2012 Honda Civic Si present modernized in New York

In the Honda hopes to maintain its lead in the U.S. market in the segment of economical cars.
In New York Japanese company presented updated series of family Civic. The new coupe and sedan Civic in the base version and a sports version of Si.


In addition there will be a hybrid version, and version HF (low fuel). In the base model engine is gasoline volume 1.8 liters.


For more sports models Si engine is upgraded and more powerful modification of the petrol 2.4 liters, known from Accord. Its power is 201 hp and maximum torque is 230 Nm. Previous versions of Si models are two-liter engine and less power.


In 2012 a model of Civic, the length and width are not changed compared to the current modification date, but the wheelbase is reduced by about 30 mm.

Meanwhile, Honda claims that the interior space is reduced and comfort of passengers in the front and rear seats is even increased.

The suspension is a familiar MacPherson front and multi-link rear. Si models are more concise and sports suspension and a limited slip differential.

The equipment is quite rich, as the board see five inch LCD display, which are given various data, including the navigation system if so ordered.
Curb weight is reduced by 22 kg. compared with the previous version.