Honda Civic ( Japan: ???????? , Honda Shibikku ) is a line of cars manufactured by Honda. Originally a subcompact, the Civic has undergone several generational changes, becoming larger and more upscale and moving into the compact car segment. The EPA guidelines for vehicle size classes designate cars that have a combined passenger and cargo space of 110 to 119.9 cubic feet (3,110 to 3,400Ã, L) are considered as compact cars, and thus the tenth generation Civic sedan is technically a small-compact compact car , although still competing in the compact class. Civic coupe is still considered a compact car. The Civic is currently in between the Honda Fit and Accord.
The first Civic was introduced in July 1972 as a two-door model, followed by a three-door hatchback in September. With 1169Ã,¬Ã,¬Ã,¬Ã,ˆ ¢ â,¬â "¢ s engines, and a front-wheel drive like the British Mini, this car provides a nice interior space despite its small overall dimensions. Initially gaining a reputation as an efficient, reliable, and environmentally friendly fuel, further iterations have been known for performance and sportsmanship, especially Civic Type R, Civic VTi, Civic GTi, and Civic SiR/Si.
The Civic has been repeatedly revoked for the international market, and serves as a base for Honda CR-X, Honda CR-X del Sol, Concerto, first generation Prelude, Civic Shuttle (later Orthia), and CR-V.
In Japan, as customers are increasingly turning to minivans and compact cars like Fit, the non-hybrid Civic production ends in August 2010 when it no longer complies with Japanese government dimension regulations in the wide category. However, the Civic was reintroduced into the Japanese market with the launch of the tenth generation model by 2017.
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After a period of developing idiosyncratic cars such as the incredibly warm domestic Honda 1300, Honda considered pulling the car from manufacturing altogether in the early 1970s. However, the more conventional Civic release in 1972 immediately changed the circumstances, thanks to economics, reliability and low cost in an era of rising fuel prices. CVCC Honda's technology helped make it affordable, meeting emissions standards in the 1970s and early 1980s without expensive catalytic converters.
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First generation (1972-1979)
The first generation Honda Civic was introduced on July 11, 1972, but sold as a 1973 model in Japan. It is equipped with 1,169 cc (71.3 cm) in a four-cylinder water-cooled engine and features an electric front disc brakes, lying on vinyl bucket seats, simulated wood trims on the dashboard, as well as optional air conditioning and AM/FM radio. Civic is available as a coupe, both three and five-door hatchbacks, and five-door station wagons. Due to the 1973 oil crisis, consumer demand for fuel-efficient vehicles is very high, and since the engine can run on leaded or unleaded fuels, it gives the driver the flexibility of fuel options over other vehicles. The CVCC engine debuted in 1975 and has a head design that allows for more efficient combustion, and as a benefit the CVCC system requires no catalytic converter or unleaded fuel to meet the 1975 Environmental Protection Agency emissions standards for hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide. The Civic joined the platform expansion of a three-door hatchback, called the Honda Accord in 1976. Second generation (1979-1983) Second generation >
The second generation Honda Civic was introduced in June 1979 as a 1980 model. It was larger, had a more angular shape, and came with increased engine power. All Civic engines now use the CVCC design, which adds a 3rd valve per cylinder; this introduces spinning slim whirl technology. The basic 1335 cc engine ("1300") makes 55 hp (41 kW; 56 PS), with an optional 1488 cc engine ("1500") producing 67 hp (50 kW, 68 PS). Three transmissions are offered: a four-speed manual (on the base model), a five-speed manual, and a two-speed, semi-automatic Honda previously called "Hondamatic". The second generation Civic is offered as a three-door hatchback, four-door sedan, five-door hatchback and five-door wagon.
Third generation (1983-1987)
The third generation was released in September 1983 for the 1984 model. A separate five-door hatchback and wagon model combined into a "four-door" or "wagovan" shuttle "cart" is sometimes called colloquial as a "bread box" for its emergence, called Honda Civic Shuttle. An additional two-seat coupe style - labeled CRX - was introduced, noted for its compact and light dimensions. The third generation Civic saw the introduction of the long-running four-cylinder D series engine including the new CVCC engine 1.5ÃL (91.5 cuÃ, in). 1984 also saw the release of high-performance Si models for the Japanese market, featuring improved suspension and ZC DOHC ZC 1.6 L (97.6 cuÃ, in) engines rated at 130 PS (128 HP). The Si model is offered in the US as a 3-door Civic Si hatchback and a CRX Si variant with 91 hp (68 kW) SOHC 12-valve fuel injection engine. A 4WD engine with different transmission mounts was introduced for the first time in 1984, and then upgraded in 1987. It produced a fuel economy of approximately 28 mpg highway. The 4WD system was operated by pushbutton until it was fixed in 1987 when the rear wheels would connect automatically once the front wheel lost traction. The new system is called "Realtime" which uses a "viskous coupler" that connects two propeller shafts between the front and rear axle. The manual transmission displays a synchronized 6th gear, called "SL", or "Super-Low", which is used for high torque at very low speeds. The idea of ​​"Realtime" is still used today but includes technological improvements since the first system. Beginning with 1985, the Japanese Civic is now exclusive to Honda Primo, with variants sold at Honda Verno and Honda Clio. The four-door version called Ballade was built, under agreement, by Mercedes Benz South Africa, 1300 models, 1500, 1500i, and 1600i DOHC 1.6 injection.
