Honda: Civic News
08-24-2005, 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted by phile
LOL@ the rims on the one that's parked next to the current Civic. I think it's nice that the mirrors can fold inward.
That's the old hybrid parked next to the new one, if that's what you're talking about?
08-24-2005, 11:39 PM
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not bad, looks pretty close to concept.
looks nice and zippy.
looks nice and zippy.
08-25-2005, 12:28 AM
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There's a reason most speedos aren't digital, and it's because needles work better. I don't know why they would all of a sudden decide it's so great. On the upside, the way it's positioned you don't have to look away from the road, it's like a head-up display only cheaper.
08-25-2005, 01:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Belzebutt
There's a reason most speedos aren't digital, and it's because needles work better. I don't know why they would all of a sudden decide it's so great. On the upside, the way it's positioned you don't have to look away from the road, it's like a head-up display only cheaper.
Maybe it's just for novelty. But I guess that might turn more people off of it. Doesn't the Prius have that kind of set up? Note the resemblance, except that the Prius doesn't flow as well, nor does it have a tach. I think now, I'd much rather have a hybrid Civic than this. But realistically I'd buy the Si (even more realisitically I'd buy the new Acura EL or whatever they are going to call the next gen).
08-25-2005, 07:58 AM
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I like it. And a lot of manufacturers are switching to digital speedos because they are easier to read quickly at a glance. The S2000 has used a digital speedo since it was introduced and I believe the Boxster has a digital speedo along with the RX-8.
08-25-2005, 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
edit: And what's the deal with the 10 photos merged into one?
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08-25-2005, 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by CGTSX2004
I like it. And a lot of manufacturers are switching to digital speedos because they are easier to read quickly at a glance. The S2000 has used a digital speedo since it was introduced and I believe the Boxster has a digital speedo along with the RX-8.
These digital speedos are right next to the rpm dial, keeping all the information central rather than spread out and looking bare- have to look in two locations for the speed and rpms. I have a feeling, a driver who normally holds the steeing wheel on top will end up blocking the mph view.
08-25-2005, 02:21 PM
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IMO, I don't mind the digital read out at the top, cause then you don't have to glance downward. But I do wish the tachometer was instead a traditional speedometer. In an automatic car, which most people drive, that's a more useful gauge.
08-25-2005, 03:43 PM
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thats sweet. i like how both the speedo and tach are center mounted (even if the spedo is digital)!
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08-25-2005, 11:18 PM
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distorted accord sedan grill, distorted tsx headlamps, a (UA5) Inspire wing spoiler, and somewhat of a prelude dash interior.
not bad, looks better than the big, round, looking thing thats never really driven around right now. its quite an improvement, but the rear end has to go. the interior is a huge step over the basic civics.
not bad, looks better than the big, round, looking thing thats never really driven around right now. its quite an improvement, but the rear end has to go. the interior is a huge step over the basic civics.
08-26-2005, 05:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Motohip
Honda is starting to look too domestic these days. That Civic coupe is reminding me of a Saturn for some reason.
08-26-2005, 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Motohip
Honda is starting to look too domestic these days. That Civic coupe is reminding me of a Saturn for some reason.
08-27-2005, 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Motortrend
http://motortrend.com/roadtests/sedan/112_0507_citylites/index2.html
At $16,965, our fully loaded Spectra undercuts the next-thriftiest, the Chevy, by $2525. And in light of the huge gains in Kia's quality ratings, resale values have been rising, so that owners no longer lose their purchase-price savings when they sell. It's worth noting that Honda will introduce a 200-horse, naturally aspirated Civic Si sedan for 2007. Until then, the Civic is outclassed here.
At $16,965, our fully loaded Spectra undercuts the next-thriftiest, the Chevy, by $2525. And in light of the huge gains in Kia's quality ratings, resale values have been rising, so that owners no longer lose their purchase-price savings when they sell. It's worth noting that Honda will introduce a 200-horse, naturally aspirated Civic Si sedan for 2007. Until then, the Civic is outclassed here.
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08-27-2005, 11:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Templeof VTEC
http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=394722
TOV Drives the Civic, Details coming 08/31/2005
Date: August 26, 2005 01:54
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Jeff and I drove a number of 2006 Civics on Thursday. We have a vast amount of information from Honda and an initial driving impression of several models, including the Si. Stay tuned to the TOV at 12:00.01 08/31/2005 for a flood of information on all the new Civic models.
TOV Drives the Civic, Details coming 08/31/2005
Date: August 26, 2005 01:54
Submitted by: Tuan
Source: TOV
Credibility Rating: N/A
Jeff and I drove a number of 2006 Civics on Thursday. We have a vast amount of information from Honda and an initial driving impression of several models, including the Si. Stay tuned to the TOV at 12:00.01 08/31/2005 for a flood of information on all the new Civic models.
08-28-2005, 12:47 PM
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First look from Car and Driver October...
http://www.vtec.net/forums/one-messa...item_id=394722
Si - length 174.8"
width 68.9"
height 53.5"
wheelbase 104.3"
weight ~2900 lbs.
0-60 - 7.3sec
top speed - 136mph
EPA 22/31
estimated price $19,500
Two different tires are offered on the Si - All season MXM4's and Pilot Exalto PE2's. They say that an 18" wheel and tire will be available also.
Sedans will ride on a 106.3" wheelbase and are 69" wide, 176.7" long, and 56.5" tall. The auto tranny is a five speed this time and gets an EPA of 30/38.
Si - length 174.8"
width 68.9"
height 53.5"
wheelbase 104.3"
weight ~2900 lbs.
0-60 - 7.3sec
top speed - 136mph
EPA 22/31
estimated price $19,500
Two different tires are offered on the Si - All season MXM4's and Pilot Exalto PE2's. They say that an 18" wheel and tire will be available also.
Sedans will ride on a 106.3" wheelbase and are 69" wide, 176.7" long, and 56.5" tall. The auto tranny is a five speed this time and gets an EPA of 30/38.
08-28-2005, 01:01 PM
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hey, weighs in at under 3,000 lbs. very nice. also keep in mind, it has many features. im diggin this...
..but 0-60 in 7.3 seconds? hmmm
now that i think about it, the Preludes of your weighed around 2800 (?)- 2900 lbs, right? im still baffled, 0-60 in 7.3 seconds?! a TSX can pull that off faster on paper
(0-60 source; C&D)
..but 0-60 in 7.3 seconds? hmmm
now that i think about it, the Preludes of your weighed around 2800 (?)- 2900 lbs, right? im still baffled, 0-60 in 7.3 seconds?! a TSX can pull that off faster on paper
(0-60 source; C&D)
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08-28-2005, 01:06 PM
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^ yeah i gave it some extra thought. consider this; many say the RSX-S is too heavy at its weight. so imagine this thing.
i was hoping for 0-60 in around 6.5 seconds.
i was hoping for 0-60 in around 6.5 seconds.
08-28-2005, 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by SeCsTaC
Isn't 2900lbs pretty porky for a civic? RSX is at 2700lbs
Regardless, the new civic is considerably larger than the prior version. It also has more airbags, and more NVH reduction materials. I think the weight is decent.
08-29-2005, 12:50 PM
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08-29-2005, 01:07 PM
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Originally Posted by mrsteve
The Si is 200hp
I meant for the Sedan. There were rumblings of a 155-160HP version of the new 1.8.
Although I guess that would apply to the coupe (non-Si) as well.
08-29-2005, 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by mrsteve
No torque
The K20 actually has a really nice torque curve. The Civic Si will be faster than the TSX, much like how the RSX-s with similar specs to the Si is faster than a TSX.