The modern Civic is exotic, because few people like the idea of buying a C-class car for the price of a business sedan. But the model of the previous generation was in enviable demand, although it had a number of unpleasant weaknesses. Let's figure out where to look for the catch.
A bit of history
Civic in the eighth generation is two in one. Well, tell me, where else can you find a model in which the sedan and hatchback are so different from each other? This dissimilarity is explained by the fact that the design of the sedan and hatchback were created by different designers - Motoaki Minova and Manabu Konaka, respectively. Both of them completed their work in 2003, but body modifications only entered the conveyor in 2005.
Of course, the "five-door" has a more futuristic appearance and seems like a spaceship against the background of strict European classmates. The sedan also smells of Japanese hi-tech much stronger than its rivals, but next to the hatchback it looks much softer and not so aggressive.
They assembled versions of the model around the world, in total a dozen and a half factories were involved. A hatchback with a factory index 5D was brought to us from a factory in England, and sedans came from Japan until 2008, after which the “four-door” settled on Turkish shores.
The cars had quite a few engines, but only two of them were officially delivered to Russia - a 1.8-liter benzy new motor with a capacity of 140 "horses", equipped with a manual or robotic gearbox. An alternative 2-liter unit was installed only on a "charged" version of the hatchback with three doors and the Type-R index. To him in the kit was a non-alternative "mechanics".
It is also necessary to mention hybrids equipped with a 1.3-liter engine and an electrical installation paired with a variator, which were imported to our country mainly from the USA. Plus, a very small number of hatchbacks with a 2.2-liter diesel came to us from Europe.
Offers on the market
There are a lot of cars on the "secondary". Prices for the eighth generation start at over three hundred thousand rubles and end at the mark of eight hundred thousand rubles. Now the new generation costs from a million rubles.
Slightly more than 70% of cars on the market are sedans, the rest, as you might guess, are hatchbacks. Of these, about 75% are equipped with an automatic transmission. And by the way, hybrids (which is surprising) are rare on the market - every tenth car! There are only a few “charged” Type-R copies throughout the country, and even fewer diesel engines from Europe.
Average prices for Honda Civic
Engine
The main unit with a volume of 1.8 liters (R18A2) can withstand up to a “capital” of 250,000 km “easy”. There are no turbines and complex injection systems here, the Japanese did not remove excessive power from it, and its settings are frankly not driver's.
Timing chain and belt attachments do not have replacement regulations, but, according to mechanics, you need to worry about this closer to 200,000 km and 150,000 km, respectively.
Here are the candles official dealers need to be changed every 15,000 km. There is a way out so as not to make a replacement more often than 120,000 km: put more expensive iridium ones.
But check if your car has passed a series of service actions. On some instances, the water pump pulley bolts were changed for free, and on sedans manufactured in Turkey in 2008-2009, the main cooling radiators were changed at the expense of the manufacturer.
Call any dealer and they will tell you by your VIN number if your car needs any service action. Dealers do not have reliable statistics on other motors due to their low prevalence. Type-R and diesel are rarely seen on our roads, and hybrids are rarely serviced by dealers, since they were not officially sold with us and the craftsmen have no experience with them.
Silence is rarely demanded of a sports car, but the 2.0-liter 201-horsepower unit “noises” even up to 3,000 rpm, when there is neither the opportunity nor the desire to drive. Type-R quickly makes it clear that the first- false, and the secondbriefly- the passenger will instantly begin to rock.
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Transmission
The clutch in the manual gearbox is quite tenacious, 150,000 km for discs and baskets with careful driving is not the limit. An oil change in the "mechanics" is provided every 60,000 km. In rare cases, on machines before 2009, shaking was noted when first gear was engaged. A design flaw, according to the company. But these are trifles, the automatic transmission has much more problems.
The Honda team preferred the robotic “mechanics” to the classic “hydromechanics”, with the same gearbox and friction clutch, but with an electronic control unit and actuators. To keep the clutch discs intact for 100,000 km, at a traffic light, you must remember to switch the selector to the neutral position. Those who neglected this simple rule, in some cases, could "kill" the box even for 10,000 km - there were precedents. By the way, the oil in the “robot” needs to be changed at least once every 45,000 km.
