Double wishbone suspension and front struts give this Civic a wonderful feeling in corners. It exhibits very little body roll and feels taut, nimble and almost like a go-kart.
Even at highway speeds this little car feels fairly planted.
The interior is quiet enough though I do notice some wind noise at higher speeds. The Chevy Cruze and Hyundai Elantra beat the Civic in this department, but I found the Honda to be quieter than the Jetta.
This 2011 model is the eighth generation Civic. Making its Canadian debut at the Montreal Auto Show in January, the ninth generation 2012 Honda Civic Sedan Concept was introduced to the Canadian Public.
The styling of the current Civic is sleek. Clean lines and nothing overly fancy. I was really hopping to see a change in the exterior styling on the 2012 but the overall shape is still going to be the same.
The existing Coupe is sexy. Especially when you compare it to the sedan. I was one of those people who would rather have a good-looking car than a practical car. Getting in and out of the back seat is a pain in the ass but who’s kidding who, people would buy this Coupe because of how they would look behind the wheel.
The Honda Civic has a digital speedometer located high on the dash, above the steering wheel. I love the location, but the actual idea and appearance of the digital readout doesn’t appeal to me.
With its location, the driver doesn’t have to take their eyes off the road as long; it only needs a quick glance. The digital readout reminds me of the Ford Probe from the 90’s.
The rest of the interior is pleasing and well designed. Basic knobs for fan speed and heat, simple push buttons for radio and an easy to read display in the middle.
Though I am not a fan of the steering wheel's style, it has an incredible feel in my hands. Steering wheel mounted cruise control is standard on all trim levels, and you have to go up to the EX-L model if you want steering wheel mounted audio controls.
Even at highway speeds this little car feels fairly planted.
The interior is quiet enough though I do notice some wind noise at higher speeds. The Chevy Cruze and Hyundai Elantra beat the Civic in this department, but I found the Honda to be quieter than the Jetta.
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| The Honda Civic has a digital speedometer located high on the dash, above the steering wheel. (Photo: Lacey Elliott/Auto123.com) |
This 2011 model is the eighth generation Civic. Making its Canadian debut at the Montreal Auto Show in January, the ninth generation 2012 Honda Civic Sedan Concept was introduced to the Canadian Public.
The styling of the current Civic is sleek. Clean lines and nothing overly fancy. I was really hopping to see a change in the exterior styling on the 2012 but the overall shape is still going to be the same.
The existing Coupe is sexy. Especially when you compare it to the sedan. I was one of those people who would rather have a good-looking car than a practical car. Getting in and out of the back seat is a pain in the ass but who’s kidding who, people would buy this Coupe because of how they would look behind the wheel.
The Honda Civic has a digital speedometer located high on the dash, above the steering wheel. I love the location, but the actual idea and appearance of the digital readout doesn’t appeal to me.
With its location, the driver doesn’t have to take their eyes off the road as long; it only needs a quick glance. The digital readout reminds me of the Ford Probe from the 90’s.
The rest of the interior is pleasing and well designed. Basic knobs for fan speed and heat, simple push buttons for radio and an easy to read display in the middle.
Though I am not a fan of the steering wheel's style, it has an incredible feel in my hands. Steering wheel mounted cruise control is standard on all trim levels, and you have to go up to the EX-L model if you want steering wheel mounted audio controls.
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| Basic knobs for fan speed and heat, simple push buttons for radio and an easy to read display in the middle. (Photo: Lacey Elliott/Auto123.com) |