Overview - Best Sedan In Its Segment
Since its launch in 1973, the Honda Civic has been one of the most popular compact cars sold in America. Its success can be attributed to its consistently high level of fit and finish and an impressive reputation for reliability and low running costs.
High fuel economy, environmental awareness and engaging performance have also played a large role in making the Honda Civic a top choice for many Buyers. Honda has now come up with a refreshing New Civic, though it is not a major facelift but it looks more appealing than the outgoing model.
Design & Style Of Honda Civic
The Civic looks almost identical to the conventional sedan. Its cab-forward design pushes the passenger compartment as far to the front of the vehicle as possible. The design features bold front-end styling with a steeply raked windshield and sweeping roofline.
New Civic features all new headlamps and tail lamps alongwith new front bumper. New headlights have a smokey background finish which add to its sporty appeal. New tail lamps now feature octane designed stop lights instead of rounded ones in 2008 model. The new Curved 5 Point Metallic Front Grille and restyled Front Sporty Bumper add to a pulsating and aggressive appeal of the car.
New Civic is an excellent combination of new-age sporty design and aggressive appeal together with the cutting-edge technology. New Civic also has 2 special sport packages on offer - Inspire & Elegance. Inspire package includes front underskirt spolier, trunk spoiler,rear spoiler and side spoiler. Elegance package includes parking sensor, door visors and illuminated garnish for steps.
Interiors & Comfort Features Of Honda Civic
Inside, a two-tiered instrument panel employs a digital speedometer, fuel gauge at the top of the dashboard, right in the driver’s line of sight. The tachometer, which displays engine speed, and other gauges are housed in a lower tier behind the tilting and telescoping steering wheel. The interior includes exclusive two-tone seating.
Compared to the conventional sedan, trunk space is slightly compromised to accommodate the hybrid system’s battery pack. The batteries also preclude the split-folding rear seat found on other Civics. The audio system of the New Civic comes equipped with a USB port together with the CD player. The intelligent fuel economy indicator introduced in the new Honda Civic will enable the customers to achieve the good fuel efficiency.
Main Features Of New Honda Civic:
- Dual SRS Airbags
- ABS with EBD
- New smoke finish headlights
- New Octagonal design tail lights
- New Interior fabric/leatherette for interiors
- Chrome finish front grille
- Multiplex instrument console with eco meter
- Rear seat armrest with audio controls
- New design alloy wheels
- Dash integrated music system with AUX/USB support
- Cruise control in Automatic model
- New design front fog lamps
Engine & Fuel Efficiency Of Honda Civic
The 1.8 L i-VTEC engine in the new Honda Civic is the most advanced engine technology available in the segment. It combines Honda’s i-VTEC (Intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) technology with VTC (Variable Time Control), delivering both powerful performance and superior fuel economy. The engine generates maximum power of 132 Bhp at 6300 rpm with maximum torque of 175 Nm at 4300 rpm.
The i-VTEC regulates the opening of air-fuel intake valves and exhaust valves in accordance with engine speeds. By regulating valve opening to match engine speed, the agile i-VTEC engine adjusts its characteristics to realize both superior power and low fuel consumption. With i-VTEC engine technology, Honda is working to ensure environmental responsibility while delivering driving pleasure.
The ARAI fuel efficiency results of 15.5 km/l for Civic MT reiterates its unmatched fuel economy. In line with Honda’s mission to reduce its environment footprint, the new Honda Civic is E10 compatible and has Euro IV emission levels.
Safety Features Available Available In Honda Civic
Safety of passengers and pedestrians is a top priority for Honda and all safety equipment is standard across all variants. The Honda Civic comes fully loaded with various active and passive safety features including ABS (Anti – Lock braking system) with EBD (Electronic Brake – Force Distribution System) & Brake Assist, Dual SRS airbags and pre-tensioner seat belts.
Honda’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering Body (ACE) and G-CON (G-Force Control Technology) provide a high integrity survival zone that enhances self-protection and better compatibility in collisions with other vehicles. E10 compatible and has EIV emission levels.
Price Of Honda Civic
New Civic has been priced more or less in the same price bracket of the outgoing model. Here are the prices of New Honda Civic:
Honda Civic S MT - 11,80,000.00
Honda Civic V MT - 12,70,000.00
Honda Civic V AT - 13,44,000.00
1.8V Elegance is priced at Rs. 34,000/- (Additional, without Fog Lamps)
1.8S Elegance is priced at Rs. 50,000/- (Additional, with Fog Lamps)
1.8V Inspire is priced 69,000/- (Additional, without Fog Lamps)
1.8S Inspire is priced 85,000/- (Additional, with Fog Lamps)
Shades Available In Honda Civic
New Civic is available in five shades - Black pearl, White, Red, Silver metallic and Polished metal metallic. The all Honda Civic comes with a 2+2 year warranty and 24-hr roadside assistance as standard value for all new Civic buyers.