- 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid prices have improved
- Supplies are good
The ninth generation Civic continues the tradition of well thought-out, well equipped and well manufactured vehicles from Honda. It's a no-nonsense recipe that has made the Civic one of the most sought after compacts in North America, with a popularity spanning all groups and social demographics.
Introduction
The addition of a hybrid to the Civic stable brings the cachet of eco-friendliness and social responsibility, and thus far the Civic Hybrid has proven to be a popular choice with existing Civic owners and newcomers alike. The blend of hybrid technology and Honda’s bulletproof reliability will also guarantee that the Civic Hybrid holds its value, making it a good investment that will hold its own against depreciation.
Unlike its competitors, Honda’s hybrid system fuses the gasoline-powered and electrical power systems together to work in unison. Therefore the system is far simpler and easier to package within the vehicle itself, allowing more room within the interior for passengers and luggage space. The Civic Hybrid is slightly roomier for both driver and front and rear passengers than the current Prius, and it provides plenty of protection too thanks to its 5-star NHTSA frontal crash safety rating.
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2012 Honda Civic Hybrid Base
Most PopularRecommended for: Well-appointed and featuring many standard accessories for a base model price.
Technically the ‘base’ model, the regular Hybrid comes with an impressive array of trim that elevates it above the ‘entry level’ moniker. The 8-valve, 1.5-liter, SOHC i-VTEC engine is the same throughout the Civic Hybrid range, as is the impressive 44mpg fuel rating around town or on the highway. On the inside the Bluetooth ‘HandsFreeLink’ and USB audio interface let you hook up your devices for a more personal driving experience. If you don’t intend to travel long distances or to unknown areas it’s tempting to save your money by getting this standard trim version over the Sat Nav models, and instead simply hook up your smartphone to act as your route guide.
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