Honda Civic 9Th Generation - Nice!

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The long awaited 9th generation Honda Civic is so close to cruising along the european roads that you can almost feel the earth move as bugs and rodents alike make way for its coming. It is a very big deal. Over 20-million Civics have been sold world wide making it a big bringer of finances, and because of the hugely reliable, rev happy editions in the past, the model has built up quite a fan base.

Initial figures suggest however that there are still some issues in need of a good iron. There will be 3-engines available, a 1.4 and 1.8-litre petrol engines followed up by a 2.2 i-DTEC diesel engine. The world is hoping that there will be an influx of exciting sport models shortly after its introduction early next year.

All models will come with a manual 6-speed gearbox, with the 1.8-litre petrol engine able to be paired to a 5-speed auto.

As is the trend, there's a big focus on efficiency. The body has been designed in a wind tunnel to be as slippery as possible whilst ensuring high speed stability, reports mention that Honda used their Formula One experience to refine the Civic's aerodynamics.

As well as a fish-slick bodykit, other clever features include start-stop technology, hill start assist and curiously something called Eco Assist.

Despite overall consumption and CO2 improvements, dropping 29g/km over the outgoing model, the diesel Honda emits 110g/km, more than rivals in its class, notably the Astra EcoFlex 1.7 CDTI pushing 99g/km.

But the lack in green credentials does result in some exciting performance. The spacious small hatch in diesel form has 148 bhp and churns out a tyre-blistering 350Nm torque, just 7 fewer than a Ferrari California.

Its suspension has undergone some extensive modification too. The Civics torsion-beam suspension has been updated and various modifications to bushings and other smaller components have resulted in a smoother, more comfortable car...yet one which has improved handling and stability. Dropped 20mm and with a track increase of 10mm, the new Civic is expected to bring back some of the performance authority that its 200o relative demanded.

Content sourced from @SkylerShah

[Arcaned]

It is indeed nice but i still think i prefer the 8th Generation ;)