2013 Honda Civic

As previously reported, celebrated at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2011 is already the ninth-generation Civic, Honda's world premiere. Until the launch, interested parties must still wait a bit, the most important information (motors, prices, etc.) and first driving impressions, we can now deliver even.

2013 Honda Civic

Design
In Japan, the Civic-Story began in 1973. Seven years later, he was then to have in Austria. Since then, he always made use of the athletic department in the compact car buyers. Since the last generation was then added a futuristic touch, which also characterizes the current model. Although at first glance, the new 2013 Honda Civic as seen, but if he stands right next to its predecessor, the differences are greater than assumed. The new front looks slightly more harmonious now, has not lost her keen eye, however. Even the extreme wedge shape and the hidden rear door handles of the portals has kept the Honda Civic. At the rear is mainly the spoiler. He shares the rear window in two parts and is also home to the brake light.

Space, motors and driving impression
Despite the sporty lines of the Japanese offers one of the best places on offer in its class. Even adults are housed in the rear very comfortable. The boot capacity of 477 liters already marked the peak value in the segment. In addition, the storage capacity easily extensible. Only the high sill less pleased about. For the Civic shines with its flexibility. Thus, the seats are folded the second row at the movies up. Then you can even bring a mountain bike (standing) at. Why, this project has yet copied from any other manufacturer, remains a mystery. The cockpit is again divided into two levels this purpose moved the start button to the right (where it belongs). On the left side next to the instruments in the new model, there is a green eco-button, which include the power is reduced to save fuel.

When the engines, the choice is not too large. There are only two petrol and one diesel, all zulegten the performance a little. The petrol engines deliver 100 horsepower (1.4 i-VTEC, 13 seconds, 187 km / h, 5.4 l/100 km) and 142 hp (1.8 i-VTEC, 8.7 seconds, 190km / h, 5 , 8l/100km) and will be turned properly to get moving. That's because of the crisp but fun circuit may be in the long run but also exhausting. Finally, the noise level and fuel consumption are suffering equally. For the more powerful gasoline engine, there is an additional charge, a five-speed automatic. This turned out to be because of the as achieve better choice. The 2.2 liter engine now makes 150 hp and a torque of 350 Nm. This accelerates the 4.30 meter long Civic in 8.3 seconds to 100, a top speed of 217 km / h However, the car achieved a fuel consumption of just 4.2 liters per 100 kilometers. Although in practice, a hiss and a half liters more diesel through the injectors, which are given the necessary power but can still be seen.

Although the new still steers precise and agile moves through curves, it is clearly designed more comfortable than its predecessor. This Honda has done a really good job. Who wants to buy a petrol engine, should wait about a year. Because then, Honda relies on downsizing engines with small displacement and turbocharging. Early 2013 will be submitted later even a small 1.6 liter diesel with 100 hp.

2013 Honda Civic

Consumer Reports Gives the Honda Civic Si a “Recommended” Rating

Just when Honda announced it is developing a revised Civic for the 2013MY that will be launched in the U.S. in late 2012, Consumer Reports, the publication that started the storm of negative publicity on Honda’s compact model, has awarded the Si version with a “Recommended” on its latest report.

CR still stands by its original verdict on the base 2012 Civic when it stated, “while other models like the Hyundai Elantra have gotten better after being redesigned, the Honda Civic has dropped so much that now it ranks near the bottom of its category.”

The difference is that the model tested this time is the sportier Si version fitted with the more powerful 2.4-liter engine. According to the test results, it earned a notably better score than the basic model and as a result, CR says it now recommends the Si.

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Consumer Reports Gives the Honda Civic Si a “Recommended” Rating

Just when Honda announced it is developing a revised Civic for the 2013MY that will be launched in the U.S. in late 2012, Consumer Reports, the publication that started the storm of negative publicity on Honda’s compact model, has awarded the Si version with a “Recommended” on its latest report.

CR still stands by its original verdict on the base 2012 Civic when it stated, “while other models like the Hyundai Elantra have gotten better after being redesigned, the Honda Civic has dropped so much that now it ranks near the bottom of its category.”

The difference is that the model tested this time is the sportier Si version fitted with the more powerful 2.4-liter engine. According to the test results, it earned a notably better score than the basic model and as a result, CR says it now recommends the Si.

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Updated 2013 Honda Civic Coming Late Next Year, Company Says it Expects to Improve Sales

With less than two weeks to go before the year’s end, we can safely say that one of the biggest disappointments of 2011 was the ninth generation of Honda’s U.S.-market Civic. Launched in April as a 2012 year model, the new Civic was criticized for its drop in quality and was even removed from Consumer Reports’ “Recommended” list.

