Civic Si models have 21/29/24 mpg estimates. The Hybrid tops the Civic lineup with fuel mileage of 40 city/45 highway and 42 combined. The GX posts similar 24/36/28 mpg ratings. Civics fitted with the standard 1.8-liter engine earn EPA estimates of 25 mpg city/36 highway and 29 mpg combined (26/34/29 with the manual shifter). Nearly all Civic models boast above-average fuel efficiency. The Civic Si zips from zero to 60 mph in 7.1 seconds. For the Civic Si, Honda installs a 197-hp 2.0-liter engine and a limited-slip front differential a six-speed manual is the only available transmission. Its 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine makes 110 hp and is paired to a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The Civic Hybrid uses a gasoline/electric hybrid powertrain to maximize fuel economy. The GX is also America's cleanest mass-production internal-combustion-engine car in terms of tailpipe emissions. It has a cruising range of only 200 miles, but a refueling machine can be installed in your garage. The GX also has a 1.8-liter engine, but it's fueled by compressed natural gas and makes 113 hp. Manual-transmission models are notably quicker. With an automatic transmission, the Civic sedan goes from zero to 60 mph in a class-typical 9.6 seconds. A five-speed manual transmission is standard, and a five-speed automatic is optional. DX, LX and EX models are powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 140 horsepower and 128 pound-feet of torque. The front-wheel-drive 2011 Honda Civic lineup offers a variety of available engines and transmissions. And if you want a hybrid, we'd suggest the Toyota Prius over the somewhat pricey, slower and less functional Civic Hybrid.īut really, you can't go wrong with the justly popular Honda Civic. The 2011 Hyundai Elantra, 2011 Kia Forte and 2011 Subaru Impreza are also worth considering. The 2011 Volkswagen Golf and Jetta also perform well, offering more refinement even though their fuel economy (diesel excepted) is nothing to brag about. The sporty 2011 Mazda 3 is the Civic's strongest rival, offering performance that only the Civic Si can top, along with greater sophistication and the convenience of a hatchback model. As far as the aforementioned flavors, there's something here for everyone from the fuel-sipping Civic Hybrid and clean-burning natural-gas Civic GX to the high-performance Civic Si. And the styling within the cabin might not appeal to everybody, as the bi-level instrument panel combines digital and analog gauges into a self-consciously futuristic presentation.Ī few quirks are forgiven in light of the Civic's impressive all-around character. Our only significant gripe regards the unavailability of a few desirable features on lower trim levels (notably the volume-selling LX), such as Bluetooth, stability control and rear disc brakes. But the character of the Civic remains unchanged it's still agile, comfortable and efficient. And it is no longer Honda's littlest car, as the petite Honda Fit and the hybrid Honda Insight are both smaller. Through the years the Civic has grown, with today's version being about as big as a Honda Accord from 15 years ago. The fact that it is offered in a range of flavors that would do Baskin-Robbins proud doesn't hurt either. Ever since Ronny Reagan ran the country, the Civic has been the go-to small car choice for consumers, not only due to its legendary quality and reliability but also because of its fun-loving driving dynamics. Though we are often left wondering why some things achieve immense popularity (Justin Bieber? Crocs?), sometimes folks get it absolutely right.
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