Which is better? Honda Amaze or Ford Figo Sedan?

• The Entry Level Compact Sedan
• Space and Convenience 
• Engine Size and Type
• Fuel Consumption
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We compare the Honda Amaze and Ford Figo compact sedans and let you know, which is better when we compare the cars on paper.

The Entry Level Compact Sedan

The entry-level compact sedan is a thriving market. Whether you need a runabout where the boot is of big importance or maybe you want to try entering the e-hailing market. These are affordable, spacious and versatile vehicles to handle the demands of daily usage.

The Ford Figo, although no longer sold in South Africa as of the publishing of this article, was Ford’s value offering and came in both hatchback and sedan forms. The Figo was a solid product and quite robust at the time it was sold. The Honda Amaze sought to replace the Honda Brio and is Honda’s value offering in the form of a compact sedan that flies under the radar. With that being said, which of the two is better? For comparison purposes, for the Ford, we’ll use the Ambiente trim, and for the Honda, the Trend trim.

Ford Figo Sedan

Space and Convenience 

Space and convenience are quite paramount in the entry-level compact sedan segment despite the ‘compact’ designation. Even with the smaller dimensions, both these compact sedans provide ample boot space for the daily commute and or even the occasional longer trip which requires more luggage. Basic conveniences are also important for the discerning buyer and being entry-level models, both the Figo and Amaze don’t offer a lot but do get the basics right.

Honda Amaze

Engine Size and Type

These cars have quite different engine configurations from each other, the Ford Figo being the most unique with its 1.5-litre, 3-cylinder petrol which produces quite a lot of power for its size. Meanwhile, the Honda Amaze utilises a 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine. The entry-level trims use 5-speed manual gearboxes but the higher trim levels can be had with automatic transmissions.

Ford Figo Sedan Interior

Fuel Consumption

The Ford Figo has a bigger fuel tank and better range than the Honda Amaze, but the Amaze returns a better, manufacturer-claimed, fuel consumption figure, however, only slightly.

Honda Amaze Interior

Safety

Safety is more or less the same for both vehicles but the Honda Amaze wins here since it has the addition of IsoFix child seat anchor points.

Ford Figo Sedan

Pricing

The Ford Figo is no longer sold as new in South Africa but the Honda Amaze is still available new. On the face of it, the Ford Figo has a better price, warranty and service plan. However, since the Ford is no longer sold in South Africa as new and you can only buy used examples, the Honda Amaze by default is the better option.

Honda Amaze

Verdict

The Ford has more luggage capacity, better range and a more powerful engine but there are two crucial aspects preventing it from winning. Firstly, you can’t buy the Figo from new anymore and if you’re a family with a baby, there are no Isofix child seat anchors. Because of those factors, while the Figo is a good product, the Honda Amaze in this comparison, is the winner.

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Tayedza MbiriStarting his petrol-infused passion at a ripe young age playing a plethora of racing video games, Taye has been into the motoring industry for years. During his university years studying Law, he dipped his toes into motoring photography, videography, and exploring what Southern Africa has to offer for the motoring scene at large. Most recently, he presented a YouTube series for a famous Japanese manufacturer and now finds himself fresh on the AutoTrader content creation team. He hopes to own a 90s Subaru one day soon. View News & Reviews

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