Honda Motor CEO Takanobu Ito took personal responsibility for the new Civic's poor performance. And now, the company's executives confirm earlier reports that Honda is rushing back to the drawing board much earlier than originally anticipated.

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Updated 2013 Honda Civic Coming Late Next Year, Company Says it Expects to Improve Sales

With less than two weeks to go before the year’s end, we can safely say that one of the biggest disappointments of 2011 was the ninth generation of Honda’s U.S.-market Civic. Launched in April as a 2012 year model, the new Civic was criticized for its drop in quality and was even removed from Consumer Reports’ “Recommended” list.

Honda Motor CEO Takanobu Ito took personal responsibility for the new Civic's poor performance. And now, the company's executives confirm earlier reports that Honda is rushing back to the drawing board much earlier than originally anticipated.

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Honda Starts Production of New European Civic Hatch at Swindon Plant

Honda revealed today the it has begun rolling out the new Civic at its UK plant in Swindon, which returned to its normal production rates after a disruption due to lack of parts caused by the Thai floods. .

Honda Starts Production of New European Civic Hatch at Swindon Plant

Honda revealed today the it has begun rolling out the new Civic at its UK plant in Swindon, which returned to its normal production rates after a disruption due to lack of parts caused by the Thai floods. .

Surprise: Canada's Most Stolen Vehicle is the 2009 Toyota Venza, Pontiac Aztec Makes Top 10

Who would have ever guessed that car thieves in Canada have a thing for the Toyota Venza? Yet, the 2009 model year version of Toyota's crossover topped the Insurance Bureau of Canada’s [IBC] top 10 most frequently stolen vehicles this year. 
The 2009 Venza takes the crown from the 2000 Honda Civic SiR Coupe that was last year’s number one stolen vehicle but dropped to third place in 2011, just below the 1999 Honda Civic SiR Coupe.
The Japanese carmaker's models prove to be very popular among Canadian thieves as the 1998 and 1999 Acura Integra Coupe also made the list taking the 9th and 10th spot respectively.
In between, you will find the 2006 and 2007 Ford F350 trucks, the 2002 Cadillac Escalade, the 2006 Chevy Traillblazer and –wait for it- the 2001 Pontiac Aztec…
IBC said that many of the stolen vehicles are showing up in the local market and are not necessarily being exported out of Canada.
“Consumers need to be aware when they’re in the market for used vehicles or parts,” said Rick Dubin, Vice-President, Investigative Services, IBC.
"We’re doing a good job of stopping stolen vehicles at the ports. Our data indicate that we are not seeing many of these vehicles there. We have to conclude that stolen vehicles are being re-sold locally. But because the stolen vehicles are in these local markets, buyers need to be careful,” Dubin added.


The top 10 most frequently stolen vehicles in Canada are:

1. 2009 Toyota Venza 4-door
2. 1999 Honda Civic SiR 2-door
3. 2000 Honda Civic SiR 2-door
4. 2006 Ford F350 Pickup Truck 4WD
5. 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT 4-door AWD
6. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer SS 4-door 4WD
7. 2007 Ford F350 Pickup Truck 4WD
8. 2001 Pontiac Aztek 4-door AWD
9. 1998 Acura Integra 2-door
10. 1999 Acura Integra 2-door

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Surprise: Canada's Most Stolen Vehicle is the 2009 Toyota Venza, Pontiac Aztec Makes Top 10

Who would have ever guessed that car thieves in Canada have a thing for the Toyota Venza? Yet, the 2009 model year version of Toyota's crossover topped the Insurance Bureau of Canada’s [IBC] top 10 most frequently stolen vehicles this year. 
The 2009 Venza takes the crown from the 2000 Honda Civic SiR Coupe that was last year’s number one stolen vehicle but dropped to third place in 2011, just below the 1999 Honda Civic SiR Coupe.
The Japanese carmaker's models prove to be very popular among Canadian thieves as the 1998 and 1999 Acura Integra Coupe also made the list taking the 9th and 10th spot respectively.
In between, you will find the 2006 and 2007 Ford F350 trucks, the 2002 Cadillac Escalade, the 2006 Chevy Traillblazer and –wait for it- the 2001 Pontiac Aztec…
IBC said that many of the stolen vehicles are showing up in the local market and are not necessarily being exported out of Canada.
“Consumers need to be aware when they’re in the market for used vehicles or parts,” said Rick Dubin, Vice-President, Investigative Services, IBC.
"We’re doing a good job of stopping stolen vehicles at the ports. Our data indicate that we are not seeing many of these vehicles there. We have to conclude that stolen vehicles are being re-sold locally. But because the stolen vehicles are in these local markets, buyers need to be careful,” Dubin added.


