The new generation of the Honda Civic, which is already in its eleventh edition, is coming to Brazil to try overthrow the Toyota Corolla, which is its main rival in the sedan category and was one of the best sellers of the year past. The ancient battle between the models will undergo a change.
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Now the combat will be between the electrified ones, no longer in the combustion versions.
Don't think that because it's a hybrid, the Civic will be weaker or slower. The Civic e: HEV "delivers accelerations typical of sports models, in addition to a reduced level of fuel consumption", according to the official material from the automaker Honda. According to Inmetro's Brazilian Vehicle Labeling Program (PBEV), the car can travel 18.3 km/l in cities and 15.9 km/l on roads.
All this efficiency is the responsibility of the mechanical assembly, which is made up of a 2.0 liter engine powered by gasoline, which offers 143 hp of power and 19.1 kgfm of torque, accompanied by an electric motor capable of offering 184 hp of power and 32.1 kgfm of torque. Including, the electric motor is what generates energy for the Intelligent Power Unit (IPU), which is a set of lithium-ion batteries located under the rear seat.
In addition, the hybrid version is even larger: 4.67 m. It is also wider, as it stands at 1.80 m. The height has not changed, but the wheelbase is 2.73 m. The vehicle will be manufactured in Thailand and will end up being marketed in several countries, including Brazil.
The Civic e: HEV numbers are impressive, both in terms of economy and performance, important factors for the fight against the main competitor in the segment: the Toyota Corolla, which will also undergo some changes in 2023 that promise to keep the dispute very alive.
The car does not only stand out in terms of power, since it is also equipped with resources aimed at the comfort and interactivity of passengers and passengers. driver, as well as various security tools.
The Civic: e-HEV hits Brazilian stores for BRL 244,990, showing a difference of more than BRL 60,000 compared to the Toyota model, which costs BRL 177,833, according to the 2023 Fipe table. Honda is relying on the loyalty of fans of the model.
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