Especificaciones y análisis del Honda Civic
Power
120HP
Torque
300Nm
Consumption
3.7l/100
Emissions
98g/km
0-100 km/h
10.5s
Top Speed
207km/h
Weight
1382kg
Price
24,900€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
401 L
50 L
88 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC Lifestyle · 120 CV (2015-2017)
General description
The 2015 Honda Civic is not just a car; it's a statement of principles of Japanese engineering. In a market saturated with predictable options, this Civic burst onto the scene with an overwhelming personality, combining almost incredible efficiency with Honda's legendary reliability. The 120 HP 1.6 i-DTEC engine became the heart of a machine designed to devour kilometers without barely visiting the gas station, offering an intelligent and exciting solution for the pragmatic driver.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Civic 1.6 i-DTEC is to discover a fascinating duality. Its diesel engine pushes with surprising force from low revs thanks to its 300 Nm of torque, making every overtake a mere formality. The six-speed manual gearbox has a precise and mechanical feel that invites you to play with it. It's not a sports car, but its chassis feels agile and poised, transmitting a confidence that encourages you to enjoy the curves. However, the most powerful sensation is that of overwhelming efficiency; seeing such low consumption figures generates a unique satisfaction.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the ninth-generation Civic is pure audacity. Its sharp, futuristic silhouette, almost like a spaceship, leaves no one indifferent. The rear, with its spoiler that divides the rear window and connects the taillights, is an unmistakable hallmark. Inside, that avant-garde feeling continues with an asymmetrical dashboard oriented towards the driver and a two-level digital instrumentation that makes you feel in the control center. But this groundbreaking aesthetic hides amazing practicality, with a 401-liter trunk and the brilliant 'Magic Seats' that offer an interior versatility that is captivating.
Technology and features
At the time, the Civic Lifestyle offered a very complete technological package. The Honda Connect infotainment system centralized connectivity and entertainment on a touchscreen, while elements like the rearview camera or dual-zone climate control provided great comfort. But the real smart technology lay in its efficiency, with the Start-Stop system and the 'ECON' driving mode that optimized every drop of fuel. It was a car that used technology not just to entertain, but to make driving more logical and serene.
Competition
In the competitive compact segment, the Honda Civic faced titans like the Volkswagen Golf, the SEAT León, or the Ford Focus. While the Golf opted for sobriety and perceived quality, and the León for a more Latin dynamism, the Civic played in its own league. It stood out for its radical design, superior interior roominess thanks to its ingenious solutions, and above all, for a diesel engine that was the absolute benchmark in terms of balance between performance and consumption.
Conclusion
The 2015 Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC is much more than a simple means of transport; it is a faithful life companion, incredibly efficient, and with a unique personality. It represents the smart purchase made with the heart, a machine that rewards you with bombproof reliability and a ridiculously low running cost, without giving up a design that still turns heads. It is proof that practicality and excitement do not have to be at odds.