The top 10 most frequently stolen vehicles in Canada are:

1. 2009 Toyota Venza 4-door
2. 1999 Honda Civic SiR 2-door
3. 2000 Honda Civic SiR 2-door
4. 2006 Ford F350 Pickup Truck 4WD
5. 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT 4-door AWD
6. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer SS 4-door 4WD
7. 2007 Ford F350 Pickup Truck 4WD
8. 2001 Pontiac Aztek 4-door AWD
9. 1998 Acura Integra 2-door
10. 1999 Acura Integra 2-door

PHOTO GALLERY

Surprise, Surprise: Canada's Most Stolen Vehicle is the 2009 Toyota Venza, Pontiac Aztec Makes Top 10

Who would have ever guessed that car thieves in Canada have a thing for the Toyota Venza? Yet, the 2009 model year version of Toyota's crossover topped the Insurance Bureau of Canada’s [IBC] top 10 most frequently stolen vehicles this year.

The 2009 Venza takes the crown from the 2000 Honda Civic SiR Coupe that was last year’s number one stolen vehicle but dropped to third place in 2011, just below the 1999 Honda Civic SiR Coupe.

The Japanese carmaker's models prove to be very popular among Canadian thieves as the 1998 and 1999 Acura Integra Coupe also made the list taking the 9th and 10th spot respectively.

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Surprise, Surprise: Canada's Most Stolen Vehicle is the 2009 Toyota Venza, Pontiac Aztec Makes Top 10

Who would have ever guessed that car thieves in Canada have a thing for the Toyota Venza? Yet, the 2009 model year version of Toyota's crossover topped the Insurance Bureau of Canada’s [IBC] top 10 most frequently stolen vehicles this year.

The 2009 Venza takes the crown from the 2000 Honda Civic SiR Coupe that was last year’s number one stolen vehicle but dropped to third place in 2011, just below the 1999 Honda Civic SiR Coupe.

The Japanese carmaker's models prove to be very popular among Canadian thieves as the 1998 and 1999 Acura Integra Coupe also made the list taking the 9th and 10th spot respectively.

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Acura CSX: Canada's Posh Honda Civic Sedan

As some of you readers rightly pointed out in our post on the upcoming 2013 Acura ILX compact sedan, the TSX is not Acura's cheapest offering in North America. This dazzling title goes to the Canadian market CSX.

It doesn't take much to see that the CSX and the previous, eighth generation of the Honda Civic sedan are one and alike minus some discreet styling changes at the front and at the rear, and a more posh interior with all the extras ticked.

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Acura CSX: Canada's Posh Honda Civic Sedan

As some of you readers rightly pointed out in our post on the upcoming 2013 Acura ILX compact sedan, the TSX is not Acura's cheapest offering in North America. This dazzling title goes to the Canadian market CSX.

It doesn't take much to see that the CSX and the previous, eighth generation of the Honda Civic sedan are one and alike minus some discreet styling changes at the front and at the rear, and a more posh interior with all the extras ticked.

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1999 Honda Civic Coupe "Converted to a 2011 BMW M3"

We know what some of you may be thinking upon viewing the pictures, and to answer your first question, no, this is not Acura's upcoming ILX luxury compact model that is slated to debut in Detroit in January. Instead, it's one of those bizarre creations we occasionally find over at the crazy world of Craigslist.

Much like the Saab 900S Convertible turned into a Cadillac of some sorts that we showed you last week, this 1999 Honda Civic Coupe is supposed to resemble a BMW.

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1999 Honda Civic Coupe "Converted to a 2011 BMW M3"

We know what some of you may be thinking upon viewing the pictures, and to answer your first question, no, this is not Acura's upcoming ILX luxury compact model that is slated to debut in Detroit in January. Instead, it's one of those bizarre creations we occasionally find over at the crazy world of Craigslist.

Much like the Saab 900S Convertible turned into a Cadillac of some sorts that we showed you last week, this 1999 Honda Civic Coupe is supposed to resemble a BMW.

