Honda Civic SI

Car Seat Test of the New 2012 Crosstour

om — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:47:29 +0000

The new 2012 Crosstour is a wagon edition of the well-known mid-size luxury sedan. It was formerly called as Accord Crosstour.

It is the best choice for all fans of Accord who are looking for even more cargo space, and interior comfort. Cargo space has been increased quite considerably in the new Crosstour, and it offers nearly 25.7 cubic-feet with the rear passenger-seats up, while a whopping 51.3 cubic-feet with folded rear-seats.

Similar to its sibling, it has the capability to seat a maximum of 5-passengers comfortably. It has come equipped with 2-sets of subordinate Latch anchors in the external rear-seats. The high-back latest booster seat can be easily installed in the new 2012 Crosstour.

Both the frontward and backend facing convertible seats fit really well with this new vehicle. On the whole, the interior cabin seating arrangement of the Crosstour 2012 is much better than its sibling, the Accord sedan.

Source: Cars

Honda to launch CR-V in Indian market at 2012 Auto Expo

om — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 13:31:07 +0000

2012 CR-V was launched in US market in the year 2011 and now its time for its launch in Indian market.

The company’s best-selling CR-V crossover will be sportier with a sharper look than the existing model and will also be incorporated with a wide range of safety equipments like 4-channel ABS, Hill-Start Assist, Motion Adaptive Electronic Power Steering, and many more.

It will be powered by a 2.4-L, four-cylinder petrol engine. It is expected to compete with the latest Toyota Fortuner. You can also expect a diesel engine later.

At Tokyo Motor Show 2011, Honda had premiered its new diesel engines, out of which the 1.6-L i-DTEC will be inserted in models that will be launched in Indian market; the revised version of this engine will be equipped in Brio and Jazz.

Via : Oncars

Honda Peaks the List of Heavy-Duty Cars

om — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 03:47:41 +0000

A recent research has positioned the well-known Japanese automaker, Honda Motors at the top of the list of the present generation heavy-duty vehicles when it comes to potholes.

A recent study conducted by Warranty Direct clearly suggested that there is an average of only 6-percent probability that any car will maintain damage from such rough road surfaces.

As reported, Honda models were recognized to be the least likely to suffer like this. Suppose, if the owners decide to sell a car for cash, then certainly damage caused by potholes could be a problem as it could lower the value of the vehicle; so this is something every carmaker should consider seriously.

Dual-Clutch Gearboxes and Turbo-Charging to Usher in Honda’s Petrol Engine Line-up

om — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:59:01 +0000

From beginning, Honda Motors is well known as an automaker that pioneered new technologies into the auto world.

According to some latest news, in two-three years time, the Japanese carmaker is planning to introduce dual-clutch gearbox and standard turbo-charging units in its petrol engine line-up.

The once striking VTEC engine has been transferred into i-VTEC engine, and it can be seen equipped in most of the Honda cars that are available in the present market.

The direct injection technology is most likely to be incorporated with the upcoming 2012 petrol engine models, but the consumers may have to wait for another 1 to 2 years to get turbo-charging engine units in their vehicles.

Source : Indiancarsbikes

Do You Think EV-STER Concept Needs a Steering Wheel?

om — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:25:03 +0000

Honda showed off its electric version of sports car- EV-STER Concept that doesn’t need steering wheel at the 2011 Tokyo Auto Show.

This small-seat roadster is smaller than Mazda MX-5 Miata and Honda S2000. It uses a little electric motor of 10 kwh and lithium-ion batteries outputting 78 hp to rear wheels. The body is made of carbon composites to reduce its weight.

It can accelerate to the 0-37 mph mark in 5.0 seconds and touches a top speed of 99 mph. Its charging time is based on the type of charger being used and ranges from 3 to 6 hours.

The automaker has managed to develop a completely customizable driving experience with this car.

Insight to Civic GX

om — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 09:33:04 +0000

Civic GX is a factory-built passenger car, which operates using compressed natural gas (CNG). It has been developed based on Civic design platform, and it is made for fleet sale in more than 50 states in the United States.

In the following sections, we will provide more details pertaining to this model, take a look.

Brief History

It first appeared way back in 1998 as a completely revised version of Civic LX model, which could be run wholly on CNG. It was released with a compellingly low price tag of just around $4500. In 2001, EPA awarded it as the cleanest burning internal combustion vehicle in the world.

Then in 2006, it had gone through the greatest alteration since its origin, and as a result all models variants of that year were honoured with the best 2006 Motor Trend ‘Car of the Year’ award.