Due to the rigid suspension on the Type-R, which does not allow either longitudinal or transverse buildup, even the driver begins to rock. The ragged rhythm of movement especially emphasizes the lack of smoothness. When setting up the suspension, Honda engineers did not even think about it ...
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Suspension
The rear suspension sedan and hatchback differ as dramatically as their appearance. In front, both of them have wheels suspended on McPherson, but behind the sedan there is a multi-link, and the hatch has an elastic beam. There are problems with this beam: the metal is surprisingly soft and bends easily, so a small blow with a stone from the road - and an expensive part goes for replacement. However, it can be corrected at non-branded service stations.
There is a problem with another expensive node - a steering rack with electric power. Very often it starts to knock, but even during the warranty period, the owners were denied replacement or repair - design feature dealers assured. The specification specifies allowable backlashes that do not affect safety and control. But it is imperative to diagnose the rail, because a new one costs truly cosmic money.
If when you turn the steering wheel you hear not a knock, but a creak - it's time to change thrust bearings. Most often this should be done at about 80,000 km. The lower arm in the front suspension can withstand the same amount.
But not everything is so sad under the bottom: shock absorbers, for example, are extremely reliable. 150,000 - 200,000 km on normal roads, they withstand with a bang. brake pads change approximately every 30,000 km, and brake discs- every 60,000 km.
Body and interior
Civic interior- like scenery from fantasy movie about alien invaders. But the one who is at the helm of the Civic does not have to have a dozen tentacles or be fluent in telekinesis: the Honda designers made sure that everything the pilot needed was at arm's length from him.
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electrical equipment
On the electrical part of the Civic main disadvantage- Weak battery. Its lifespan is on average about two years. Especially often it fails in the winter. There were cases when, in frost, after starting the engine, the owners turned on the interior heaters to the maximum, all external and external lighting and the car instantly “drank” the entire battery and simply stalled out of the blue. Therefore, advice: if the previous owner did not change the battery to a new one, in hard frost, after starting, do not turn on all lighting and heating devices at once, but gradually, as the engine warms up.
The troubles include "wipers", which can freeze in absolutely any position during operation. The oxidized contacts on the wiper motor are to blame. The problem can be solved either by replacing the motor (which is most often offered by dealers), or by cleaning the contacts (which can be done at any service).
The cost of maintenance at official dealers
We consider the costs for passing a technical inspection at dealers for a 1.8 liter engine.
maintenance regulations- every 15,000 km or 1 year.
| Mileage | List of works | Cost of works and spare parts, rub. |
| TO-1 15,000 km | 7 800 | |
| TO-2 30,000km | Oil change and oil filter, air filter and spark plug replacement | 12 700 |
| TO-3 45,000 km | Changing oil and oil filter, changing spark plugs, brake fluid and oils in the "robot" | 14 100 |
| TO-4 60 000 km | Changing the oil and oil filter, changing the air filter and spark plugs, changing the oil in the manual gearbox | 16 000 |
| TO-5 75,000 km | Changing oil and oil filter, changing spark plugs | 7 800 |
| TO-6 90 000 km | Changing the oil and oil filter, changing the air and fuel filters, changing spark plugs, brake fluid and oil in the "robot" | 26 900 |
And don't forget that dealers offer 25-40% discounts on work for out-of-warranty cars and 10-15% on spare parts.
