Honda Civic Hatchback – Automobiles Review

It is here! Beautiful, passionate and powerful, it bears the name Honda Civic!

2017 Honda Civic Hatchback
So, finally it is here: the new tenth generation Honda Civic. Beautiful and agile as always, the latest family member will also try to be an innovative one. How? By doing what automobile industry has been doing for decades: indeed, showing new model every single year and saying every single time that THIS IS the best model. However, there are some sweet changes and tweaks that deserve attention. Let’s check ’em out!

Exterior

2017 Honda Civic Hatchback

It is distinctive and beautiful. We have to admit that. The whole body is a bit wider and longer, compared to predecessor models, but also lower. It expresses sharp and aggressive face, along with neat lines and curves. The front end demonstrates beautifully-shaped headlights, two grille grids and overall sporty expression.

The sides continue this concept of sportiness and dynamics: they got these sweet curves at the front and rear side, but at the middle we see sharp lines and overall clean looks. Definitely a stylish decision. Also, the new style of the wheels contribute to that contemporary and badass styling. The rear resembles the front-end with the dual-grille design and the neat taillights shapes. In fact, this taillight design is far more interesting the front lamps. Connected to each other via the sporty wing, the lamps do contribute to the aggressive styling and also bring some functionality: we are pretty sure that there are some new illumination technologies and improvements incorporated.

Interior

2017 Honda Civic Hatchback

The interior shows simple, yet functional layout, additional technological features and of course, high-quality materials. In fact, Honda team also claims that this is by far the most spacious cabin on a Civic vehicle. And we tend to believe: after all driver and passengers will be dealing with a 30mm longer wheelbase, which directly results on the width of the coupe. Also, the shoulder room is increased with 10mm, while the rear seat shoulder room is longer with a total of 20mm. Also, there is a total of 95mm of legroom for the rear seat occupants and 45mm additional space for knee clearance. Sweet.

In terms of technologies, the cabin is geared with all these usual features as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, large infotainment displays, navigation and neat 180-watt 11-speaker audio system. Nice.

Drivetrain system and driver-assistive technologies

2017 Honda Civic Hatchback

The latest Civic model comes with VTEC Turbo gasoline power unit lineup and features tons of drivetrain system improvements.

In fact, the Civic hatch is the first model feature brand’s 1.0-liter three-cylinder unit and the 1.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline turbocharged engine. The first engine delivers some sweet output power, measured at 200Nm of torque between 1,700rpm and 4,500rpm and 129hp (95kW) at 5,500rpm.

The second engine, the 1.5-liter variant offers a total of 182hp (134kW) at 5.500rpm and 240Nm of torque between 1.900 and 5.000rpm. Torque for the CVT variant is increased to 220Nm.

And the assistive gadgets? Buyers and drivers will be dealing with Honda Sensing suite that includes Collision Mitigation Braking System, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Road Departure Mitigation, Lane Keeping Assist System, Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Sign Recognition, Intelligent Speed Assistance, Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control.

Source: Honda

September 19, 2016

The wait is over: 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback has been finally revealed!

Looking better than ever before!

The new model year Honda Civic Hatchback is set to arrive in the U.S. dealers this September! How exciting is that!? When this happens, the model will be the latest variant joining the renewed 10-generation line-up. Besides the striking Type R inspired appearance, the new version of the hatch will offer the convenience of five-doors, Civic’s renowned driving dynamics and company’s direct-injected turbo engine technology.

More importantly, this is the first time in these ten generations, when the Civic will be launched throughout the Unites States in its Hatchback form. So this is really big news! Since this is the sad reality, I’m sure that Americans will now plunge into the experience of driving this kind of car.

For the U.S. market the hatch will be offered in several trim levels: LX, EX, EX-L, Sport and Sport Touring. The first three trims will be powered by the 1.5-liter DOHC direct-injected turbocharged in-line 4-cylinder engine, which produces 174 horsepower (128 kW) and 220 Nm (162 lb.-ft.) of torque. Even better, the latter two trims will be available with the same unit but uprated to 180 horsepower (132 kW) and 220 Nm (162 lb.-ft.) of torque. Both trims will also feature high-flow center-mounted exhaust.

2017 Honda Civic Hatchback rear view

Not surprising at all is that the powerplant will be linked to either the CVT or the performance-inspired 6-speed manual transmission. Honda has also announced some preliminary details about the anticipated EPA fuel economy ratings: they are expected to be of 31/40/34 mpg (city/highway/combined) for CVT models.

Other Civic Hatch’s qualities are the lightweight body, updated chassis, independent suspension system with liquid filled bushings as well as the sport-tuned electronic power steering. There is of course more, which I’ll save for the original market debut. Well, just to tease you a bit, the new Civic will sport the Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies.

But besides the market debut of the 2017 Civic Hatchback in the U.S., what’s even better is that the model will serve as the basis for the exhilarating new Civic Type-R launch next year.

Source: Honda

August 15, 2016

Honda Previews Next-Gen Civic Hatchback with Geneva-Bound Prototype

Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype is being exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show, which started today. The car previews the next-generation Civic hatchback that heralds a significant step-change from the predecessors of Honda’s core model. If the design stays the same in the production model we will be in awe, for it is provocative design and rewarding driving dynamics. But we will have to wait until 2017, when the next-gen Civic Hatch will be introduced.

The Design

We all love Honda Civic Hatchback for its distinctive and sporty design. From what we see from the prototype, it takes it to the next level, making it sportier than ever. Another important detail, which contributes for the aforementioned fact is that the new production Civic will be 30 mm wider, 20 mm lower and 130 mm longer than the current generation. Bigger body usually means larger wheels, and this principle has been kept here. The wider wheels and tires speak of more aggressive stance, while the long wheelbase, short overhangs and sleek cabin area aid the dynamic exterior design.

The front of the prototype is adorned by a short overhang with large air intakes. And this is actually an interpretation of brand’s family face. In addition, the design of the LED headlights and DRLs flows from beneath the bonnet into the wheel arches, accentuating the profile design and culminating in the distinctive C-shaped LED rear lights. At the back we also see a bumper, which incorporates angular creases and vents.

New Engines Equals More Power

Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype Rear View

There are new engines that will be featured in the 10^th generation Civic Hatchback. Precisely, it will be offered with a choice of three powertrain options: 1.0-litre and 1.5-litre VTEC TURBO petrol engines (new! new! new!), and the substantially updated 1.6-litre i-DTEC diesel unit. Honda promises that they will all offer better dynamic performance, exceptional output and a fuel economy to envy. No specifics about output and torque were later disclosed.

Production Run in 2017

The good news is that the 10th generation Civic hatchback to be built in Europe and even the better one is that it will be exported globally! Honda’s production facility is based in the UK, which will be granted an investment of €270m in new production technologies and processes to prepare for the new model. From there the next-gen Civic Hatch will be exported worldwide, including the United States.

Honda Civic Hatchback Prototype is also going to make its North American debut in New York on March 22, ahead of the New York International Auto Show.