Fourth Generation (1987-1991)
>In September 1987, the redesigned Civic was introduced with increased dimensions and lower hood lines. Various models and trim levels are offered for various markets around the world. The most prominent is the Japanese market SiR (featuring VTEC B16A DOHC engine). All US models feature electronic fuel injection, but the carburetor model is still available elsewhere. The fourth generation saw the introduction of fully independent rear suspension across the entire model range. In addition, Honda CRX continues to be part of the Civic family which includes the HF, DX, and Si models in the United States/four-door version called Ballade built, under the deal, by Mercedes Benz South Africa/the model is 1500 16v, 1600i 16v, and 1600 DOHC 16v. The first 800 cars produced at the new Honda Factory in Ontario Canada's Aliston are SE model cars. This Special Edition model includes all white side prints that match the white body and matching double mirror color. In body molds are wrappers around the blue line. Each car has an interior enhancement as well as chrome-tipped exhaust.
Fifth Generation (1992-1995)
Introduced in September 1991 for the 1992 model year, the redesigned Civic features enhanced dimensions, as well as a more aerodynamic style. The wagon variant is now only available in the Japanese market where previous generation wagons were carried through to 1995. The efficiency of the previous HF model was replaced by a VX hatchback which, with an EPA rating of 48/55 MPG, was the most Honda fuel-efficient model sold at the time. In North America Si displays the VTEC SOHC valve train, while VX displays VTEC-E. The Japanese displays the DOHC non-VTEC D16A9 valve train. Continuing the tradition of the original Civic SiR sportsmanship, Honda sold some similar fifth generation car variants, still called the Civic SiR, in Japan, Asia, and Europe. In South Africa, MBSA (Mercedes Benz from SA) built the Civic as a Ballade only in 4dr. The special model is 180i with B18B4, which is suitable for Ballade model. A new bodystyle is introduced with a generation called Civic Coupe, which is based off the Civic Ferio sedan, and sold in North America, Europe and Japan. The fifth generation remains popular among tuners and riders alike.
The sixth generation (1996-2000)
Introduced in September 1995 for the 1996 model, the sixth generation featured styling that was updated although less radical than the previous redesign. Suspension options and engines are available along with their first Natural Gas Powered Civic, GX. In the US, the 1996-2000 Civic model is sold under CX, DX, EX, EXR, HX, LX, and for Canada, SE, and Si trims; all basic models are made with a 1.6 liter engine. EX-CX everything SOHC (Honda D engine). CX, DX, and LX all have non-VTEC D16Y7 engines; while EX has VTEC D16Y8, and HX has D16Y5 VTEC-E. Si USDM Si and SiR Canada comes with DOHC (B16A2 VTEC). The first Civic Si coupe EM1 was introduced in 1999 until 2000. Europe saw the DOHC 1.6 VTi hatch and sedan and the DOHC 1.8L engine available for Domani linked five-door liftback and real.
Seventh generation (2001-2005)
The seventh generation was released in September 2000, for the 2001 model year. While the redesign retains the exterior dimensions of previous generations, the interior space is partially improved by using a flat rear floor so it crashed the Civic into a compact size car segment. The front suspension is converted from double wishbone to MacPherson strut, to lower costs, and allows more engine bay space for the newly introduced Honda K-series engine. Power also increases on some trim levels. The four main trim levels are DX, LX, EX, and HX. Civic Coupe is no longer sold in Japan starting with this generation.
In North America, coupes and body style sedans are available, except for Si (SiR in Canada) offered only as a three-door hatchback. The whole world received a three and five-door hatchback. Type R is redesigned and this time uses a stronger i-VTEC motor and uses a three-door hatchback-style body. This generation saw Honda introduce their first Civic Hybrid, powered by a 1.3-liter engine.
