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Honda Civic Hybrid 2008/2009

Honda are going in with all guns blazing with this one and the second generation model in a nice car.

Generation one(2003-2006)

Honda civic hybrid

It began back in 2003 with its 1.3 Vtec lean burn internal combustion engine. The electric motor is a brushless 15 Kw. The batteries in the Honda gen 1  are 120V Nickel-metal hydride with a 6.0 a.h capacity. This vehicle was not a plug in nor was it able to be adapted for this purpose. In the USA along with the Multimatic S continuously variable transmission a 5 spd manual was available.

2nd Generation (2006-Present Model)

Power increased to 69Kw @ 6000 rpm and the 1.3 lt engine remained basically the same with the improvement of VCM variable Cylinder management and a 3rd stage of i-Vtec. Manual trans is not available EPA increase to 40 mpg (US) (5.9 L/100 km, 16.94 km/L) city, 45 mpg (US) (5.2 L/100 km, 19.23 km/L) highway.

 		  
 

 

Honda Hybrid Stats

Engine:           1.3 L I4 SOHC
electric:          156 volt 15 kW
Transmission CVT
Wheelbase    106.3 in (2700 mm)
Length           176.7 in (4488 mm)
Width             69.0 in (1753 mm)
Height            56.3 in (1430 mm)
Fuel capacity 12.3 US gal. / 50 litres
 

Safety features Honda Civic Hybrid

  • hybrid3-Point Seat Belts at All Seating Positions
  • Front 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System
  • Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Seat-Belt Reminder
  • Adjustable Front Seat-Belt Anchors
  • Dual-Stage, Dual-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)
  • Front Side Airbags with Passenger-Side Occupant
  • Position Detection System (OPDS)
  • Side Curtain Airbags
  • Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Active Head Restraints
  • Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACET) Body Structure
  • Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
  • Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
  • Brake Assist
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
  • Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
  • Outboard Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
  • Child-Proof Rear Door Locks
  • Emergency Trunk Opener
     

The question will no doubt be asked "how does it compare with Toyota Prius?" Well in a nut shell the Civic has a more powerful petrol engine but the electric is less than Prius. Words from the experts relating to Prius second generation is that fuel economy is better than the Civic but the civic is a better car to drive . Ultimately the choice will depend on personal preferences.  For Australian readers the Civics price is $32990 AUD and has a 3year 100,000km warranty.