Prices for some parts
(1995-2000);
Honda Civic VII (2000-2006);
Honda Civic VIII (2006-2012);
| Honda Civic | |
| Specifications: | |
| body | Four-door sedan |
| Number of doors | 4 |
| number of seats | 5 |
| length | 4545 mm |
| width | 1755 mm |
| height | 1435 mm |
| wheelbase | 2675 mm |
| front track | 1505 mm |
| rear track | 1530 mm |
| ground clearance | 150 mm |
| trunk volume | 440 l |
| engine layout | front transversely |
| engine's type | 4-cylinder, gasoline, injection, four-stroke |
| engine capacity | 1799 cm3 |
| Power | 142/6500 hp at rpm |
| Torque | 174/4300 N*m at rpm |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| KP | five-speed automatic |
| Front suspension | independent |
| Rear suspension | independent |
| shock absorbers | hydraulic, double acting |
| Front brakes | disc, ventilated |
| Rear brakes | disk |
| Fuel consumption | 6.7 l/100 km |
| maximum speed | 200 km/h |
| years of production | 2012-present |
| type of drive | front |
| Curb weight | 1200 kg |
| acceleration 0-100 km/h | 10.7 sec |
With regard to the Civic, a three-volume body still looks preferable: the base of the sedan is 8 cm longer than that of the hatchback, and therefore the sofa passengers have more legroom. In addition, the sedan has a more spacious trunk "by default" - that is, in a five-seat interior configuration. Finally, the sedan is much better prepared for the torture of our roads: it has an amazingly comfortable and at the same time quite energy-intensive suspension. However, the most important advantage of 4D is the price: other things being equal, a Turkish sedan is 50 thousand cheaper than an English hatchback. A non-trivial and extremely spectacular appearance is forte"Civica-5D". True, because of her, the designers had to surrender themselves to the power of compromises: narrowed side windows and the “embrasure” of the fifth door divided into two parts treacherously violated visibility. And yet, despite its objective shortcomings, we like the hatchback more: it has a more solid interior, better handling and ample opportunities for transforming the trunk. The only question is what warms your soul more: the saved fifty thousand or an outwardly interesting car with a noble interior trim. As befits a car of Japanese origin, "Civic" involves a choice of fixed configurations. The base "Comfort" is only available for the sedan. In principle, even this version is equipped quite well: it has air conditioning, radio, power windows and heated mirrors. Honda did not stint on safety equipment either: the Civic is rich in six airbags, ABS, ESP, hill start assist systems and a tire pressure sensor. If you are satisfied with the "mechanics", then it is such a car that can be considered the optimum. But if an indispensable attribute modern machine is “automatic” for you, then you will have to fork out at least for the Lifestyle version. By itself, such a car is 50 thousand more expensive, and another 30,000 rubles should be paid extra for the automatic transmission. But you get alloy wheels, an alarm system, fog lights, climate control, a rain sensor and a USB audio connector. In addition, it is with the Lifestyle configuration that the hatchback begins. For those who are ready to shell out another 50 thousand, the Japanese will offer the Civic in the performance of Executive-AT. Such a car is even more convenient in small things, but of the really useful things there is only xenon and a rear-view camera. At the same time, it is easy to see that at a price such a Honda is already close to middle-class cars.
Engines:
1.8 (142 HP)
Subsequent generations: No
Ageless Japanese symbol automotive industry, "Honda Civic" has been pleasing motorists around the world for more than forty years. Reviews about him are ambiguous, but "the taste and color ...", as they say, you cannot find like-minded people. The debut took place in 1972, since then the car has been a success with connoisseurs of good Japanese quality. He led the company to the condemned fame, becoming a serious competitor in the market for the products of the "luminaries" of the auto business "Ford" and "Chevrolet". Largely thanks to this model, Honda is what we know it today.
To date, ten generations of Honda Civic have changed. Let's consider them in order.
1st generation (1972-1978)
The first generation Honda Civic was born in July 1972. First, a two-door version was released, a little later - three-door hatchback. The first generation was equipped with a 1.2-liter 4-cylinder engine with 50 hp. At the same time, the car weighed only 650 kilograms, which gave it good acceleration dynamics. The choice offered two types of transmission: 4-speed manual and automatic Hondamatic. Fuel consumption was only 5.8 liters per hundred. Such characteristics, coupled with a low cost - only $ 2,200, led to the fact that the Civic was very popular, including among young people. For three years in a row (from 1972 to 1974), the car was awarded the Car of the Year Japan award.
After analyzing the popularity of the car, Honda management decided to export it to the United States. This happened in the same year 1972. As history has shown, this was the beginning of the transformation of the automaker and this model into what we know now. lucky technical solutions and low cost, and in the period from 1976 to 1978, the first generation of the Honda Civic becomes the most popular and best-selling car in the world!
In 1973, the Civic model enters the market with a 1.5-liter 53-horsepower CVCC (Controlled Vortex Combustion Chamber) engine and a variable automatic transmission / 5-speed manual. This car has become a real sensation in the United States. The company was made up of a sports version of the Civic RS with a two-chamber engine and a practical station wagon.
2nd generation (1979-1983)
In 1979, the second generation Civic saw the light. Although the first generation model by that time had a pretty good success, the competitors did not doze off and it was decided to release an improved version based on the first model.
