Government has started evaluating the withholding tax on vehicles, including Honda City, on the basis of invoice price instead of collecting fixed amount on the basis of engine capacity.
The change in the policy was introduced by the government in budget for fiscal year 2024-25, a move that has jacked up the prices of Honda City and other vehicles in the country.
Honda City in Pakistan
Honda City, the locally built hatchback, is known for its reliability, comfort, and performance, making it one of the top choices for car buyers
The latest generation of Honda City features sharp body lines, push button start, keyless entry and others fascinating changes.
It is also equipped with automated temperature control, a loaded steering wheel, modern LED headlights, LED taillights, and the newest multimedia system.
Boasting Water Cooled 4 Stroke, SOHCi-VTEC engine, it delivers a potent combination of power and fuel efficiency, ideal for urban commutes and long drives alike.
It features airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS), and vehicle stability assist (VSA), providing safe drive on the road.
Honda City Variants
Honda City is currently available in following variants:
Honda City 1.2LS MT,
Honda City 1.2LS CVT
Honda City 1.5LS CVT
Honda City 1.5LAS CVT.
Honda City New Prices in Pakistan From July 2024
The ex-factory price of Honda City 1.2LS MT stands at 4,649,000, Honda CityLS CVT Rs4,689,000, Honda City 1.5LS CVT Rs5,439,000 and City Aspire 1.5 LAC CVT’s ex-factory price stands at Rs5,849,000.
Previously, the government collected following fixed withholding tax on the basis of the engine capacity:
| Variant | Tax for Filer | WHT for Non Filer |
| Honda City 1.2LS MT
|
Rs25,000 | Rs75,000 |
| Honda City 1.2LS CVT
|
Rs25,000 | Rs75,000 |
| Honda City 1.5LS CVT
|
Rs50,000 | Rs150,000 |
| Honda City 1.5LAS CVT
|
Rs50,000 | Rs150,000 |
As the policy has been changed, the government now collects withholding tax on the basis of the invoice price. It charges 1.5% WHT of the value on vehicles with engine capacity of 1001 to 1300cc from filers and 4.5% from non-filers. It collects 2% WHT from filers on vehicles with engine capacity of 1301 to 1600cc and 6% WHT from non-filers.
Following are the new prices of Honda City Variants with new WHT:
| Variant | New Tax for Filer | New Price for Filer | Non-Filers | New Price for Non-Filers |
| Honda City 1.2LS MT
|
70,185 | 4,749,185 | 210,555 | 4,889,555 |
| Honda City 1.2LS CVT
|
70,785 | 4,789,785 | 212,355 | 4,931,355 |
| Honda City 1.5LS CVT
|
109,380 | 5,578,380 | 328,140 | 5,797,140 |
| Honda City 1.5LAS CVT
|
117,580 | 5,996,580 | 352,740 | 6,231,740 |
All the prices include Rs30,000 in wake of Lahore destination charges.
