Honda Cars India Limited is one of the most reputed car brands in the Indian car bazaar and has been doing very well since the time it was established in the country. This company is a joint partnership between the globally acclaimed Honda Motor Company from Japan and its Indian associate, Siel Limited. This lucrative affiliation was done in December, 1995 and since then these companies have given the Indian populace some very amazing cars. Honda Motor Company bought all the shares from its Indian counterpart in year 2012 and now is a fully owned subsidiary of the Japanese multinational car maker, Honda Motor Company. They have a couple of huge manufacturing facilities in the country, which are located in the vicinity of Greater Noida that is in the state of Uttar Pradesh and the other gigantic factory in the district of Bhiwadi, which falls in the state of Rajasthan. These production facilities make some of the most refined and polished cars for the Indian car enthusiasts. All the automobiles manufactured by the Honda Cars India Limited in the country are equipped with petrol engines. The company also has plans to launch the diesel engine versions of their cars very soon in the lucrative Indian car market, which will certainly increase their market share as well as their foot hold in this segment. The company has quite a number of authorized dealerships in almost all the major cities and union territories, which are selling the incredible cars made by Honda India Cars Limited. Their fleet also includes one of the most stylish and elegant sedan in its segment, Honda Civic , which is loaded with impressive gadgets and gizmos along with a powerful petrol engine as well. The Honda Civic model line up has three manual variants and a couple of automatic trims for the Indian customers to choose from. The engine specifications are same apart from the gear box, but there are a few differences in terms of safety and comfort features , which are incorporated in this premium sedan. There is also a panoramic sunroof, which has been integrated in a couple of vairants one of which is the fully automatic variant, while the other is a manual version.
This premium sedan is equipped with a commanding 1.8-litre petrol mill that has a PGM-Fi (programmed electronic fuel injection system), which aids in enhancing the performance of this car and also makes it fuel efficient. The automatic variants of this sedan has been cleverly mated with a five speed automatic transmission with a paddle shift along with a shift lock and also a highly developed GLC (grade logic control) as well to further enhance the performance of this powerful petrol mill. While the manual versions have been coupled with a synchromesh 5-forward and 1-reverse manual transmission gear box. Some of the most interesting features that have been bestowed in this luxuriant sedan are rear parking sensors, newly designed light alloy wheels, chrome door handles, a new electric sunroof and lots of such striking comfort features along with a long list of very important safety and security aspects as well to take care of this incredible sedan and all its occupants. Honda Civic was first launched in the profitable Indian car market in year, 2006 and has been one of the top selling premium sedans from their fleet in the country. This luxury sedan has undergone a few changes as well in all these years and the latest model looks absolutely stunning with remarkable exteriors and loaded interiors. Apart from all these wonderful and interesting features of this luxury sedan, the company is also offering road assistance for all the Honda Civic buyers for four years, which is rather good. This Honda Civic petrol sedan also comes with a two year warranty that can further be extended to two more years (or 80,000 Kms) as well, which is an added advantage to the buyers.
Exteriors
The exteriors of this premium Honda Civic petrol sedan are simply superb with a by and large overall aerodynamic structure, which has some outstanding and prominent exterior aspects as well. The trendy front grille has been given quite a bit of chrome treatment on it and the company’s renowned badge has been affixed on its center. This radiator grille is perforated and neatly done up, which gives this sedan a refined and classy look. This front grille is flanked by broad headlamps, which have been fitted with high intensity Smokey head lights that are extremely radiant, which helps the driver to get a clear view of the surroundings and the roads in the dark. The front body colored bumper has been fitted with a couple of brilliant round shaped fog lamps, which add to the improved visibility of the driver. The front windscreen is made of green tinted glass and is fairly big and gives a wider view to the driver and is fitted with a couple of opposed flat blade, three speed intermittent wipers. The sides also have a few remarkable features like the door handles that are finished in chrome and the modish body colored external wing mirrors that are electrically retractable and has been integrated with side turn blinkers as well. The neatly carved wheel arches have been fitted with a set of modish five spoke, 15 inch light alloy wheels with rim size of 15 x 6J, which have been covered with tubeless radial tyres of size 195/65 R15 that have a strapping grip on the road. The side profile also have door protectors with chrome inserts and are body colored, which add to the splendor of this luxuriant sedan. The rear gets a stylish and curvy boot and a huge slanting green tinted wind screen, which has a printed antenna as well as a defogger on it. The chrome finished dual exhaust pipe finisher also adds to the sportiness of this premium Honda Civic petrol sedan.
