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Test Drive

New generation Honda Civic test drive

A small sports sedan with a pleasant appearance and moderate fuel consumption. This is the new car of Japanese origin. The lineup of Honda Civic 2019 pleased fans of economical cars with a wide variety of trim levels. Compared to competitors such as Corolla and Mazda3, this car is in an affordable price segment. Given that it is made with the latest technology.

It’s enough to mention such options as a signal about a possible collision, holding in the lane, cruise control, emergency braking when an obstacle appears. And for those who can not imagine life without gadgets, the manufacturer equipped the car with Android Auto and Apple Play.

And now more about each department of the model.

Auto design

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The external changes of the tenth generation Honda Civic were announced back in 2015 at the Los Angeles Motor Show. The front of the car received a modified bumper, optics and grille. And the false air intakes give the exterior some aggressiveness inherent in the sports car of our time.

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The original decision of the manufacturer was to put the turn signal on the connection of the bumper and the wheel arch. In profile, the model turned out in the style of fastback. The sloping roof smoothly passes into the trunk lid. It looks very impressive.

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This series of Honda Civic received two bodies - a sedan and a hatchback. Dimensions of both options are:

Dimensions, mm .: Sedan Hatchback
Length 4518 4518
Width 1799 1799
Height 1434 1434
Clearance 135 135
Wheelbase 2698 2698
Weight, kg. 1275 1320
Trunk, l 420 519

How does a car go?

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The automaker installed an unpretentious 1,5-liter turbocharged engine in the engine compartment. In conjunction with a 6-speed manual gearbox, the power unit has the necessary power reserve so that the driver feels behind the wheel of a sports car.

The car is planted on an updated platform modular plan. Its kit includes an independent suspension. MacPherson is installed in front, and multi-link in the back. This combination allows the machine to correctly corner, while maintaining lateral stability.

Specifications

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The line of European options includes models with CVT variator. During the test on the road, he was a little disappointed. However, acceleration still occurs smoothly. By the way, the car accelerates from zero to hundreds in 11 seconds. And on the mechanics, this line can be reduced to 8,2 seconds.

The European version is sold in three different powertrain trim levels. The most economical - a liter engine with a turbine (power 129 hp at 5 rpm). Further - an atmospheric combustion engine of 000 liters with a capacity of 1,6 horsepower at 125 rpm. The turbocharged 6-liter analogue produces 500 hp at 1,5 rpm. The line also has one version for America. This is a two-liter aspirated engine for 5 horses.

  5D 1.0 4D 1.6 4D 1.5 CVT
The volume of internal combustion engines, cubic cm. 988 1597 1496
engine's type inline turbocharged atmospheric inline inline turbocharged
Number of cylinders 3 4 4
Horsepower 129 at 5500 rpm. 125 at 6500 rpm. 182 at 5500 rpm.
Torque, Nm. 180 at 1700 rpm 152 at 4300 rpm 220 at 5500 rpm
Acceleration to 100 km / h, sec. 11 10,6 8,2
Трансмиссия CVT variator CVT variator CVT variator / mechanics, 6 tbsp.
Maximum speed, km / h. 200 196 220

As can be seen from the review of power plants, even the small “heart” of the car will allow you to feel its sporty “temper”.

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Thanks to the increased wheelbase (compared with the ninth generation), the space in the cabin has become a little more. What caused the positive reviews from high drivers.

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The working panel is made of plastic. But it does not look like ordinary plastic budget cars.

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The console has retained its functionality. The interior of this car is considered one of the most ergonomic and comfortable in the C3 class.

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The base seats are made of durable fabric. However, the luxury version is already equipped with perforated leatherette.

Fuel consumption

For a sedan with a weight of 1500 kilograms, developing a speed of 200 kilometers, the car is quite economical. For 100 kilometers, even a conventional atmospheric engine consumes seven liters in a combined cycle.

Drive Mode: 5D 1.0 4D 1.6 4D 1.5 CVT
City, l / 100 km. 5,7 9,2 7,9
Track, l / 100 km. 4,6 5,7 5,0
Mixed, l / 100 km. 5,0 7,0 6,2
Tank volume, l 47 47 47
Type of fuel Gasoline, AI-92 or AI-95 Gasoline, AI-92 or AI-95 Gasoline, AI-92 or AI-95

The economy of the new Honda Civic is explained by the use of aluminum elements in the body structure. Thanks to this, she became 30 kilograms lighter than her predecessor. The reliability of the machine was not affected.

Cost of maintenance

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Original parts for Japanese cars always cost more than their Chinese counterparts. However, the resource of such parts is much higher. Therefore, the driver himself can choose what he will compromise on.

Here are estimated prices for parts and some repairs.

Spare parts: Price, cu
Oil filter 5
Air filter from 7
Cabin filter from 7
Timing Belt Kit average 110
Brake pad set average 25
Anthers and shock absorber bumps (set) from 15
Replacement work:  
timing belt 36
candles with coils 5
engine oil 15
Engine diagnostics from 10
Adjustment of valves from 20

The manufacturer recommends changing the engine oil or every 15 km. run, or once a year. Valves need to be adjusted after 45 km. The cost of scheduled maintenance for every 000 km. mileage will cost about $ 15 per hour of work of the master.

Latest Honda Civic pricing

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The most popular Touring modification is equipped with shift paddles for smoother gear changes. And under the wheel arches, 18-inch alloy wheels will show off.

A model with a liter engine can be purchased for $ 24. Comparison of complete sets of Honda Civic:

  Standard (LX, LX-P ...) Luxury (Touring, Sport)
Hill start assistant + +
Wheel disks 16 17, 18
ABS + +
Media system 160 watts, 4 speakers 450 watts, 10 speakers
Dimming rearview mirror - +
Automatic climate control + two zones
Emergency braking system + +
Cruise control + adaptive
Parking sensors - +
Collision sensor - +
Lane retention system - +

The full version with a 28-liter turbocharged powertrain is sold starting at $ 600.

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A brief review showed that a car of this class retained its compactness. It has a high rate of reliability. And the lineup received a large selection of equipment. This makes it possible to choose a reliable and beautiful car at an affordable price.

And here is how all car systems work:

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