What Changed

The ninth generation Civic is all new, although the overall styling is an evolution of the eighth generation. The lineup has now grown to include 8 major trim levels including the return of a higher mileage HF sedan model. Although the exterior of the new model is almost identical in size to the old model, the new Civic has increased both its passenger and cargo capacity despite a 1 inch reduction in wheelbase. The most common engine, the 1.8l four-cylinder is still rated at 140-bhp, but fuel economy has improved to 28 city / 39 hwy in models equipped with the five speed automatic. The Si performance model has switched to a new 2.4l four-cylinder engine which produces slightly more horsepower, but significantly more torque. The Hybrid has a new 1.5l four-cylinder engine and lithium ion battery pack. The Hybrid is rated at 44 city / 44 highway.
2012 Honda Civic Si sedan 2009 Honda Civic LX-S Sedan
2012 Honda Civic sedan2011 Honda Civic Sedan
Price Range$15,955 - $27,805$15,805 - $27,150
Engine(s)1.5l I4 HEV, 1.8l I4, 2.4l I41.3l I4 HEV, 1.8l I4, 2.0l I4
Transmission(s)A5, CVT, M5, M6A5, CVT, M5, M6
Driven WheelsFWDFWD
Length / Width / Height177.3 / 69 / 56.5177.3 / 69 / 56.5
Curb Weight (lbs.)2608 - 2917 2630 - 2954
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