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Key highlights Honda City Drival hatchback launched in Thailand Based on the latest generation City sedan Powered by an eHEV 1.5-litre petrol-hybrid engine Catering for the popular market of Thailand, Honda has introduced a limited edition City hatchback called Drival. It offers a sporty appeal along with an efficient hybrid motor. Read more details below. Also read: Volkswagen Tiguan R-line performance figures revealed Honda City Drival - What is it? The City moniker is a popular C-segment sedan in the Asian market. In fact, it is globally renowned for offering a comfortable yet efficient experience in a sedan car. However, Honda also sells a hatchback version of the same in some select markets, including Thailand. Based on the City hatchback, Honda has now launched a sport iteration called City Drival. It comes loaded with a sporty body kit which is inspired by the RS models like the Civic Type-R. Visually, it is available only in a pearl white exterior colour that is matched with gloss black highlights. Body parts, including the ORVMs, alloy wheels, roof, and bumper skirts, are painted black to give it a sporty appeal. Other notable changes include the new Type-R front grille, body skirts, a roof-mounted spoiler, and rear bumper diffuser with a chrome exhaust tip. On the inside, it features an all-black leather upholstery, which is enhanced by the deep-bronze highlights on the seats and panels. In terms of features, it is packed with the latest tech that is offered on the top-trim on the standard model. It is based on the eHEV petrol-hybrid motor, which is also offered in India on the City Hybrid version. Honda has limited its production to 1,000 units only. The Drival is a Thailand-only model, and we do not expect it to debut in India. The launch price for the Drival hatchback is THB 829K, which equates to approximately Rs 21 lakh. Also read: Upcoming Skoda Elroq RS EV teased before launch Our verdict The City Drival hatchback is an attempt to offer a touch of visual sportiness to customers, along with the efficient petrol-hybrid powertrain. The exclusivity of this model stands with its special body kit and limited production numbers.