In 1980, the company introduced a new CVCC-II engine with a volume of 1.3 liters and a power of 55 hp. s., s modernized system combustion chambers. There was another, more powerful, 67-horsepower 1.5-liter engine. They came with one of three transmissions: a 4-speed manual, a 5-speed manual, and a new 2-speed Hondamatic robotic transmission. A year later, an improved three-stage "robot" appeared. Two years after the premiere of the hatchback, the company showed two more bodies: roomy station wagon(Country station) and classic sedan.
The second generation took another step towards ergonomics, comfort and aesthetics.
The new Civic II received the ‘U.S. Import Car of the Year 1980' by American Motor Trend magazine.
3rd generation (1983-1987)
The third generation of Civics was a further logical development popular model. The new Civic has become more solid, larger, its base has grown by 125 mm.
Model 1983 In the basic version, the car was equipped with a 60-horsepower 1.3-liter engine and a 4 or 5-speed manual transmission or 3-speed automatic transmission. A new 1.5-liter 12-valve engine with 76 hp was also offered.
This generation of Civics was produced in 3, 4 and 5-door versions.
1983 sedan In 1987, the Civic received its first four-wheel drive- they were equipped with a station wagon version.
We can say that starting from the third generation, Civic acquired character traits appearance, recognizable in all subsequent generations. This is a rather low silhouette, narrowed headlights, a thin line of the radiator grille. Civic became recognizable, moreover, in 1984 it won the Torino-Piedmonte Car Design Award in Europe, and once again received the Car of the Year Japan award in Japan.
4th generation (1987-1991)
The fourth generation Civic arrived in 1988, predictably adding to the size of the body and interior. The roof line has dropped a little, the glass area has become larger, the design of the car has continued the evolution of previous generations - a little more solid and a little sportier. The Civic IV gained narrow headlights and a more restrained European-style exterior design, which manifested itself most of all in the taillights, exterior mirrors, rims.
TO fourth generation Honda engineers were faced with the issue of developing a highly efficient engine that would significantly increase the technical level of the model. And they created it! This is a 16-valve engine, which the developers called Hyper. It was offered in the new generation in five variations at once: from 1.3 to half a liter. Max Power the top engine was 92 hp, while the base engine had 62 hp.
In 1987 on Honda cars Civic fourth generation for the first time among cars in this class were used engines with variable valve timing and degree of valve opening (VTEC). This innovation was applied in the Civic SiR variation, equipped with a forced DOHC VTEC engine (the legendary B16A engine). The car developed considerable for those times 125-130 hp. In America, the car was supplied only with electronic fuel injection, in Europe and Japan - its carburetor versions.
In addition to hatchbacks, the tall station wagon (Shuttle) and CRX coupe were also introduced.
High consumer and technological properties of the car were appreciated. The 4th generation Civic received the "Golden Steering Wheel" award from the largest German publication Bild, and the French car magazine L'Automobile Magazine named the Civic 4 the best quality and most reliable subcompact car of 1989.
5th generation (1991-1997)
The 5th generation Civic is distinguished by a bright and memorable appearance. She embodied both the angular design of the 80s and the rounded design of the 90s. Civic V does not look archaic so far: compact, light, fast.
The fifth generation produced a 4-door sedan, a 3-door hatchback (since the end of 1991) and a 2-door coupe.
The dimensions of the car have increased again. The engine has also changed - Honda's famous VTEC has been properly modified and presented already in a 70-horsepower version. The motor was economical and durable. There were versions and more powerful: 92 and 125-strong. For your information: 92-strong consumed only 4.8 liters per hundred in the urban cycle!
The new generation was distinguished by reliable security systems. In the basic version, the car was equipped with a driver's frontal airbag and an ABS system.
In 1993, a two-door coupe appeared on the market. There was also a high-quality audio system and 125 Horse power under the hood.
Later, in 1994, another engine was born: a 1.6-liter DOHC 160 horsepower, equipped with an advanced DOHC VTEC system (two camshafts, variable valve timing). It was installed special series Sol, which was equipped sports suspension and brakes. The famous Brazilian racer Ayrton Senna took part in the work on the chassis of this series. Thanks to these characteristics, the fifth generation Civic was distinguished by enviable dynamics.
Of the advantages of this generation can be noted good dynamics, environmentally friendly engine, good ergonomics and appearance.
