
2011 - New Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sdn L4 CVT w/Leather
2011 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sdn L4 CVT w/Leather
The 2011 Honda Civic lineup starts with the frugal Civic DX, then builds up to LX, EX and EX-L models. Each of those models comes with a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine that makes 140 horspower and is hooked up to either a 5-speed manual transmission or 5-speed automatic. In addition to a range of performance upgrades, Si models get a 197-horsepower, 2.0L 4-cylinder and a 6-speed manual transmission. Hybrid models get a version of Honda's Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) mild-hybrid system, altogether producing 110 horsepower.Models with the standard engine or Si version are offered either as a 4-door sedan or 2-door coupe. The coupe version gets a slightly racier image, thanks to a different, more aggressive roofline toward the back and a tilted-back look to the rear fascia. Coupes have a full-size back seat, though entry and exit is a little more difficult. Trunk space is about the same in the sedan and coupe-very ample with a low lift-over height in both cases.
Even in its base DX form, the front-wheel-drive Civic feels responsive and nimble, yet also refined and comfortable enough for long-distance cruising. Si models have a definite edgier feel that won't be to everyone's liking, but they're better-suited to everyday driving than some of the other "pocket rockets"-provided you don't mind a manual transmission.
The Honda Civic Hybrid uses an Integrated Motor Assist hybrid systems that is simpler than the full hybrid systems in some rival vehicles yet achieves nearly as much of a gain in fuel economy-especially in highway driving.
The other very green Civic model, the Honda Civic GX, remains the only widely available natural-gas-powered vehicle for sale in the U.S. According to Honda, the GX is eligible for up to $4,000 in federal tax credits, and natural gas costs about 35% less than gasoline.
The base Civic DX doesn't come with a lot of luxury or convenience features (there's no air conditioning), but it does hit on most of the basics, including power windows and a folding rear seat to expand trunk space to accommodate long items. A DX-VP (sedan only) adds more popular equipment, including air conditioning and a 160-watt CD/MP3 sound system with auxiliary jack. The LX brings power locks, cruise control and a center console with armrest with an LX-S sedan bringing alloy wheels, a spoiler, a chrome exhaust tip and leather-wrapped steering wheel. The well-appointed EX sedan and coupe get a moonroof, split-folding back seat, steering-wheel audio controls and ambient lighting, while the EX-L adds leather upholstery, leather trim, and heated seats and mirrors. Top EX and EX-L coupes exclusively get an upgraded speaker system, including a subwoofer.
An in-dash navigation system and XM Satellite Radio are optional only on the EX and EX-L. Honda says that it now includes more than 7 million points of interest; it also has voice-activation and integrated Bluetooth hands-free calling.
The Civic comes with plenty of occupant protection, including front side and side-curtain airbags, electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes.
2011 Honda Civic Hybrid 4dr Sdn L4 CVT w/Leather
Emissions
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year: 4.6EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 8
Transmission
Drivetrain: Front Wheel DriveTrans Order Code: N/A
Trans Type: 1
Trans Description Cont.: CVT
Trans Description Cont. Again: N/A
First Gear Ratio (:1): 2.53 - 0.42
Reverse Ratio (:1): 4.51 - 1.88
Clutch Size: N/A
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 4.94
Vehicle
EPA Classification: Compact
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity: 5Passenger Volume: 90.9
Front Head Room: 39.4
Front Leg Room: 42.2
Front Shoulder Room: 53.6
Front Hip Room: 51.9
Second Head Room: 37.4
Second Leg Room: 34.6
Second Shoulder Room: 52.3
Second Hip Room: 51.0
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight: 2877
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy: 43Cruising Range - City: 492.00
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City: 40
Fuel Economy Est-Combined: 41
Cruising Range - Hwy: 528.90
EPA MPG Equivalent - City: N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy: N/A
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined: N/A
Battery Range: N/A
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: N/ADead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.: N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.: N/A
Engine
Engine Order Code: N/AEngine Type: Gas/Electric I4
Displacement: 1.3L/82
Fuel System: MPFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 110 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 123 @ 1000 - 2500
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): N/AMaximum Alternator Capacity (amps): N/A
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity: 6.1
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front: MacPherson StrutSuspension Type - Rear: Multi-link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): N/A
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): N/A
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front: N/A
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear: N/A
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front: 0.95
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear: 0.47
Tires
Front Tire Order Code: N/ARear Tire Order Code: N/A
Spare Tire Order Code: N/A
Front Tire Size: P195/65SR15
Rear Tire Size: P195/65SR15
Spare Tire Size: Compact
Wheels
Front Wheel Size: 15 x -TBD-Rear Wheel Size: 15 x -TBD-
Spare Wheel Size: Compact
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: N/A
Steering
Steering Type: Electric Pwr Rack & PinionSteering Ratio (:1), Overall: 13.5
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.71
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb: 34.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall: N/A
Brakes
Brake Type: PwrBrake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line): N/A
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness: 10.3 x -TBD-
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness: 10.2 x -TBD-
Drum - Rear (Yes or ): N/A
Rear Drum Diam x Width: N/A
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: 12.3Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: N/A
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase: 106.3Length, Overall: 177.3
Width, Max w/o mirrors: 69.0
Height, Overall: 56.3
Track Width, Front: 59.1
Track Width, Rear: 60.2
Min Ground Clearance: N/A
Liftover Height: N/A
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume: 10.4