Power-Train Specifications

Initially, it was equipped with a standard 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder engine that had the ability to pump out decent performance stats. Then in 2001, it was upgraded with a standard 1.7-liter engine, and a standard 1.8-L 4-cylinder engine was added in 2006 during which the model was fully revised.

2011 GX has come equipped with the same 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine, which has the capability to churn out a maximum of 113 horsepower by running entirely on compressed fuel gas.

Pricing

The most recent GX 2011 has been released with a base MSRP of $25,490.

Links to Buy

If you have any idea of buying a used Honda Civic GX for sale, then you can visit any one of the below presented buying links to know more details.

• http://www.motortrend.com/used_cars/24/honda/civic/gx/

• http://www.hybridcars.com/forums/sale-08-honda-civic-gx-ca-hov-carpool-stickers-good-till-2015.html

• http://www.lemonfree.com/map.php?make=HONDA&model=CIVIC&trim=GX

• http://www.internetautoguide.com/33-12-32-417-491-1/used-honda-civic-gx-for-sale.html

Civic Coupe for Sale

om — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 08:27:10 +0000

Civic Coupe made its debut in 1993 and initially it was accessible in two trim levels: DX and EX. It came with two engine choices: 1.5-L and 1.6-L engine mated to standard manual transmission.

Current Models

This coupe gets minor trim level modifications that include deletion of manual gearbox versions of EX-L with navigation. It is available in five trim levels: DX, LX, EX, EX-L.

All the models in the lineup are powered by a 1.8 liter 4-cylinder engine, which cranks 140 hp @ 6300 rpm and 128 lb-ft of torque @ 4300 rpm. It is mated to a standard 5-speed manual gearbox, while a 5-speed automatic transmission is optional. It comes with front wheel drive system.

It takes about 9.6 seconds to sprint from 0 to 60 mph; the estimated fuel economy is 25 mpg in city, 36 mpg on highway, and 29 mpg combined, the SI model drops those numbers to 21/29/24 mpg.

This coupe is a fun-to-drive and reliable small car that offers good fuel economy, furl efficient engine, well built and comfortable interior.

Used Models

Previous to current model was 7th generation Civic Coupe, that was sold from 2001 – 2005. It was offered in usual trims: DX, LX, and EX. All the trims in the lineup were equipped with a 1.7 liter 4-cylinder engine with 117 hp or 127 hp.

This vehicle is featured with a fuel efficient engine, roomy interior and top safety scores, but came with limited accessibility of antilock brakes.

Sold from 1996-00 was the 6th generation Coupe that was in several ways an enhancement of technology and styles found on previous generation. Engine options were a 1.6 liter in LX and DX with 106 hp and 127 hp in VTEC-equipped EX.

Links to Buy

Click on the vehicle provider; for more info regarding the used Honda Civic Coupe sale cars.

• Carsforsale

• Autotrader

• Autos Aol

• Cargurus

2013 Honda Fit EV Revealed, No Electric Jazz for Australia

om — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 07:47:37 +0000

Honda’s light car, 2013 Fit EV, has been unveiled as Jazz in Australia. The company will lease Fit EV initially for $399 per month to customers of California and Oregon from middle of next year before rolling out into six other US regions in 2013. Fit can be owned for a base price $36,470.

The company will manufacture approximately 1100 compact electric cars over next three years.

The vehicle has an estimated combined cycle driving range of 122km and can be recharged fully from a household point in 3hours. It is powered by a 92 Kw electric motor derived from FCX Clarity hydrogen fuel cell.

Highlights of 2011 Civic Si

om — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:46:38 +0000

Civic Si for 2011 has received minor changes in its trim levels in terms of its transmission. It comes with good fuel economy with wide variety of engines and transmissions. Its interior is well-built with high comfort level.

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Exotic Pictures Collection of Civic Si Sedan

om — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:37:45 +0000

Civic Si is an exotic compact sports vehicle produced from the house of the Japanese automaker, Honda since 1984. The company used the Si badge for the first time to name its JDM 3rd gen Civic in 1984.

The term Si stands for Sports Injected or Sequential Injection, and it was developed for the 3rd gen of Civics mainly in North America and Japan, while in Canada it was known as SiR for the 6th and 7th gen Civics.

The company offered the Si sedan models in North America for the first time in 2007, and before its market was restricted only to Japan. It came featuring larger 18-inch alloy wheels along with hefty cross-drilled brake rotors and four-piston Brembo brakes.

The sedan edition had come with almost identical mechanical specs in comparison to its coupe version, producing the same performance stats.

Here’s a cool collection of Honda Civic Si sedan pictures in the below gallery, take a look.