Yaris ATIV X CVT vs Changan Alsvin Black Edition vs Toyota Corolla Altis: Which is Better?

After having a quick comparison among all of these, it is now time to make the decision. But before you do so, it is important to consider the budget. Since all these come in almost a similar price range, except the Changan Alsvin Black Edition 1.5L, you need to have a closer look at their specs. 

The Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6L AT has the highest price, promising enhanced performance (120hp and 173 Nm) compared to the other competitors. But the Honda City Aspire S 1.5L is not far behind with nearly matched performance (118hp and 145 Nm). 

But wait! Let’s also talk about the Changan Alsvin Black Edition 1.5L. No doubt! It might have attracted you considering its price, but it may compromise on its performance compared to others. I mean, if you have sedans promising better performance and are more efficient, why not consider them, right?

Conclusion

As the New Honda Aspire S has made its way in Pakistan recently, it is important to know what it has to offer us. For that sake, a quick Honda City Aspire S vs Other Competitors analysis might help you. However, the Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6L AT leads with its specs, but the Honda Aspire S is almost there with its performance, making both these models a suitable choice. 

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