I don't have much experience with Honda City. Just had an aspire 1.5 manual for 2 weeks in 2019 for testing (My father in laws car) as he was selling the car. After testing it extensively; I so much wanted to get that but decided against it as my tail bone & back started having moderate to severe pain despite using additional cushioning and lumbar support. (PS: I have back issues).
First I thought that may be the shocks are worn out so I took it to Honda dealership and had the car evaluated in detail...Honda has an evaluation service for used car .. I used that service .. they took almost 2 hours and inspected almost everything... they took a 10 mins drive with me as well.They said that everything is perfect.
The drive, acceleration and overall engine response was very good.
My final take is that Honda City Aspire 1.5 (Manual) is fun to drive but not recommended for people with back/lumbar spine issues.
My cousin had Honda Grace for almost 2 years..I rode with him a couple of times ... I found that slightly more comfortable than the PKDM City but still it was no where near as comfortable as our office pool cars (Corollas).