2012 Honda Civic Hatch On Sale In Australia
Honda has introduced its all-new European-built Civic Hatch to Australia this week, following its Frankfurt Motor Show unveiling in 2011. Kicking off at $22,650 for the entry-level VTi-S manual, the Hatch carries a $1660 premium over the Thail-buil
Honda has introduced its all-new European-built Civic Hatch to Australia this week, following its Frankfurt Motor Show unveiling in 2011.
Kicking off at $22,650 for the entry-level VTi-S manual, the Hatch carries a $1660 premium over the Thail-built Civic Sedan, but cuts $7340 from the Hatch's previous entry price.
As an introductory offer, the VTi-S manual carries a drive-away price of $24,990. In automatic form, the VTi-S is priced at $24,950 plus on-roads, with a drive-away offer of $27,290.
Topping the two-model line-up is the VTi-L automatic, priced at $29,990, plus on-roads. No locked-in drive-away price is offered with this variant.
Mechanical Package
As with the Sedan VTi-L, the new Civic Hatch is powered by Honda's updated 1.8 litre four-cylinder engine, producing 104kW at 6500rpm, and 174Nm of torque at 4300rpm.
Fuel consumption is listed at 6.1 l/100km in six-speed manual form, and 6.5 l/100km with the five-speed automatic. Honda's fuel-saving Eco Assist, Econ Mode and improved aerodynamics are featured.
Honda says it has responded to customer feedback by delivering a smoother engine, improved ride and handling, and a quieter cabin. (Watch for TMR's review.)
The Civic Hatch's suspension features MacPherson struts up front, and a torsion beam arrangement up back. Braking is managed by ventilated discs at the front, and solid discs at the rear.
There are also fluid-filled rear bushings for improved noise/vibration/harshness.
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