That aside, the Honda Civic Hybrid is a great little car to drive around town or on the highway. Its glossy brochure got it right, "Four doors of pure fun that you can count on to get you where you want to go." The added benefit of doing something right for the world doesn't hurt either.
Specifications:
- Price Range (MSRP):$28,500 - $29,317 (not including dealer-installed accessories)
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, FWD
- Engine: 85 hp, 88 lb-ft torque, 1.3-L, 16-valve, SOHC I-4, i-DSI + IMA
- Electric Motor: 13 hp (10 kW), 36 lb-ft of torque, permanent magnet
- Battery Type/Output/Capacity: NiMH / 144V (120 Cells @ 1.2V) / 6.0 AH
- Combined Gas/Electric Output: 93 hp, 105 lb-ft of torque
- Transmission: 4-spd auto CVT with idle stop feature
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/drum, ABS with EBD
- Curb Weight: 1,243 kg (2740 lbs)
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Cargo Capacity (trunk): 286 L (10.1 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 4.9 / 4.6 L/100 km (58 / 61 mpg)
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Additional Warranties: 36 months audio components; 100% 12-volt battery coverage for 24 months with 50% for third year; 96 months or 130,000 km Integrated Motor Assist system and electric motor
- Direct Competitors: Honda Insight, Toyota Prius
- Web Site: www.honda.ca
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