Eighth generation (2006-2011)
The eighth generation was released in September 2005, for the 2006 model year. For the eighth generation, Honda divides the model into two different platforms, one for sedans and coupes, and one for hatchback designed primarily for the European market using a simpler rear suspension than the Honda Fit and more aggressive styling. In 2006, a total of 16.5 million Civics have been sold worldwide, with 7.3 million of them in the United States. Although North American and home market models differ externally, they are mechanically identical. Hatchbacks are available as three and five doors. Si and Type R trim levels continue even though Japan's Type R and European, while sharing the same engine size, are mechanically different. In the US, an enhanced sporty version of the 4-door Civic Si tuned by the Mugen tuner is offered, featuring cosmetic changes and changes to the suspension, wheels, slightly exterior differences, and exhaust system. A model only Acura Canada receives a new nameplate, changing from Acura EL to Acura CSX. The end of this model generation also marks the hiatus of the Civic Type R in Japan, with no substitute models up to the next generation, to be sold in mid-2017.
The ninth generation (2012-2016)
North American Market
On December 13, 2010, Honda unveiled a new ninth-generation Civic sketch described as "energetic, lean and aerodynamic." Both the coupe and sedan concept are shown on January 10, 2011 at the North American International Auto Show 2011. The ninth-generation Civic production version (previewed by concept) goes on sale in the US on April 20, 2011. By the end of 2012, Honda is updating the Civic model with exterior and interior trim new for 2013.
Honda Eco Assist technology was added to most models, and became the first gasoline-powered Honda to use the technology in North America. It is an information system to help drivers adopt a more fuel-efficient driving style, and proven to improve fuel economy by about 10% for Honda hybrid vehicles in Japan.
All models are now standard with ABS (Anti-Lock Brake Systems), VSA (Vehicle Stability Assistance) and EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution). Further improvements include the new multilink rear suspension to further reduce roads on roads and highways.
Tenth generation (2016-present)
The 10th generation Civic is based on Honda's new global compact platform. This sedan was first launched in September 2015, for the 2016 model year.
The 10th generation Civic has a new fastback exterior design, with a rear C-pillar flowing into the tailgate. The front of the car has a new chrome wing design flowing at the top of the headlights.
The interior of the new Civic also has major design changes. Unlike the split bi-level speedometer and its predecessor tachometer, the EX and above the trim levels of the tenth generation Civic consolidate this instrument into a fully customizable "Driver Information Interface", incorporating a 7-inch LCD screen positioned just behind the wheel and in the driver's sight line. The LX trim instrumentation consists of a large analog tachometer that surrounds the digital speedometer and other digital displays.
Civic variants include sedan, coupe, five-door hatchback, Si trim, and R-type model.
After its launch, the new model was much highlighted by the automotive press due to poor interior and rail quality, and for the first time, failed to get a Consumer Reports recommendation. In an unprecedented step, Honda made significant interior and exterior designs the following year to address the issue, but market share in the compact car segment showed a noticeable decline from the previous generation.
International marketing and platform derivatives
While the Civic is sold in almost the same form around the world, model name differences exist between markets. In Japan, the Civic hatchback is called "Civic" while the sedan model is called Civic Ferio (Japanese: ???????? ) during the fifth generation until the seventh. The sixth generation sedan is also sold as Integra SJ. In Europe and the United States, "Civic" generally refers to any model, although in Europe the coupe is branded as "Civic Coupe". A four-door station wagon model called the Civic Shuttle (also Civic Pro in Japan) is available from 1984 to 1991 (the brand name will be revived for the mid-1990s Honda Shuttle people carrier, known in some markets as Honda Stream). In South Africa, the sedan (the only model sold there until the 1996 launch of the sixth generation sedan and hatchery) was known as the Ballade.
Model-model lain telah dibangun of platform Civic, termasuk Prelude, Ballade, CR-X, Quint, Concert, Tomorrow, CR-X Del Sol, Integra, dan CR-V.
Also, at various times, the derived Civic or Civic models have been sold by marques other than Honda - for example, Rover sells 200, 400 and 45, which are each Civic based at some point (the first 200 is the second generation Ballade, from 1990 200 and 400 based on Concerto, 400 is Domani 1995), as their predecessor, Triumph Acclaim, based on the first Honda Ballade. Honda Domani, an upscale model based on the Civic, was sold as the Isuzu Gemini in Japan (1992-2000), and confused the 5-door Domani sold as a Honda Civic (along with the "real" hatchback and Civic sedans) in Europe from 1995 to 2000. In Thailand, the sixth Generation Civic is available as a four-door Isuzu Vertex. The sixth generation station cart is sold as Honda Orthia, with Partners as a lower-class commercial variant. The seventh generation minivan model is called Honda Stream. In Canada, sixth and seventh-generation PKVs were slightly redesigned to create the Acura EL until the emergence of the eighth generation Civic, which was used to create the Acura CSX, designed in Canada. Honda Japan adopts CSX styling for Civic in its home country.
