Islamabad (National Times)- Honda Atlas Cars Limited (HACL) has officially launched the all-new Civic in Pakistan, making the compact sedan segment in Pakistan a little more exciting.The new Civic, like previous launches, was revealed in a digital launch hosted by Aamir H. Shirazi, President of Atlas Group, Hironobu Yoshimura, CEO of HACL, and Aamir Nazir, General Manager Sales and Marketing at HACL, who informed viewers about the vehicle\u2019s various aspects.<\/p>\n
Unlike the 6th generation Honda City, which was released last year, the 11th generation Civic is the most recent product on the market, and it outperforms its competitors, such as the Toyota Corolla and the Hyundai, in terms of performance and features. Even if it comes at a high cost.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s take a closer look at the vehicle and discover:<\/p>\n
Exterior Styling<\/p>\n
In terms of styling, the new Honda Civic is more restrained than its predecessor, which is a good thing.<\/p>\n
With a large bumper grille in the centre and a sleek main grille between the headlights, the front end looks dignified yet imposing. The sharp Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) on the newly designed headlights add to the menacing appearance. The design of the elongated and straightened-out bonnet adds to the overall sophistication.<\/p>\n
The side profile features smooth and simple lines along the length of the vehicle. In Pakistan, the new Civic gets 17\u2033 dark alloy rims (16\u2033 in base and mid-level variants) that are more attractive than the previous generations.<\/p>\n
The rear end is where the \u2018European design influence\u2019 shines through. The angular and sharp taillights, the straightened-out boot-lid, reflectors high up on the bumper, the central trim down below, and the dual oval exhaust tips (in the top trim only) make the car look like a sporty Audi.<\/p>\n
Interior
\nThe interior of the 11th-generation Civic has been extensively redesigned by Honda. The interior has a premium feel thanks to a minimalistic dashboard design, silver trim pieces at various points throughout the cabin, and ambient lighting. The interior of the top variant is black with red stitching, while the interior of the base and mid-level variants is dark grey.<\/p>\n
It has a large, top-mounted 9-inch infotainment screen with Apple Carplay and Android Auto. The base variants are upholstered in soft fabric, while the top variants are upholstered in leather.<\/p>\n
The new Civic is more spacious than the previous model. Overall, the new Civic has good features and utility on the inside.<\/p>\n
Weight and Dimensions
\nMeasurements\tHonda Civic
\nWheel Base\t2,736 mm
\n Overall Width\t1,801 mm
\nOverall Length\t4,674 mm
\nOverall Height\t1,415 mm
\nGround Clearance (Unladen)\t134 mm
\nDespite remaining a C-Segment compact sedan, the Civic is slightly larger than its competitors. Here\u2019s what we know about its dimensions:<\/p>\n
Performance<\/p>\n
The new Honda Civic will be available in three trim levels. The base and mid-level variants will be powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder petrol engine with 127 horsepower (hp) and 180 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque and an M-CVT automatic transmission.<\/p>\n
The top-tier model also has a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine that produces 176 horsepower and 220 Newton-meters of torque and is mated to an LL-CVT automatic transmission.<\/p>\n
It has McPherson struts in the front and a multi-link coil spring suspension in the back. It also has disc brakes on all four wheels, as well as an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), and Brake Assist (BA) system for good stopping power.<\/p>\n
According to auto-data.net, the new Civic has an international fuel economy of 14 litres per kilometre; however, the figures are likely to differ in Pakistan. Furthermore, with a power-to-weight ratio (PWR) of around 0.35 hp\/kg, the new Civic will be the country\u2019s quickest, most exciting, and most capable car.<\/p>\n
Features
\nThe new Civic is loaded with modern features including:<\/p>\n
Safety\tConvenience
\nDual Airbags\tAdaptive Cruise Control (Honda Sensing)
\nRain Sensing Vipers (Top Variant)\tMultiple Drive Modes (Top Variant)
\nHill-start Assist\tSmart Infotainment System
\nABS\tAdvanced Gauge Cluster with Digital Information Display
\nAutomatic Headlights (Top Variant)\tElectronically Folding Mirror
\nFog Lights\t12 Volt Socket
\nParking Sensors\tUSB Connectivity
\nBackup Camera\tAutomatic Climate Control
\nImmobilizer System and Burglar Alarm\tKeyless Entry
\nCentral Power Door Locks and Walk Away Doorlocks\tSteering Wheel Multimedia-Control Switches
\nISO Fix Child Seat Anchors\tAdjustable Steering Wheel
\nElectronic Parking Brake\tSemi-Digital Gauge Cluster
\nLane Keep Assist (Honda Sensing)\tAutomatic Trunk
\nHeated Door Mirrors (Top Variant)\tDrowsiness Detection
\nAutonomous Braking (Honda Sensing)\tPaddle Shifters
\nLane Departure Warning (Honda Sensing)\tVoice Control
\nLead Car Departure Alert (Honda Sensing)\tAuto-Dimming Mirror (Top Variant)
\nVehicle Stability Control and Traction Control\tSunroof (Mid and Top-Variant)
\nNote: Honda Sensing is an advanced features package offered in the top variant only.<\/p>\n
Price
\nTrue to popular belief, HACL has kept the prices of the new Civic variants extremely high, putting it at a competitive disadvantage in the compact sedan segment. The prices of the 11th generation Honda Civic variants are as follows:<\/p>\n
Variants\tPrices (PKR)
\nCivic 1.5 Standard\t5,099,000
\nCivic 1.5 Oriel\t5,399,000
\nCivic 1.5 RS\t6,149,000<\/p>\n
Verdict
\nDespite being a compact sedan that competes with the Hyundai Elantra and Toyota Corolla, its price is nearly the same as cars in a higher class. In comparison, its competitors appear to be a better buy. However, for those looking for performance, style, comfort, and utility, the new Civic is the best option.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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