Australia's Easy Reading New Car News Home | News | Road Tests Honda Civic hatchback Manufacturer’s List Prices*   Transmission MLP* with flat paint Drive-Away Offer Civic Hatch VTi-S Manual $22,650* $24,990 Civic Hatch VTi-S Automatic $24,950* $27,290 Civic Hatch VTi-L Automatic $29,990* -  Honda's new Civic hatch arrives Home > News > Honda Recent new car releases ..... here Upcoming new car releases ..... here 28th June, 2012 The all-new, UK manufactured, Honda Civic Hatch is now on sale in Honda dealerships around the country. Honda Australia's Director and General Manager Sales and Marketing, Mr. Stephen Collins said, “We are proud to launch the all-new Civic Hatch to Australia to take up the fight in the small hatch market." "With European heritage, the Civic Hatch has superior styling, dynamic handling and practical features. Priced from just $22,650* it offers exceptional value for money." "We are very confident customers will love the Civic Hatch," Mr. Collins said. The Civic Hatch is available in two variants; the VTi-S and the VTi-L. Both feature an improved 1.8 litre four cylinder i-VTEC engine delivering maximum power of 104 kW at 6,500 rpm and 174 Nm of torque at 4,300 rpm. A strong feature list includes heated power door mirrors with LED turn indicators, LED daytime running lights, Honda’s unique Magic Seats, an intelligent multi-information display (i-MID), Honda’s Eco Assist system and Econ Mode as well as power windows. It achieves a five-star ANCAP safety rating and features six airbags (front, side and full length curtain), Honda’s Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Hill Start Assist, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with traction control, Honda’s G-Con technology, tyre deflation warning system and a reversing camera for the VTi-L (displayed in the Intelligent Multi-information Display). The development period for the new Civic Hatch spanned four years. Nearly all components are new or have been further developed, with areas of focus on; Suspension set-up to improve the ride and handling Interior materials to improve the overall interior quality New styling and aerodynamics for a refreshed image and improved efficiency Engine for improved performance and reduced CO2 emissions. Overall, the new Civic Hatch builds on the core strengths of its predecessor and takes them to a higher level. The all-new Civic Hatch is available in two model grades – the VTi-S and the VTi-L. WHAT’S NEW ENGINE 1.8-litre i-VTEC engine delivering 104 kW @ 6,500 rpm and 174 Nm of torque Fuel economy of 6.1 l/100 kms for the manual (combined urban/extra urban) and 6.5 l/100 kms for the automatic (combined urban/extra urban) CO2 emissions of 146 g/km for the manual and 155 g/km for the automatic INTERIOR STYLING New functional cockpit lay out (two control interface zones) Full-colour Intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) screen incorporating an Eco driving support function, audio display and user support Audio system with USB connectivity, iPod integration, auxiliary jack and Speed-sensitive Volume Control (SVC) Premium audio system with seven speakers including tweeters and sub-woofer in VTi-L only New touch point surface materials used throughout for an improved quality feel New tilt and telescopic steering wheel with easy operating controls (VTi-L is finished in extra-smooth leather with more comfortable stitching) Blue interior door lining illumination in VTi-L only EXTERIOR STYLING Lower and wider aerodynamic monoform profile Elegant look seamlessly unifying all surfaces including the wheel arches and the body Lower and wider unique look in the front Wide aero management rear combination lamp New brake and indicator light cluster design New body colours COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE Power windows with remote operation via key fob (down on VTi-S and up/down on VTi-L) Multi-array microphone for Bluetooth system (VTi-L only) Heated and retractable door mirrors with remote operation via key fob Hill start assist Multiple storage console, including USB/iPod and AUX inputs Revised interior and exterior door handles with one-motion opening operation from the inside handle Smoother gear shift feel FUEL ECONOMY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE Honda’s ECO Assist with ECON mode ACG multi-step control monitors battery condition and controls charge/discharge to prevent unnecessary power generation to improve fuel efficiency Reduced