New Honda Civic 2019
The new Honda Civic 2019 has finally been launched. The Japanese automaker Honda has reintroduced Honda Civic to the customers in India after a gap of almost half a decade.
As they have launched it after such a long time, Honda has made sure that their new car is equipped with all the latest features, the best design, and compatibility with the current road and traffic conditions. This Honda Civic new model is the 10th generation of this particular range to be cherished by the customers. This car is a four-door five-seater subcompact semi-luxury sedan or saloon that was once the leader of the sedan automobile segment. With the launch of Honda Civic 2019, the manufacturer has aimed to reclaim the top position and has accordingly made upgrades to the car. The most noticeable changes include an improvised and attractive appearance, powerful and high-performance engines, and a spacious and comfortable cabin, all of which are very clear in the Honda Civic images all over the Internet.
New Honda Civic 2019 Price Range
Honda has deliberated over the cost of this car and has decided to aptly price it so that it can easily compete in the market and attract customers. The 2019 Honda Civic price in India extends from INR 17.69 to 20.99 Lakh for the petrol variants and INR 20.49 to 22.29 Lakh for the diesel variants. The cost for the car varies according to the fuel version selected as well as the various comfort and safety features installed in that particular iteration. As the new Honda Civic India is available in two different fuel versions (petrol and diesel) as well as transmission systems (manual and CVT automatic transmission), the variants are priced accordingly.
Features and Specs of New Honda Civic 2019 India
Honda has shared all the details about the engine specifications, safety and security systems as well as comfort and convenience features available in this car. Honda Civic India specifications include two engines, a petrol engine and a diesel engine.
The specifications for the diesel motor are:
- Engine details: 1.6 liter, 4 cylinder, i-DTEC
- Maximum torque generated: 300 Nm @ 2000 rpm
- Maximum power output: 118 bhp @ 4000 rpm
- Transmission: 6-speed manual gearbox or 9-speed automatic CVT gearbox
The specifications for the petrol engine are:
- Engine details: 1.8 liter, 4 cylinder, i-VTEC
- Maximum torque generated: 174 Nm @ 4300 rpm
- Maximum power output: 139 bhp @ 6500 rpm
- Transmission: 6-speed manual gearbox or 6-speed automatic CVT gearbox
The semi-luxury sedan has a fuel capacity of 50 litres for all variants. The Honda Civic mileage is quite satisfactory with the petrol version of the car returning a fuel economy of 15–17 kmpl on average while the diesel version having an average efficiency of 20–25 kmpl.
This car has a ground clearance of 170 mm and a turning radius of 5.40 m. Being a four-door, five-seater vehicle, this car offers a boot space of 519 liters, which is more than adequate to accommodate three suitcases and a few small bags. The passengers are seated in a 2+3 arrangement with ample legroom, arm space and headroom space for all the passengers at the front and rear.
The New Honda Civic 2019 car is equipped with the latest safety and security features, like Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), rear parking camera and sensors, crash sensors, traction control, adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation system, vehicle stability control, six airbags throughout the cabin, hill start assist, and a tyre deflation warning signal. The features installed vary according to the variant chosen by the customer; the base level guises lack a few high-end features but definitely have EBD, airbags and ABS.
The Honda Civic features significant improvement with a touchscreen infotainment console, steering-mounted multi-function controls, keyless remote entry, automatic climate control, attractive and unique cabin treatment and upholstery, GPS navigation, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity.
Latest Upgrades Made by the Manufacturer
The new model has a number of features that were absent in the preceding model, especially in the comfort and safety aspects. Traction control, hill start assist, cruise control and collision mitigation are new and high-tech features that are a significant upgrade over the previous safety systems. The 7” touchscreen console and automatic climate control are new introductions in the comfort department. Also, the engines are more robust and efficient.
New HONDA CIVIC 2019 - FAQs
1. Which engine is installed in the New Honda Civic 2019?
The new Honda Civic 2019 is available with one 1.6 liter, 4 cylinder, i-DTEC diesel engine and one 1.8 liter, 4 cylinder, i-VTEC petrol engine.
2. What are the transmission options available in the new Honda Civic 2019 Facelift?
The new Honda Civic 2019 is available to the customers in both manual transmission as well as Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) options in both petrol and diesel versions. Petrol variants come with 6-speed manual and 6-speed CVT gearboxes, whereas the diesel variants come with 9-speed CVT and 6-speed manual gearboxes.
3. Is the new Civic available in LPG/CNG?
The Honda Civic 2019 offers two fuel options - petrol and diesel, though the engine and transmission systems vary for each of the variants. The car is not equipped with an LPG/CNG fuel system.
4. What safety features does the new Civic 2019 feature?
The latest model of Honda Civic car is equipped with the latest safety and security features, like six airbags throughout the cabin, rear parking camera and sensors, crash sensors, traction control, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation system, vehicle stability control, hill start assist and a tyre deflation warning signal. The features vary as per to the variant; the base level variants lack a few top safety features but include EBD, airbags and ABS.
6. How is its fuel performance? What mileage does it return?
The fuel performance and efficiency depend on factors like road conditions, maintenance, brake utilization and traffic conditions. The petrol versions return a good mileage of 15-17 kmpl, where as the diesel versions give out a decent mileage of 20-25 kmpl.
7. Which cars does the new Civic compete with?
The Honda Civic 2019 has been released under the semi-luxury sedan category throughout India. Its main competitors are SKODA Octavia, Toyota Corolla Altis and Hyundai Elantra.
8. What are the new interior features of this car?
As this model has been launched after a rather long break, it is replete with all the latest features. The most noticeable changes include a spacious and comfortable cabin, a touchscreen infotainment console, steering-mounted multi-function controls, keyless remote entry, automatic climate control, attractive and unique cabin treatment and upholstery, GPS navigation, 7-inch touchscreen infotainment with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity and 8-speaker audio system, an electronic parking brake coupled with auto hold, sunroof, auto dimming rear view mirror, electric driver seat adjust, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry system, and much more.
9. What is the price range of the all-new Honda Civic 2019?
The 2019 Honda Civic price in India extends from INR 17.69 to 20.99 Lakh for the petrol variants and INR 20.49 to 22.29 Lakh for the diesel variants.