The three-door hatchback body style has been somewhat unpopular in the United States, but has achieved widespread acceptance in Canada, as well as popularity in the Japanese and European markets, helping to reinforce Honda's reputation as a sporty compact model maker. Starting in 2002, the Civic three-door hatchback has been built exclusively at the Honda plant in Swindon, England - formerly Civic/Domani five-door and Civic Aerodeck (based on Japanese Orthia) built in this factory for sale in Europe along with the Japanese Civics. Thus, all examples of current models (left or right drives, anywhere in the world) are British-made cars designed with Japanese techniques, except for a two-door built-in coupe in the US and a sedan version made in Brazil for Latin American Markets.
In North America, the Civic hatchback was dropped for 2006. The 2006 Civics standard model for North America was produced at Alliston, Ontario, Canada (sedan, coupe and Si Coupes) and East Liberty, Ohio (sedan), while the Hybrid version was produced in Japan.
In Brazil, although considered for local manufacturing since the early 1980s (it was illegal to import cars in Brazil from 1973 to 1990), the Civic was not available until 1992, through official imports. In 1997, the production of the sixth generation Civic sedan began in Sumarà ©  © (a town near Campinas, in the state of SÃÆ'â € "Paulo Pa) factory. The only difference between the Japanese model and the Brazilian model is a slightly higher ground clearance, due to road conditions and adaptation in the country to make a machine suitable for commercial Brazilian gasoline, containing about 25% ethanol (E25), and no sunroof in the sixth generation Civic EX Brazil. The seventh generation production began in 2001, replacing Chevrolet Vectra from the top selling record for the midsize sedan segment, but lost that position to the Toyota Corolla the following year. In 2006, the eighth generation was released and regained sales leadership. Synonymous with the North American version, it lacks options like a moonroof, and standard security equipment such as VSA and side and curtain airbags are removed due to lack of car safety legislation in Mercosur. Furthermore, the Brazilian subsidiary began producing flexible fuel versions for the Civic and Fit models, capable of running on gasoline mixtures (E20 to E25 in Brazil) and ethanol up to E100.
Security
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the United States has determined the Honda Civics frontal collision test ratings of various year models.
Performance test of the eighth generation Civic sedan accident has been highly rated by the NHTSA US government and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. IIHS awarded a Civic sedan with a "good" rating on frontal and side impact collision tests and listed the Civic as the second best second best car in the entire crash. The Civic coupe is considered "acceptable" in a side impact test.
The National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA) traffic accident test rating
Frontal impact:
Front side impact seats:
Side impact rear seat:
Berputar:
Australia
In Australia, 1984-2005 Citizenship is assessed in the 2006 Used Car Safety Assessment about the level of protection of its occupants irrespective of size or age.
- (1984-1987) - "much worse than average"
- (1988-1991) - "average"
- (1992-1995) - "average"
- (1996-2000) - "better than average"
- (2001-2005) - "average"
Mods and enthusiastic community
Despite being a simple car, the Civic is popular as a platform for modification and customization by an enthusiastic community. Beginning with the fourth generation and continuing through 2000, Civics has a double wishbone front suspension and rear semi-trailing rear suspension. Ready parts interchangeability allows easy engine swap (especially with the stronger B16A (Civic SI), B18C (Acura Integra GSR), and various K20 Civic motors) and many other upgrades.
The newer seventh and eighth-generation civics, now rated as compacts rather than subcompacts, remain generally attractive as tuner projects despite having additional weight (largely due to US government security credentials, such as airbags and ABS) and a higher center of gravity. Particularly disliked among the tuner community is the replacement of the front double-wishbone suspension with MacPherson struts, which provide inferior handling mainly due to the limited dynamic control of the camber's angle.
Awards
Honda Civic EX is the International Car of the Year in 2005. From 1972 to 1974, the Civic was awarded this Year's Car of Japan. In 1973, Civic was ranked third in the European Car of the Year award, the highest ranking for Japanese vehicles at the time. It was also awarded "1974 Car of the Year" in US Edition Magazine. Road Test . The Civic is the Motor Trend Import Car of the Year for the year 1980 and its 2006 Car. In 2006, Civic won the title of "Semperit Irish Car of the Year" 2007. In 1996, Automobile Magazine honored the Civic as Automobile of the Year. The Civic has been included in the list of Ten Best magazines every year six times, in 1985, 1988-91, and 1996. Civic Si was named the "Best New Sport Car" and the sedan was named "The Best New Car Economy" in the Canadian Car Year award 2006. The Civic also won the North American Car of the Year and awarded the Best Car of the Year to the November 2006 Civic Award from the Brazil Auto magazine Esporte The four-door Porsche Civic VXi won the 2007 South African Car Award.