Exterior Measurements:
The company has taken care to give a lot of space for all the occupants, so that they get a very relaxing and comfortable driving experience every time The overall dimensions of this graceful Honda Civic petrol sedan are quite roomy with an overall length of 4545mm and a total width of 1750mm, which includes the protruding external rear view mirrors as well. Then the total height of this premium sedan is about 1450mm , while the roomy wheel base is close to 2700mm, which gives a lot of space and sufficient leg room to the passengers inside. The fuel tank capacity of this arresting Honda Civic sedan is about 50 litres and the minimum ground clearance of this amazing premiun sedan is 170mm, which is quite good to glide over bad road conditions as well. The total kerb weight of manual transmission variant sedan is 12100 kilograms, while the automatic trims have an approximate kerb weight of close to 1240 Kgs and this spacious petrol sedan also has quite a big luggage compartment to store many things as well.
Interiors
The interiors of this urbane Honda Civic petrol sedan are enthralling and are loaded to the gills with highly sophisticated features. The seating arrangement is very comfortable and the lavish seats add to the comfort level. These seats are well cushioned and provides spacious leg room along with moderate head and shoulder space for all the passengers. These seats of the top end automatic variants are covered with high quality leather upholstery, which is soft and gives a very cozy feel. While the manual transmission of this model lineup has been bestowed with premium fabric upholstery. The entire insides of this luxuriant sedan is done up in a dual tone color combination of beige and black, which makes it look fantastic and captivating. The internal surfaces are made of high quality materials and are very soft and lavish, which gives this premium Honda Civic sedan a high class and aristocratic appeal. The instrument cluster is bright and has a multi-information display that consists of a trip meter, the average fuel consumption of this sedan, outside temperature display, a digital odometer and other such features as well. The 3-spoke steering wheel is tilt and telescopic adjustable according to the requirement of the driver and is wrapped in premium leather for a strong grip. The internal lighting system is quite good with a map light, a bright cabin light along with a blue colored ambient light as well. This premium sedan also has rear reading lights, front cup holders, a front console pocket to keep important things at hand, sun visor’s with vanity mirrors and a lid for both driver and the front side passenger, front seat back pockets to store some small things, front and rear adjustable sear head rests and many more such practical features.
Interior Comfort:
This is one of the top selling premium sedan's in the lucrative Indian car market and has been loaded by the company with exciting and very useful comfort features. These features include paddle shift gears for added comfort, rear parking sensors for making the parking simpler of this exquisite sedan, a cruise control features that gives the driver some time to relax while going for longer drives, a power steering for easy maneuvering of this sedan which also has mounted control buttons for enhanced comfort of the driver and a powerful and efficient automatic air conditioner with heater and ventilation that has silver finish on the vents and cools the entire cabin very quickly, a sliding front arm rest with storage and a USB interface to further augment the comfort quotient of the front passengers, a rear center armrest that further adds to the lavishness along with music system controls and a single cup holder that also has a lid, which saves anything from spilling into the car. This magnificent Honda Civic petrol sedan also has automatic unlocking of doors as soon as the ignition is turned off, a height adjustable driver seat that can be adjusted in accordance to the driver, an organ type accelerator, a foot rest, door and boot lid open warning lamp in the instrument cluster, a low fuel warning lamp, a key-in reminder notification, a seat belt as well as a head lamp ON notification lamp, which helps the driver to be alert. This premium sedan also has an integrated music system with FM radio and CD MP3 player, which also has other input options such as a USB port along with an Aux-In input option as well. This sophisticated music system also has a couple of front as well as rear speakers and a pair of tweeters along with a remote control as well, which adds to the in-cabin entertainment quotient of this premium sedan. There are a couple of trims in this model lineup that also has a panoramic sunroof, which has also been incorporated on the top and also adds to the elegance of this premium Honda Civic sedan.
Interior Measurements:
The interiors of this premium Honda Civic sedan are spacious and can accommodate five passengers with ease. The seats are very comfortable and provides the passengers with sufficient leg room along with pertinent shoulder and head space, so that all the occupants get a relaxing driving experience.
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Acceleration & Pick-Up
This stylish and graceful petrol sedan, Honda Civic comes fitted with a performance packed 1.8-litre engine, which has a SOHC (single overhead cam shaft) along with other sophisticated technologies like a PGM-Fi and i-VTEC. All these together enhances the acceleration as well as the pickup of this premium sedan and gives a very comfortable and relaxing drive to the occupants. Apart from these technologies, this immaculate Honda Civic sedan is cleverly mated with a five speed synchromesh manual gearbox, while the fully automatic version is skilfully coupled with a five speed automatic transmission with paddle shifts, which also adds to the performance of this upmarket sedan. The intelligent – variable valve timing and lift electronic control technology also augments the engine power, fuel economy as well as its overall performance. This dynamic 1799cc engine of the Honda Civic sedan takes all of 9.6 seconds to go from 0 – 100 Kmph, while the manual transmission version can attain a top speed of an incredible 206 Kmph. On the other hand, the automatic trims of this regal petrol sedan has the ability to reach a top speed of 195 Kmph, which is quite exciting.
