Honda Amaze Sets New Safety Benchmark: 3rd Gen Sedan Aces Bharat NCAP with 5-Star Rating
Honda Cars India has reaffirmed its commitment to road safety with a stellar performance by its latest offering. The 3rd Generation Honda Amaze has been awarded a prestigious 5-star safety rating for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) by the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP). This achievement positions the new Amaze as one of the safest vehicles in the compact sedan segment, solidifying Honda’s brand equity in safety and engineering excellence.
The results were announced on November 28, 2025, following rigorous crash testing protocols.
Crash Test Performance: Breaking Down the Scores
The 3rd Generation Amaze delivered an impressive performance across different safety parameters.
- Adult Occupant Protection (AOP): The sedan secured a 5-star rating, scoring 28.33 out of a maximum of 32 points.
- Child Occupant Protection (COP): It achieved a respectable 4-star rating, with a score of 40.81 out of 49 points.
These scores highlight the structural integrity of the vehicle and the effectiveness of its safety systems in protecting occupants during a collision.
Standard Safety Features: Protection for Everyone
Honda has equipped the new Amaze with a comprehensive suite of active and passive safety features as standard across all variants. This “Safety for Everyone” approach ensures that every buyer benefits from high-level protection.
Key Standard Safety Equipment:
- 6 Airbags: Providing all-around protection for cabin occupants.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Enhances vehicle stability during sudden maneuvers.
- ISOFIX Anchors: Ensures secure installation of child seats.
- Rear Parking Sensors: Assists in safe parking.
- Seatbelt Reminders: For all seats to ensure compliance.
- ABS with EBD: Anti-lock Braking System with Electronic Brake-force Distribution for controlled braking.
- Brake Assist: Provides additional braking force in emergency situations.
Powertrain and Legacy
Launched in India in December 2024, the 3rd Generation Amaze continues to be powered by Honda’s reliable 1.2 L i-VTEC petrol engine. Customers can choose between a smooth CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) and a 5-speed manual transmission.
Mr. Kunal Behl, Vice President, Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India Ltd., expressed delight at the achievement, stating that safety is a core principle guiding their design and engineering. He emphasized that this rating validates their customer-focused innovation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the safety rating of the new Honda Amaze? The 3rd Generation Honda Amaze has achieved a 5-star rating for Adult Occupant Protection and a 4-star rating for Child Occupant Protection in Bharat NCAP tests.
Q2: How many airbags does the Honda Amaze have? The new Honda Amaze comes equipped with 6 airbags as a standard feature across all variants.
Q3: What engine powers the 3rd Gen Honda Amaze? It is powered by a 1.2 L i-VTEC petrol engine.
Q4: What was the score for Adult Occupant Protection in the Amaze? The car scored 28.33 out of 32 points for Adult Occupant Protection.
Q5: When was the 3rd Generation Honda Amaze launched? The 3rd Generation Honda Amaze was launched in India in December 2024.
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