Racing
Car racing tour
Civics have been used for racing since its introduction.
Civics contest the Up to 1300cc class at the Bathurst 1000 touring car race at Bathurst in Australia each year from 1973 to 1976, with the second best placement in the classroom in 1974 and 1976.
In recent years the Civic has been used in various racing series, especially in Japan. It is also used in touring car competitions in Europe and the United States. The Civic has been used in England in endurance series by teams such as Barwell Motorsport and Cartek Motorsport.
In 2002 JAS Motorsport entered the European Touring Car Championship (ETCC) with the Civic Super 2000 specification and was used until the World Touring Car Championship (WTCC) restarting season in 2005.
In December 2005, at the launch date of the new Civic Si 2006 in the US, R & D Honda Engineering Team completed 645 rounds in the eighth generation Civic Si coupe (FG2) to rank first in the famous E1 class '25 Hours marathon Thunderhill race. Motorists on the Honda team are Road & amp; Keep track of journalists Kim Wolfkill, Lee Niffenegger, Chad Gilsinger, Sage Marie, John Sherk, Rich Hays, Andrew Frame, Matt Staal, and Car and Driver journalist Tony Swan.
BTCC
In the UK, the Civic has been used in the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) for several years and is still very competitive. Civic Type R debuted in the 2002 season with a 'Work' team run by Arena Motorsport. Built for the BTC-T specification, it gets the third team in the manufacturer's championship. In the same year Synchro Motorsport won the BTCC Production Teams Championship with a pair of Civic Type Rs.
The 2003 season saw the Civic 'working' team secure an impressive second in the factory championship. The 2003 BTCC Production Championship team also went to the Civic again, this time at the hands of Barwell Motorsport.
That's the competitiveness of the Civic in its first two seasons, 2004 saw five teams enter the Civic, allowing the model to secure a second in the factory championship.
Although Honda's manufacturer support for BTCC ended in 2005, some teams still find success running Civics in 2005 and 2006.
For the 2007 BTCC season, Tim Halfords ran the new eighth generation Honda Civic, built with the latest S2000 rules, for Matt Neal and Gordon Shedden with limited success and continued use of the Civic into the 2008 and 2009 seasons. In 2007 and 2008, Civic allowed the team to completing the 3rd position in the Team championship, behind two teams supported by the manufacturer.
In 2010 Honda returned to BTCC as a team 'working' with Team Dynamics using Civics to win the 2010 manufacturers championship.
In 2011 the team returned with the Civic to retain the team and championship Manufacturers again with Neil and Shedden pair.
The Honda Racing team switched to the new Honda Civic ninth generation, built entirely for NGTC rules, for the 2012 BTCC season. They are the first manufacturer-backed team that announced their intention to fully run the NGTC specification. Drivers continue to be Matt Neal and Gordon Shedden, who are the 2011 and 2012 BTCC driver champions respectively. Andrew Jordan, driving for the family-run Eurotech Racing team, won the BTCC title in 2013 in their Civic NGTC, while Honda retained the factory championship. However, in 2014, Honda could not defend its title, which was won by MG.
WTCC
Honda announced plans to enter the World Touring Car Championship (WTCC) 2012 with a racer built on a five-door Euro Euro hatchback. This car is powered by a 1.6 liter turbocharged engine, developed by Honda R & amp; D, and then will race in Japan, China and Macau before two teams of cars join the 2013 championship race. Honda won the 2013 Production Championship in their first full season in the series, six races before the end of the season. However, Honda failed to defend its title in 2014, as CitroÃÆ'¡n dominated the series in their first season.
More
This car has also been used in the Touring Japan Car Championship, and won the 2011 Asia Tour Car Series. It also competes in both Touring and Super-production classes of the Touring Russia Car Championship.
Sales
In February 2015, 18.5 million Civics have been sold worldwide. With 7.3 million purchased in the United States, it has become a top seller both there and in Canada, where it has been placed No. 1 for 14 years until 2012. Recent studies show that the Honda Civic is the most popular car among the buyers' millennium cars, credited because it is cheap and small in size.
References
External links
- Civil at Honda Worldwide
- Honda Civic on Curlie (based on DMOZ)
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