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Engine and Performance
The engine of this premium Honda Civic sedan is a powerful 1.8-litre petrol mill that has an i-VTEC (intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) system. This petrol motor has been fitted with 4 cylinders that further have 16 valves in it along with a PGM-Fi (programmed electronic fuel injection) system , which helps this sedan in generating a healthy mileage. This petrol engine can displace around 1799cc and also has the capacity to churn out about 130bhp at 6300rpm in combination with a maximum torque output of 171.61Nm at 4300rpm. The automatic variants of this sedan has been cleverly mated with a five speed automatic transmission with a paddle shift along with a shift lock and also a highly developed GLC (grade logic control) as well to further enhance the performance of this powerful petrol mill. While the manual versions have been coupled with a synchromesh 5-forward and 1-reverse manual transmission gear box, which offers a smooth and efficient gear shifts. This power packed petrol engine has the capacity to attain a top speed of close to 195 kmph in the automatic version, while the manual transmission can attain a top speed of 206 Kmph, which is remarkable. This premium sedan can cross the 100 kmph barrier in just about 9.6 seconds from a standstill for both the versions, which is rather thrilling. The company claims that that fuel economy of the manual transmission variant is approximately 14.8 Kmpl, while, on the other hand the fuel economy of the automatic transmission version is about 13.9 Kmpl, under standard driving conditions.
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Mileage
The flawless and incredible Honda Civic sedan has been equipped with an influential petrol engine with both manual and automatic transmission options for the customers to choose from. The 1.8-litre, 1799cc, i-VTEC (intelligent – Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control), 4-cylinder engine with a five speed gearbox. The 1.8-litre petrol engine also has a PGM-FI (Programmable Electronic Fuel Injection) technology powering its fuel supply system, which helps in enhancing the engine performance with better fuel efficiency. The manual transmission variant of this impressive Honda Civic sedan is said to be generating a healthy mileage of approximately 10.8 Kmpl on the city roads, while the mileage considerably increases on the highways, where it apparently gives 14.8 Kmpl, when driven under standard conditions, which is said to make this stylish sedan, one of the most fuel efficient car in its segment. On the other hand, the company claims that the automatic variant of this urbane Honda Civic sedan offers a mileage in the range of 8.9 Kmpl to 13.9 Kmpl, which is reasonably good.
Power of Honda Civic
The company has equipped this arresting Honda Civic petrol sedan with a commanding 1799cc petrol engine . This engine has advanced technologies such as an intelligent electronic fuel supply system along with four in-line cylinders, which have been further equipped with sixteen valves. All these put together aids in generating a healthy power and torque output, which is quite impressive for the Indian road and traffic conditions. The manual as well as the automatic gear box transmission variants of this premium Honda Civic sedan have the capacity to generate about 130bhp at 6300rpm in combination with a pounding maximum torque of 171.6Nm at 4300rpm, which is rather good.
Braking & Handling
This is one of the most important and crucial part of any vehicle and the company has taken utmost care in this aspect of this Honda Civic sedan. The braking system of this premium sedan is proficient and the front wheels have been fitted with ventilated discs, while the rear wheels get disc brakes for competent braking on any road condition. Apart from these, this elegant Honda Civic petrol sedan has been incorporated with an advanced anti-lock braking system along with a sophisticated electronic brake force distribution mechanism and brake assist as well. Then again, the suspension system of this premium sedan keeps it well balanced and extremely stable. The front axle of this luxuriant sedan gets a McPherson strut type of suspension mechanism along with a coil spring and a torsion bar. On the other hand, the rear axle is fitted with a double wish bone type of a mechanism along with the similar coil spring and a torsion bar.
Safety & Security
This list of these most important and crucial safety aspects of this aristocratic Honda Civic sedan includes driver and passenger side SRS air bags, for enhanced protection in case of a crash, an ABS along with EBD and Brake Assist for proficient braking and handling, front fog lamps for better visibility, adjustable front seat belts with pre-tensioners, a security alarm system for avoiding any unauthorized entry into this sedan, a keyless entry with answer back mode for added protection , an engine immobilizer to avoid thefts, auto door locks for added security of the passengers seated inside, a rear window defogger and defroster to give the driver a clear view of the rear vehicles, all power windows with driver side getting a one touch automatic up/down window with a pinch guard, child proof locks for rear doors for better protection and safety of the children, a day and night internal rear view mirror to avoid the high beams of the other vehicles, a wave key and a dual horn as well.
Wheels
The company has fitted the flared up and neatly carved out wheel arches of this elegant Honda Civic sedan with a set of classy and robust alloy wheels. These sturdy light weight alloy rims are of size 15 x 6J and are further covered with sturdy tubeless tyres of size 195/65 R15, which have a superior road grip on any terrain. The company has also equipped all the variants of this iconic petrol sedan with a full size spare wheel, which have been fitted in the boot compartment along with a jack and other tools that help in changing the tyre.
Pros
Striking exteriors, interiors loaded with advanced and practical features, a powerful petrol engine with good pick up and acceleration.
Cons
Mileage can be made better and price is on the higher side.
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