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2012 Honda Civic Type R MUGEN 2.2 Reviews

2012 Honda Civic Type R MUGEN 2.2 has been released. Honda made this car enthusiasts will see how the factory modifications to the standard type of honda civic 2012. Honda has released Honda Civic Type R MUGEN 2.2 and Mugen’s Euro division has grown the the engine’s cylinder bore and stroke and created an overall capacity of two,156 cc. By doing this the output was boosted from 240 to 260 PS while peak torque has become 240 Nm at 6,000 rpm, meaning the Honda Civic Type R MUGEN 2.2 is 30 percent more potent than the standard model.

As well as that the vehicle has the previous motor-sport-derived features, meaning a tuned suspension, upgraded brakes and an aggressive looking bodykit.

Honda's brand-new 2012 Civic Hatch is just around the corner, which means it's time for one last special-edition performer: the Civic Type R Mugen 2.2.

Developed by Honda's UK arm and Mugen Euro, the Civic Type R Mugen 2.2 has had its bore and stroke increased, boosting power to 195kW - a 30 percent boost over the regular CTR. Peak torque is listed at 240Nm, up from 193Nm.

The new car also represents a small leap over the European-market 20-car Mugen 2.0 variant, which produces 180kW.

Oddly enough, four of the 20 Mugen 2.0 CTRs remain unsold, and may gain the new engine as a result (or a lower price).

How many of the bigger-engined CTR Mugen 2.2 cars will go into production is unclear, with Honda still finalising numbers and pricing.

2012 Honda Civic Type R MUGEN 2.2

2012 Honda Civic Si Sedan, Couple, Hybrid & Ex L Reviews

New Honda Civic Sedan 2012 Reviews. New 2012 Honda Civic has been released. Honda civic generation 9 emphasizes improving fuel economy across the board, from hybrid sedan to the sporty Si model. Released a new Honda Civic for model year 2012 to battle ambitious entries like the Ford Focus and Hyundai Elantra. In addition to the conventional sedan and coupe models, the Civic sedan 2012 will offer only 41-mpg sedan hybrid HF model, a model of natural gas, and the Si coupe and sedan.

2012 Honda Civic Si Coupe

MSRP: $15,605 - $24,050
MPG Range: 31 - 44 mpg
Body Style: Coupe, Sedan

Honda Civic Si
Honda Civic Si model, living in model year 2012, with six-speed manual transmission and new engines new. Replacing the 197-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine produces 139 pounds-feet of torque is the 2.4-liter unit with 200 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque. As with all 2012 Civics, styling on the new model is very similar to the car out, but nothing changes. A lower grille appears more aggressive in the new Si and carve more aggressively on the side panel. Fuel economy by 2012 Civic Si, up from 21/29 mpg city highway / to 31 mpg on the highway for cars of 2012. City mileage on all models has not been announced.

2012 Honda Civic Si Sedan

41-MPG Civic HF Model (New)
Chances are inspired by the 40-mpg Hyundai Elantra and 42-mpg Chevrolet Cruze Eco, Honda brought back the HF trim on the Civic. For model year 2012, this means that 41 mpg on the highway and, as with the volume of the Civic model, a five-speed automatic transmission and 140-horsepower 1.8-liter four-cylinder. Most models of the Civic will be equipped with Honda's so-called ECO Assist technology, which gives drivers feedback that can help improve efficiency. HF model will only be offered on the sedan.

45-MPG Civic Hybrid
Major changes to the Civic Hybrid for model year 2012. No, it still falls far short of the Toyota Prius' 50 mpg combined, but a combined score of 45-mpg Civic Hybrid 2012 is well above 41 mpg combined model of 2011. Nickel metal hydride hybrid battery is gone, replaced by lithium-ion batteries. Machinery has increased in size, from 1.3 to 1.5 liters, while a combined gas power and the engine at 110 horsepower. A CVT is a transmission only here. The Civic Hybrid is distinguished from other Civics 2012 by the turn signals integrated into side mirrors and a piece of blue horizontal trim on the unique front grille. The Civic GX natural gas will continue to be offered, and Honda said that he received 7 percent increase in fuel economy.

2012 Honda Civic Hybrid

Civic Sedan and Coupe
Civic maintain a 140-horsepower 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine for his 2012. With five-speed automatic, non-HF model is expected to reach 39 mpg on the highway, 3-mpg increase from 2011 model. Honda will not confirm the information in the manual transmission model, but we would not be surprised if the five-speed manual transmission is the transition from model year 2011, with highway fuel economy to 38 mpg hit.

2012 Honda Civic Reviews