Among the shortcomings - mediocre sound insulation, poor interior equipment and poor anti-corrosion coating. Rigid suspension, allowing you to enter turns on high speed did not dispose to comfortable ride on bad roads. Also this car had a very modest trunk - only 230 liters.
Despite all of the above, the 5th generation Honda Civic received two consecutive ‘Car of the Year Japan’ awards in 1991 and 1992.
6th generation (1995-2000)
1995 model The sixth generation of the popular Honda models Civic was introduced in 1996 (in 1995 in Japan). The advent of the sixth generation marked the transition from a simple car for everyone to a high-tech masterpiece. The experience of the racing division of Honda was widely used in the design of the chassis. The front suspension was double wishbones, the rear was multi-link. In the line of four-cylinder engines, both options with a single camshaft (SOHC VTEC) and powerful two-shaft DOHC VTEC (1.5 l / 125 hp, 1.6 l / 160 hp) appeared. In addition, for the first time, Civic received a continuously variable transmission (CVT), which made the car more economical. Options were offered with a 5-speed manual gearbox and a traditional 4-speed automatic. Especially for Japan, Honda released an extreme variant of the Civic VI called the Honda Civic Type-R. The modification was available only in the hatchback body with a B16B engine (1.6 l / 185 hp at 8200 rpm), a 5-speed manual transmission and a limited slip differential (LSD). The B16B engine was, in turn, a "civilian" version of the "evil" motor from the Honda Integra Type-R (B18C).
However, the usual 6th generation Civic had slightly worse dynamics compared to the fifth generation. This was due to the fact that Honda designers increased the weight of the car due to increased consumer appetite for interior size, safety and car comfort.
In 1996, the Honda Civic became the first production car to meet very stringent environmental requirements LEV (Low Emission Vehicle). The sixth generation Honda Civic was produced in the following bodies: three- and five-door hatchback, coupe, sedan and station wagon Aero Deck. Production was established in three countries: Japan (three-door hatchbacks and sedans), England (five-door hatchbacks and station wagons) and the USA (coupe).
In general, we can say that the model turned out to be quite successful, despite the fact that there was nothing revolutionary in it, rather it was the evolution of the Civic.
7th generation (2000-2003, 2003-2005 restyling)
The seventh generation of the model entered the market in 2001. With the release of this model, voices of dissatisfied with the fact that Honda began to make Civics "for everyone" instead of "lighters" began to sound more and more often. Expression is gone, comfort has appeared. And indeed, the car turned out to be quite faceless. Together with updated design car received perfectly new suspension MacPherson type and a lightweight 1.7-liter engine with 117 hp. Despite assurances from Honda that the MacPherson was set up as "Honda-style" as possible, the car became more boring to drive. The former refinement of reactions to the movement of the steering wheel is gone, the car rolled more in corners.
The engines remained the same: SOHC VTEC and DOHC VTEC, 1.4 l and 1.6 l (for Japan - 1.5 l and 1.7 l).
Formally new civic has become better: the space for rear passengers has increased, the tunnel in the floor has disappeared, the torsional performance of the body has improved. Motors have become more economical, the variator is more reliable. Significantly improved interior soundproofing. However, the seats have lost their pronounced lateral support, the engines have lost their characteristic powerful VTEC pickup after 5500 rpm, and the appearance of the Civic VII has become universally European, not reminiscent of the model's sporting pretensions.
However, in 2002, a version of the Civic Si appeared, equipped with a 160-horsepower engine and a rally 5-speed manual, to please the fans of the model a little.
A year after its release, the first hybrid version Civic powered by a 65 hp 1.3-liter 4-cylinder petrol engine mated to a 13-horsepower electric one. This combination of engines has reduced the level of consumption in the city to 5.1 liters per hundred.
In 2004, the model was restyled, however, which did not entail fundamental changes. IN new version slightly changed bumper, optics and grille.
Restyled version The traditional victory in the ‘Car of the Year Japan’ competition came in 2001 and 2002.
8th generation (2006-2008, 2008-2012 restyling)
The eighth generation Civic appeared in a completely different version. The design of the sedan and hatchback was especially different. What are their differences?
- Civic Sedan- a car of a representative class, on which you can meet business partners, not embarrassed to stand out among other owners of vehicles. In this version, the debut happened in 2015. Its "highlight" was the sports orientation of the design. Front bumper was somewhat underestimated, made body kit on the rapids. Looks like a sports car rear bumper and spoiler.
