Honda Civic

Overview:

Honda Civic is arguably the most stylish sedan developed by the Japanese automaker. It is also considered to be the most desirable vehicle, thanks to its sleek body structure and a luxurious internal cabin. This sedan is being offered in several trim levels for the buyers to choose from. It is also available with two different petrol engine options namely a 1.6-litre engine and 1.8-litre motor. These power plants are available with both manual and automatic transmission gearbox option. This car maker has built this vehicle with an aerodynamic body design and embodied it with compelling cosmetics. It has trademark cosmetics like a chrome plated radiator grille, sleek a stylish headlight cluster and a sturdy set of aluminum alloy wheels. Coming to its interiors, it has a spacious internal cabin that is furnished with wide and comfortable seats. The automaker is offering all the variants in this series with a proficient music system featuring a CD player and multi-information display. In addition to this, they have aspects like automatic climate control system, power windows and keyless entry system. This vehicle is built with an ACE (Advanced Compatibility Engineering) body structure that maximizes the safety to the occupants inside. At present, the automaker has placed this stylish sedan against the likes of Mitsubishi Lancer, Toyota Corolla, and Hyundai Sonata in the Bangladesh automobile market.

Mileage and Fuel economy:

The company has incorporated a programmed fuel injection system into both the i-VTEC petrol power plants. As a result of this, its1.6-litre engine can give away a maximum mileage in the range of 13 to 16 kmpl. While the 1.8-litre petrol motor can deliver a peak mileage of around 15 Kmpl.

Power:

The entry level variants are fitted with a 1598cc engine that has 4-cylinders. It has the ability to produce a peak power of 92kW that results in a hammering torque of 151kg-m. On the other hand, its top end versions are fitted with a 1798cc engine. This engine can unleash a peak power of 104kW and generates a torque of 174kg-m.

Acceleration and Pickup:

Both the engines in this series are available with 5-speed manual and automatic transmission option. The variants, which are equipped with a 1.6-litre i-VTEC engine can breach the 100 Kmph speed mark from a standstill in approximately 13 seconds and can achieve a maximum speed of 170 Kmph. Its 1.8-litre i-VTEC motor can accelerate from 0 to 100 Kmph mark in just 10 seconds and can go up to a top speed of 180 kmph.

Exteriors:

This sedan has a skilfully designed body structure wherein its front facade has an aerodynamic stance. It is fitted with a trademark radiator grille that is decorated with a thick chrome strip featuring a company's badge embedded on it. This grille is flanked by a radiant headlight cluster that is equipped with powerful discharge headlamps along with turn indicators. Its body colored front bumper has a sporty structure that has a large air dam with perforated mesh along with a pair of fog lamps. Furthermore, there are a lot of chrome inserts given on fog lamp consoles, which gives it a majestic look. This sedan has a sleekly sculptured side profile, wherein the window frames and B pillars are treated with high gloss black. It also has conventional features like body colored door handles wing wing mirrors. The automaker is offering all the variants of Honda City with a sturdy set of aluminum wheels that emphasizes its modernistic look. Its rear profile has a dynamic stance thanks to its elegant taillight cluster, which is powered by powerful brake lights and turn indicators.

Exterior Measurements:

This manufacturer has built this luxury sedan with a length of 4525mm along with a wheelbase of 2670mm. Its an overall height of 1435mm and a generous ground clearance of just 150mm. However, it is built with a total width of 1755mm, which offers good shoulder space to the occupants inside.

Interior:

This luxury sedan has a spacious internal cabin with dual tone color scheme, which is further complimented by brushed metallic inserts. It has an unique design dashboard with elegant center fascia that gives its cabin a majestic look. Its instrument cluster has an analogue meter along with a 5-inch LCD screen that displays outside temperature, odometer and audio track. Furthermore, there is an intelligent multi-information screen that is incorporated with several warning lamps and meters. The seating arrangement is quite good with excellent thigh and back support, which eventually provides a fatigue free travelling experience. The company has covered these seats with good quality fabric upholstery, which gives a plush appeal to the cabin. Its dashboard is also fitted with an attractive three spoke steering wheel that has metallic and chrome accents. In addition to this, it is also mounted with illuminated multi-functional control switches that adds to the convenience.

Interior Comfort:

The automaker is offering this vehicle in several trim levels. The base variant of Honda Civic is blessed with aspects like power assisted steering, electrically operated windows and a keyless entry function. This variant is also blessed with a proficient automatic climate control system that helps to regulate the air temperate inside. Beside these, its top end variants are fitted with aspects like paddle shifter, smart keyless entry function and rain sensing wipers. In addition to these it also has cruise control function, which eventually minimizes the efforts required to drive this sedan.

Interior Measurements:

This sedan's decent boot storage capacity can be increased thanks to the rear split folding bench seat. It is also fitted with a massive fuel tank that helps to plan a longer trip.

Engine and Performance:

The entry level variants are fitted with a 1.6-litre i-VTEC petrol engine that has programmed fuel injection technology. It is based on SOHC valve configuration featuring 4-cylinders that displaces 1598cc. This engine has the ability to unleash a peak power of 92kW at 6500rpm and yields a pounding torque of 151kg-m at 4300rpm. While its top end variants are equipped with a 1.8-litre I-VTEC petrol engine tht is also based on same configuration like its 1.6-litre mill. This motor can produce 104kW of peak power at 6500rpm, while yielding a mammoth torque of 174kg-m at 4300rpm. The automaker is offering both these engines with an option to choose between five speed manual and automatic transmission gearbox option.

Stereo and Accessories:

All the variants in this series are equipped with an advanced music system that has a CD player and an intelligent multi-information display. Furthermore, it also has a USB port and Aux-In socket. At the same time, the audio control switches have been equipped on the steering wheel, which further enhances the convenience. Furthermore, it is also equipped with a rear view camera including back sonar that eases the driver's efforts to park the vehicle. Beside these, buyers can incorporate a various other equipments like a touchscreen infotainment unit along with navigation system. In addition to these, individuals can also incorporate a surround sound system for enhanced entertainment.

Wheels:

This Honda Civic model series is blessed with a set of 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels. These are covered with high performance radial tubeless tyres of size 205/55 R16. On the other hand, one can opt for a set of multi-spoke design alloy wheels, which enhances its elegance.

Braking and Handling:

This sedan is incorporated with an advanced rack and pinion based power assisted steering system that offers superior response and minimizes the efforts required by the driver. Its rear wheels are fitted with solid disc brakes and paired its front wheels with ventilated disc brakes. These are assisted by anti-lock braking system, which augments agility and braking mechanism of this sedan.

Safety and Security:

This model series is blessed with several crucial protective aspects, which provides good protection to the vehicle and to the occupants as well. It is built with ACE body structure that has, which is specifically designed to enhance the self-protection and to minimize the damage to other vehicles. It is incorporated with important protective aspects like dual front SRS airbags, three point seat belts, anti lock braking system, security alarm system, vehicle stability assist, and an engine immobilizer.

Pros:

1. External appearance is quite stylish.
2. High safety standards are its big plus point.
3. Cost of running is very affordable.

Cons:

1. Color scheme of interiors can be better.
2. Comfort features are not as good as other contenders.
3. Low ground clearance can be a problematic.