engine friction Optimised combustion SAFETY Five-star ANCAP safety rating LED day time running lights and LED combination brake/tail lights Distinctive, high-mounted LED brake light Cruise control with Variable Speed Limiter on VTi-L only Integrated Bluetooth in the VTi-L only Lowered rear extra window for better view from the driver’s seat Improved crosswind stability SUSPENSION Fluid-filled compliance bushings for superior damping in the rear suspension H-Beam Trailing Arm with even higher rigidity than the predecessor Civic Type R for road stability FEATURE LIST: VTi-S and VTi-L Self-Catering Holiday Accommodation in Denmark, WA ..... more VTi-S 1.8 litre i-VTEC engine delivering 104 kW @ 6,500 rpm and 174 Nm of torque Six-speed manual transmission with Shift Indicator Light (SIL) Five-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifts and Grade Logic Control Fuel economy of 6.1 litres/100 kms for the manual (combined urban/extra urban) and 6.5 l/100 kms for the automatic (combined urban/extra urban) CO2 emissions of 146 g/km for the manual and 155 g/km for the automatic Motion Adaptive Electric Power Steering ECO Assist with ECON mode Five-star ANCAP safety rating Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure Six airbags (front, front side and full length side curtain) Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Electronic Brake Assist (EBA) Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) 16 inch alloy wheels with temporary spare tyre McPherson strut front and torsion beam rear suspension Ventilated disc front and solid disc rear brakes Heated body coloured door mirrors with LED turn indicators Variable and intermittent front wipers Halogen headlights with beam height adjustment and auto-off function LED rear combination taillights and high-mounted brake lights LED daytime running lights Right rear fog light Rear wiper Tailgate spoiler Automatic climate control with rear ventilation ducts Three child safety seat anchorages Deflation warning system (can be activated or deactivated through the i-MID) Front seatbelt pre-tensioners Hill Start Assist G-force Control (G-CON) technology Seatbelt reminder for driver and all passengers Security alarm system and engine immobiliser Transmission Shift Lock on automatic (TSL) Remote keyless entry Remote control locking with two-stage unlocking mechanism 390 litre boot capacity with rear seats in normal position and 1,120 with the Magic Seats folded down flat Two 12-volt accessory power outlets Audio system with USB connectivity, iPod integration, auxiliary jack and Speed-sensitive Volume Control (SVC) Steering-wheel mounted audio and i-MID controls Four cargo hooks Central locking with one-touch master lock/unlock switch for driver Day/night rear-view mirror Driver seat height adjustment Dust and pollen filter Magic seats Intelligent Multi-information display with warnings and customisable wallpaper Front and rear power windows with auto up/down feature on front windows Cloth trim 60:40 split fold rear seats Tilt and telescopic steering Whiplash mitigation front seat design VTi-L (in addition to VTi-S specifications) Rain-sensing auto front wipers Dusk-sensing auto on/off halogen headlights Dual-zone automatic climate control Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter Leather interior with two-stage heated front seats Leather steering wheel with audio, i-MID, Bluetooth and cruise control buttons Front passenger seatback pocket Reversing camera displayed on i-MID 17 inch alloy wheels with temporary spare tyre Premium audio system with seven speakers including tweeters and sub-woofer Rear seat centre armrest with two cup holders Front door blue ambient lighting 12-volt luggage area accessory power outlet Fog lights Honda Civic hatchback Manufacturer’s List Prices*   Transmission MLP* with flat paint Drive-Away Offer Civic Hatch VTi-S Manual $22,650* $24,990 Civic Hatch VTi-S Automatic $24,950* $27,290 Civic Hatch VTi-L Automatic $29,990* -  NOTE: * Manufacturer's List Price (MLP) excludes dealer delivery fees and the numerous statutory charges (commonly known as on-road costs). Additionally, please note that all prices, fees and charges are subject to change without notice, as are the specifications. Hear Chris Goodsell Talk Motoring On Radio & Internet ..... more More Honda News ..... here Top of page About | Car Clubs | Home | News | Road Ramblings | Road Tests | Subscribe | Top Drive ©   2012   All rights reserved.   Next Car Pty. Ltd.