Hybrid Car Specs

Often you will find that buyers of the Honda Civic are very enthusiastic about their new car. The Civic has held a place among the top of the Civic line of car for more than a decade. Honda has reason to be proud; the Honda Civic comes under the heading of sedan models that are suitable for families.

Performance

The restyled Civic GX is equipped with a Honda 1.7-liter 4-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 16 valves. The 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.

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

Civic GX Statistics

103.10 of wheelbase allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers. It sits a comfortable 55.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The dimensions of the Civic GX are 174.70 inches long by 66.70 inches wide.

A powertrain warranty is provided (36,000 miles/36 months), and a 36,000 mile, 36 month guarantee also comes with the Honda Civic.

The listed retail price in 2001 (MSRP) was $14,810, with an invoice cost of $13,392. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The Civic GX received a miles-per-gallon rating of 30 - 32 in-city driving and 38 - 39 when it came to long-distance. Being a cng-powered hybrid car, this was subpar.

In 2001 the Civic came in the exterior colors of Clover Green Pearl, Inca Pearl, Nighthawk Black Pearl, Rallye Red, Satin Silver Metallic, and Taffeta White. Other options were made available by the manufacturer.

In Summary

The 2000 model began the promise of the Honda Civic. The 2001 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Honda hopes that the Civic GX will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

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