8th generation sedan 
Salon of the 8th generation sedan 
- For Civic hatchback, equipped with five doors, features futurism with a sporty hint. It is impossible not to notice him in the stream. What improves aerodynamics? These qualities are corrected due to the increased inclination of the windshield, the shape body parts. Hatch reminds me spaceship, so the designers wanted to change the design. No wonder the people called him "Cosmocivik".
Shades of dark metal give the interior a noble modesty and exclusivity. With checks for anti-plagiarism, Honda would have done a hundred percent. The Civic is compact on the outside, but feels spacious inside. The 415-liter trunk holds a lot of things, so on such a “steel horse” you can go to the country, to a picnic, to travel.
As far as engines are concerned, European versions models were equipped with economical 1.4-liter and 1.8-liter (113 hp) VTEC units, consuming only 10-12 liters per 100 km in the city. Sports version Type-R was equipped with a 2.0-liter power unit. In addition, a 2.2-liter diesel engine with a capacity of 140 hp was also available, aggregated with a 5-speed manual or automatic, soaring up to a hundred in 8.6 seconds.
The restyled version of 2009 received a minimum of changes on the outside and no inside. Slightly changed form rear lights(they became diamond-shaped) and the shape of the fog lights.
9th generation (2012-2015)
In this form, Honda was known until 2012. until it showed up new model. Modified suspension, advanced noise isolation gave the opportunity to improve consumer qualities. By this time, the "Japanese" already had reliable system security: advanced exchange rate stability, easy start. The motor runs on gasoline here, being endowed with a volume of 1.8 liters. The “horses” were also added - it became 142.
The buyer chooses the transmission system at his discretion: a five-speed automatic, six-speed mechanics. Complete sets are presented in three variations: "LifeStile", "Premium", "Elegance". The EcoAssist system allows the driver to choose a convenient driving format with optimal fuel costs.
The cabin is cramped, there is not enough space both in the knees and above the head, tall passengers and the driver may experience some inconvenience. Plus, the central tunnel on the floor of the rear row of seats is practically absent, and the three of us here do not crowd the passengers, do not press each other with their elbows.
Trunk volume Honda Civic - 440 liters, not bad for a sedan.
The main advantages of the model
- economy
- reliability
- design
- safety
Minuses
- weak paint finish
- expensive parts
- price
10th generation (2015-present)
The tenth generation Civic, which appeared in 2015, began to look even more futuristic. In the city stream, this model catches the eye. In this generation, the designers tried to make sure that not only active and advanced youth thought about its acquisition. Many Civic options are inherent in models above the class. IN basic configuration, for example, you can find full LED optics (including foglights) and keyless entry and trunk opening, a dual muffler and Sport mode, lane departure warning and many other pleasant things. That is, the Civic stopped playing in the golf class. The car has become more solid, richly equipped.
An extraordinary body stands out, the triangles of the exhaust systems look interesting. The exterior is distinguished by bi-xenon headlights that can change the range of the light flux due to special curtains. With optics, you can concentrate more on pavement even in case of poor visibility due to the weather. The body was given a touch of sportiness. Elegance at the same time does not hold him. Daytime LED lights add functionality and ease of use, fashionable style to the design. different situations it is easier for the driver to survive, since all the mechanisms are thought out and formed so that he succeeds in driving.
The engines offered are:
- 16-valve atmospheric i-VTEC with a volume of 2.0 liters, 158 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 188 Nm of maximum torque at 4200 rpm. It is paired with a 6-speed "mechanics" or stepless variator. Average consumption it is 6.7 to 7.6 liters per hundred.
- 1.5-liter Earth Dreams VTEC Turbo with a direct-feed system, 174 hp at 6000 rpm and 220 Nm of torque. Paired with a motor CVT variator. In this combination, the car accelerates to hundreds in less than 8 seconds, and consumes 6.7 liters of fuel in the combined driving cycle.
The front part of the cabin is decorated with asymmetric elements. Everything just “breathes” with cosmic magnetism: a large tachometer in the center of the “car”, bright backlight. The driver of the car has everything at hand!
Armchairs look stylish thanks to expensive leather trim. IN maximum configuration rider comfort is ensured by electrically adjustable lumbar support.
