The more powerful electric and gasoline powertrain that gives the Civic its improved power 'surge' doesn't leave any ill-effects on fuel
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| Honda claims that the new Civic Hybrid is able to net 4.7 L/100 km during both city and highway driving, besting the current generation by 5 percent. (Photo: Honda Canada) |
economy or emissions ratings when compared to the old car. The ability for the Civic Hybrid to run in full hybrid modes means that the effect of its more powerful engine is offset; Honda claims that the car is able to net 4.7 L/100 km during both city and highway driving, besting the current generation by 5 percent. As for those emissions, they've been measured at 109 g/km, the lowest figure to date for a gasoline-powered Civic. With results like these, it's no wonder Honda wants to make its IMA technology available in more models to a broader spectrum of markets than is now the case.
Meanwhile, Honda boasts additional improvements for the new Civic Hybrid,
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| The Civic Hybrid features a smaller secondary compressor for its air conditioner, driven by the car's electric motor, which allows the A/C to be on even when the gasoline engine is switched off. (Photo: Honda Canada) |
having learned much during the developmental process of its midsize Accord Hybrid. The new car will feature a new hydraulic braking system that works to stabilize the pedal's feel by changing the hydraulic boost in the pedal. This works to eliminate what was initially a grabby feel in the outgoing car, and smooth the shunt of the vacuum system felt when the car enters Idle Stop mode. Also, like most new HEVs, the second-generation Civic Hybrid features a smaller secondary compressor for its air conditioner, driven by the car's electric motor, which allows A/C to be on even when the gasoline engine is switched off during Idle Stop mode, as well as prior and post engine operation.
