Especificaciones y análisis del Honda Civic
Power
141HP
Torque
174Nm
Consumption
6.1l/100
Emissions
145g/km
0-100 km/h
9.4s
Top Speed
215km/h
Weight
1280kg
Price
19,700€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
401 L
50 L
104 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Honda Civic 5p 1.8 i-VTEC Sport · 141 CV (2011-2012)
General description
The ninth-generation Honda Civic is more than just a compact car; it's a statement of intent. In a market that was beginning to become uniform, Honda dared to evolve its futuristic concept, creating a car that sought the perfect balance between everyday efficiency and the sporty soul that defines the brand. It's a vehicle with an overwhelming personality, designed for those who don't settle for the conventional.
Driving experience
Driving this Civic is rediscovering the pleasure of pure mechanics. The 1.8 i-VTEC engine asks you to rev it high, and it's there, above 4000 rpm, where its sound changes and gives you a linear and exciting power delivery. The 6-speed manual transmission is a delight for its precision and mechanical feel. Although its chassis is more comfortable than its predecessor's, it remains agile and communicative, inviting you to enjoy every curve with a unique connection between man and machine.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is an ode to futurism, a spaceship landed on the road. The sharp lines, the split rear with its integrated spoiler, and the hidden door handles create an aerodynamic and provocative silhouette that still turns heads. Inside, the feeling of being in a cockpit is intensified by its two-tier dashboard, enveloping you and focusing all information on the driver. It's a bold design that leaves no one indifferent.
Technology and features
The crown jewel is its engine with i-VTEC technology, a work of engineering that intelligently optimizes performance and consumption. Added to this were the Start-Stop system and an 'ECON' mode that helped you be more efficient. The digital instrument cluster, with its prominent speedometer at the top, was not just for aesthetics; it was an advanced interface for its time that made you feel in command of a special machine.
Competition
In its time, it fought against giants like the Volkswagen Golf, the Ford Focus, or the SEAT León. While many of its rivals opted for low-displacement turbo engines and more conservative designs, the Civic offered an honest and different alternative: a naturally aspirated engine full of character, a surprisingly practical interior space, and legendary reliability that was its best calling card.
Conclusion
The Honda Civic 1.8 i-VTEC Sport is a car for purists, for those who value engineering, reliability, and an authentic driving experience. It's a passionate purchase, a loyal companion that rewards you with sensations that modern cars often forget. It represents a golden age of Japanese naturally aspirated engines, a practical car with a heart that beats strongly.