Model advantages
- Provides good speed and control
- Reliability
- Solidity, expensive interior
- Pretty roomy trunk
Minuses
- "Glitches" ABS in rainy weather. The car remains in the downpour for several hours - get the problem in the form of system failures. The result is that the sensor has to be changed after three years.
- In a snowy winter, there is not enough clearance. In case of serious breakdowns, you have to look for original spare parts.
- On bad roads suspension suffers.
- Motorists note the unreliability of the microclimate unit option. It is difficult to reconfigure due to its low location on the dashboard.
- The "heart" of motor transport is not set up for big races. Despite the sporty originality, it is not “sharpened” for high-speed trips: the gears change slowly, the electronics fail at the start.
- "Robot" is better not to choose at all, otherwise expensive repairs will torment you.
- Not everyone liked the visibility due to the presence dead zones despite the large mirrors.
- "Sores" can be called bad job installed "robot" in traffic jams. The machine does not like low speeds, it practically stalls in traffic jams.
- The dashboard catches the glare of the sun, interfering on the way. Some drivers note poor soundproofing properties.
- It is desirable to engage frequent adjustment valves to avoid loss of dynamics.
Outcome
Despite the fact that in latest versions The Civic has moved away from the concept of a car "lighter", for young people, it still remains the brainchild of the Japanese high-tech industry. Reliability, presentable appearance, profitability, high performance, guarantee him the love and trust of customers. Confirmation that the car has a great future is that this model has gone through ten generations and is not going to stop there. And we will continue to closely monitor this fascinating history under name Honda Civic.
The debut of the new generation Civic 5D took place at the Frankfurt Motor Show in autumn 2011. Russian sales started in the spring of 2012. “The novelty retained the sporty character of its predecessor, but at the same time acquired even greater dynamics and elegance,” the automaker notes. According to him, the company took 4 years to develop a new Civic model.
Nearly every component used in the creation of the Civic was either brand new or redesigned, focusing on styling, suspension, interior materials, new looks and aerodynamics, and the engine.
The Civic hatchback offered in Russia is available in three trim levels: Lifestyle, Executive and Premium. Already in the basic configuration, the car has light-alloy wheel disks, tires dimension 205/55R16, heated mirrors and front seats, climate control. Upholstery - fabric. Multifunctional steering wheel Adjustable for both tilt and reach. According to the manufacturer, the interior of the car has been modified "so that the driver becomes its center." Key driving information is displayed right in front of the driver's eyes for a quick and safe read. The Multi-Information Display (i-MID) displays additional information. As an option for the Civic 5D, rain and light sensors, cruise control, folding side mirrors, dual-zone climate control are available. In the top version of Premium, a special chic is given to the car leather interior(the steering wheel and gear lever are also sheathed in leather), tinted windows, panoramic roof. This also includes a smart entry and start system that allows the driver to close and open doors, as well as start the engine without pulling the key out of a pocket or bag, bi-xenon headlights with auto-corrector, Bluetooth Hands Free. A fairly decent size trunk (477 liters), folding the rear row, can be increased to 1210 liters - and the Magic Seats can be folded in different configurations.
The car is equipped with a 1.8-liter i-VTEC engine with an Econ system with a capacity of 142 hp, which (depending on the type of gearbox - “automatic” or “mechanics”) consumes a minimum of 4.9-5 liters of fuel per 100 km in the extra-urban cycle and 5.8-6.3 liters in mixed mode. In the city, fuel consumption increases to 7.3-8.7 liters. The layout of the hatchback remained the same, in which the fuel tank is moved to the center of the body, while its 50 liters, given the efficiency of the car, will be enough for a decent power reserve. Additional fuel economy, by the way, is provided by excellent aerodynamics - the coefficient is 0.27. It is one of the most aerodynamic vehicles in its class.
The hatchback suspension remained structurally unchanged - here, like the previous generation, MacPherson strut remains in front and a semi-independent suspension (torsion beam) in the rear. However, the design has been improved, in particular, the rigidity of the rear beam has been increased. Another unique feature rear suspension- the use of liquid-filled stabilizer bushings, instead of the usual rubber bushings. This is done to ensure a comfortable movement without loss in terms of handling. In general, the manufacturer claims that in order to achieve its driving performance, the Civic has been put through tough testing, covering about 35,000 km on British roads. It is clear that domestic buyers should be prepared for the increased "stiffness" of the nature of the suspension.
