Test drive Honda Civic sedan 2006 - 2008 sedan

We test the new Honda Civic

Many people notice that from generation to generation Honda gave more and more attention of comfortable everyday life, which once had a very gambling Sivik. The previous one, the version of the model calmed down so much that the fans dropped their hands. Bezing, the Hondians rushed to correct things.

The new car demonstrated at the modern level all those family features, thanks to which the name Civic once gained its fame. Moreover, it was possible to completely dispel the opinion that Civic, albeit a very high -quality, but ordinary little Japanese woman. In fact, the model has always been distinguished by a very high level of technical and engineering solutions used. Even the modest versions of the car have had an independent two-red suspension since 1989, and the system for changing the phase distribution phases since 1991 ...

Unfortunately, the engine is still one: an aluminum power unit with a working volume of 1.8 liters and a capacity of 140 hp. Like all Honda engines, he is 16-valve. With one distribution shaft and I -VTEC system. When turning on this system, the pickup was not as sharp and unexpected as before, so that the motor as a whole turned out to be more elastic. Despite the fact that the gas drive is electronic, Civic captivates with responsiveness and accuracy in its responses to the pedal. The first hundred is given to Sivik with a machine gun in 9.5 seconds. Not very fast, but believe me, the accelerated dynamics are enough to not offend in the city stream. But I do not remember what the last time, having tucked a full tank, I would have been able to ride for several days without providing financial assistance to the owners of a car gas station.

The new Hondovsky five -speed machine debuts on this machine: a solid modern automatic transmission with a hydrotransformer. A pleasant circumstance is that the manual mode here is honest: you want to hang on a limiter. If you want to brake engine, the benefit of using the petals on the steering wheel.

Outwardly, Civic left a pleasant impression: strict classic forms, which seemed to be from the fifth generation, quite peacefully coexisting with fresh ideas and lines. In front, it resembles a reduced accord: with a low and wide muzzle, sternly bent up the corners of the headlights and borrowed from the senior relatives with a radiator grill. The car became noticeably lower and wider than the previous generation, while significantly added in the front and rear rings. Charisma of the car, emotional and fast, is guessed immediately. It is felt even in the appearance of a car with a body sedan, not to mention the hatchback.

The interior is in appearance: bright and functional. Perhaps the brightest and most non -trivial in its class and even segment is higher. What is one design of the dashboard with a gradient blue-white background in the center of the tachometer! The tachometer itself, by the way, is the only round device on the panel. The electronic speedometer, for example, is located right above it - at the next level of the dashboard. The backlight not only does not irritate the eye, but also gives the complete feeling that you are not in the car, but in some space fighter from a computer toy. Burning in the dark in blue and white, she attracts the attention of even drivers of neighboring cars, slowing down nearby on Red.

Around the steering wheel, the area of \u200b\u200bmagnificent driver's ergonomics is concentrated. The position of an extremely convenient steering wheel of a small diameter is adjustable both in height and in departure.

Another, unusual, but it seems to me a good decision to place a hand brake lever. It is located to the left of the gear selector, and as if stretching from the bottom up. The mirror control buttons are made large, embossed, which allows them to be manipulated without being distracted from the road. Climate and music management are understandable and logical, in addition, you do not need to reach for the console. But the upholstery of the salon seemed rather old -fashioned: the rear seats are like a plush sofa, doomed to always look untidy, collecting all dust particles and all sorts of trifles. In general, how much the front of the cabin looks modern, so the back half is archaic.

Review at the level, except that traditionally for most modern cars is spoiled by wide front racks. It should also also be noted an additional front door rack forming a small window. In my opinion, a controversial solution: this does not interfere, and does not help, and does not help, but looks a little awesome.

Civic demonstrates an enviable scope for the rear passengers. Take a look at the Honda profile: a short hood seems to be from the younger model, but feed is like a car with a class above. Even behind a tall driver, you sit without touching your back knees, and the absence of a tunnel on the floor is a pleasant surprise for the average passenger. The trunk is also considerable (340 l), but its configuration is specific: hollow deep, but low. Things have to be pushed so far that it is difficult to reach them later. The explanation is simple: under the floor, a full -size reserve is hidden. The situation is improved that the back of the rear seat is easily folded in parts.
The car gives pleasure from driving. Successful configuration of the front and rear suspension, an honest hydraulic wrap, a short steering rack (2.67 turnover) increased (which is not characteristic of the front -wheel drive) front wheels. All this provides a combination of controllability, and an acceptable level of comfort.

Summary Maxim Travin:
Honda Civic in the eighth generation, it is gambling, comfort, functionality, plus a fair portion of spectacular design

I would call the Japanese an optimal city driver, since it allows you to get pleasant emotions from driving from the first meters. A sharp steering wheel, excellent acceleration, and in handling, no doubt, this is a leader among the front-wheel drive sedans of golf class!

And what is especially pleasant for a car of this class, it is impossible to characterize it as definitely a female or typically male car: it can give pleasure to anyone.
For the same money
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Technical characteristics of Honda Civic
Engine:
-type of gasoline, in-line, 4-cylinder, 16-valve, Sohc i-VTEC
- working volume, cm3 1799
The degree of compression is 10.5
- Power, L.S. at MIN-1 140/6300
- torque, NM at min-1 174/4300
Automatic transmission, 5
Sedan body
Equipped mass, kg 1220
Full mass, kg 1620
Dimensions, mm:
- length 4490
- Width 1750
- Height 1435
Base, mm 2700
Trunk volume, l 389
Maximum speed, km/h 190
Acceleration time to 100 km/h, from 9.5
Control consumption of fuel, l/100km 7.
Wheel suspension (front/rear) mcpherson
Brakes (front/rear) disk., Ventil./Disk.
Price, $ from 21,200

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