Honda Civic Hybrid
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| Honda Civic Hybrid | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Production | 2003–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Related | Honda Civic |
| First generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Production | 2003–2005 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Honda Civic Honda CR-V Honda Element Acura RSX Honda Integra Acura EL |
| Powertrain | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual Overdrive |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 103.10 in. |
| Length | 175.40 in. |
| Width | 67.50 in. |
| Height | 56.30 in. |
| Second generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Production | 2006–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Honda Civic Honda CR-V Honda Element Acura RSX Honda Integra Acura CSX |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | gas: 1.3 L I4 SOHC electric: 144 volt 15 kW |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2700 mm (106.30 in.) |
| Length | 4550 mm (175.40 in.) |
| Width | 1750 mm (67.50 in.) |
| Height | 1430 mm (56.30 in.) |
The Honda Civic Hybrid is a hybrid version of the Honda Civic sedan.
For the 2003 model of the Civic, Honda added a continuously variable transmission and a Integrated Motor Assist hybrid system similar to that of the Insight, creating a fuel efficient hybrid sedan. It is an assist hybrid.
It was redesigned in 2006 and based off the new Civic platform.
Technology
1st Generation (2003-2005 Model)
- 1.3 L i-DSI lean-burn internal-combustion engine with VTEC Cylinder Cut-off System, which allows up to three cylinders to cease operation during deceleration. This decreases friction losses generated by engine aspiration and allows more effective regeneration of energy.
- 15 kW (20 hp) brushless, permanent magnet assist motor, which functions as a generator during deceleration and loads batteries
- 120 Nickel-metal hydride batteries with 6.0 Ah capacity
- Multimatic S continuously variable or 5-speed manual transmission (latter available only in USA)
- SULEV or optional AT-PZEV certification by the California Air Resources Board (CARB)
- Low rolling resistance tires and regenerative braking
- Electric power-steering
- Does not need to be plugged in
2nd Generation (2006 Model) - only advancements specified, those items remaining the same not mentioned.
- 4th generation IMA (Integrated Motor Assist)
- 1.3 L single-overhead-cam four-cylinder gas engine same as before; yet, there is now the addition of high profile camshaft. This increases power to 93hp @ 6000rpm
- Addition of third stage of i-VTEC and VCM (Vehicle Cylinder Management)permits deactivation of all four cylinders when decelerating and constant cruising. This allows the car to run only on electric power for the first time.
- EPA increase to 50 city, 50 highway
Awards
The Civic Hybrid's engine won the International Engine of the Year "1 liter to 1.4 liter" size category award for three years straight from 2002 through 2004 as well as the "Best Fuel Economy" category for 2003 and 2004. It has won Motor Trend 2006 Car of the Year award, along with the rest of the Civic range.
See also
- Honda FCX (Hydrogen vehicle).
- Diesel-electric locomotive
- Gas-electric hybrid engine
- List of hybrid vehicles
- Production hybrid vehicles
External links
- Honda's Civic Hybrid page
- Information About Honda's 2006 Civic Hybrid
- Update on the 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid
- Epinions Review on the Honda Civic Hybrid