The new Civic is equipped with a full package of safety systems as standard. This is an extended list of active equipment: ABS (anti-lock braking system), VSA ( dynamic stabilization), Adaptive EPS (adaptive electric power steering), HSA (hill start assist), DWS (tire pressure monitoring). In addition, Civic is equipped with a wide range of airbags, including side and curtain airbags, as well as active head restraints. Thanks to safe design body, Civic 5D received excellent results in crash tests.
A five-door hatchback, despite its price, may seem more interesting and advantageous to someone than a sedan, at least due to a more practical interior. And the semi-independent suspension that appeared on the hatchback in the last generation, as it turned out, is by no means a sentence. At the same time, the utility inherent in many 5-door brothers is not here. The new Civic boasts a modern design that has become further development revolutionary transformation of the previous generation, a high level of comfort and sound insulation.
“Why are you racing? Because you feel like you can make it even better? Better than last season, better than yesterday. But there's something else inside you that wants to be free. And you still haven't reached your pinnacle..."
This quote perfectly characterizes the essence and nature of the Honda Civic model, the model to which the blog is dedicated. Civic is in his 30s and still the same bully. It was this reputation that was entrenched in the once just nimble little car. Today he has matured, and still he has that enthusiasm, impudence in character, that hooligan note. Car for the soul? Yes, it's a Honda Civic.
Birth
The history of the Honda Civic began over 30 years ago, in 1973. It was during this period that the first Civic rolled off the assembly line - subcompact car destined for the global market economical cars, the result of many years of work by Honda engineers, and instantly accepted by customers around the world.
Honda Civic 1st (left) and 2nd (right) generations
The main advantage of the car, in addition to its compact size, was the CVCC series engines, the main feature of which was pre-chamber ignition, which allowed the engine to run on a lean mixture, and therefore reduced the content of harmful substances in the exhaust and improved efficiency.
By the way, a year before the debut of the Honda Civic, the global oil crisis broke out and Honda presented its new creation just in time. Under these conditions, a small, nimble little car with front-wheel drive was doomed to success. Also in 1973, the Honda Civic took third place in the prestigious European Car of the Year competition, and a year later became the best imported car in USA.
Honda Civic 3rd (left) and 4th (right) generations
In 1979, the 2nd generation of the Honda Civic model appeared, and a year later, CVCC II engines began to be installed on these cars, which became even more economical and powerful. In 1983, the 3rd generation of the Honda Civic family was released. The 4th generation Honda Civic was shown to the public in 1987 and the same year went down in history Honda victory for the Williams-Honda team in the F1 Constructors' Championship. Well, Civic "from formula technology got an independent suspension of all wheels and a new 16-valve engine.
Formation
Having blown up the public with another technological know-how () Honda in 1992 presents the 5th generation Honda Civic. Since that time, Civic has gained a new wave of popularity. engines, excellent handling coupled with modern smooth contours of the bodies gave an amazing result. By the way, Ayrton Senna, the greatest formula racer, indirectly participated in the creation of this car, and it is from this generation that Honda returns to its true motorcycle racing past, while not changing the canons of efficiency.
Honda Civic 5th (left) and 6th (right) generations
Honda Civic 7th generation. On right
In 2001, the 7th generation of cars presented also received the title of " Japanese car of the year". Although many agree that the temperament of the seventh Civic has cooled down, the car is still worthy of attention. In this generation, the European Civic was first produced under the sign.
Maturity
Honda Civic 8th generation. Left European sedan, right American
In 2006, the last to date, the 8th generation, appeared. But unlike the previous generations, there was a slight split in the 8th generation - now there is a Honda Civic and a Honda Civic for the US market. The latter differed slightly from the main Honda Civic in design. By the way, the well-known and sensational space Honda design Civic 5d, a representative of this particular generation, is not officially represented in North America.
Futuristic hatchback Honda Civic 5D 8th generation
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Interest in the existing generation of Honda Civic has not yet cooled down, and the premiere of the next, 9th generation is already on the nose. After all, as a rule, the life cycle of one generation of Honda Civic does not exceed 5 years. Therefore, we will look forward to the pre-production concept in 2009 and production model at the end of 2010.
P.S. Save money and get in line in advance;)
