Hybrid Car Specs

The restyled Civic Hybrid is equipped with a Honda 1.3-liter 4-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 8 valves. The VTEC engine is paired with a Honda 4-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Honda.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Civic has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Civic Hybrid Statistics

The dimensions of the Civic Hybrid are 69.00 inches wide by 176.70 inches long. It sits a comfortable 56.50 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 106.30 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the Civic is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $18,710 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $17,127. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the Civic is a PGM-FI design, running on ELECTRIC/GAS fuel. The ELECTRIC/GAS is handled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 13.20 gallons.

The Civic Hybrid received an fuel efficiency rating of 30 MPG driving in the city and 38 when it came to distance driving. The electric/gas-powered Civic is a hybrid car.

In Summary

There are several reasons why the Honda Civic Hybrid sold well in 2007. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Honda, specifically a Civic.

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